EBB–ALMANAC
Ebb–Dunedin is a story of our unique place in the world. Dunedin’s ancient traditions and blended cultures flow from its wild shores to its city streets. Our contemporary neighbourhood hotel is located right in the heart of things, serving friends, locals and guests a slice of our unique way of life.
We are delighted to have you here. We have noted a few important things for your stay with us.
Parking
If you have been allocated a parking space for your stay, please ensure that you park in the same spot for the duration of your stay and park between the designated lines as we have limited spots for each room.
Les Mills Gym
If you wish to use the gym facilities, remember to bring your room key and card. You will need to present these to Les Mills reception upon arrival.
WiFi
The WiFi password is “comeasyouare”
Dining
You can add breakfast to your room for $35.
Breakfast is served in the EbbKitchen between 7am and 2pm.
Ebb-Kitchen dinner service is from 5pm–10pm,Thursday, Friday and Saturday only. Serving European inspired tapas, curated wines and cocktails. Please advise us if you would like to book a table.
After-Hours Access
When leaving the building after hours, please make sure to have your key with you. Reception closes at 10:00 pm. If you need to access the building after hours, you’ll need to wait for the after hours contact to reach the hotel.
QUICK–START–ROOM–GUIDE
Art TV
Press the power button once to change between art or TV. Press home to choose the desired App. Sign into App using prompts with your own account
Live TV channels accessed via Freeview Streaming TV App
Hold the power button for ‘3 seconds’ to turn off
Air Conditioning
Press On, green light shows
Press Up or Down to alter the temperature
Press top left Mode button change to Heat or Cool
Fresh Air
Switch On/Off
Located under the air conditioning unit control
Micro-filtered air from outside
Lighting Designed for your enjoyment
Ensure Master switch is on (located at bedside and entry)
Be guided by labeling on switches
Ambient for relaxed lighting and General for all lights
Nightlight is for gentle lighting for night time bathroom visits
Check-In/Check-Out
Check-in is 3pm
Check-out is 11am.
Contact
+64 (0)3 260 6800
hello@ebb-dunedin.co.nz or via the chat link found in your email booking confirmation.
Reception is open until 10pm for all queries and assistance
Above all, we hope you enjoy your stay at Ebb Dunedin, we are here to assist you, provide recommendations and ensure your stay is special.
Mini-bar
Please make yourself at home; tea and coffee are on the house. Dunedin is full of local, independent producers, and our minibar is a curation of these lovely, local tastes. See the menu for prices.
Ebb–Dunedin is the perfect starting point for a stroll. Surrounded by South Pacific seas, wild and woolly walks along beautiful rugged coastline are on our doorstep. Or, take a short drive inland and you’ll quickly find yourself in a lush green landscape, perfect for a country ramble or mild mountain trek. If urban scenes are more your thing, Dunedin is filled with everything from historic sights to modern culinary temptations. Here’s a guide to some of our favourite things to see and do in our beautiful city and beyond.
1 Tūhura Otago Museum
419 Great King Street
What began as a small collection of rocks is now a centre of natural, cultural and scientific stories of Otago
2 Toitū Otago Settlers Museum
31 Queens Gardens
Learn about the people whose character, culture, technology, art, fashion and transport shaped modern New Zealand
3 Dunedin Public Art Gallery
30 The Octagon
In the heart of the city and right on our doorstep, the Public Art Gallery holds Dunedin’s main public art collection.
4 The Octagon
Dating back to 1846, our city centre is an eight-sided pedestrianised plaza, with raised grass terraces. Running uphill from the ocean, it houses many old buildings and has a statue of Robert Burns – a tribute to our Scottish heritage.
5 Chinese Gardens
Experience serenity at Dunedin Chinese Garden, a peaceful oasis celebrating Chinese heritage with traditional design, tranquil landscapes, and cultural beauty. A perfect place to relax and reflect.
THINGS–TO–DO
6 Dunedin Farmers Market
Dunedin Railway Station, Anzac Avenue
Every Saturday from 8am, artisan producers and growers from the local Otago region sell seasonal fruits, veg, meats, cheese, nuts, honey and artisanal products come rain or shine
7 Dunedin Botanic Gardens
Cnr Opoho Rd & Great King St
New Zealand’s first botanic garden, Dunedin’s garden is nearly 160 years old. Enjoy more than 6,800 plant species, the song of wild native bellbirds, wood pigeons and tui.
