Gisborne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Gisborne

Where to stay in Gisborne

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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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Kaiti

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

Kaiti
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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
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Whataupoko

While there might not be top attractions in Whataupoko, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Tairawhiti Museum.

Whataupoko
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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.

Inner Kaiti
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$167 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$167
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Sunshine ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (467 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to everything the cleaners were great"

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2024

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Emerald Hotel
Emerald Hotel
4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040, Gisborne
The price is NZ$199 per night from 7 May to 8 May
NZ$199
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and Longbush ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (598 reviews)
"Did everything a good hotel should do (except feed which was notified before stay) so all good."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Emerald Hotel
White Heron Motor Lodge
White Heron Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
474 Gladstone Road, Gisborne
The price is NZ$236 per night from 15 May to 16 May
NZ$236
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (286 reviews)
"We had only 1 night stay. Property was in a great spot. Room was clean big and well appointed. Didn’t notice any facilities but that doesn’t mean there were none. Bed was big and comfortable and really nice to have so many tv channels to choose from. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

White Heron Motor Lodge
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 WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (358 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Portside Hotel
Apartment - river side
Apartment - river side
Gisborne
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Gisborne. Enjoy a water park, WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Longbush ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (19 reviews)
beautiful place
"Thanks for great place and great people!!! Owner is super helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2024

Apartment - river side
Wainui Absolute Beachfront Studio Unit
Wainui Absolute Beachfront Studio Unit
Wainui Beach
Stay at this apartment in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach are located nearby. Discover ...
10/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
Absolutely perfect
"Just what we needed a perfect chill. Accommodation has everything you need and exceeded our expectations. A perfect beachfront location including fantastic seating to watch the sunrise. The hosts accommodated our requests. Definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Wainui Absolute Beachfront Studio Unit
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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Reviews of Gisborne

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
24 Mar 2020

Visited the train museum

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
23 Feb 2020

The Rivers restaurant was excellent.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
19 Feb 2020

One decent pub?????

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
18 Feb 2020

Weather was lovely, swimming at Waikanae great, enjoyed visit to Sponge Bay and watching surfies, had a lovely meal at The Works restaurant.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
11 Feb 2020

Harbour is looking fantastic with all new facilities, town looking good as well

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
8 Feb 2020

Had a great time just wished we had stayed longer than 1 night. Lots of activities, walks cafes and restaurants.