Sawyers Bay
Dunedin
Visit Sawyers Bay
Popular places to visit
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Otago Peninsula & Larnach Castle Shore Excursion
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
Top hotels in Sawyers Bay
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
There are two same name hotel in the city centre and only 800m distances, the room is spacious! The stuff is professional, parking outside need extra payment but safe
Reviewed on 9 Nov, 2025
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Always a pleasure to stay here.
Reviewed on 6 Nov, 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Good room but walls super thin could hear everything from next door.
Reviewed on 9 Nov, 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Very nice
Reviewed on 8 Nov, 2025
Beach lodge motel
Really good place ideal for what we were wanting stayed only one night but was good
Reviewed on 9 Nov, 2025
Quest Dunedin
Mostly clean except the bathroom floor which was full of the previous guests hair.
Reviewed on 9 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sawyers Bay
Port Chalmers
Visitors to Port Chalmers like its churches and waterfront, and Port Chalmers Museum is a sight worth a stop.
Broad Bay
Broad Bay is well-regarded for its beaches, cosy cafes and colourful gardens, and you might also want to make a stop by The Fletcher House, a top sight in the neighbourhood.
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Lighthouse and Silver Peaks Reserve.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
North East Valley
When in North East Valley, you can plan a visit to Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
