Gisborne Central Travel Guide

Gisborne

A white car parked on grass next to a tent by a body of water with hills in the background.
Two people walking on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.
Two open-faced sandwiches with smoked salmon and tomato on a white plate.
A sunset over a body of water with a tree silhouette and a distant bridge.

Stay near popular Gisborne Central attractions

Gisborne Botanic Gardens

8.8/10 (62 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Gisborne with a stop at Gisborne Botanic Gardens. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Things to do

Tairāwhiti Gisborne: Guided City Bike Tour

Tairāwhiti Gisborne: Guided City Bike Tour

Rp1.467.752
per adult
Tairāwhiti Gisborne: Guided City Bike Tour
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Top hotels in Gisborne Central

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040 Gisborne
The price is Rp1.466.682 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
Rp1.466.682
Rp1.686.664 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (853 reviews)
"Lovely balcony overlooking swimming pool, great staff, the hotel is about to b revamped I believe, so no restaurant or gym now, still a lovely place to stay"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Emerald Hotel
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
The price is Rp2.148.692 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp2.148.692
Rp2.470.996 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (446 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Portside Hotel
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

4 out of 5
24 Reads Quay (Cnr Pitt St) Gisborne
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.802.675 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
Rp1.802.675
Rp2.073.123 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Childers rd Gisborne
The price is Rp1.978.890 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp1.978.890
Rp2.275.724 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and Longbush Wines ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (162 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay. Lovely and helpful staff that are very welcoming. Within walking distance of town shops without being in the noisy centre. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Senator Motor Inn
Marinaview Apartments

Marinaview Apartments

4 out of 5
6 Reads Quay Gisborne
Stay at this beach apartment in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Gisborne Wine Centre and Gisborne Harbour ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
"Huge apartment with nice views of the marina area. Very handy location, easy walking distance to most things in town."

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2020

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Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach Gisborne
The price is Rp1.442.173 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
Rp1.442.173
Rp1.658.499 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (599 reviews)
"It was such a lovely clean motel to stay. Staff were pleasant,always had a smile on their faces."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
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Where to stay in Gisborne Central

Find the best Gisborne Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.

Wainui

Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

A coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea, a small island, and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Kaiti

While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill.

Whataupoko

While there might not be top attractions in Whataupoko, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.

Outer Kaiti

Outer Kaiti might not have many top sights, but Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Tairawhiti Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A paved walkway along a grassy area with a view of a body of water and distant mountains.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Awapuni

If you're spending some time in Awapuni, Midway Beach and Sunshine Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

Gisborne Central Travel Guide