8 Vogel Street
In this gentrified warehouse precinct, there’s a bunch of great cafes, restaurants and street art.
9 George Street North
Stroll along George Street North for Dunedin’s best fashion boutiques and lots of good cafes.
10 Hot Yoga Dunedin
33 St Andrew St, 9016
This independently run studio offers heated and non-heated yoga classes as well as Inferno Hot Pilates (a low impact, high intensity cardio workout) for all levels of students. Great for increasing flexibility, mobility and releasing toxins.
11 Well+Being
9 St Andrew Street
Well+Being offers wellness services like yoga, pilates, massage, sauna, cold baths, red light therapy, and float tanks. Book directly with them to experience their science-backed approach to health, focused on the five pillars of Wellbeing: Movement, Nutrition, Sleep, Mindfulness, and Community.
12 Dunedin Railways
Ride Dunedin’s Seasider for stunning coastal views, or journey on the Taieri Gorge Train through dramatic landscapes and historic tunnels. Two unforgettable scenic rail experiences!
13 City Beach Walk
Dunedin’s numerous walking tracks are a great way to experience the city’s beautiful scenery. St Clair Beach to St Kilda Beach is an old favourite and an easy drive from the hotel
14 Tunnel Beach Walk
25 Tunnel Beach Road
Blackhead, Dunedin
Follow the fenced track downhill to the spectacular, rocky coastline. At the end of the track you’ll find the rock tunnel (hand carved by pioneers in the 1870s) that gives Tunnel Beach its name.
15 Peninsula Wildlife Walk
Allans Beach is one of many wild, rugged and beautiful beaches on the Otago Peninsula. Well off the beaten track, it’s squawking yelloweyed penguins and lazy sea lions make it truly special.
16 Aramoana Spit
This beautiful sand dune spit at the mouth of the Otago harbour is a tranquil village as well as a wildlife hotspot. Grab something to eat at Port Chalmers and explore the isolated sandy beaches, complete with seals and abundant birdlife.
17 Moeraki Boulders
Hampden
A group of large spherical stones on Koekohe Beach near Moeraki, the boulders are one of the most fascinating and popular attrac-tions on the South Island.
From gently strolls to remote S trails, the best of Dunedin is outdoors.
18 Tairoa Head
The headland at the end of the Otago Peninsula, it is home to a lighthouse, built in 1864, and a colony of over 100 royal albatrosses. At nearby Pilot’s Beach, look out for fur seals and sea lions, penguins, dusky dolphins and orcas
19 Otago Peninsual Bike Ride
Otago Peninsula has twice been named one of the top ten rides in the the world by Lonely Planet. The hills and bays around the city and on the peninsula, are great for riding of all levels, with an unbeatable backdrop of hill, harbour and coastal scenery. The cycle around Otago Harbour out to Portobello village halfway along the peninsula is one of out favourites with a stop at the Portobello Pub for a cold beer.
20 Mapoutahi Pa Site & Canoe Beach
400 Osborne Road
The pristine white sand and sparkling clear blue water beach is also an historical landmark. Steeped in history, this cliff top walk and the tucked away Canoe Beach is one of Dunedin’s gems, hidden away between Doctors Point and Purakaunui Beach. At low tide, park up at Doctor’s Point and walk along the coast to this small, calm bay. The perfect day trip.
21 Ebb–Kitchen
82 Filleul St
In-house Ebb-Kitchen serves local and seasonal food to the good people of Dunedin and hotel guests alike. A place to come together over fresh food and the best coffee in town. Nestled in our serene atrium garden, with works from local and national artists, its the perfect location for convivial refreshment.
22 Adjø
333 George St
A cosy coffee shop, café and gallery supporting local artists and serving Nordic-inspired food.
23 Big Lizard Ōtepoti
22 Vogel St
From the creators of Side-on, they have a cult following, argualby the pastries and sourdough in town.
24 Precinct
This beautiful sand dune spit at the mouth of the Otago harbour is a tranquil village as well as a wildlife hotspot. Grab something to eat at Port Chalmers and explore the isolated sandy beaches, complete with seals and abundant birdlife.
