Larnach Castle, 145 Camp Road, Otago Peninsula, 9054 Dunedin, New Zealand
#10 of 52 hotels in Dunedin
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1318 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 15 June 2024
จันทนา
ThailandGreat staff. Good service.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Varun
New ZealandToo expensive
Location Staff Breakfast Customer Service
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 11 June 2024
Andrew
New ZealandSharing the dinner table. They could have at least told us beforehand
The breakfast was amazing. Thanks.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Robert
AustraliaThe whole experience was wonderful.No dislikes
The views were spectacular. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Marcele
AustraliaCastle was awesome and beautiful to see at night.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Graham
AustraliaDinner was great fun in the Larnach Family Dining room and the host was very informative and engaging. Room was a good size and nicely decorated and with great views of Port Chalmers. Good buffet style breakfast in the coachhouse.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Tori
New ZealandGreat breakfast included
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
Zachary
United StatesStaying at the castle also means there's an optional dinner at the castle available. The views were also gorgeous. Overall amazing experience!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Julie
New ZealandOnly the bed, a bit soft for us
We have stayed several times before( we only live an hour and a bit away:), and it is our destination of choice when we have a special occasion, like our Wedding Anniversary this week! We love everything about our stays at Larnach!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Lorna
New ZealandNothing
I love this place, the breakfast is awesome snd the tour of the castle and garden is always a winner. The views from the tower are fabulous.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Sue
New ZealandThe whole experience from arriving to leaving was excellent. The staff are very pleasant and informative. The Trust the Chef 4 course dining was exceptional and we will definately recommend an overnight stay to anyone.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Sofie
New ZealandArrived in dark, was bit hard to find where to go. Showers and toilet block in stables were very dated.
Loved the feel, the history, going round the castle , loved the breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Lou
AustraliaBeautiful surrounds, comfortable rooms and "trust the chef" dinner was amazing!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Birgitte
New ZealandNothing
The breakfast was amazing! A wonderful selection of continental buffet plus cooked breakfast offered as well
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Jingyuan
JapanNothing
Beautiful view from the room, delicious breakfast, friendly stuffs!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Paula
AustraliaWe stayed in the lodge and the rooms were all individual and all had a fabulous view. You could walk around the grounds of the castle when it was closed to the public.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Adele
United StatesNothing
Breakfast was fantastic; lots of choice and made fresh
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Len
AustraliaDinner was expensive and the main course of duck was tough.
A very pleasant welcome from the gate keeper and the receptionist. The room was up-stairs but was large and had a lovely view. We had booked dinner in the castle and this included pre-dinner drinks. The drinks room and dining room were both lovely. Breakfast was included and was served in the old stables. The location was lovely and the food adequate. The accommodation cost included a self-guided tour of the castle during opening hours. This was very interesting.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Graypark
AustraliaGreat experience as we did dinner in the castle which was great. Room and view wonderful. Breakfast included in price was exceptional. Want an experience then stay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Ian
United StatesVery expensive
Unique boutique experience. Beautiful gardens. Convenient for a visit to the albatross center. Great dinner in the castle dining room.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Alexandria
AustraliaStaff were wonderful and friendly, room was clean and comfortable, with comfortable beds. Bathrooms were very clean. Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Alan
New ZealandNo issues I can identify
The room was very good, with great views over the peninsular. Bed was comfortable and facilities good. Breakfast (included) was served in the stables and was excellent. A full cooked breakfast well done. Admission to the castle is included with a stay so that was appreciated.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Warren
AustraliaIt was all great, leisurely garden walks in the evening.
The grounds were spectacular. The staff were helpful and knowledgeable.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Gerry
New Zealandnothing
Nice setting ,helpful friendly helpful staff meant a very enjoyable stay. The dinner was very nice and served in the castle Exceeded my expectations
Stayed in April 2024
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