Harington Point Travel Guide

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Visited rare and almost extinct Yellow Eyed Penguins. Unlike the same other species of penguins, the Yellow-eyed are shy and rarely go out in the open in daytimes. The shelter provide medical treatment and protected breeding grounds for the birds.
Visited rare and almost extinct Yellow Eyed Penguins. Unlike the same other species of penguins, the Yellow-eyed are shy and rarely go out in the open in daytimes. The shelter provide medical treatment and protected breeding grounds for the birds.
A secluded beach, on site to the Penguin Place settlement. Here, besides the penguin you will also find seals and sea-lions. Picture was taken on a lovely hot day in summer of February 2016
Lovely blue little penguins returning to their home at night. I joined a tour offered by the Royal Albatross Centre. - January 2017
Royal Albatross Centre
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street Dunedin
The price is AU$137 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$137
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Very nice staff and our room was lovely n clean

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

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$169 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$169
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Great layout of room, with amazing views of the city. Nice large king bed which was soft but super comfy. Staff were amazing and great location close to restaurants, cinemas, & casino.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street Dunedin
The price is AU$203 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
AU$203
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room comfortable. Best bed. Shower over bath not great for an older person. Good location and nice staff.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
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315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

3.5 out of 5
315 George Street Dunedin
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (808 reviews)
The accommodation was clean and comfortable. The staff was great and the location is fantastic. It's good value for money! We really enjoyed our stay here.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
755 Regal Court

755 Regal Court

3.5 out of 5
755 George St Dunedin
Stay at this aparthotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (201 reviews)
Yès the staff were friendly and helpful the room was clean and tidy the whole experience was awesome, will be staying here in the future for sure👍

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

755 Regal Court
Woodlands Motels and Apartments

Woodlands Motels and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
594 Great King St Dunedin
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8/10 Very Good! (512 reviews)
Very clean and staff are helpful

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Woodlands Motels and Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Royal Albatross Centre showing mist or fog, rugged coastline and a gorge or canyon

Royal Albatross Centre

Get close to some of New Zealand’s rarest and most spectacular birds at Taiaroa Head.

Royal Albatross Centre
This piece of land on the Otago Peninsula was made into a reserve in the 1980's, to make sure it would always be protected for the Yellow Eyed Penguins. It is a self-funded conservation project that provides for the birds that make it their home - the nests are provided and their habitat is maintained and restored, there is a research program and a hospital for injured or sick birds. The tour takes you to the opposite coast where you can see the penguins come into shore and learn about their strange ways. We saw yellow eyed penguins, little blues and also fur seals. The yellow eyed penguins are endangered, because their juvenile survival rate is incredibly low, and they aren't prolific breeders. Tama, our guide, was funny and entertaining and the whole trip was well worth the $52/pp cost!

Penguin Place

Explore the great outdoors at Penguin Place, a lovely green space in Harington Point. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.

Penguin Place

Historic Fort Taiaroa

Learn about the local history of Harington Point when you spend time at Historic Fort Taiaroa. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.

Historic Fort Taiaroa

Activities

Bullers Albatross

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch

AU$60
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Larnach Castle Dunedin New Zealand

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

AU$41
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Yellow eyed penguin from our beach viewing hide

Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

AU$193
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

AU$145
per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Hoopers Inlet

Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle

AU$223
per adult
Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$179
per adult
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour
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