The Best Hotels Closest to St. Clair Beach in Dunedin for 2026

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

A modern building with large windows and a sign for Pier 24 restaurant & bar.

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.

1. Hotel St Clair

St. Clair, 1.9 km from St. Clair Beach

Gavin

₩158,406

₩182,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A hallway with a chandelier, a red door, and a leather sofa.

A covered porch with a brick wall, a glass door, and a view of greenery outside.

A kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a sink, and a stove. There are windows with curtains, and a clock on the wall.

2. Manor on the Park Backpackers

Dunedin City Centre, 3.2 km from St. Clair Beach

Audrey

₩56,355

₩64,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a dresser, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a kitchenette.

3. ASURE Adrian Motel

Saint Kilda, 0.5 km from St. Clair Beach

Sheree

₩117,480

₩135,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

A living room with a brown sofa, a framed picture on the wall, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

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

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

4. Beach lodge motel

Saint Kilda, 0.5 km from St. Clair Beach

Nina

₩93,572

₩107,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a curtain.

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

5. 555 Motel Dunedin

South Dunedin, 1.3 km from St. Clair Beach

Jason

₩93,441

₩107,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A wooden deck with picnic tables and umbrellas, a barbecue grill, and a blue building in the background.

A bar area with a pool table, stools, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A row of slot machines with a neon sign above them and a clock on the wall.

6. Ocean Beach Hotel

Saint Kilda, 0.5 km from St. Clair Beach

Jan

₩98,080

₩112,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a breakfast setup including toast, juice, and a cup.

A modern hotel hallway with a large mirror, a chandelier, and a vase with flowers.

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a chandelier, and a wheelchair accessibility symbol on the floor.

A kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, and a window with blinds.

7. Bluestone On George

North Dunedin, 4.9 km from St. Clair Beach

Darryl

₩162,163

₩186,489 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

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

8. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Dunedin City Centre, 3.5 km from St. Clair Beach

Renae

₩169,358

₩194,762 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

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

9. Amross Motel

North Dunedin, 5.1 km from St. Clair Beach

Vanessa

₩129,468

₩148,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

A room with large windows, a view of a historic building, and a large plant.

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

A balcony with a view of a cityscape and water.

10. Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

Dunedin City Centre, 4 km from St. Clair Beach

Yevgeny

₩200,826

₩230,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious living area with a glass dining table, black chairs, and a red patterned rug.

A window view of a rural landscape with a river, grassy fields, and distant houses.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A garden with blue chairs and a pathway.

11. Hunters Moon

9.7 km from St. Clair Beach

Rhonda

₩76,594

₩88,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a balcony.

A modern building with a glass facade, a green bridge, and surrounding greenery.

A neatly made bed with white and dark blue pillows, a dark headboard, and a wall-mounted painting of the aurora borealis.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

12. Aurora On George

North Dunedin, 5.2 km from St. Clair Beach

Mike

₩122,483

₩140,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern interior with hanging ferns and a large potted plant.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinetry, a stainless steel sink, and a microwave above it.

A modern interior with a central seating area, glass railings, and a view of the ocean.

A modern building with a glass facade reflecting the sky and surroundings.

13. Ebb-Dunedin

Dunedin City Centre, 4.4 km from St. Clair Beach

Andrew

₩201,529

₩231,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

14. Beechwood Boutique Accommodation

North Dunedin, 5.5 km from St. Clair Beach

Kelly

₩150,951

₩173,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

15. Larnach Lodge

10.3 km from St. Clair Beach

Donna

₩109,854

₩126,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

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

16. 538 Great King Motel

North Dunedin, 5.1 km from St. Clair Beach

Jannette

₩104,816

₩120,542 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a stone wall, a window with blinds, and a sliding barn door.

A two-story building with a sign reading 'The Stables.'

A kitchen counter with a toaster, a kettle, and a potted plant.

A compact kitchen with a sliding door, a small refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

17. The Stables Dunedin

Dunedin City Centre, 4.7 km from St. Clair Beach

Roger

₩114,758

₩131,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A row of modern houses with large windows and a parking lot in front.

A modern bedroom with a grey headboard, a digital clock, and a small bedside table with a book.

A modern kitchen with a white island, four bar stools, a bowl of fruit, and a window with a view of a brick building.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

18. Dunedin Motel and Villas

North Dunedin, 5 km from St. Clair Beach

Beverley

₩111,885

₩128,668 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A patio with a wooden table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a well-maintained lawn.

