Westwood Travel Guide
Dunedin
Popular places to visit
University of Otago
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Otago during your trip to Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
From Port Chalmers: Small Group Castle, Coast & City Tour
Top hotels in Westwood
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Dont be put off by the derelict appearance of the building. Once safely inside your room it is delightfully modern and comfortable. Inner city location is great. Staff are good. Breakfast is hot but basic, and lacks taste. Parking is a disaster - never enough. The hotel is old, run down and badly ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Great place
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Spacious, comfortable and clean room. Good location for city centre.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Room was lovely bed was comfy cleaned every day would go back
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Beach lodge motel
Clean rooms and bathroom. Fantastic hosts Arnouk and Jared provided an excellent huge breakfast at customized times to suit. Wonderful location for runs along the beach and great eating places along the road at St Clair beach. Great for families of 4.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
The owners are an awesome coiple. Very friendly and helpfuĺ. Recommend this holiday park to everyone
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westwood
Green Island
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Green Island and surrounding area, you can visit Tunnel Beach and Grand Casino.
Brighton
Travellers like the beaches in Brighton, and Brighton Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
St. Clair
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.
Bradford
When in Bradford, you can plan a visit to Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Mornington
While there might not be top attractions in Mornington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
Belleknowes
While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
