Gisborne Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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


Our pick of the best Gisborne Central Hotel Deals

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040 Gisborne
The price is NZ$160 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$160
21 July - 22 July
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! (852 reviews)
"Perfect location over looking river & walk to town. Large spacious room with 2 bedrooms. Main room has TV & lounge. Coffee/Tea making facilities & enormous picture window with large balcony. Also a Fridge & microwave."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Emerald Hotel
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
The price is NZ$222 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$222
6 Aug - 7 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 July 2026

Portside Hotel
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

4 out of 5
24 Reads Quay (Cnr Pitt St) Gisborne
The price is NZ$188 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$188
29 July - 30 July
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (561 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Childers rd Gisborne
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$217 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$217
16 July - 17 July
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 July 2026

Senator Motor Inn
A modern house close to town and the beach and backs on to a tree lined park

A modern house close to town and the beach and backs on to a tree lined park

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Stay at this golf holiday home in Gisborne. Enjoy free breakfast, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Sunshine Brewing ...
10/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
"House was in a good spot close to town and facilities and the hosts were amazing. House was well appointed and suited our needs and we arrived to a clean well-presented property. We would return again."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

A modern house close to town and the beach and backs on to a tree lined park
Cosy Cottage Gisborne 
AVAILABLE FOR RHYTHM AND VINES!

Cosy Cottage Gisborne AVAILABLE FOR RHYTHM AND VINES!

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Stay at this holiday home in Gisborne. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sunshine Brewery and Sunshine Brewing Company are located ...
Cosy Cottage Gisborne AVAILABLE FOR RHYTHM AND VINES!
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Gisborne Central

Find the best Gisborne Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Wainui

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

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.

Inner Kaiti

While there might not be top attractions in Inner Kaiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gisborne Harbour and Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House.



Gisborne Central Travel Guide

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