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Whispering Sands Motel

Property class: 3

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Whispering Sands Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
The current price is Rp1.769.329
Rp2.034.728 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

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About the area

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Awapuni, a neighbourhood in Gisborne. Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Titirangi Reserve and Longbush Reserve. Visit our Gisborne travel guide
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22 Salisbury Rd, Gisborne, Gisborne, 4010

What's nearby

  • Midway Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gisborne Harbour
    3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Gisborne Wine Centre
    3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Tairawhiti Museum
    3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS)
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Hut
    8 min walk
  • China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway
    15 min walk
  • Tatapouri Fishing Club
    2 min drive
  • Cafe Anatolia
    12 min walk
  • Burger King
    16 min walk

About this property

Whispering Sands Motel

  • Apartment located in Awapuni
  • Whispering Sands Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this apartment include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Whispering Sands Motel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • 42-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
    • Balconies or patios, kitchens and microwaves

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch Smart TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 15 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Sands Motel?

As of 19 Sep 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Sands Motel on 20 Sep 2026 start from Rp1.769.329, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Whispering Sands Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Sands Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Sands Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Awapuni apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Waikanae Beach and Sunshine Brewing Company. Midway Beach and Gisborne Skate Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Whispering Sands Motel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay, excellent views from the room, retro aesthetic works well, friendly staff, large rooms close to everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Perfect location on the beach. Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was so kind, courteous, and helpful. Will make this our place anytime we come to Gisborne. Also appreciated the EcoKabs for their great taxi services.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Loved it. Kids loved it. Had a 2 bed apartment upstairs with a balcony that looked over the beach. Such a beautiful view. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an upstairs room looking out over the bay. It is a strange arrangement with the bathroom room and small galley kitchen between the living room and bedroom and accessible from both. However it works just fine. The person on reception was very friendly and helpful. The motel is right on the beach and boardwalk and a 10 minute walk into town. Thoroughly recomment if staying in Gisborne.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, great attention to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Liked location to the beach. Didn't like the shower and a bit dated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Weak shower pressure. Otherwise, it was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a great idea to choose this property! The room was clean and comfortable and we didn’t need the heat pump at all. The little kitchen had everything we needed. The sea view was something else to behold. Would have loved to stay longer. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Weights to bottom of shower curtin would stop it touching you eent showering. Next upgrade suggest increasing brd size.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What a lovely spot 10/10 , Jaki was very lovely to deal with at reception, room was very clean tidy & decor was awesome , would definitely recommend a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025