Best Gisborne Hotels
🏨Here are some hot spots in Gisborne and top picks for places to stay - each with its own vibe to match your travel style!
1. Tudor Park Motel
• You’ll find rooms between $86 and $191 per night—with a solid 9/10 rating from 44 happy guests.
• You’ll love standout features like Golf course, Public parking, and Wi-Fi in public areas.
2. Emerald Hotel
• You’ll find rooms between $81 and $151 per night—with a solid 7.7/10 rating from 101 happy guests.
• Travelers can’t get enough of Outdoor swimming pool, Surfing, and top-notch Private parking!
3. Waikanae Beach Motel
• Score your stay for just $86 to $143! Rated 8.4/10 based on 68 reviews.
• Super close to F45 Training Gisborne (just 0.15 km away)!
4. Portside Hotel Gisborne
• You’ll find rooms between $133 and $349 per night—with a solid 8.7/10 rating from 91 happy guests.
• Just 0.17 km from Te Wai O Hiharore—super convenient!
5. Motel Oasis
• You’ll find rooms between $75 and $120 per night—with a solid 9.1/10 rating from 82 happy guests.
• Conveniently located just 0.48 km from Heath Johnston Park.
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Trip.com brings you a curated list of top accommodations in Gisborne, complete with reviews, price insights, and amenity highlights, making it easy to find the perfect place to stay.
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90
Hotels in Tamarau,Gisborne
Outdoor swimming pool
Private parking
Luggage storage
+4
"I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was clean, spacious, and well-appointed, with a very comfortable bed and modern amenities. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my visit, always ready with a smile and great local recommendations. I especially appreciated the central location — it made exploring the city so convenient. Breakfast was fresh and offered a good variety of options. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and I would definitely stay here again."
Great
82 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
From $73
63
Hotels in Matawhero,Gisborne
Public parking
Wi-Fi in public areas
With a stay at Matawhero Wines in Gisborne (Matawhero), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Matawhero Wines and 6 minutes from Bushmere Estate. This vacation home is 4 mi (6.5 km) from Millton and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from East Coast Museum of Technology.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an attached winery or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 4 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Great
7 reviews
9.3/10
1 night
From $208
99+
Hotels in Te Hapara,Gisborne
Golf course
Surfing
Parking
+4
"Very tidy and clean, chose the bigger room this time really suitable for the family. Definitely chose again in future. Super quite as well so really nice with the family"
Very Good
54 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From $81
99+
Hotels in Awapuni,Gisborne
Golf course
Private beach area
Diving
+5
"Good location, close to the seaside trail, warm and thoughtful staff"
Very Good
68 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From $82
99+
Hotels in Lytton West,Gisborne
Golf course
Public parking
Wi-Fi in public areas
"Very good, the practical consideration of services and facilities is very thoughtful. Except for the sound of the next door, they are all very good, but everyone is very conscious that they won't be noisy when the time comes."
Great
45 reviews
9.0/10
1 night
From $84
91
Hotels in Gisborne
Outdoor swimming pool
Surfing
Private parking
+1
"good hotel, tidy and clean, even have small kitchen in the hotel room"
Very Good
90 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From $120
99+
Hotels in Awapuni,Gisborne
Golf course
Surfing
Private parking
+5
"I stayed at Captain Cook Motor Lodge and found it to be tidy and comfortable — a good option for basic accommodation. The check-in process was smooth and straightforward, which made everything easy. Overall, a pleasant and hassle-free stay."
Very Good
102 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From $80
49
Hotels in Awapuni,Gisborne
Golf course
Private parking
Luggage storage
+1
With a stay at Ahikaa Gisborne Motel in Gisborne (Awapuni), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Sunshine Brewing Company and Midway Beach. This motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Captain Cook Statue.
Take in the views from a garden.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Very Good
1 review
8.5/10
1 night
From $129
44
Hotels in Te Hapara,Gisborne
Golf course
Private parking
Luggage storage
+1
"我們訂的是兩房一廳，三大兩小入住，總共有5張床。廚房煮食設施齊全，美中不足的是房間煮食時沒有抽氣爐。房間裏面有螞蟻，感覺不太舒服，位置也比較偏遠Gisborne市中心，如果沒有開車的不建議選擇。值得一提的是那邊有免費的洗衣和乾衣服務，road trip中途站可以洗洗衣服蠻方便。"
Very Good
97 reviews
8.8/10
1 night
From $85
37
Hotels in Gisborne
Parking
Wi-Fi in public areas
Located in Waituhi, this cabin is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Kirkpatrick Estate Winery and Bushmere Estate. This cabin is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Matawhero Wines and 7 mi (11.2 km) from Millton.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, featuring a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and a microwave. A flat-screen television with digital programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Outstanding
10/10
1 night
From $132
Trip.com's insights for hotels in Gisborne
Plan smarter with Trip.com’s data-backed insights on travel seasons so that you can book your Gisborne hotel at the right time!
Which month offers the lowest hotel rates in Gisborne?
October is the most affordable month to book a hotel in Gisborne, with average nightly rates around $105. Prices peak in March, when rates reach about $162 per night.
(Based on Trip.com data from April 13, 2025 to April 13, 2026.)
(Based on Trip.com data from April 13, 2025 to April 13, 2026.)
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$111
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$139
May
$148
Jun
$114
Jul
$132
Aug
$108
Sep
$105
Oct
$108
Nov
$140
Dec
$132
Jan
$158
Feb
$162
Mar
What is the cheapest day of the week for hotels in Gisborne?
