With its rich biodiversity, Dunedin is known as the country’s wildlife capital. It is home to the fascinating Royal Albatross Centre, the only mainland-breeding albatross colony worldwide. Aside from its biodiversity, the city is also famous for its well-preserved Victorian and Edwardian buildings. You can marvel at these stunning architectural works as you stroll around the downtown area. Your trip is not complete without exploring the local Scottish heritage. Specifically, ensure that Larnach Castle is part of your itinerary. To feel at home and make the most of your trip, you may stay in one of the top short-term rentals in Dunedin, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and short-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. House with a breakfast bar (from USD 114)
This house is an excellent base camp for leisure travelers exploring the city. When you reserve it for 14 nights, you are entitled to a weekly discount.
The living space makes this property suitable for small families or groups. When you get up, you can have your coffee on the patio or have light bites at the breakfast bar. A car park is available, so you need not worry about parking if you plan to bring a car.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
we loved staying here at this cute as wee house - very very clean which is importantHost:
easy communication with the owner and would def stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
character house in great locationgreat property which we found close to the attractions we visited while in dunedineasy access to the city either by car or foot or bus
2. Light-filled house with complimentary on-site parking (from USD 63)
Are you spending your family vacation in the city for a few weeks? Consider staying in this light-filled house, which you can get at a discount for a 14-night stay.
For families with babies or toddlers, a port-a-cot is available upon request. Complimentary parking is provided within the premises, so you have nothing to worry about if you intend to bring a car. Many points of interest are within a 2-km (1.2-mi) radius, such as Tūhura Otago Museum and University of Otago.
Top guest reviews
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wife appreciated the iron and board / hairdryerCleanliness:
clean tidy and cozylovely place clean comfy and it had everything i needed for my short staythe place was very clean when we got there and had everything we needed for a short stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to get into citya lovely house in a beautiful street reasonably close to townthe property was cosy and warm and well locatedperfect little house for us nice and quiet neighborhood but close enough to townhi it was ok just quite away from street entrance
3. Stylish bungalow with a dog-friendly policy (from USD 96)
This stylish bungalow is centrally positioned in the city, only about a 15-minute drive from the central business district (CBD). It is dog-friendly, allowing you to stay with your four-legged friends as long as you bring their bedding. Be mindful to keep them off the furniture at all times. You can get this property with a generous discount if you book for 14 nights.
Many beaches are nearby, such as Brighton Beach.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
everything you need to chill out - excellent bed comfy furniture and easy access to the beachCleanliness:
beautiful property very clean and tidy lovely cottageHost:
hosts are lovely and make sure you have all you need and are comfortablewelcoming friendly and most importantly unobtrusive hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
very nice holiday and locationamazing how accessible it is to the beach and such a beautiful little walk through the dunesgreat place to relax
4. Seaview Shack (from USD 89)
Do you need a place to call home for a few weeks in the city? This house might be for you. For a 20-night stay, you can get it at a discounted price. This rental sits on a hill, beautifully overlooking Brighton Beach. Pets are welcome here but note that the outdoor area is not fenced. Thanks to the well-equipped kitchen, you may prepare home-cooked meals anytime.
A washing machine is also available, so you can easily do your laundry.
Top guest reviews
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hosts could not have been more pleasant or helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
this place was awesome we have two young kids and wanted somewhere close to the beachgreat location with magnificent views
5. Lovely house with a deck (from USD 210)
This lovely house is designed to make you feel at home in the city, featuring an open floor plan with a lounge, well-equipped kitchen, and dining area. It has a fully fenced outdoor space with a two-level deck, so you can easily entertain outdoors. Set in a family-friendly neighborhood, this property is only a short walk from a children’s playground and picnic area. Meanwhile, Dunedin International Airport is only about a 15-minute drive away.
A weekly discount applies if you are staying for 14 nights.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the house is comfortable and roomy and set up with nearly everything you might needCleanliness:
comfortable warm clean nicely furnished houseHost:
easy to locate - great spot - cozy - great host quick responseRead more reviewsLocation:
well situated close to the beach also close enough to dunedin for easy day tripsthe kids loved being close to the beach
6. Brookside Cottage (from USD 97)
Set in a relatively quiet neighborhood in the city, this charming cottage is ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat. If you book it for two weeks, you are entitled to a hefty weekly discount offered by the host.