25 Vogel St Kitchen
76 Vogel Street
Vogel St Kitchen continues its rise as one of the coolest cafés in the city, serving casual honest food in its exposed brick and bespoke furniture interior. Its craft beer and wood-fired pizza combo is hard to beat
26 Maggies
46 Stuart Street
Maggies has a reputation for great coffee, food and organic juices. Hours slide by easily with friends, on a date, with homework, or your favourite book in this aesthetically well-considered space.
Enjoy great coffee. family-friendly and fine dining restaurants all within walking distance
27 Buster Greens
Real Food Room
466 George St
This vegan-friendlyt wholefood café is famous for its spinach waffles and exotic smoothies.
28 Allpress
12 Emily Siedeberg Pl
North Dunedin
Another jewel in the crown of Dunedin’s strong coffee culture, many locals are unwaveringly loyal Allpress customers.
29 Taste Nature
131 High Street
Dunedin’s favourite organic store since 1992, this wholefood and organic cafe and store is known for its daily-baked organic sourdough and local meats and dairy, as well as its huge range of bulk wholefoods.
30 Indigo Room
26 Moray Pl
Indigo Room’s neon sign lights up a cool city alleyway, beside Phlegm’s Kakapo street art and Pequeño. A cozy, bohemian spot with retro furniture, candlelight, and intimate corners. The highlight is the unique bar bites and ever-changing cocktail, wine, and whiskey menu.
31 Pizza Bar
117 Stuart Street
Home of the Savory round.
Dunedin’s best pizza, serving cocktails, beer, natural wines. Pull up a stool for delicous pizza and drink in a relaxed atmoshere.
32 Moiety
42 Queens Gardens
Located in Dunedin’s historic warehouse precinct, Moiety is known for its great service, delicious food and casual take on fine dining.
33 7 Balmac
7 Balmacewen Road, Maori Hill
A consistent finalist in the Good Food Awards, 7 Balmac serves up bistro-style food using classic techniques. Don’t go past anything cooked on the Texan Wood-Grill.
34 Esplanade
2 Esplanade, Saint Clair
This Italian beachfront pizzeria and bar is open from 8am until late, serving pizza, wine and cocktails into the night.
35 Etrusco
8 Moray Place
This friendly family-owned Italian restaurant serves pizza, pasta and wine in a relaxed, traditional setting.
36 Woof!
386 Moray Place
Woof! is welcoming like a pub, comfortable like a diner and also manages to have the late-night appeal of a cocktail lounge.
37 Graze and Glow
141 Stuart St
From the creator of much loved Vault 21, serving tapas from around the world, everything on menu is $9, even the cocktails.
38 Good Good 22 Vogel Street
Lively burger restaurant in the heart of the Warehouse Precinct serving craft beers, wines and milkshakes.
39 Impression Restaurant
2 Manor Place
Serving traditional Yum Cha and Chinese food, Impression’s is great for all the family. Look out for their eggplant dish, a local favourite.
40 Catalyst
286 Princess St
Mindful eating, connecting people in a welcoming space for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
41 Emerson’s
70 Anzac Avenue
After spending time in Edinburgh in the 80s, a young Richard Emerson returned to Dunedin determined to change its beer culture.
42 Erricks Venue
218 Crawford Street
Dunedin’s newest event space, boasting a cafe and music venue, hosting locals and international acts, jump on to their social media to see whats on.
43 Arc Brewery Co.
1870 Waikouaiti-Waitati Rd
Blueskin Bay couple Jono and Emma own and operate this boutique brewery focusing on small batch handcrafted beers.
44 Albar
135 Stuart Street
This subtly Scottish pub is a local favourite gathering spot with excellent beers.
45 Pequeño
50 Princes Street
Tucked away in a quiet alley, this intimate, speakeasy-style bar serves wine and tapas.
46 Zanzibar Gin
311 George Street
Just around the corner from the hotel, this gin bar has 62 gins to choose from and is said to be the best gin bar in New Zealand.
Photography by Irenaeus Herok
82 Filleul Street Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
+64(0)3 260 6800
+64(0)3 260 6801 ebb-dunedin.co.nz
