Esplanade Motel Dunedin | Ocean View | St Clair Esplanade

The Esplanade Apartments and Motel are under new Management. All bookings made prior to the 19th of May have been cancelled by the previous Management. Please contact us on esplanademoteldunedin@gmail.com to rebook and we will endeavour (if available) to rebook your dates.

Esplanade MOtel

the esplanade is waiting

Your Dunedin ocean view motel accommodation, Esplanade Motels are situated on Dunedin’s esplanade, just minutes from the city centre. Overlooking St Clair’s sweeping surf beach, we offer apartment accommodation with one and two bedroom units, sleeping one to seven people. Our 4 one bedroom apartments lead onto private balconies overlooking the million dollar beach views , whilst the Heritage Character House offer 3 two-bedroom apartments ideal for groups or families, one with a partial ocean view.

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Completely renovated December 2021.

Keen to try surfing? Check out the Surf School, situated right on the beach! Or maybe you would prefer a more leisurely activity, Esplanade Motels’ location makes it the perfect Dunedin motel accommodation to just laze, go for a walk or swim, or indulge in a gorgeous lunch. At the southern end of the beach is St Clair hot salt water heated swimming pool, a must for visitors, open annually from October to March Dunedin Spring Summer months. This unique pool is nestled within rocks just metres from the ocean. In 2004 the sea wall was refurbished to provide a modern, wide esplanade, with steps leading down to the beautiful sandy beach.

Explore the esplanade and choose from the great range of restaurants and bars catering for every occasion, from a quiet morning coffee taking in views of the Southern Ocean, to a lively night out in a fantastic seaside setting. There is also a remodelled playground for children.

St Clair Beach is a ten minute drive from the Dunedin city centre, or hop on one of the local buses that run regularly from the beach to the city.

Under new management.

CHECK -IN TIME

CHECK -OUT TIME

For ease of entry the Esplanade Motel offers contactless entry from 3:00 pm daily. You will receive instructions with access prior to arrival.

10:00 am, late check out provided by prior arrangement only.

1 Bedroom Beachfront unit

Sandunne

Situated on the seafront with spectacular ocean views from both the bedroom and the lounge, with tasteful decor throughout.

Maximum occupancy: 3 person/s

Queen size bed with sofa bed in the lounge
2 TVs with Sky Guest select 50+ channels,
including, basic, sports, movies
Ensuite with shower
Hairdryer and bathroom amenities
Balcony off lounge
Iron and ironing board
Kitchenette cooking facilities
A selection of Teas / coffee including plunger coffee
Free Parking

1 BEDROOM BEACHFRONT UNIT

Seabreeze

Situated on the seafront with spectacular ocean views from both the bedroom and the lounge, with tasteful decor throughout.

Maximum occupancy: 3 person/s

Queen size bed with sofa bed in the lounge
2 TVs with Sky Guest select 50+ channels,
including, basic, sports, movies
Ensuite with shower
Hairdryer and bathroom amenities
Balcony off lounge
Iron and ironing board
Kitchenette cooking facilities
A selection of Teas / coffee including plunger coffee
Free Parking

1 Bedroom Beachfront unit

SURFSIDE

Situated on the seafront with spectacular ocean views from both the bedroom and the lounge, with tasteful decor throughout.

Maximum occupancy: 3 person/s

Queen size bed with sofa bed in the lounge
2 TVs with Sky Guest select 50+ channels,
including, basic, sports, movies
Ensuite with shower
Hairdryer and bathroom amenities
Balcony off lounge
Iron and ironing board
Kitchenette cooking facilities
A selection of Teas / coffee including plunger coffee
Free Parking

1 BEDROOM BEACHFRONT UNIT with private hot tub

Oceanspray

Situated on the seafront with spectacular ocean views from both the bedroom and the lounge, with tasteful decor throughout.

Maximum occupancy: 3 person/s

Queen size bed with sofa bed in the lounge
Private Hot Tub
2 TVs with Sky Guest select 50+ channels,
including, basic, sports, movies
Ensuite with shower
Hairdryer and bathroom amenities
Balcony off lounge
Iron and ironing board
Kitchenette cooking facilities
A selection of Teas / coffee including plunger coffee
Free Parking

2 BEDROOM BEACHFRONT UNIT

Sandcastle

Situated in the inner courtyard, great for the family or larger groups.

Maximum occupancy: 5 person/s

Queen bed in Master Room
2 x single beds & 1 x bunk bed in second bedroom
Fully equipped Kitchen
A selection of Teas / coffee including plunger coffee
Bathroom (Shower over bath) and separate toilet
Hairdryer and bathroom amenities
Iron and ironing board
Lounge area
TV with Sky Guest select 50+ channels,
including, basic, sports, movies
Electric heating/ heatpump
Free Parking

2 BEDROOM BEACHFRONT UNIT with Private hot tub

Wavecaps

Situated in the inner courtyard, great for the family or larger groups.

Maximum occupancy: 7 person/s

King bed plus single in Master Room
2 x bunk beds in second bedroom
Fully equipped Kitchen
Private Hot Tub
A selection of Teas / coffee including plunger coffee
Bathroom (Shower over bath) and separate toilet
Hairdryer and bathroom amenities
Lounge area
TV with Sky Guest select 50+ channels,
including, basic, sports, movies
Separate dining area
Electric heating/ heatpump
Free Parking

2 BEDROOM BEACHFRONT UNIT

Seashells

Situated in the inner courtyard, great for the family or larger groups.

Maximum occupancy: 5 person/s

Queen bed in Master Room
2 x single beds & 1 x bunk bed in second bedroom
Fully equipped Kitchen
A selection of Teas / coffee including plunger coffee
Bathroom (Shower over bath) and separate toilet
Hairdyer and bathroom amenities
Iron and ironing board
Lounge area
TV with Sky Guest select 50+ channels,
including, basic, sports, movies
Electric heating/ heatpump
Free Parking

"Amazing hosts, excellent service at a fantastic location on the beach. Excellent facilities and very comfortable rooms. Excellent restaurants and bars a stone's throw away. Salt water pool 3 minutes walk. Highly recommended."

"Spectacular views of the ocean and lovely accommodation and there's a breakfast cafe just down the street. I got up at around 7:00 am and walked down the street to the cafe, was not disappointed by the sunrise!"

"Awesome St Clair beach waterfront accommodation friendly service excellent value clean"