Families with kids are welcome here. The host even provides a high chair and porta cot for young guests. With the fully equipped kitchen, you can quickly cook your own food. Many attractions are only about 2 km (1.2 mi) away, such as Regent Theatre and Toitū Otago Settlers Museum.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi would be good plus improved hot water pressure and flowcomfortable plenty of space well equippedthe cottage was warm and comfortable if a little over furnishedthis cottage is so lovely private and comfortableHost:
enjoyed our stay found it warm and homely and the owners accommodating to our needsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellent minutes from town stnice property well suited to a few nights (or longer) stay within walking distance of central dunedincomfortable and warm in a quiet central street very handy to all places in dunedinnice tidy cottage in a quiet location
7. Seabreeze Cottage (from USD 98)
This cottage boasts a beachfront location in the city, ensuring you a restful stay with your loved ones. You are entitled to a minimal discount when you rent it for 14 nights. At the back, you will find a deck with a sheltered barbecue area. Do not hesitate to have barbecue parties to make the most of your holiday. When you return from the beach, you can wash your wet clothes immediately using the washing machine provided.
You also get a well-equipped kitchen to cook delicious meals for friends and family.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the touch of the contiental breakfast and the homemade raspberry jam was thourghly enjoyedso warm and comfortable lovely beds with electric blanketsjanet and stephen ensured our stay was very comfortable and we were very well looked afterCleanliness:
beds were really comfortable and the house was really cleanHost:
gorgeous wee cottage with lovely hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s a great location so close to the beachwe absolutley loved the accommodation and the location
8. Modern townhouse with a marble fireplace (from USD 136)
Strategically located in the city, this modern townhouse provides quick access to many galleries, restaurants, and shops. It has hints of Victorian architecture that perfectly complements contemporary furnishings. You can hang out by the marble fireplace in the living room to cap off a long day. If you wish to bring a car, you may park it within the premises at no additional cost.
You can enjoy a significant discount when you book this rental for a week or more.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the beds were comfy and the electric blankets are a nice touchthe heated blankets on the beds were the perfect little touch to keep the chill awaythe unit was just the right size as we (two adults and two children) all had comfortable bedsample space to enjoy a cozy night inthis is a charming apartment with high ceilings and nice decorCleanliness:
it clean and have everything we neededwendy’s place is clean and lovelythe townhome was very clean and suppliedthe flat was very clean and centrally locatedthe home was clean and the beds were comfortableHost:
wendy was an amazing hostwendy was a great host and quick to respond to my questionsthe list of local attractions and maps were very helpfulwendy was very helpful when we contacted her during our staywendy was very communicative and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
good location with the city within walking distancecentrally located and an easy walk downtownthe location was an easy walk to town and public transportationgreat location in a fun quirky housea lovely place located in the heart of the city
Superhost
9. Art Deco home with complete laundry facilities (from USD 107)
This Art Deco home is perched atop a hill, providing scenic views of the city. Conveniently, it is only roughly a five-minute drive from the heart of Dunedin. Two bathrooms are available, one of which has a spa bath that you can use to relax. If you run out of clean clothes, feel free to use the washing machine and dryer to do your laundry.
Additionally, if you are staying here for two weeks or so, you can get huge discounts.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfortably sleep 4 individuals (1 each per double bed{2}) and bunksthe beds and bedding are excellenta great kitchen with plenty of mugs and the all important coffee plungerCleanliness:
very clean and well equippedvery clean with a beautiful gardenbeautiful clean place perfect locationvery nice and clean heaps of room for kids to run aroundgreat place - very comfortable clean warm quiet and with that cool art deco vibeHost:
host was kind and responsivegreat communication from hosts and easy check-in/departure procedurechild friendly my boys loved the spa bathRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful character house in a fantastic locationan excellent location for a city visitfantastic house in a great locationeasy fast drive to central dunedinas described and great location will stay again
10. Home with abundant natural light (from USD 133)
Whether you are visiting the city for work or leisure, you will feel have a comfortable stay in this home. A generous discount applies if you rent it for a week or more. Thanks to the log burner, you can be warm and cozy regardless of the weather. Plenty of natural light floods the open floor plan, creating an inviting living space for you to unwind.
Meanwhile, the outdoor area has a spacious deck with barbecue facilities.
Top guest reviews
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great views from the kitchenthe view from dining table was great and very peaceful surroundsthe beds were very comfortable and the fireplace was greateasy to light woodburner comfy bedsCleanliness:
the house was beautifully clean and warm comfy beds with a really gorgeous vibethe house is in a nice area has everything you need and was very clean and tidylovely and clean & your communication was excellent will stay again kyliewe had a wonderful stay in this clean tidy and well equipped homebeautiful house very clean and tidy and has the softest most comfiest beds you will ever sleep onHost:
the host david was wonderful at communicating and ensured everything was ready for uslovely home to stay in dunedin with very helpful hostgreat host very helpfulgreat contact with ownerdavid was a brilliant host with great communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location if you have a cargreat location very close to st clair beach and cafesgood location easy parking quiet cozy and well equippedgreat place to stay loved itfantastic location and beautiful view
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Dunedin’s incomparable heritage and biodiversity make it one of the most interesting places to visit in New Zealand. Check out these top short-term rentals in Dunedin, New Zealand, and plan your trip accordingly.
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