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Senator Motor Inn

Property class: 3.5

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A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a marina at dusk. - Senator Motor Inn (Gisborne)
A two-story hotel with a 'SENATOR' sign, large windows, and outdoor seating visible. - Senator Motor Inn (Gisborne)
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of a marina through a glass door. - Senator Motor Inn (Gisborne)
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a glass shelf above it. There's a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV on a stand. The room has a large window with a view of a marina. - Senator Motor Inn (Gisborne)
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background. - Senator Motor Inn (Gisborne)
Senator Motor Inn provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of a marina through a glass door.

Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a kitchenette in the background.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Senator Motor Inn is in Gisborne Central, a neighborhood in Gisborne. Captain Cook Statue and Statue of Young Nick are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Longbush Wines and Gisborne Harbour. Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Titirangi Reserve are also worth visiting. Visit our Gisborne travel guide
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2 Childers rd, Gisborne, 4010

What's nearby

  • Gisborne Harbour
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gisborne Wine Centre
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tairawhiti Museum
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kaiti Hill
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gisborne Botanic Gardens
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Anatolia
    9 min walk
  • Pizza Hut
    10 min walk
  • Burger King
    13 min walk
  • China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway
    6 min walk
  • Adrian’s Espresso
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 13.50 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7 AM - 9 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 8 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 13.50 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Senator Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Senator Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Senator Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Senator Motor Inn located?

Located in Gisborne Central, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana, Longbush Wines, and Gisborne Harbour. Gisborne Wine Centre and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Senator Motor Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay, well maintained and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good central location with parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, good value, good service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The receptionist was excellent and the property was extremely clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

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Nice hotel in Gisborne

Great location for a hotel, near the riverside and opposite to the harbour. The room was very comfortable and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Great spot lovely view of kids swimming an rowing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Proximity to restaurants and the river walk were great. We had a great time with no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Spacious and very tidy rooms, great shower and everything you need for a short trip away. Helpful and friendly hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Booking was simple. Lovely quiet place with a river view. Nice walk down to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely venue central to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

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Good quality motor inn overlooking the river. Great sized room with a huge bed. There are a couple of restaurants within a 5 minute walk, and there are nice walks along the boardwalk for the energetic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Not far off perfection

One of the best Inns we’ve stayed in. Lovely room, great view and everything needed was supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place to stay

Really enjoyable stay. So much room . Even bathroom was so spacious and well set up for anyone with disabilities Bed was very comfortable . Even towels were large and fluffy. Would definitely stay there again if in the area. Well situated with easy access to restaurants and harbour
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This was one of the best hotel experiences I ever had. The lady at the front desk was extremely pleasant. The fresh milk bottle was very nice touch. The room was extremely clean with attention to all the small details. The area is very quiet and walkable. I would totally stay there again if I end up planning another trip in the future with highly recommended to my fellow travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Parking outside our ground floor room. Room itself offered handicap facilities in the shower area. Property is walking distance to shopping, cafes etc.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Senator is a nice hotel on the Waterfront in Gisborne. It is walkable to the central business district. We enjoyed our stay there, and found the people who own it to be very hospitable and willing to assist.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The room at the Senator Motor Inn was just what we needed after many days of travelling. We walked in and all you could see was the river and the marina. It was beautiful. The room was spotless and the staff were so pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very grateful to the lovely receptionist who allowed us to check in early and check out an hour late. The room was clean and tidy, well presented, very comfortable and warm. I would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bathroom looked like it had been recently refurbished other fixtures fittings and furniture worn, wallpaper in need of sticking down in places very drab and unappealing colours for bedspreads. Bedding clean comfy bed. Can't understand why a one bedroom apartment for 2 people came with 2 single beds in the living room wasn't comfortable sitting watching TV also why 3 cups etc when the unit could sleep 4
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place to stay. Lovely and helpful staff that are very welcoming. Within walking distance of town shops without being in the noisy centre. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good location, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025