𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Waitati (2026)

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A formal garden with a central lawn leading to a building with a symmetrical facade and a stone wall.

An ornate room with wooden paneling, stained glass windows, and a chandelier.

A long banquet table set for a formal event, with chairs on both sides and a chandelier above.

A wicker table with a bottle and glasses on a balcony overlooking a lake with islands.

1. Larnach Lodge

Larnachs Castle

Donna

S$114

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A historic building with a modern extension, featuring a classic facade and a contemporary glass structure.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet counter, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

2. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Dunedin City Centre

Sigalo

S$109

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern building with large glass windows, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped garden area.

An outdoor deck with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A hotel room with a large window, a round table, and two chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a telephone, and a window with curtains.

3. Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

North Dunedin

Mary

S$136

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A balcony with a view of the ocean and a stop sign.

A living room with a large window overlooking a beach, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a view of the sea, and a balcony.

A table set for dining with a view of the ocean through large windows.

4. Hotel St Clair

St. Clair

Gavin

S$151

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.

A restaurant setting with a waiter holding a tray with a martini glass. Tables are set with white napkins and glasses.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table.

A bar area with a bartender preparing a drink, shelves with various bottles, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

5. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Dunedin City Centre

Renae

S$180

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A motel with a covered porch, outdoor seating, and a number '5' on the pavement.

6. Beach lodge motel

Saint Kilda

Nina

S$95

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A wooden table with benches outside a building with a sign reading "Conference Centre".

A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and a window above the sink.

A white car parked in a driveway with a building in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and a cherry blossom tree in front.

7. 555 Motel Dunedin

South Dunedin

Jason

S$106

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A building entrance with a large arched doorway, a staircase, and a sign that reads "The Chamber."

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a blue chair, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the city.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen area with a fridge and a microwave.

8. The Chamberson

Dunedin City Centre

Tim

S$139

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a vanity with a marble countertop, and a blue bench.

A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A three-tiered dessert display on a round table with a woven coaster, accompanied by two glasses of white wine.

9. Fable Dunedin

Dunedin City Centre

Rebecca

S$139

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A neatly made bed with white and gray linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed artwork on the wall.

A residential property with a garden, a wooden fence, and a small pond.

A modern hotel room with a glass staircase, a kitchenette, a sofa, and a dining area.

A house with a garden, a tree, and a window.

10. Aria On Bank

North East Valley

Lani

S$97

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a central staircase, a parking area, and a view of a forested hillside.

A modern living room with a round mirror reflecting the space, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. There is a window with blinds, a shelf with kitchenware, and a potted plant.

A kitchen with white tiles, a wooden cabinet, a coffee maker, two white cups, and a vase with flowers.

11. Beechwood Boutique Accommodation

North Dunedin

Grant

S$165

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern interior with a staircase leading to a lower level, glass doors, and a prominent blue artwork on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a corner entrance, large windows, and a flat facade.

A buffet with various food items and utensils.

A modern living room with grey sofas, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

12. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Dunedin City Centre

Angela

S$117

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern two-story house with a car parked in the driveway.

A courtyard with a glass building, a small table with chairs, and various plants.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in stove, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a wooden table and black chairs. A sofa with a patterned pillow is in the living area, and a window provides natural light.

13. 538 Great King Motel

North Dunedin

Jannette

S$110

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A historic building with a large tree in front, multiple windows, and a clear blue sky.

A wooden staircase with a handrail, a stained glass window, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A hotel room with two beds, a television on a stand, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

14. Highland House Boutique Hotel

North Dunedin

Rosemary

S$105

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a body of water, and a cityscape in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Kingsgate Hotel sign, large windows, and a visible staircase leading to the upper floors.

A room with a large window, two orange chairs, a small table, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a city view, a bed, and a night-time cityscape visible through the window.

15. Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Dunedin City Centre

Beti

S$143

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A room with a large window overlooking a castle, a wooden table, and a potted plant.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with pillows, and a headboard with framed pictures.

A hallway with a patterned carpet, a wooden door with glass panels, and a chandelier.

A balcony with a view of a cityscape and water.

16. Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

Dunedin City Centre

Yevgeny

S$215

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a glass coffee table.

