Dunedin is New Zealand's oldest city, known for some of the most stunning heritage
architecture in the Southern Hemisphere, including
Larnach Castle &
Olveston Historic Home.
Historic buildings & sites including a chief post office and a former brewery have been reimagined and lovingly restored. Choose to stay at one of Dunedin's most charming historic buildings in the rejuvenated and vibrant exchange area heart of the city or relax at Dunedin's only garden hotel on the doorstep to the Botanic Garden. Discover more about these 2 hotel's storied histories below.
Experience the
wildlife and natural beauty of the
Otago Peninsula, home to the only mainland breeding site for any species of albatross in the world and the world’s smallest penguin; the blue penguin. Visit the
Royal Albatross Centre,
Blue Penguins Pukekura and
The Penguin Place, a conservation reserve dedicated to helping the endangered Yellow Eyed Penguin.
Other highlights include a unique
private dining experience in the original vaults of Dunedin's former Chief Post Office, now the Distinction Dunedin Hotel. Enjoy an award winning, interactive
Speight’s Brewery tour. Burn off any over indulgences by walking up
Baldwin Street, recognised as the world’s 2nd steepest street or marvel at the beauty of Dunedin's many public gardens including the
Lan Yuan Dunedin Chinese Garden or NZ's oldest
botanical garden on the doorstep of Dunedin Leisure Lodge.