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Whispering Sands Motel

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A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea. - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)
A modern building with large windows and a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant pink flowers. - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)
A beach path leading to the shore with purple flowers in the foreground and a clear blue sky. - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall and the sign "WHISPERING SANDS". - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a towel rack. - Whispering Sands Motel (Gisborne)
Whispering Sands Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, two orange cushions, a round white table with chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Superior Apartment, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a view through large windows.

Superior Apartment, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, white cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Superior Apartment, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dining table with chairs, a small sofa, and a balcony with a view.

Apartment, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Awapuni, a neighborhood in Gisborne. Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Titirangi Reserve and Longbush Reserve. Visit our Gisborne travel guide
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22 Salisbury Rd, Gisborne, Gisborne, 4010

What's nearby

  • Midway Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gisborne Harbour
    3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Gisborne Wine Centre
    3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Tairawhiti Museum
    3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS)
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Hut
    8 min walk
  • China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway
    15 min walk
  • Tatapouri Fishing Club
    2 min drive
  • Cafe Anatolia
    12 min walk
  • Burger King
    16 min walk

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a white sand beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 15 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whispering Sands Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whispering Sands Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Awapuni apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Sunshine Brewing Company, Midway Beach, and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf. Statue of Young Nick and Captain Cook Statue are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Whispering Sands Motel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay, excellent views from the room, retro aesthetic works well, friendly staff, large rooms close to everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Perfect location on the beach. Lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was so kind, courteous, and helpful. Will make this our place anytime we come to Gisborne. Also appreciated the EcoKabs for their great taxi services.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Loved it. Kids loved it. Had a 2 bed apartment upstairs with a balcony that looked over the beach. Such a beautiful view. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an upstairs room looking out over the bay. It is a strange arrangement with the bathroom room and small galley kitchen between the living room and bedroom and accessible from both. However it works just fine. The person on reception was very friendly and helpful. The motel is right on the beach and boardwalk and a 10 minute walk into town. Thoroughly recomment if staying in Gisborne.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Canan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, great attention to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness
Liked location to the beach. Didn't like the shower and a bit dated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Weak shower pressure. Otherwise, it was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a great idea to choose this property! The room was clean and comfortable and we didn’t need the heat pump at all. The little kitchen had everything we needed. The sea view was something else to behold. Would have loved to stay longer. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rajnit

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Weights to bottom of shower curtin would stop it touching you eent showering. Next upgrade suggest increasing brd size.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What a lovely spot 10/10 , Jaki was very lovely to deal with at reception, room was very clean tidy & decor was awesome , would definitely recommend a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025