Macandrew Bay Travel Guide
Dunedin
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Popular places to visit
University of Otago
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Otago during your trip to Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.
The Octagon
Learn about the local history of Dunedin when you take a trip to The Octagon. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Larnach Castle
After visiting Larnach Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.
St. Clair Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, St. Clair Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Lawyers Head.
Dunedin Town Hall
Find out about the history of Dunedin when you spend time at Dunedin Town Hall. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Dunedin Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Dunedin. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Top hotels in Macandrew Bay
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Very friendly and he;lpful staff, wonderful exectuive rooms on the 8th floor and a very central hotel where you can walk around the centre of the city.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Breakfast was wonderful and the stuff are amazing, rooms was awesome, parking was great
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The room was spotless and staff were lovely. Breakfast was also nice with plenty to choose from.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Amazing hotel. Nicest I’ve stayed at in a long long time. Everything was clean and super modern and the staff were so helpful and accomodating
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Beach lodge motel
Old-skool motel. Like a 50s TV drama, but that was a massive joy. Roomy and bright. Spotless and friendly. And the beach just across the way to add to the relaxation. If you want pampering look elsewhere. If you want to be chilled you won’t go wrong here.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Quest Dunedin
Clean rooms, great location, close to everything we wanted to see.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Macandrew Bay
Larnachs Castle
Though Larnachs Castle may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Boulder Beach.
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.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ravensbourne
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Ocean Grove
While Ocean Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre.
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Silver Peaks Reserve and Lighthouse.
