5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Visited the train museum
Gisborne Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Gisborne
Wainui
Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are top sights worth seeing.
Kaiti
While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Harbour.
Awapuni
If you're spending some time in Awapuni, Midway Beach and Sunshine Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
Te Hapara
When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Midway Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Emerald Hotel
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040 Gisborne
The price is NZ$187 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
NZ$187
24 Jan - 25 Jan
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! (801 reviews)
This is my second time staying in the Emerald. Large space as always！Friendly staff as always! One thing to mention, I have left my SM Pad in the room! The friendly staff called me and told me how to arrange a return bag to collect the Pad! The hotel kept my pad safe for a few days until I completed ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
19 Salisbury Road Gisborne
The price is NZ$168 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
NZ$168
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (360 reviews)
Staff is helpful
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Portside Hotel
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
The price is NZ$224 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$224
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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! (431 reviews)
Neat and tidy
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
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
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
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! (431 reviews)
Neat and tidy
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
The Verandah at Gisborne
Gisborne Gisborne
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Gisborne. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
I booked the Verandah at Gisborne for myself and family to stay in for my wedding and the house was incredible and charming! Lots of space and bedrooms for a family and a nice large backyard and deck to relax and enjoy a meal. Comfortable beds and gorgous lounge. Highly recommend any family to stay ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Matawhero Wines
186 Riverpoint Road, Gisborne Gisborne
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Gisborne. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Matawhero Wines and Bushmere ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Everything stood out. The location was amazing. I kept waking up to the view as first light hit. The bed was super comfy. The breakfast was amazing. I ate it all. For any traveller that wants to invest in just one night of an experience I’d recommend this place.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Titirangi Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Titirangi Reserve, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Gisborne Hospital
If Gisborne Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
Learn about the local history of Gisborne when you take a trip to Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Eastwoodhill Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Eastwoodhill Arboretum during your stay in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Tairawhiti Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tairawhiti Museum in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Reviews of Gisborne
4.2
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
The Rivers restaurant was excellent.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
One decent pub?????
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
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
Harbour is looking fantastic with all new facilities, town looking good as well
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Had a great time just wished we had stayed longer than 1 night. Lots of activities, walks cafes and restaurants.
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- Gisborne Hospital
- Okitu Beach
- Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
- Eastwoodhill Arboretum
- Tairawhiti Museum
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- Bushmere Estate
- Sunshine Brewery
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- Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art
- Longbush Wines
- Cook's Plaza
- Titirangi Lookout
- Cook Observatory
- Midway Beach
