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Gisborne Hotel Guide. Hotels in Gisborne Central, Gisborne, New Zealand

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Our top choices for Gisborne Central hotels

Executive Suite, River View

1. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (858 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Emerald Hotel
Outdoor pool

2. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Portside Hotel
Pool

3. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Handy location and spacious"
Australia
Michelle
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Senator Motor Inn
Exterior

4. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (562 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Reception

5. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 0.9 km from Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (377 reviews)
"This was an excellent choice = quiet, spacious rooms and close to town centre and eateries."
New Zealand
John
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
White Heron Motor Lodge
Front of property – evening/night

6. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 0.7 km from Gisborne Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (604 reviews)
"Nice and clean friendly staff"
Australia
Murray
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Front of property – evening/night

7. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 0.8 km from Gisborne Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (391 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Waikanae Beach Motel
Unit 12: Access wheelchair unit

8. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.2 km from Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"Staff made this stay lovely - offered to take our bags, provided complimentary milk for tea, coffee and hot chocolate, pointed to nearest food and area amenities. Very friendly. The room was warm cozy, with enough space for my husband and I and our 8 year old son. Perfect for our needs. Would stay here again."
Australia
Brigita
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Travellers Inn Motel
Exterior

9. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 0.9 km from Gisborne Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Fabulous"
Australia
Maree
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Whispering Sands Motel
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

10. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 0.8 km from Gisborne Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Staff are brilliant, pools great, rooms clean & tidy, location amazing, what more could you want. We are booked in again on our way back"
New Zealand
Peter
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
One Queen Bed

11. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 1 km from Gisborne Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Located is perfect and the room is very clean.The staff is very helpful"
Australia
Teleise
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Bella Vista Gisborne
Beach nearby

12. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 4.1 km from Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (513 reviews)
"Cleanest hotel ever stayed in most amazing staff fair price ... this is the place to stay 👌"
Australia
Kelby
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Outdoor pool

13. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 0.9 km from Gisborne Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Always find The Teal a Cosy stay, Friendly staff and Great Location. Love that you can wash & dry clothes here too."
Australia
Damion
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Teal Motor Lodge
Property grounds

14. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 2.6 km from Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (356 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette

15. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2 km from Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds

16. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.2 km from Gisborne Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Colonial on Gladstone
Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio

17. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 3.2 km from Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Tudor Park Motel
1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view

18. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 5.2 km from Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (169 reviews)
"What a wicked place to stay for couples. A Mexican restaurant onsite was a plus but the hot tub right by the bed was mean. The receptionist was lovely will definitely come back here"
Australia
Oriwa
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Ocean Beach Wainui
Spa

19. Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
2.0 star property
11 km from Gisborne Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Perfect place to unwind and have a relaxing time by the beach 🏖️"
Australia
Jess
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

20. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 7.4 km from Gisborne Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is €207
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Matawhero Wines
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Where to stay in Gisborne Central

Find the best Gisborne Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.

Wainui

Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

A coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea, a small island, and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

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.

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.

A paved walkway along a grassy area with a view of a body of water and distant mountains.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Awapuni

If you're spending some time in Awapuni, Midway Beach and Sunshine Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

Top Gisborne Central Hotel Reviews

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

8/10 Good
"The bed was very uncomfortable."
Warwick 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Gisborne Central?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Gisborne's Gisborne Central neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Sunshine Brewery as part of your Gisborne Central travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Gisborne Central?
Based on our traveller data, Emerald Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Gisborne Central. This hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Portside Hotel and Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne.
How many hotels will I find in the Gisborne Central area?
Expedia has 7 Gisborne Central hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Gisborne area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gisborne Central, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Gisborne Central.
What is there to do in this Gisborne neighbourhood?
Gisborne Botanic Gardens, Sunshine Brewery and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are just a few attractions to check out in Gisborne Central. Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Gisborne Central include Sunshine Brewing Company, Tairawhiti Museum and Statue of Young Nick. While you're out sightseeing, Captain Cook Statue and Longbush Wines are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.