A house with a large fern decoration on the wall, a small window, and a garden with stepping stones.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned pillow and a green throw blanket. There is a small table between the beds and a round mirror on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a built-in oven, and a microwave.

19. Bella Vista Motel Mosgiel

13.1 km from St. Clair Beach

Suyog

₩118,681

₩136,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and refrigerator, a sink, and a potted plant.

A living room with a sofa, TV, and a dining table with chairs.

A compact kitchen with a dining area, featuring a microwave, refrigerator, and a small trash bin.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

20. Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge

North Dunedin, 5.2 km from St. Clair Beach

₩105,930

₩121,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to St. Clair Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel St Clair	9.4 Exceptional 824 reviews	View
Manor on the Park Backpackers	9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
ASURE Adrian Motel	9.2 Wonderful 99 reviews	View
Beach lodge motel	9.0 Wonderful 436 reviews	View
555 Motel Dunedin	9.0 Wonderful 372 reviews	View

Top St. Clair Beach Hotel Reviews

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"

Beach lodge motel

8/10 Good

"Lovely clean, big room close to the beach. Friendly hosts."

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."

Dunedin Palms Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Quite a modern style motel which is well equipped, and located for easy walking to town for shopping and dining."

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"

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

8/10 Good

"Nice and central. Paid for parking but then no room to park so parked in the street. Given a refund. Nice and quiet"

555 Motel Dunedin

10/10 Excellent

"I have a good stay at 555hotel Dunedin. It’s in the best location, as super market, Bp, and Japanese restaurant in walking distance. The accommodation is clean with all necessary required. The bed is comfortable. The bath room is also clean. The only little thing is the heat a bit loud. Everything else is fine."

Hotel St Clair

10/10 Excellent

"Clean quiet great location"

Other attractions near St. Clair Beach

A traditional Chinese pavilion by a pond with lily pads, surrounded by greenery and modern buildings in the background.

Dunedin Chinese Garden

8.2/10 (68 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Dunedin Chinese Garden, a lovely green space in Dunedin. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

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The entrance to the Otago Settlers Museum with glass doors and steps leading up to it.

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

9.4/10 (174 reviews)

The extensive collection of interactive displays and intricate scale models bring the fascinating history of the Otago region to life.

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Chisholm Park Golf Club

10.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Dunedin at Chisholm Park Golf Club. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its charming cafes.

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Edgar Centre

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

Catch an event at Edgar Centre during your trip to Dunedin. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

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Tomahak Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Tomahak Beach during your travels in Dunedin? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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St. Clair Golf Club

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Dunedin at St. Clair Golf Club. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

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Grand Casino

8.0/10 (172 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Grand Casino during your visit to Dunedin? Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. Clair Beach?

St. Clair Beach is located in Dunedin. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 21 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near St. Clair Beach?

Adjacent to St. Clair Beach, Ocean Beach Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices within a short distance include Beach lodge motel and Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to St. Clair Beach?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from St. Clair Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. Clair Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near St. Clair Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St. Clair Beach?

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What can I see and do near St. Clair Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Otago Museum, Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, and New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Regent Theatre, Dunedin Town Hall, and Dunedin Railways. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Dunedin Botanic Garden, Dunedin Chinese Garden, and Glenfalloch Gardens.

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Our top choices for St. Clair Beach hotels

1. Hotel St Clair

2. Manor on the Park Backpackers

3. ASURE Adrian Motel

4. Beach lodge motel

5. 555 Motel Dunedin

6. Ocean Beach Hotel

7. Bluestone On George

8. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

9. Amross Motel

10. Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

11. Hunters Moon

12. Aurora On George

13. Ebb-Dunedin

14. Beechwood Boutique Accommodation

15. Larnach Lodge

16. 538 Great King Motel

17. The Stables Dunedin

18. Dunedin Motel and Villas

19. Bella Vista Motel Mosgiel

20. Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to St. Clair Beach

Top St. Clair Beach Hotel Reviews

Myhub Holiday Park

Quest Dunedin

Beach lodge motel

The Chamberson

Dunedin Palms Motel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

555 Motel Dunedin

Hotel St Clair

Other attractions near St. Clair Beach

Dunedin Chinese Garden

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

Chisholm Park Golf Club

Edgar Centre

Tomahak Beach

St. Clair Golf Club

Grand Casino

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