Hotel rates in Gisborne are typically lowest on Sunday, with average nightly rates around $108. Wednesday tends to be the most expensive, averaging $166 per night.
(Based on Trip.com data from April 13, 2025 to April 13, 2026.)
(Based on Trip.com data from April 13, 2025 to April 13, 2026.)
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$136
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$166
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$113
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$150
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$130
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$108
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7.7/10
99 reviewEmerald Hotel
Hotel near Gisborne
A popular choice among guests booking hotels in Gisborne
A stay at Emerald Hotel places you in the heart of Gisborne, steps from Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and 4 minutes by foot from Longbush Wines. This luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gisborne Harbour and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gisborne Wine Centre.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace.
Featured amenities include a business center, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 49 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
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8.9/10
48 reviewSenator Motor Inn
Hotel near Gisborne
A popular choice among guests booking hotels in Gisborne
With a stay at Senator Motor Inn in Gisborne (Gisborne Central), you'll be steps from Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and 7 minutes by foot from Longbush Wines. This motel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Captain Cook Statue and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Gisborne Harbour.
This motel offers designated smoking areas.
Continental breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and cribs/infant beds (complimentary) can be requested.
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8.3/10
4 reviewColonial on Gladstone
Hotel near Te Hapara, Gisborne
A popular choice among guests booking hotels in Gisborne
Located in Gisborne (Te Hapara), Colonial on Gladstone is within a 5-minute drive of Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum. This motel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Presbyterian Church and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Gisborne Hospital.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.4/10
55 reviewWaikanae Beach Top 10 Holiday Park
Hotel near Awapuni, Gisborne
A popular choice among guests booking hotels in Gisborne
With a stay at Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park in Gisborne (Awapuni), you'll be steps from Sunshine Brewing Company and 5 minutes by foot from Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf. This beach holiday park is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Captain Cook Statue and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Statue of Young Nick.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including outdoor tennis courts, an indoor pool, and a waterslide. Additional features at this holiday park include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 44 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
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9.0/10
15 reviewOcean Beach Wainui
Hotel near Wainui, Gisborne
A popular choice among guests booking hotels in Gisborne
With a stay at Ocean Beach Wainui in Gisborne (Wainui), you'll be a short 3-minute walk from Wainui Beach and within 2 minutes by car from Okitu Beach. This beach hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Makorori Headland Trailhead and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include babysitting (surcharge), a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include ceiling fans and in-room child care (surcharge), and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.5/10
19 reviewTeal Motor Lodge
Hotel near Te Hapara, Gisborne
A popular choice among guests booking hotels in Gisborne
Located in Gisborne (Te Hapara), Teal Motor Lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens. This motel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Tairawhiti Museum and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Gisborne Harbour.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Take advantage of the motel's room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. 32-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and complimentary weekday newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.9/10
27 reviewBK's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Hotel near Te Hapara, Gisborne
A popular choice among guests booking hotels in Gisborne
Located in Gisborne (Te Hapara), Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge is within a 5-minute drive of Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum. This motel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Presbyterian Church and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Gisborne Botanic Gardens.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Take advantage of the motel's room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 32-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature jetted bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.7/10
101 reviewPacific Harbour Motor Inn
Hotel near Gisborne
A popular choice among guests booking hotels in Gisborne
With a stay at Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne in Gisborne (Gisborne Central), you'll be steps from Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and 6 minutes by foot from Gisborne Harbour. This motel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Longbush Wines and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Captain Cook Statue.
This motel offers designated smoking areas.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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9.3/10
61 reviewWhite Heron Motor Lodge
Hotel near Te Hapara, Gisborne
A popular choice among guests booking hotels in Gisborne
With a stay at White Heron Motor Lodge in Gisborne (Te Hapara), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum. This motel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Presbyterian Church and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Gisborne Botanic Gardens.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. 50-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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FAQs About Gisborne Hotels
What are the best places to stay in Gisborne?
Some of the best places to stay in Gisborne are near popular attractions like Tairawhiti Museum and InterCity Gisborne Bus Stop, offering easy access to key sights and amenities.
What are the top hotels in Gisborne near Tairawhiti Museum?
Some of the top hotels in Gisborne near Tairawhiti Museum include Emerald Hotel (from $81), Portside Hotel Gisborne (from $133) and Captain Cook Motor Lodge (from $90), all offering easy access to Tairawhiti Museum, making them ideal for visitors looking to explore the area.
Which hotels are the best hotels to stay at in Gisborne?
Gisborne has many popular hotels. Whether you're looking for a business stay or a vacation hotel, Tudor Park Motel (from $86), Emerald Hotel (from $81) and Waikanae Beach Motel (from $86) are best choices.
What are the best hotels with a spa in Gisborne?
Plan a peaceful trip? Spa can be a wonderful experience when traveling. White Heron Motor Lodge (from $106) provides highly rated spa services.
What hotels in Gisborne provide swimming pools?
Emerald Hotel (from $81), Portside Hotel Gisborne (from $133) and Motel Oasis (from $75) are hotels with swimming pools. Book now and enjoy your swimming pool!
Which hotels in Gisborne have the best breakfast?
Captain Cook Motor Lodge (from $90),Motel Oasis (from $75) and Senator Motor Inn (from $124) offer high-quality breakfast. Enjoy your wonderful journey with delicious breakfast!
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Weekday Avg. Price
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$176
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