5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Visited the train museum
Gisborne Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gisborne
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.
Te Hapara
When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kaiti
While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill.
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.
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.
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.
Emerald Hotel
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040, Gisborne
The price is NZ$139 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$139
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (739 reviews)
"Close proximity to Tatapouri restaurant and central to city centre. Enjoyed walk down the street and people watching. City feels safe v"
Reviewed on 5 Jun. 2025
Alfresco Motor Lodge
784 Gladstone Road, Gisborne
The price is NZ$163 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$163
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (316 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne
The price is NZ$155 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$155
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (540 reviews)
"Great location"
Reviewed on 2 Jul. 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.
Portside Hotel
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 helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (407 reviews)
"Was a beautiful quiet place for a solo work female traveller. Lovely staff . Great kitchen."
Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025
Whispering Sands Motel
22 Salisbury Rd, Gisborne, Gisborne
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Amazing location and host."
Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025
The Verandah at Gisborne
Gisborne
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Gisborne. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
Fantastic place to stay
"Our whanau stayed at the Verandah to attend our Kori’s 80th birthday. We had a large group staying so needed a big place. This property was awesome, it was big enough to easily accommodate us all comfortably, and we never felt as though we were tripping over each other. The house is very well appointed ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jun. 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
Gisborne Hospital
3.5/5(5 reviews)
If Gisborne Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne.
Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
4.5/5(8 reviews)
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.
Gisborne Harbour
4/5(101 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Kaiti Hill
4.5/5(47 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Kaiti Hill, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Tairawhiti Museum
4/5(12 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tairawhiti Museum in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art
4.5/5(4 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art during your trip to 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.
- Gisborne Hospital
- Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
- Kaiti Hill
- Tairawhiti Museum
- Eastwoodhill Arboretum
- Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art
- Bushmere Estate
- Okitu Beach
- Sunshine Brewery
- Gisborne Wine Centre
- Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana
- Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf
- Cook's Plaza
- Longbush Wines
- Titirangi Lookout
- Cook Observatory
- Midway Beach