Title: Whispering Sands Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=1327&destination=Gisborne%2C+Gisborne+District%2C+New+Zealand&selected=95249478&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Whispering Sands Motel ## Photo gallery for Whispering Sands Motel ![Exterior - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95249500/95249478/7ec7e058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95249500/95249478/208078f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95249500/95249478/592b8c82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95249500/95249478/a1f51dc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Apartment, Balcony, Sea View | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95249500/95249478/6606b208.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Whispering Sands Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bathroomSleeps 2462.8 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - Outdoor space - Housekeeping £108 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Whispering Sands Motel Along with laundry facilities, this apartment building has a garden and free self-parking. The apartment features a kitchen with a stovetop and a microwave, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Added amenities include a balcony, an electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee. This apartment offers 15 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On a white sand beach ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Tea bags/instant coffee ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Daily housekeeping - Guidebooks - Iron/ironing board - Limited-hour front desk - Local maps - Luggage storage - Restaurant dining guides ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Whispering Sands Gisborne Whispering Sands Motel Gisborne Whispering Sands Motel Apartment Whispering Sands Motel Apartment Gisborne ## About the area Located on the beach, this apartment is in Awapuni, a neighbourhood in Gisborne. Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Titirangi Reserve and Longbush Reserve. Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Cook Observatory are also worth visiting. [Visit our Gisborne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gisborne.dx1327) [View more Apartments in Gisborne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gisborne-Apartments.d1327-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.67028%2C178.01479&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bdsU5zL6xG450uiCli-v_yGwYdM=) 22 Salisbury Rd, Gisborne, Gisborne, 4010 ### What's nearby - Sunshine Brewing Company 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Midway Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Gisborne Harbour 2 min drive \- 0.9 miles - Tairawhiti Museum 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Eastwoodhill Arboretum 3 min drive \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Gisborne (GIS) 5 min drive ### Restaurants - Burger King 16 min walk - Tatapouri Fishing Club 2 min drive - Columbus 18 min walk - Gisborne Deli 14 min walk - Tahu 11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Whispering Sands Motel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Sands Motel? ### How much is parking at Whispering Sands Motel? ### What time is check-in at Whispering Sands Motel? ### What time is check-out at Whispering Sands Motel? ### Where is Whispering Sands Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Whispering Sands Motel Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Amenities ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry 3 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing location and host. ##### Terry Stayed 1 night in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication Great place to stay, excellent views from the room, retro aesthetic works well, friendly staff, large rooms close to everything we needed. ##### Alex Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deanna 21 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Perfect location on the beach. Lovely staff ##### Deanna Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy A 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Staff was so kind, courteous, and helpful. Will make this our place anytime we come to Gisborne. Also appreciated the EcoKabs for their great taxi services. ##### Randy A Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 28 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Loved it. Kids loved it. Had a 2 bed apartment upstairs with a balcony that looked over the beach. Such a beautiful view. Would definitely stay again. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allan 5 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We had an upstairs room looking out over the bay. It is a strange arrangement with the bathroom room and small galley kitchen between the living room and bedroom and accessible from both. However it works just fine. The person on reception was very friendly and helpful. The motel is right on the beach and boardwalk and a 10 minute walk into town. Thoroughly recomment if staying in Gisborne. ##### Allan Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Canan 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great location, great attention to detail. ##### Canan Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil 26 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication What a great idea to choose this property! The room was clean and comfortable and we didn’t need the heat pump at all. The little kitchen had everything we needed. The sea view was something else to behold. Would have loved to stay longer. We will be back! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1ccf531b-0d51-4b8a-9e42-e7ef874e1c98-1758927921739.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cfae0cfa-8d9a-410c-855a-7259b6201b5b-1758927921687.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Neil Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Kristy 24 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Liked location to the beach. Didn't like the shower and a bit dated. ##### Kristy Stayed 1 night in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 12 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Weights to bottom of shower curtin would stop it touching you eent showering. Next upgrade suggest increasing brd size. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/da3d3685-3593-464c-9144-a22b9d23779b-1765511057879.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4d008cff-5ab9-423c-b2f8-624b9fcab2b1-1765511057729.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Rajnit 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Rajnit Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gavin 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Gavin Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allan 8 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Allan Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ---