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Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (856 reviews)
Emerald Hotel offers a serene coastal escape in Gisborne with free WiFi and parking. The outdoor pool provides refreshing relaxation while kayaking and surfing await nearby. Located just 7 minutes from the airport, Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and Longbush Wines are close by.
The price is $81
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Emerald Hotel
Property grounds

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (355 reviews)
Set yourself up for Gisborne adventures at this welcoming motel with complimentary WiFi and parking. Just 3 minutes from GIS airport and near Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum, enjoy comfortable rooms with daily housekeeping and attentive service.
The price is $75
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
Discover a welcoming haven at this Gisborne aparthotel with an outdoor pool and 24-hour fitness center. Just 7 minutes from the airport, enjoy proximity to Gisborne Wine Centre and Harbour. Rooms feature microwaves and refrigerators for added convenience.
The price is $119
$137 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Portside Hotel
Exterior

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (562 reviews)
Minutes from Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and Gisborne Wine Centre, this motel offers free WiFi and parking. Enjoy daily housekeeping during your stay in the entertainment district, with the airport just 6 minutes away by car.
The price is $100
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Front of property - evening/night

Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (391 reviews)
The price is $81
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Waikanae Beach Motel
Unit 12: Access wheelchair unit | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
The price is $79
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Travellers Inn Motel
Beach nearby

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (512 reviews)
Find relaxation at this Gisborne retreat featuring complimentary WiFi and parking. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool after hiking nearby trails or borrowing free bikes. Rooms include convenient refrigerators and microwaves, with Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House just minutes away.
The price is $73
$84 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Reception

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)
Discover the convenient White Heron Motor Lodge in Gisborne, just minutes from Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum. This business-friendly motel offers daily housekeeping and attentive staff that guests consistently praise.
The price is $95
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
White Heron Motor Lodge
Front of property - evening/night

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (602 reviews)
This welcoming motel offers the comfort of free WiFi and parking while being moments from popular spots like Sunshine Brewing Company. After exploring local sights, return to enjoy dinner at the on-site Meal Garden restaurant.
The price is $80
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (169 reviews)
Wake to the sound of waves at this Gisborne bay hotel near Wainui and Okitu beaches. Enjoy hiking trails and snorkeling adventures, then unwind on the terrace surrounded by garden views. Convenient in-room microwaves and free WiFi enhance your coastal escape.
The price is $98
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Ocean Beach Wainui
Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio

Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
Discover hiking adventures from this quiet Gisborne motel, just 5 minutes from the airport. Free WiFi and parking make exploration easy, with Wrights Vineyard and Botanic Gardens waiting nearby for relaxing day trips.
The price is $83
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Tudor Park Motel
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
This welcoming motel offers free WiFi and convenient room service near Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum. With complimentary parking and just 3 minutes from Gisborne Airport, enjoy easy access to local attractions during your stay.
The price is $96
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Pool

Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
Wake up to optional breakfast at this friendly Gisborne motel with free WiFi and parking. Just 6 minutes from the airport and close to Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and Longbush Wines for easy exploration.
The price is $110
$126 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Senator Motor Inn
Compact Queen Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
Wake up refreshed at this comfortable motel just 4 minutes from Gisborne Airport. Explore hiking trails in the area or visit Sunshine Brewery after a day of adventures. Free WiFi and daily housekeeping ensure a convenient, hassle-free stay.
The price is $93
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Bella Vista Gisborne
Exterior

Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
Embrace seaside tranquility at this beach apartment where each unit features a full kitchen and private balcony. Just 5 minutes from Gisborne Airport and near Sunshine Brewing Company, the motel offers free WiFi and parking for easy exploration of local attractions.
The price is $91
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Whispering Sands Motel
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (223 reviews)
The price is $86
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (72 reviews)
Colonial on Gladstone offers comfort with free WiFi and daily housekeeping in charming Gisborne. Just a 3-minute drive from the airport, you're perfectly positioned to explore Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum nearby.
The price is $83
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Colonial on Gladstone
Outdoor pool

Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
Experience Gisborne from this welcoming motel with outdoor and children's pools plus a sunny terrace. Free WiFi and parking add convenience, while in-room refrigerators and microwaves enhance your stay. Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum are just minutes away.
The price is $114
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Teal Motor Lodge
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
Sip local vintages at this charming Matawhero Wines property featuring complimentary continental breakfast. Each home offers furnished balconies and flat-screen TVs. Near Bushmere Estate with convenient access to Gisborne Airport, just 12 minutes away.
The price is $205
$236 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Matawhero Wines
Spa

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
2.0 star property
Makorori
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
Luxury glamping overlooking Makorori Beach with a rejuvenating sauna after a day of adventure. Just 22 minutes from Gisborne Airport, this tranquil hideaway offers free WiFi and parking while keeping you close to scenic hiking trails.
The price is $82
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
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Gisborne Central
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (856 reviews)
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Gisborne Central
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (856 reviews)
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Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (856)
The price is $81
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Emerald Hotel
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When is the best time to visit Gisborne?

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Top neighborhoods in Gisborne

A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.

Wainui

Gisborne's Wainui neighborhood is known for its beaches and offers a host of things to see such as Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach.

Two people walking on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.
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Open Photo by Gracen Verheyden

Gisborne Central

Gisborne's Gisborne Central neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Sunshine Brewery.

Whataupoko

Gisborne's Whataupoko neighborhood offers attractions including Tairawhiti Museum.

A coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea, a small island, and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.
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Kaiti

The Kaiti neighborhood has lots to see including Kaiti Hill and Gisborne Harbour.

Top landmarks in Gisborne

Tairawhiti Museum

8.0/10 (24 reviews)
Tairawhiti Museum is just one of the attractions in Whataupoko, Gisborne so you might want to stop by during your trip. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to experience more of the culture Gisborne has to offer, head to Gisborne Harbour, Gisborne Botanic Gardens, and Cook Monument.
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Learn more about Gisborne

Gisborne is well-known for its attractions such as Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Tairawhiti Museum. This family-friendly city has something for everyone including sights like Gisborne Harbour and Cook Monument.

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White Heron Motor Lodge

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Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Gisborne?
Guests like Emerald Hotel, Captain Cook Motor Lodge and Portside Hotel.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Gisborne?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Gisborne, most properties offer refundable* rates you can book. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Gisborne if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you're looking for a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 33 vacation homes. In addition, you can choose from 10 apartments.
What will the weather in Gisborne be like during my vacation?
January and February are typically the warmest months in Gisborne when the average temp is 65°F. July and August are the coldest months when the average temperature is 52°F. June and July are the months with the most rain.
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