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Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is situated on Waikanae Beach, just a 10-minute walk from Gisborne city centre. It offers stunning panoramic views across Poverty Bay, with Young Nick's Head and Kaiti Hill standing in the distance. Gisborne is a fabulous city and Whispering Sands does it’s part, the amenities were great. Close to everything.

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9
Superb
658 reviews
Price from
US$148
per night

White Heron Motor Lodge is just 2 minutes' drive from the centre of Gisborne and 7 minutes' drive from the beach and the airport. The property offers a range of accommodation types, all with access to unlimited free WiFi. Room was clean, bed comfy, shower and spa very nice. And the lady at reception was very friendly. This is how all accommodations should be.

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9.1
Superb
692 reviews
Price from
US$119
per night

Ocean Beach Motel offers comfortable accommodation in Wainui Beach, just 5 minutes’ drive from the Gisborne city centre. It features barbecue facilities and free Wi-Fi internet

Ocean Beach is located less than 10 minutes’ drive from a number of Gisborne wineries. The Zephyr Cafe is across the road from the motel. The Tairawhiti Museum is a 9-minute drive away. We did not have any breakfast as we left very early, but the host was a very charming lady whom we loved instantly. She made our very short stay extremely comfortable.

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9.2
Superb
372 reviews
Price from
US$130
per night

Set in a private garden, Tudor Park Motel Spacious with kitchens 1 minute walk to restaurant and shopping centre and Gisborne Hospital offers self-contained accommodation with free WiFi. Located away from the main road, opposite the Gisborne hospital. For a quick overnight stay, this motel was perfect. Check-in was fast and friendly, the room was clean and comfortable, and the location was incredibly convenient. It was exactly what I needed for a short stopover.

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9
Superb
771 reviews
Price from
US$110
per night

BKs Palm Court Motor Lodge is a 5-minute drive from Gisborne Beach and Gisborne’s town centre. It offers barbecue facilities, free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access.

BKs Palm Court Motor Lodge is 2.7 km from Gisborne Airport and 1.4 km from Poverty Bay Golf Club. It is 2.4 km from Gisborne Olympic Pool Complex. Staff were friendly and allowed us parking with a trailer in their large parking area. Clean and quiet room. Restaurant next door looks good but didn't try. Definitely reccomend BKs to anyone staying in Gisborne.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,036 reviews
Price from
US$108
per night

Captain Cook Motor Lodge offers modern ground-floor studios and apartments with free Wi-Fi access. Free on-site parking is available. All rooms offer a TV with over 50 cable channels.

The motel is a 10-minute walk from Gisborne City Centre and a 5-minute drive from Poverty Bay Golf Club. It is within a 10-minute drive of Gisborne Airport, Titirangi Domain and a 5 minute walk to Waikanae Beach, a popular surfing destination. It was close to town, and also has private parking right outside your room.

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8.3
Very good
1,139 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

Located in Gisborne, The Headland Lodge offers a shared lounge. The motel provides both free WiFi and free private parking.

Gisborne Airport is 17 km away. Cool little lodge, friendly staff, very comfy and a super big kitchen. Bathrooms are clean, rooms are fine

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8.8
Fabulous
147 reviews
Price from
US$68
per night

Boasting a garden, Sunnydays Motel is set in Gisborne. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. At the motel the rooms come with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a patio with a garden view. Staff were friendly Beds were comfy room was tidy

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8.5
Very good
132 reviews
Price from
US$91
per night

Located in the centre of Te Hapara, this motel offers a children’s playground for the whole family to enjoy. Free WiFi is provided.

At Travellers Inn Motel you can prepare a meal using the on-site barbecue facilities. Daily maid service and free parking are available. Great facilities. Super clean, well equipped kitchen. We also made use of the bbq (needs a little bit of maintenance but does the job)

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8.7
Fabulous
109 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

Guests at Senator Motor Inn enjoy free Wi-Fi and lovely harbour views from their private balcony. The property is a 2-minute walk from various bars, cafes and restaurants.

Your spacious, air-conditioned room features a kitchenette with a microwave and refrigerator. The seating area offers a 2-person sofa and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The en suite bathroom has a hairdryer and shower. Compact kitchen area with all you need to make breakfast. Good location to restaurants and the roads to other areas . Very friendly helpful staff.

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8.8
Fabulous
135 reviews
Price from
US$137
per night

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