Gisborne

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A coastal port with a large cargo ship docked, a breakwater, and a backdrop of mountains and a small town.
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Where to stay in Gisborne

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Wainui

Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.

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Photo by Hallie Smyth
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Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art and Gisborne Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

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 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.

Outer Kaiti

While Outer Kaiti isn't home to many top sights, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Tairawhiti Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040 Gisborne
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Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
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Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

4 out of 5
5 Sponge Bay Road Gisborne
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Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay Gisborne
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
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Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel

3 out of 5
22 Salisbury Rd Gisborne Gisborne
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Waikanae Beach and Sunshine Brewing Company ...
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Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines

3 out of 5
186 Riverpoint Road, Gisborne Gisborne
Stay at this vacation home in Gisborne. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Matawhero Wines and Bushmere Estate are located ...
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Wainui Beach

8.8/10 (6 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wainui Beach during your trip to Gisborne? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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Things to do

Tairāwhiti Gisborne: Guided City Bike Tour

Tairāwhiti Gisborne: Guided City Bike Tour

$81
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Tairāwhiti Gisborne: Guided City Bike Tour
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