Chain Hills Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

The Octagon which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral as well as a large group of people

The Octagon

4.5/5(497 reviews)

Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.

The Octagon
St. Clair Beach

St. Clair Beach

4.5/5(283 reviews)

Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.

St. Clair Beach
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

4.5/5(186 reviews)

Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

Larnach Castle
Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a garden and a lake or waterhole

Dunedin Botanic Garden

4.5/5(179 reviews)

Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.

Dunedin Botanic Garden
Dunedin Town Hall

Dunedin Town Hall

4/5(85 reviews)

Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.

Dunedin Town Hall
Speight\'s Brewery featuring interior views

Speight's Brewery

4.5/5(86 reviews)

Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.

Speight's Brewery

Activities

Larnach Castle - NZ's castle, built in 1871.

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

AU$150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Railway Station garden

City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views

AU$209
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

AU$132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Yellow Eyed Penguin from 1 of 3 viewing hide

Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

AU$204
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$90
per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$191
per adult
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour
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Our pick of the best Chain Hills Hotel Deals

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$144 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff helped with all our needs with our stay, will be back again to stay, maybe advise on parking costs more clearly in booking reference though"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$130 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean room and surprisingly quiet"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$172 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"N/A"

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
2.5 out of 5
27 Queens Gardens, Dunedin
The price is AU$101 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
AU$101
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2025
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (445 reviews)
"Excellent, so close to everything. With free parking too"

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
5 out of 5
310 Princes St, Dunedin
The price is AU$257 per night from 27 Dec to 28 Dec
AU$257
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (383 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, Not clean enough"

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Fable Dunedin
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$254 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$254
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (641 reviews)
"Interesting repurposing of a historic Post Office building… Clean & comfortable overall… In-room laundry was a big plus… Buffet breakfast was basic & unchanging day after day… Halal/Kosher options were available…"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Chain Hills

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Fairfield

When in Fairfield, you can plan a visit to Tunnel Beach and Island Park Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fairfield
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Ocean View

Travellers come to Ocean View for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Ocean View Domain and Meremere Reserve while you're in town.

Ocean View
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Kenmure

While there might not be top attractions in Kenmure, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Kenmure
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Belleknowes

While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Belleknowes
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Mornington

While there might not be top attractions in Mornington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Mornington
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St. Clair

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

St. Clair

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