A modern staircase with glass railings and checkered flooring.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

17. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

Dunedin City Centre

melissa

S$112

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and sheer curtains.

A room with a window, two chairs, a table, a door with a fire action notice, and a framed picture on the wall.

A patio area with a lawn, a barbecue grill, and outdoor seating.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel range hood, built-in microwave, and a dishwasher.

18. George Street Motel Apartments

North Dunedin

Tuaoloa Blessing

S$120

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, a sink, and a bowl of fruit on the counter.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a desk.

A hotel with a reception area, a sign indicating 50+ channels, and a sign for free WiFi.

19. Amross Motel

North Dunedin

Vanessa

S$137

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and large windows.

A reception area with a marble counter, a 'QUEST' sign, a refrigerator, and a person sitting on a bench.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, sink, and dishwasher, a round table with chairs, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

20. Quest Dunedin

Dunedin City Centre

Scott

S$130

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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This tiny coastal village charms visitors with its quirky Orokonui Ecosanctuary where rare native birds thrive in protected forest. Grab fresh produce at the famous Sunday market, then explore tidal pools along Doctor's Point Beach at low tide.

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Top Waitati Hotel Reviews

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

8/10 Good

"Great location, lovely staff"

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

10/10 Excellent

"N/a"

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"We booked the premium deluxe 1 bedroom for 4 of us. It was huge, clean, 2 tvs, washing machine & dryer in the apartment which was so handy, and such a great location for dinner. Great parking that's off the street, easy check in"

Myhub Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"Great clean rooms, some facilities not up running yet."

Quest Dunedin

10/10 Excellent

"Right from the start the welcome staff was excellent, parking was a breeze, room was excellent down to even small things like being able to simply cast to the TV. Everything was great. Hadn't tried Quest before but I'm sold"

The Chamberson

8/10 Good

"Room was very well appointed with lovely towels, linen and toiletries. Kitchen as great too with crockery, coffee machine, kettle etc. Fabulous for extended stay. No laundry facilities despite this being listed . They do have laundry service at $40 per load. Car parking is limited and costs $25 per night. There are six small car parks. Max height of vehicle height is 1.8 metres."

Cable Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very welcoming & hospitable staff. Great location to walk the beautiful University of Otago campus & head to Forysth Barr Stadium for a rugby match."

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay Superb amenities including washer and dryer in room very convenient to catch up on washing during travel Extra special touches in room weren’t in noticed and was very appreciated"

The Stables Dunedin

10/10 Excellent

"The Stables were a great place to stay, modern, clean, warm and in historic surroundings. Off street so quiet as. Good parking. We will be back."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Waitati?

Located 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from the heart of Waitati, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your visit to the area are Scenic Hotel Dunedin City and Distinction Dunedin Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Waitati.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Waitati has to offer?

Baldwin Street BNB: This holiday home rental outside of Waitati is located in the historical district, and has a furnished balcony, a private garden and free WiFi to put you at ease in your new surroundings. This holiday rental also comes with free parking to give you added peace of mind. See all vacation rentals in Waitati.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waitati, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Waitati.

What's it like staying in Waitati?

Visitors can enjoy all that Waitati has to offer, including the riverfront, mountain views and cafés. In Waitati, there are 4 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Waitati.

What is there to see in Waitati?

A favourite place to visit is Doctors Point. You'll also find Royal Albatross Centre and Dunedin Botanic Garden in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Waitati guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Waitati?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Waitati is 812 mm.

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Our top choices for Waitati hotels

1. Larnach Lodge

2. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

3. Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

4. Hotel St Clair

5. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

6. Beach lodge motel

7. 555 Motel Dunedin

8. The Chamberson

9. Fable Dunedin

10. Aria On Bank

11. Beechwood Boutique Accommodation

12. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

13. 538 Great King Motel

14. Highland House Boutique Hotel

15. Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

16. Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

17. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

18. George Street Motel Apartments

19. Amross Motel

20. Quest Dunedin

Learn more about Waitati

Top Waitati Hotel Reviews

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

Myhub Holiday Park

Quest Dunedin

The Chamberson

Cable Court Motel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

The Stables Dunedin

More cheap stays in Waitati

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin

Sahara Motels

Workstay at 123

Lioness B&B

Star Struck on Stuart Street

Premium Living on Stuart Street

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