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Your Otakou Holiday

Lock in an Otakou holiday package and prepare to experience all this city has to offer. Think about staying in the neighbourhood of Lawyers Head, which is great for golfing, views and nature. Make your trip to Otakou even more enjoyable by including some sightseeing. Larnach Castle, Penguin Place and Royal Albatross Centre are among the most popular attractions worth exploring. A couple of quick clicks is all it takes to put together your ideal Otakou holiday on Expedia.

Otakou Holiday

Otakou Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
New Zealand dollars
Max Temp Winter
10ºC
Max Temp Summer
16ºC
Top Sights
Larnach Castle, St. Clair Beach and Speights Brewery

Our pick of the best Otakou Hotel Deals

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$142 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$142
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"The space was lovely"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$127 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$127
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, easy check in and check out."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$205 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$205
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (772 reviews)
"The hotel is excellent quality and probably one of the top 2 hotels in Dunedin. Very convenient car parking building right opposite the hotel and it's about a 10min walk to The Octagon for bars, restaurants and cafes. Shopping on George Street is another 3 min walk. The reception staff were polite ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Otakou

Dunedin showing a church or cathedral and indigenous culture

Otakou Marae

You can learn about the history of Otakou with a visit to Otakou Marae. While in this walkable area, you can savour the lively bars.

Otakou Marae

What to do in Otakou

We see a variety of other albatross and seabird species, like the bullers albatross pictured here.

Monarch Wildlife Cruise

AU$60
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Monarch Wildlife Cruise
Yellow eyed penguin from our beach viewing hide

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

AU$205
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

AU$205
per adult
天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing
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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Otakou holiday package cost?
Offering great value package deals on Expedia, you'll be surprised at how little a holiday to Otakou costs! Our packages simplify travel planning and maximise your savings.
What are the cheapest months to go to Otakou?
If you're hoping to score a cheap Otakou holiday package, consider travelling in May, June and August. You're likely to find better rates on hotels and airfares during these quieter months — ideal for travellers wishing to save money.
How many days is enough for Otakou?
Usually, a handful of days is enough to see the top sights during your Otakou holiday. However, if you want to have time to chill out or take day tours, consider extending your trip.
How to find the best Otakou package deals?
Use Expedia's handy filters to help you find some fabulous Otakou package deals. When you begin your search, just set your maximum budget and then order the results by "Price: low to high." If you're looking to save, plan your break for midweek, or browse for Otakou package deals in the low season. Play around with your travel dates and you may land even better discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's typically best to lock in your holiday package as soon as possible.
Is it cheaper to book an Otakou holiday as a package?
An Expedia holiday package could land you significant savings when compared to arranging flights and hotels separately. Better still, you can personalise your Otakou trip to fit your exact style. Pick your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a car rental. Browse our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a holiday package to Otakou?
If you're considering an impromptu Otakou holiday, browse our last-minute deals that can be booked up to one week before you go. Don't want to leave things to the last minute? You can land terrific deals on your hotels and flights by booking ahead.
How to plan a trip to Otakou?

  1. Choose your travel dates: What you'd like to do in Otakou and your favourite season will help you decide when to go.
  2. Plan your budget wisely: As well as the price of your accommodation, you'll need to consider other expenses too. These include transportation, food and flights. Also, set aside some extra funds for unexpected expenses that could crop up during your trip to Otakou.
  3. Decide your trip length: Consider how long you want to spend exploring Otakou. Plan your days so you can get to all the attractions and activities you're interested in at a leisurely pace.
  4. Bundle your hotel and flights: Epic destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left now is to choose an Otakou holiday package that brings all your bookings together.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.