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Our top choices for Gisborne Central hotels

A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

1. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (866 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is CA $125
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Emerald Hotel
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

2. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (451 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is CA $156
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Portside Hotel
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

3. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)
"Very accessible to town"
Australia
BEN
The price is CA $138
CA $158 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.

4. 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 CA $141
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Senator Motor Inn
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

5. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 0.8 km from Gisborne Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (395 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is CA $111
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Waikanae Beach Motel
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

6. 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, (381 reviews)
"Lovely"
Australia
Gaye
The price is CA $125
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
White Heron Motor Lodge
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

7. 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, (609 reviews)
"The cpt cooks is affordable clean and comfortable I would recommend this motel to all my friends"
Australia
Sylvia
The price is CA $107
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

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 CA $124
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Bella Vista Gisborne
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

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 CA $161
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Whispering Sands Motel
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

10. 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 CA $153
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Teal Motor Lodge
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

11. 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 CA $101
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

12. 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, (107 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is CA $132
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

13. Cedar House

Cedar House
4.0 star property
Whataupoko, 1 km from Gisborne Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a fabulous house beautifully presented. The hosts were amazing and helpful and friendly. Complimentary cake, chocolate and drink was above and beyond along with a nice breakfast daily too."
New Zealand
Andrea
The price is CA $179
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Cedar House
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

14. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.2 km from Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"Our room was very clean. Shower was awesome. Kitchen was great. We got an upgrade in our room which was a bonus."
Australia
Raina
The price is CA $105
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Travellers Inn Motel
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

15. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 4.1 km from Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (516 reviews)
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Australia
Shixu
The price is CA $101
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

16. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 2.6 km from Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is CA $103
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

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 CA $115
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Tudor Park Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

18. 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 CA $107
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Colonial on Gladstone
A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

19. 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 CA $149
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Ocean Beach Wainui
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

20. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 7.4 km from Gisborne Central
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is CA $298
CA $344 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Matawhero Wines
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Where to stay in Gisborne Central

Find the best Gisborne Central areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gisborne Central
Learn more about Gisborne Central
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, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill are top sights worth seeing.
A coastal landscape with mountains, a clear blue sea, and a forested area.

Te Hapara

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Te Hapara and surrounding area, you can visit Midway Beach and Tairawhiti Museum.

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.
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 Kiwa Pools Gisborne.

Top Gisborne Central Hotel Reviews

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was on point I especially liked the little touches, like a hand towel in the kitchenette and milk, coffee & water being replaced daily. My only dislike was on arrival, the Communication about room where to park etc was difficult to understand."
Briony 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Alfresco Motor Lodge

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 Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art 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.
What is there to do in this Gisborne neighborhood?
Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art, Gisborne Botanic Gardens, and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are just a few attractions to check out in Gisborne Central. Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Sunshine Brewery 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 Waikanae Beach. While you're out sightseeing, Statue of Young Nick and Captain Cook Statue are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.