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Our top choices for Gisborne Central hotels

A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

1. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (872 reviews)
"Good location, clean room and spacious"
Australia
David
The price is Rp1.590.994
Rp1.829.643 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Emerald Hotel
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

2. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (455 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is Rp2.096.452
Rp2.410.920 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Portside Hotel
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

3. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (568 reviews)
"Have stayed here a few times. Has everything. Walking distance to restaurants and CBD and, walkway to the beach."
Australia
Megan
The price is Rp1.758.848
Rp2.022.721 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.

4. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Clean room, good location, nice staff"
United States
Graeme
The price is Rp1.930.779
Rp2.220.396 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Senator Motor Inn
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

5. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 0.9 km from Gisborne Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (388 reviews)
"Best place in Gisborne"
Australia
Todd
The price is Rp1.678.938
Rp1.930.779 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
White Heron Motor Lodge
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

6. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 0.7 km from Gisborne Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (614 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking, great staff"
Australia
Leena
The price is Rp1.407.110
Rp1.618.177 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

7. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.2 km from Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"Good size rooms. Everything you need, cooker, microwave, toaster, jug, wifi. Parking right outside your room door. Comfortable bed. Got room serviced daily. Very friendly manager. Great location."
Australia
shafeen
The price is Rp1.392.453
Rp1.601.321 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Travellers Inn Motel
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

8. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 0.9 km from Gisborne Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Outstandingly comfortable bed, great toiletries, beautiful view, quiet, and hosts are excellent."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is Rp2.158.635
Rp2.482.430 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Whispering Sands Motel
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

9. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 0.8 km from Gisborne Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (396 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is Rp1.551.020
Rp1.783.673 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Waikanae Beach Motel
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

10. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 2.6 km from Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay opposite Harry Barker Reserve. Exceptionally clean and comfortable. Would recommend and stay here again."
New Zealand
Marcus
The price is Rp1.312.317
Rp1.509.175 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

11. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 1 km from Gisborne Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Located is perfect and the room is very clean.The staff is very helpful"
Australia
Teleise
The price is Rp1.634.522
Rp1.879.700 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Bella Vista Gisborne
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

12. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2 km from Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is Rp1.687.848
Rp1.940.995 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

13. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 4.1 km from Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (518 reviews)
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Australia
Shixu
The price is Rp1.287.186
Rp1.480.264 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

14. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 0.9 km from Gisborne Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Great stay "
Australia
Linda
The price is Rp2.007.619
Rp2.308.762 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Teal Motor Lodge
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

15. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 3.2 km from Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is Rp1.732.287
Rp1.992.074 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Tudor Park Motel
A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

16. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 5.2 km from Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Excellent stay in Wainui Beach. The location was perfect, just a very short walk from the beach, which made it ideal for watching the sunrise. The room was clean, comfortable and had everything I needed. Peaceful area and a great place to relax after a long day of driving. I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended."
Australia
Kelvin
The price is Rp1.939.973
Rp2.230.969 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Ocean Beach Wainui
A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

17. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.2 km from Gisborne Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (73 reviews)
"Good Value accessable being flat. Nicely located to town"
Australia
Neville
The price is Rp1.455.031
Rp1.673.342 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Colonial on Gladstone
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

18. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 0.8 km from Gisborne Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Staff are brilliant, pools great, rooms clean & tidy, location amazing, what more could you want. We are booked in again on our way back"
New Zealand
Peter
The price is Rp1.590.106
Rp1.828.622 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

19. Cedar House

Cedar House
4.0 star property
Whataupoko, 1 km from Gisborne Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a fabulous house beautifully presented. The hosts were amazing and helpful and friendly. Complimentary cake, chocolate and drink was above and beyond along with a nice breakfast daily too."
New Zealand
Andrea
The price is Rp2.486.414
Rp2.859.392 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Cedar House
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

20. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 7.4 km from Gisborne Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is Rp3.885.543
Rp4.468.374 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Matawhero Wines
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Compare popular hotels in Gisborne Central

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.
Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
163 reviews
View
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
568 reviews
View
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.
Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
455 reviews
View
A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.
Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
8.0
Very good
872 reviews
View
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.
White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
388 reviews
View

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.

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 Kiwa Pools Gisborne are top sights worth seeing.

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 coastal landscape with mountains, a clear blue sea, and a forested area.

Te Hapara

When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Midway Beach and Tairawhiti Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Gisborne Central Hotel Reviews

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel

10/10 Excellent
"We really had a nice stay here. The place is neat and the bed and linens are comfy!! Stephen is soo friendly and very accommodating and he always happy to help and would often check if there was anything we needed.. We really appreciated how welcoming and helpful he was throughout our stay. Would definitely recommend!"
Christian Albert 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Travellers Inn Motel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Gisborne Central?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Gisborne's Gisborne Central neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art and Gisborne Botanic Gardens as part of your Gisborne Central travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Gisborne Central?
Based on our traveller data, Emerald Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Gisborne Central. This hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Portside Hotel and Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne.
How many hotels will I find in the Gisborne Central area?
Expedia has 7 Gisborne Central hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Gisborne area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gisborne Central, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Gisborne Central.
What is there to do in this Gisborne neighbourhood?
Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are just a few attractions to check out in Gisborne Central. Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Sunshine Brewery are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Gisborne Central include Sunshine Brewing Company, Tairawhiti Museum and Waikanae Beach. While you're out sightseeing, Statue of Young Nick and Captain Cook Statue are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.