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Tonight
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Tomorrow
27 Oct - 28 Oct
This weekend
30 Oct - 1 Nov
Next weekend
6 Nov - 8 Nov
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Recommended hotels in Gisborne

A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.
A balcony with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water and a dock with boats.
A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and potted plants.
A view from a window with metal bars, overlooking a grassy area with a pool, a dock with boats, and a large ship in the distance.

1. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
Gisborne Central
Australia
Tertius
NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Portside Hotel
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.
A hotel named White Heron with a sign indicating 'EXIT ONLY' on the side.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a dark blue quilted bedspread and white linens. There are two wall-mounted light fixtures above the beds, and a window with sheer curtains to the left.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dark coffee table, and a kitchen area with white cabinets and a microwave.

2. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
Te Hapara
Australia
Todd
NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
White Heron Motor Lodge
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.
A modern living room with a glass table, black leather chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area with a bar counter.
A hallway with a series of windows featuring a grid pattern of reflective glass panes.

3. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Gisborne Central
Australia
Megan
NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.
A patio area with a picnic table and a wooden fence.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and a window with a view.
A modern, well-lit room with a dining area, a sofa, and a bed.

4. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Awapuni
Australia
Leena
NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a pitcher, and a view of a mountain.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with a view of hills, and a small seating area.
A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella.
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

5. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Tamarau
Australia
Shixu
NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a marina at dusk.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a glass shelf above it. There's a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV on a stand. The room has a large window with a view of a marina.
A two-story hotel with a 'SENATOR' sign, large windows, and outdoor seating visible.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of a marina through a glass door.

6. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
Gisborne Central
United States
Graeme
NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Senator Motor Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.
A parking lot with several cars, a building with a red roof, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.
A motel with a red-tiled roof, a signboard, and a parking area.

7. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
Te Hapara
Australia
Teleise
NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bella Vista Gisborne
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A hotel room with a black leather sofa, a wooden dining table, a bed with a white comforter, a small potted plant, and a framed picture on the wall.
A kitchen with a double sink, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
Te Hapara
Australia
Christian Albert
NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Travellers Inn Motel
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wicker chair, and a metal chair.
A coastal view with a wooden fence, a grassy area, and a distant sailboat on the water.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, a kitchen area, and large windows.

9. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
Awapuni
Australia
Megan
NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Waikanae Beach Motel
A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and stone walls.
A modern building with multiple floors, a parking area, and a grassy area with a water body in the foreground.
A marina with boats docked, a bridge, and a hill with trees in the background.

10. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
Gisborne Central
Australia
David
NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Emerald Hotel
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Top Gisborne Hotel Reviews

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui

10/10 Excellent
"We’re from not too far away and just needed a nice, clean, helpful place for the weekend - got all of that as well as lovely and helpful service/advice."
Lisa 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Ocean Beach Wainui
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

8/10 Good
"The room is really big with a separate space for TV Room. It is not a new building but it has a very good parking lot covered and the room was clean and organized."
Cintia 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Emerald Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Gisborne?
Sights with historical relevance in Gisborne are probably a big part of your travel plans. While you're visiting, you may want to admire the popular beaches.
How many historical hotels are located in Gisborne?
Gisborne is home to 70 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the top historical sites and other places in Gisborne?
Gisborne is notable for landmarks like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. The natural setting is picturesque, namely the beaches, and places to see include: Kaiti Hill, Midway Beach and Wainui Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Harbour.
What is a historic hotel like in Gisborne?
Guests who choose a historic hotel can stay in a place that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Gisborne, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be what's most important. For a heritage hotel, it's mainly the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Gisborne have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Gisborne, you won't be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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