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!

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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff"

Quest Dunedin

10/10 Excellent

"A special thank you to the lovely receptionist who greeted us with a cheerful smile every time we came and went. This made us feel very welcome during our stay. We appreciated receiving a text message to let us know our room was ready and even more impressive was her quick response when I accidentally left some items behind in the room. She phoned me immediately to let me know, which I was so grateful for. It’s rare to find such genuine hospitality. Thank you for going above and beyond to make our stay so memorable! "

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Royal Albatross Centre

4.4/5 (227 reviews)

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

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Penguin Place?

Penguin Place is located in a welcoming area of Harington Point known for its picturesque gardens. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Penguin Place?

Larnach Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 7.2 mi (11.7 km) from Penguin Place. Other good choices in the area include Camp Estate and Scenic Hotel Southern Cross.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Penguin Place?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Penguin Place.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Penguin Place, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Penguin Place.

What can I see and do near Penguin Place?

Explore notable local landmarks like Historic Fort Taiaroa, Otakou Marae and Lighthouse. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Royal Albatross Centre and Silver Peaks Reserve. A visit to Long Beach is worth the trip when you're visiting.

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