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Dunedin Railway StationDunedinThe principal city of the south, Dunedin has anintoxicating mix of classical architecture, coastalwildlife and established gardens. A resolutelyScottish enclave, the street layout was designed tomatch that of Edinburgh and as New Zealand’sonly university town, the city has a thriving cafésociety and vibrant local arts scene, as well as ahandful of excellent museums. Relatively easy tonavigate, the centre focuses around the Octagon,an eight-sided plaza at the city’s heart, withresidential streets rising sharply into the hills andoverlooking the harbour. Rail journeys along thecoast or through the spectacular Taieri Gorge,depart from the impressive central railway station;with its ornate frontage and beautiful mosaicflooring it is worth a visit even if you are notcatching a train. Perched on the edge of OtagoHarbour, Dunedin also serves as the gateway tothe scenic Otago Peninsula.The Seasider train, Dunedin58Fletcher Lodge, DunedinFletcher Lodge, DunedinThis historic property was built by Sir JamesFletcher in 1924 to serve as his private residencewhilst he oversaw the construction of the NewZealand and South Seas Exhibition complex. Itnow offers elegant and luxurious accommodationin five guest rooms, each with its own character,and two self-contained apartments. To the backof the property is a secluded garden whereguests are encouraged to relax with a drink ortake a dip in the hot tub. Despite its quietlocation, the house is just a short walk from thecity centre with a good range of shops andrestaurants on its doorstep.Hotel St Clair, DunedinHotel St Clair enjoys a delightful location righton the waterfront at pretty St Clair Beach. Theproperty offers 26 studios and apartments centredaround an attractive courtyard. Each suite openson to a balcony that affords wonderful views ofthe sea, the cliffs or the beach, and although newand contemporary in design, they are also cosyand comfortable on breezy days. The hotel housesthe delightful Pier 24 restaurant and bar, while theattractive and laid-back suburb of St Clair alsooffers a selection of restaurants and cafés.Hotel St Clair, Dunedin