Portobello

Dunedin

Popular places to visit

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

The Octagon

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

The Octagon
St. Clair Beach showing a coastal town, a sunset and a beach

St. Clair Beach

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 showing a castle, a pond and heritage architecture

Larnach Castle

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

Larnach Castle
Speight\'s Brewery which includes interior views

Speight's Brewery

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

Speight's Brewery
Dunedin Botanic Garden showing a garden and a lake or waterhole

Dunedin Botanic Garden

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

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

Dunedin Town Hall

Things to do

Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

P4,889
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin

Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin

P50,577
per traveler
Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin
Yellow eyed penguin from our beach viewing hide

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

P7,587
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing

天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing

P6,710
per adult
天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

P80,890
per traveler
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown
Castle to Cruise Tour

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

P5,563
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
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Top hotels in Portobello

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is P4,758 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
P4,758
P5,472 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Great place and spacious room. Clean and tidy"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is P4,629 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P4,629
P5,324 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"good location"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is P6,424 per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
P6,424
P7,388 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
includes taxes & fees
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! (755 reviews)
"Great all round"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is P5,645 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P5,645
P6,491 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Friendly staff most enjoyable stay"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,579 per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
P4,579
P5,266 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (919 reviews)
Great
"Great stay, convenient location and fresh room. Nice and warm . Bed was medium which was great (not too soft!).I’ll be back"

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Quest Dunedin
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is P4,283 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P4,283
P4,925 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (188 reviews)
"Wonderful accommodation for the 4 of us (2 adults and 2 children) and prime location very close to St Kilda’s and St Clair’s beaches. Excellent everything :)"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Beach lodge motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Portobello

Larnach Castle featuring street scenes and chateau or palace

Broad Bay

Broad Bay is well-regarded for its pristine beaches, picturesque gardens, and charming cafes, and you might also want to make a stop by The Fletcher House, a top sight in the neighborhood.

Broad Bay
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Port Chalmers

You'll enjoy the churches and waterfront in Port Chalmers. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Chalmers Museum or Holy Trinity Church.

Port Chalmers
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Highcliff

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highcliff and surrounding area, you can visit Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium.

Highcliff
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Ocean Grove

When in Ocean Grove, you can plan a visit to Tomahak Beach and St. Clair Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ocean Grove
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Waverley

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waverley and surrounding area, you can visit Forsyth Barr Stadium and Edgar Centre.

Waverley
Otago Museum featuring interior views

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.

North Dunedin

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