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Our top choices for Gisborne Central hotels

Executive Suite, River View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

1. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (861 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is ￥14,380
￥16,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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 ￥18,384
￥21,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
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 ￥18,813
￥21,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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, (563 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is ￥15,585
￥17,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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 ￥16,544
￥19,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
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 ￥13,568
￥15,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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, (392 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is ￥14,089
￥16,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Waikanae Beach Motel
Compact Queen Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

8. 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 ￥14,408
￥16,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Bella Vista Gisborne
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)
"Amazing location and host."
Australia
Terry
The price is ￥15,594
￥18,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Whispering Sands Motel
Property grounds

10. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 2.6 km from Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is ￥11,987
￥13,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio

11. 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 ￥13,382
￥15,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Tudor Park Motel
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

12. 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 ￥12,496
￥14,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Unit 12: Access wheelchair unit | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

13. 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 ￥12,593
￥14,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Travellers Inn Motel
Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. 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 ￥13,291
￥15,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Colonial on Gladstone
1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view

15. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 5.2 km from Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (171 reviews)
"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."
Australia
Kelvin
The price is ￥16,826
￥19,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Ocean Beach Wainui
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

16. 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 ￥35,977
￥41,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Matawhero Wines
Spa

17. 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 ￥13,198
￥15,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Beach nearby

18. 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 ￥12,476
￥14,436 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

19. 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 ￥15,418
￥17,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool

20. 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 ￥17,972
￥20,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Teal Motor Lodge
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Where to stay in Gisborne Central

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

Wainui

Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.

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

If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Kaiti Hill and Gisborne Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

Whataupoko

While Whataupoko might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.

Outer Kaiti

While Outer Kaiti isn't home to many top sights, Tairawhiti Museum and Okitu Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

While visiting Awapuni, you might make a stop by sights like Midway Beach and Sunshine Brewing Company.

Top Gisborne Central Hotel Reviews

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."
Kelvin 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Ocean Beach Wainui

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Gisborne Central?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Gisborne's Gisborne Central neighborhood. Be sure to check out Sunshine Brewery and Gisborne Botanic Gardens as part of your Gisborne Central travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Gisborne Central?
Based on our traveler 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 should I expect to find in the Gisborne Central area?
Expedia has 7 Gisborne Central hotels and other accommodations, 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! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Gisborne Central.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Gisborne Central?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Gisborne Central, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do in this Gisborne neighborhood?
Sunshine Brewery, Gisborne Botanic Gardens, 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 to visit in the neighborhood. 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.