Saint Leonards 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.

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.

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.

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 Saint Leonards

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Nice old hotel, value as we got a very cheap rate for our particular stay on the weekend
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Beautiful upgraded room with wrap around balcony. Staff was amazing, although they seemed to be short staffed much of the time. No fault of the staff, as they often seemed to be doing double or triple duty. But occasionally things were a bit slow. I would definitely stay here again. The location ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Room small, very dusty & lots of hair strands in the bathroom around the sink. Needs a thorough deep clean. Dirty windows. No room to move around. Not good value give it was over $200 per night
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Very helpful and courteous staffs.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Beach lodge motel
Nice vintage-style room. We rushed to arrive by 7pm, as the office closed at 7. We arrived at 6:50 only to find the closed sign. Had to hit the emergency button. We prepaid for breakfast, but received no details from the young man that checked us in; however a beautiful and large breakfast was delivered ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Given an unexpected family room with 2 bedrooms, a kitchenette with microwave plus washer & dryer. Very handy. Not so close to the main central shopping area but not too far to walk either. Paid Parking for car in the next building.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Saint Leonards

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.

Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

North Dunedin
Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

Port Chalmers
Visitors to Port Chalmers like its churches and waterfront, and Port Chalmers Museum is a sight worth a stop.
