Gisborne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with a rock formation and distant mountains under a purple sky.
Two birds with distinctive blue eyes and yellow beaks, surrounded by similar birds in a natural setting.
Hazy summer evening at the beach, Makorori Beach, Gisborne, New Zealand
A coastal port with a large cargo ship docked, a breakwater, and a backdrop of mountains and a small town.
Beautiful sunset, Pacific Ocean, Gisborne, New Zealand

Our guide on where to stay in Gisborne

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Two people walking on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.
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Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.

Wainui

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

A coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea, a small island, and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Kaiti

While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Kaiti Hill and Gisborne Harbour.

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 Tairawhiti Museum and Okitu Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040 Gisborne
The price is NZ$173 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$173
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (864 reviews)
"Average stay The hotel is outdated. Heat pump did not work properly. Spacious room"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Emerald Hotel
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach Gisborne
The price is NZ$155 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$155
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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 ...
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
The price is NZ$226 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$226
21 Aug - 22 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! (447 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Portside Hotel
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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! (447 reviews)
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Reviewed on 26 July 2026

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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (198 reviews)
"Very spacious, lovely neighbourhood, had everything we needed. Was very cold when we arrived but good heating and electric blankets ensured we were toasty warm."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

The Verandah at Gisborne
Cosy Cottage Gisborne AVAILABLE FOR RHYTHM AND VINES!

Cosy Cottage Gisborne AVAILABLE FOR RHYTHM AND VINES!

Gisborne Gisborne
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!
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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.

Stay near popular Gisborne attractions

Titirangi Reserve

8.6/10 (9 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Titirangi Reserve, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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