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17 Sept - 18 Sept

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18 Sept - 19 Sept

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18 Sept - 20 Sept

Next weekend

25 Sept - 27 Sept

Our top choices for Gisborne beach hotels

A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dark coffee table, and a kitchen area with white cabinets and a microwave.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a dark blue quilted bedspread and white linens. There are two wall-mounted light fixtures above the beds, and a window with sheer curtains to the left.

A hotel with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

1. White Heron Motor Lodge

Te Hapara

RM383

RM441 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

A kitchen with a double sink, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A bathroom with a toilet, a glass shower enclosure, and a sink with a mirror.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and trees.

2. Travellers Inn Motel

Te Hapara

Unwind just a 4-minute drive from sandy shores at this traditional motel, where comfortable beds and water adventures await.

RM318

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and a window with a view.

A modern, well-lit room with a dining area, a sofa, and a bed.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a toilet, and a sink.

3. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Awapuni

Coastal getaway with white sand beach access, where surfing and hiking trails meet peaceful accommodation and helpful staff.

RM321

RM370 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a pitcher, and a view of a mountain.

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella.

4. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Tamarau

RM296

RM341 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

A balcony with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water and a dock with boats.

A view from a window with metal bars, overlooking a grassy area with a pool, a dock with boats, and a large ship in the distance.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and potted plants.

5. Portside Hotel

Gisborne Central

RM479

RM551 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A coastal view with a wooden fence, a grassy area, and a distant sailboat on the water.

A tennis court with a wooden fence, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.

A modern bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a bed, a sofa, and a glass table.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wicker chair, and a metal chair.

6. Waikanae Beach Motel

Awapuni

RM337

RM387 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

A modern living room with a glass table, black leather chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with blinds.

A hallway with a series of windows featuring a grid pattern of reflective glass panes.

7. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Gisborne Central

Relax by Gisborne's white sandy shores, just a quick 2-minute drive from this comfortable inner-city motel with daily housekeeping.

RM402

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

A hotel reception with a clear archway, a sign above the entrance, and two large potted plants with red and white flowers.

8. Ocean Beach Wainui

Wainui

Unwind near pristine Wainui Beach, where hiking and snorkelling adventures await.

RM460

RM529 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Gisborne

Pool

Breakfast included

4 stars

5 stars

All-inclusive

Beach hotels with pools in Gisborne

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a pitcher, and a view of a mountain.

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella.

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Tamarau

RM296

RM341 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

A balcony with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water and a dock with boats.

A view from a window with metal bars, overlooking a grassy area with a pool, a dock with boats, and a large ship in the distance.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and potted plants.

Portside Hotel

Gisborne Central

RM479

RM551 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

A tennis court with a wooden fence, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wicker chair, and a metal chair.

Waikanae Beach Motel

Awapuni

RM337

RM387 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

A marina with boats docked, a bridge, and a hill with trees in the background.

A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the city and hills.

A modern building with multiple floors, a parking area, and a grassy area with a water body in the foreground.

Emerald Hotel

Gisborne Central

RM363

RM418 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A staircase with a stained glass window featuring geometric patterns and a clock.

A two-story house with a balcony and a garage.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a TV.

Cedar House

Whataupoko

RM538

RM618 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

A hammock on a beach with a sunset in the background.

A woman sitting at a table with a television displaying 'NEWS LIVE' in a modern room with large windows and a view of greenery outside.

A building with a wooden facade, large windows, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

Teal Motor Lodge

Te Hapara

RM458

RM527 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

A modern two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with white cabinets and blue backsplash.

A beach with clear blue skies, sandy shore, and tall trees.

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Awapuni

RM321

RM369 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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4-star beach hotels in Gisborne

A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

A hotel with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a dark blue quilted bedspread and white linens. There are two wall-mounted light fixtures above the beds, and a window with sheer curtains to the left.

A hotel named White Heron with a sign indicating 'EXIT ONLY' on the side.

White Heron Motor Lodge

Te Hapara

RM383

RM441 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

A balcony with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water and a dock with boats.

A view from a window with metal bars, overlooking a grassy area with a pool, a dock with boats, and a large ship in the distance.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and potted plants.

Portside Hotel

Gisborne Central

RM479

RM551 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a pitcher, and a view of a mountain.

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella.

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Tamarau

RM296

RM341 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

A hotel reception with a clear archway, a sign above the entrance, and two large potted plants with red and white flowers.

Ocean Beach Wainui

Wainui

RM460

RM529 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and a window with a view.

A modern, well-lit room with a dining area, a sofa, and a bed.

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Awapuni

RM321

RM370 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

A modern living room with a glass table, black leather chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with blinds.

A hallway with a series of windows featuring a grid pattern of reflective glass panes.

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Gisborne Central

RM402

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

A marina with boats docked, a bridge, and a hill with trees in the background.

A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the city and hills.

A modern building with multiple floors, a parking area, and a grassy area with a water body in the foreground.

Emerald Hotel

Gisborne Central

RM363

RM418 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a built-in oven.

A motel with a red-tiled roof, a signboard, and a parking area.

A parking lot with several cars, a building with a red roof, and a clear blue sky.

Bella Vista Gisborne

Te Hapara

RM373

RM429 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A staircase with a stained glass window featuring geometric patterns and a clock.

A two-story house with a balcony and a garage.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a TV.

Cedar House

Whataupoko

RM538

RM618 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

A hammock on a beach with a sunset in the background.

A woman sitting at a table with a television displaying 'NEWS LIVE' in a modern room with large windows and a view of greenery outside.

A building with a wooden facade, large windows, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

Teal Motor Lodge

Te Hapara

RM458

RM527 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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Top Gisborne Hotel Reviews

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Great staff and very spacious"

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

8/10 Good

"Price was a bit on thd high side for what you got. No Sky TV had to find somewhere else to watch the Rugby Test match."

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed here before when it was a 24 hour hotel. Beautiful, large rooms. Mine was completely updated, because of competition it is now room only and a 12 hour reception. But my suite was huge, cheap.beautiful balcony onto river and just a fantastic family space. Glass lift. I have stayed in portside which is nice but i loved my couple of nights in the Emerald."

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Always a go-to. Convenient, comfortable, good value."

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was very clean. Shower was awesome. Kitchen was great. We got an upgrade in our room which was a bonus."

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, and friendly staff"

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

8/10 Good

"Very accessible to town"

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay in Wainui Beach. The location was perfect, just a very short walk from the beach, which made it ideal for watching the sunrise. The room was clean, comfortable and had everything I needed. Peaceful area and a great place to relax after a long day of driving. I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended."

Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne

10/10 Excellent

"Located is perfect and the room is very clean.The staff is very helpful"

Frequently asked questions

What is Gisborne like for travellers who love the beach?

Known for its beaches, Gisborne offers a lot for the traveller planning a beach getaway.

What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Gisborne?

Ocean Beach Wainui is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 3-minute walk of Wainui Beach . Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park is another good option for your beach trip.

When's the best time for a beach holiday in Gisborne?

You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in Gisborne: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Gisborne is 1064 mm.

What is there to see and do around Gisborne?

After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Midway Beach or Wainui Beach. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Harbour. You can also pay a visit to Kaiti Hill or Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House for more to see and do.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Gisborne?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Gisborne with ease. To get to Gisborne, book a flight to Gisborne (GIS), the closest major airport, which is located 1.9 mi (3 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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