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 Gisborne Botanic Gardens, 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 Harbour.

Kaiti
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Gisborne Central

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

Gisborne Central
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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.

Okitu
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Outer Kaiti

Outer Kaiti might not have many top sights, but Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Tairawhiti Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Outer Kaiti
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040, Gisborne
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (743 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Emerald Hotel
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay, Gisborne
The price is £94 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£94
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (409 reviews)
"Was a beautiful quiet place for a solo work female traveller. Lovely staff . Great kitchen."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Portside Hotel
Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel

3 out of 5
19 Salisbury Road, Gisborne
The price is £69 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£69
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (330 reviews)
"A lovely stay. Very friendly and helpful advice when asking for dining suggestions. Rooms very clean and tidy."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Waikanae Beach Motel
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 4-star 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! (409 reviews)
"Was a beautiful quiet place for a solo work female traveller. Lovely staff . Great kitchen."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 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! (98 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

The Verandah at Gisborne
Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines

3 out of 5
186 Riverpoint Road,, Gisborne,, Gisborne, Gisborne
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly holiday home in Gisborne. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Matawhero Wines and Bushmere ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Outstanding! A beautiful, relaxing place to stay. Our separate modern cabin was facing the vineyards. Quiet, comfortable. We walked the vineyards, enjoyed wine tastings. Perfect place. Amazing hospitality."

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025

Matawhero Wines
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.

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