Hotels in Gisborne (North Island, New Zealand)

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194 hotels in Gisborne

    Captain Cook Motor Lodge

    4 Stars

    Five minute walk to beach, Onsite restaurant and dining options

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    Waikanae Beach Motel

    3 Stars

    Five minute walk to shops, Self-contained kitchen facilities provided

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  3. Motel Oasis

    4 Stars

    Solar-heated pool and spa, Proximity to local Gisborne beaches

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  4. Travellers Inn Motel

    Recently Renovated and Clean Units, Near Gisborne Airport and Hospital

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  5. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

    4 Stars

    Swim in heated outdoor pool, Walk five minutes to city

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    Emerald Hotel

    4 Stars

    Scenic Views Of Gisborne Waterways, Central Location Near Gisborne Dining

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  7. Alfresco Motor Lodge

    4 Stars

    Private spa baths in select units, Proximity to Gisborne Park Golf

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  8. Portside Hotel

    4 Stars

    Central location near Gisborne attractions, On-site lap pool and gym

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  9. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn

    4 Stars

    Central Location Near Harbour Marina, Scenic River And Harbour Views

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  10. White Heron Motor Lodge

    4 Stars

    Relax in private spa baths, Reach city center in minutes

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    Colonial on Gladstone

    5 Stars

    Private outdoor seating areas, Proximity to Gisborne Airport

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  12. Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel

    4 Stars

    Direct Access to Waikanae Beach, Fully Equipped Kitchens in Apartments

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  13. Bella Vista Motel Gisborne

    4 Stars

    Local Restaurant Charge-Back Options, Proximity to Gisborne City Center

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  14. Tudor Park Motel

    4 Stars

    Convenient location near local dining, Self-contained units with full kitchens

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  15. BKs Palm Court Motor Lodge

    3 Stars

    Proximity to Gisborne city attractions, Flexible late night check-in

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  16. Teal Motor Lodge

    4 Stars

    Outdoor saltwater swimming pool access, Proximity to Gisborne City Centre

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  17. Ocean Beach Motor Lodge

    4 Stars

    On-site Mexican restaurant dining, Upgraded suites with spa baths

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  18. AhiKaa Gisborne Motel

    4 Stars

    Beachfront access across the road, On-site barbecue facilities for guests

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  19. Senator Motor Inn

    4 Stars

    Private balconies with harbour views, Walk to central Gisborne shops

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  20. Tatapouri Bay

    Beachfront Sunrise Views From Bed, Proximity To Gisborne City

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  21. Two Palms

    Waikanae Beach access within 300m, Continental breakfast options provided daily

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  22. Cedar House

    Outdoor Heated Pool and Jacuzzi, Historic 1909 Edwardian Mansion Setting

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  23. Whispering Sands Motel

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  24. Esplanade Townhouse

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  25. The Quarters Ocean-View Chalet

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    Matawhero Wines

    Exclusive vineyard accommodation, Scenic Gisborne vineyard location

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  27. Champers

    4 Stars
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  28. 950m To Cbd - Instant Book Tidy Unit

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  29. Wainui Absolute Beachfront Studio Unit

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  30. Tranquil Self-contained Cottage

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  31. Wainui Boardroom Chalet

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  32. Central and Affordable - Cute Art Deco

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  33. Recently Built Sunny Getaway

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  34. City Oasis

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  35. Lexs Guesthouse

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The World’s Easternmost City: It’s Gisborne

Stretching along the northern shores of Poverty Bay in north-eastern New Zealand, Gisborne may be somewhat off the beaten track but top notch beaches, Maori culture and heritage, and a seemingly endless supply of Chardonnay make it a popular tourist destination nonetheless. The city boasts a wide variety of accommodation options so whether you fancy bedding down in a simple but friendly B&B or want to splash out on a stay in one of the city’s upmarket hotels and luxury resorts, you’re sure to find the perfect spot to call home during your stay.

Beautiful Beaches

Gisborne’s status as the world’s most easterly city means that it is the first to greet the sun each morning. Locals recommend watching the sun rise from Wainui Beach (just ten minutes from the city). When you’ve soaked up the spectacular scene, be sure to check out the historic sperm whale grave or simply enjoy activities such as swimming, surfing and horse trekking. Surfers can also head to Sponge Bay, which at low tide offers access to Tuamotu Island. If you’re travelling with small children, you might want to stay closer to the amenities in the city centre. Waikanae Beach has the smallest surf in the area so the waters are typically excellent for little ones. Plus, the beach is patrolled. Midway Beach, also in the city centre, is another popular spot for families.

Gorgeous Green Spaces

In and around the city, you’ll find plenty of green spaces to enjoy. Many guests like to spend time at the Harry Barker Reserve and Alfred Cox Park although a more popular option is often to spend the day at the Gisborne Botanical Gardens. Set along the Taruheru River, this five-plus hectare park features an aviary, a children’s playground and rose and cactus collections. A 30-minute drive from Gisborne, the Eastwood Hill Arboretum is one of the region’s best-loved visitor attractions. Open daily (except Christmas Day), this 100-hectare park features the country’s largest collection of exotic shrubs and trees. And if you fancy really getting away from it all, the Te Urewera National Park (2.5 hours from the city) is as remote as it is rugged.

Culture and Heritage

Gisborne is a great place to immerse yourself in Maori heritage. Around 45 percent of the population is of Maori descent so it is still possible to find authentic Maori communities here, complete with performances of kapa haka to enjoy. Nonetheless, many visitors like to kick off their cultural experience by heading to Titirangi Hill, which is reported to be the landing point for the first Maori people to travel to the area from Tahiti, in a canoe-type vessel known as Horouta. From there, a trip to the Tairawhiti Museum (Stout Street) offers the chance to explore the region’s ancient and modern history as well as check out Maori artefacts dating back to the 1300s.

Pour Yourself a Glass

This city is one of New Zealand’s largest wine regions and has built itself quite the reputation as the country’s unofficial Chardonnay capital. Popular cellar doors on the Gisborne Wine Trail include the Millton Vineyards, Wright Wines, and Spade Oak. Many of the area’s wineries also have a restaurant so you can enjoy lunch while you down a few glasses of your favourite tipple. Good spots to combine lunch with wine include the Bushmere Estate and Poverty Bay’s 120-year-old stables. Before heading back to your hotel, be sure to finish off your wine tasting adventure with a trip to the Kirkpatrick Estate Winery where the north facing deck is the perfect spot to enjoy the late afternoon sun.

Celebrate Good Times

Gisborne plays host to a great many festivals and events so if you love to party, you’ve come to the right place. Music lovers can head to the likes of the Gisborne Cosmopolitan Club, Smash Palace Bar, and the Poverty Bay Club to catch local and touring bands. And if you prefer the performing arts, you can watch everything from ballet to comedy at the Gisborne War Memorial Theatre. In May, the city hosts the Gisborne Regional Wine Awards while, over the Labour weekend, the Gisborne Wine & Food Festival serves up gourmet treats, celebrity chefs and live entertainment. Visitors who are staying over the New Year period can attend the enormously popular Rhythm and Wines celebration on the Waiohika Estate.

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