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14 Esplanade St Clair, St Clair, 9012 Dunedin, New Zealand

#20 of 108 Holiday rentals in Dunedin

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Review score

Based on 513 apartment reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 4 September 2025

    10
    Soulful Paradise
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    I love this place I could live there

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2025

    8.0
    Clean, roomy, helpful hosts, excellent location and bonus carpark
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment-No Seaview
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Unfortunately we couldn't get in with the code we were give for the lockbox, but I contacted the host and they came immediately to sort the problem out for us, which was great. I was sleeping on a single bed which I found too hard for my liking, no complaints from my family, but other than that, it was super convenient

    Loved the location, the hosts were accommodating to our slightly early arrival, the house was large, warm, spacious and comfortable and clean and well stocked. Beautiful spot by the sea and a bonus to have a car park with the accomodation.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    8.0
    It’s all about location and outlook, which you can’t beat. As long as you like the. ouse of the sea to go to sleep to.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a noise in the morning around 7am , I feel it was the neighbouring unit , when they had a shower or turned what on , a load noise of their water system.

    Location and outlook were fabulous

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    10
    St clair perfection
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That i had to leave

    Perfect location, comfortable accommodation. We'll equipped.. parking. Warm.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    Great location by the sea
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment-No Seaview
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a fan of the mediocre plunger coffee. Nowadays I would expect espresso for this level of accommodation. Not sufficient plugs in master bedroom. Could be cleaner - night table was dusty with ring marks. Not a huge deal but thought you'd want to know.

    Loved the location and space of the appartment. It was super comfortable and had the added bonus of the pool table. Loved the beach towels. Loved waking up to tge roaring sound of the ocean.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    9.0
    Fabulous time, perfect winter get away!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment-No Seaview
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had minor panic about the tsunami warnings coming through from emergency services as wasn’t sure where the safe zone was. Might be good to add instructions on what to do if evacuation is. required.

    Great break visiting our son. Pool table was a surprise bonus! Thank you

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    10
    fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    the location

    location great

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    10
    Beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view and sound of the sea.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything, facilities of the apartments, the beach and view, and the amenities surrounding Saint Clair Esplanade

    Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart ❤️ Esplanade apartments Dunedin this was the best of the best experience in Dunedin!!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2025

    10
    Toasty warm watching the sea heave
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Everything you need with a knockout view. Absolutely lovely. Very warm with wall panel heaters. Extra blankets and duvet which we didn't need, and throws for the couches. Heated towel rack. Warmth and comfort all around. Nice updated linens with a top sheet, which is becoming rarer and make-up face washer Extra. Thankyou Penny cheers Kelly

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    10
    Amazing room and views
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    N/A

    The views, the location, the communication, the room all excellent

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    10
    Excellent views of the sea. Great clean apartment. Definitely stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could do with abit more heating in the rooms was a cold winters day. Heaters were turned up full but little heat came from them. . Apart from that everything else was excellent.

    Excellent location, so relaxing listening to the sea.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    10
    Nailed the beach theme! Fantastic spot - very comfortable rooms with the most amazing sea views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Such an ideal location. Right on the beach, plenty of cafes and restaurants nearby. Room was very warm when I arrived. Plenty of amenities, and nice and clean.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    8.0
    Character accommodation a must do
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    If I had to improve anything it would be the front Gate is a bit noisy if there was rubber over the latch it wouldn’t clang when guests arrive at the entrance.

    Prompt response from hotel - unbeatable location and character

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2025

    10
    Great short stay in amazing location.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment-No Seaview
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Older style property, which may not be to everyone's taste, but the facilities, service, apartment size and location make up for this.

    Great communication. Fantastic location. Property was large, with a good layout. Plenty of space for a family. Good range of facilities, including a dishwasher. Great being so close to the beach. Restaurants close by. Easy access to regular bus routes into the city.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2025

    9.0
    Great place to stay close to great bar and restaurant. Shame it was only one night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment-No Seaview
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, character and furnishings

    Location was fab and the property was lovely

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2025

    8.0
    Great location and comfortable apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pressure in shower was disappointing. Access to Netflix would be nice.

    Great location. Well furnished. Comfortable bed.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment-No Seaview
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The kitchen table (while cute!) was very teeny and hard to actually sit and eat a meal at.

    Location was excellent, even without ocean views this property was lovely.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    10
    We will be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything about it was so nice - it was quite stormy and the sound of the sea was amazing

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    9.0
    Great place to stay to rest and enjoy views, walks & cafes
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We both found the bed too hard, we prefer a bed firm with a softer top. Everyone is different, I’m sure some people would find it just right!

    Great sea views and a short walk to a few cafes and beach.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2025

    10
    Perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was excellent. Keys were left on the table for our convenience.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment-No Seaview
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all.

    Tidy and great location 👌

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2025

    9.0
    Lovely apartment if you like the sound of the sea
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a seaview apartment and found the proximity to a roaring ocean crashing on rocks all night disturbing. This, combined with light traffic right below the window and light from the street lights seeping in at the top of the blackout curtains meant three sleepless nights. Lesson learned. Will not book a seafront apartment in winter next time 🙂

    Very clean apartments, right on the esplanade. Good dining options. Easy lockbox system to check in. Heating and lights were on for me when I arrived late, which was lovely. If you are looking for a clean, comfortable apartment so close to the waves you can hear them then this is the place for you.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2025

    10
    Favourite place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved everything

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    Stayed in May 2025

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