Gisborne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gisborne
Gisborne
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Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson

Where to stay in Gisborne

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Te Hapara

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

Te Hapara
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Kaiti

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

Kaiti
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Wainui

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

Wainui
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Whataupoko

While there might not be top attractions in Whataupoko, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tairawhiti Museum and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art.

Whataupoko
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Okitu

Travellers come to Okitu for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Okitu Beach and Makorori Headland Trailhead while you're in town.

Okitu
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Awapuni

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

Awapuni
Emerald Hotel
Emerald Hotel
4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040, Gisborne
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (737 reviews)
"Close proximity to Tatapouri restaurant and central to city centre. Enjoyed walk down the street and people watching. City feels safe v"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025

Emerald Hotel
Portside Hotel
Portside Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay, Gisborne
The price is Rp1.863.547 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
Rp1.863.547
Rp2.143.079 total
27 Jun - 28 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (403 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and comfortable rooms with a nice view. Very affordable also. We enjoyed our stay and will be back next time we visit Gisborne."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025

Portside Hotel
Waikanae Beach Motel
Waikanae Beach Motel
3 out of 5
19 Salisbury Road, Gisborne
The price is Rp1.546.931 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
Rp1.546.931
Rp1.778.951 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (326 reviews)
"Nice quiet and clean motel, walking distance to town and close to a great beach. Motel parking gets a bit tight if rooms are full."

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

Waikanae Beach Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Portside Hotel
Portside Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay, Gisborne
Stay at this 4-star 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! (403 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and comfortable rooms with a nice view. Very affordable also. We enjoyed our stay and will be back next time we visit Gisborne."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025

Portside Hotel
Whispering Sands Motel
Whispering Sands Motel
3 out of 5
22 Salisbury Rd, Gisborne, Gisborne
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Amazing location and host."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2025

Whispering Sands Motel
Matawhero Wines
Matawhero Wines
3 out of 5
186 Riverpoint Road,, Gisborne,, Gisborne, Gisborne
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly holiday home in Gisborne. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Matawhero Wines and Bushmere ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Outstanding! A beautiful, relaxing place to stay. Our separate modern cabin was facing the vineyards. Quiet, comfortable. We walked the vineyards, enjoyed wine tastings. Perfect place. Amazing hospitality."

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025

Matawhero Wines
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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