Gisborne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gisborne
Gisborne
Photo by Gracen Verheyden
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Photo by Natalie Robinson

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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Te Hapara

When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum, 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 Wine Centre.

Kaiti
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Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Gisborne Central
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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 Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.

Whataupoko
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040 Gisborne
The price is NZ$170 per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
NZ$170
12 Dec - 13 Dec
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! (782 reviews)
Nice place right in CBD

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Emerald Hotel
Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel

3 out of 5
19 Salisbury Road Gisborne
The price is NZ$149 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
NZ$149
21 Dec - 22 Dec
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! (352 reviews)
Nice location

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Waikanae Beach Motel
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach Gisborne
The price is NZ$167 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
NZ$167
19 Dec - 20 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (553 reviews)
Room was spotless , great motor lodege. Will stay again.

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Captain Cook 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 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! (420 reviews)
The staff were wonderful - very helpful. The room had so many extras, we would stay again

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Portside Hotel
The Verandah at Gisborne

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! (99 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

The Verandah at Gisborne
Wainui Absolute Beachfront Studio Unit

Wainui Absolute Beachfront Studio Unit

Wainui Beach Gisborne
Stay at this beach apartment in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
very welcoming and friendly. wonderful spot so close to the beach.

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

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.

Popular places to visit

Reviews of Gisborne

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
67
5 - Excellent 32%
4 - Good
121
4 - Good 58%
3 - Okay
20
3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Visited the train museum

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.