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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, (864 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is NT$2,924
NT$3,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Emerald Hotel
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.

2. 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 NT$3,549
NT$4,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Senator Motor Inn
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, (564 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is NT$3,233
NT$3,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

4. 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 NT$3,853
NT$4,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Portside Hotel
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

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 NT$3,086
NT$3,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
White Heron Motor Lodge
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

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, (606 reviews)
"The cpt cooks is affordable clean and comfortable I would recommend this motel to all my friends"
Australia
Sylvia
The price is NT$2,586
NT$2,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

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 NT$2,674
NT$3,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Waikanae Beach Motel
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

8. 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 NT$3,690
NT$4,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Teal Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

9. 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 NT$3,004
NT$3,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Bella Vista Gisborne
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

10. 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 NT$3,102
NT$3,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

11. 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 NT$2,968
NT$3,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Whispering Sands Motel
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

12. 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 NT$2,436
NT$2,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

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 NT$2,585
NT$2,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Travellers Inn Motel
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

14. 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 NT$2,707
NT$3,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Tudor Park Motel
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

15. 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 NT$4,370
NT$5,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Cedar House
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

16. 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 NT$2,390
NT$2,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

17. 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 NT$2,563
NT$2,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
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 NT$2,674
NT$3,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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 NT$3,206
NT$3,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
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, (9 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is NT$6,642
NT$7,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
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.
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 10 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 Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art 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?
Gisborne Botanic Gardens, Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art, and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are just a few attractions to check out in Gisborne Central. Sunshine Brewery 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.