Beachfront hotels in Gisborne

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Gisborne. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Waikanae Beach Ocean View Apartments Gisborne, New Zealand

  

  Aparthotel. Located in Gisborne with Waikanae Beach nearby, Waikanae Beach Ocean View Apartments provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to an indoor swimming pool. The aparthotel offers a children's playground. Barbecue facilities are available and guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Midway Beach is 1.1 km from Waikanae Beach Ocean View Apartments, while Gisborne is 5 km away. The nearest airport is Gisborne Airport, 3 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.9

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• 2 Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel Gisborne, New Zealand

  

  Motel. 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. All apartments feature views of the ocean, free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, flat-screen TV with Netflix, bathroom and a dining area. Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is a 10-minute drive from Gisborne Airport. There is an Intercity bus stop just a 5-minute walk from the motel. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 220 NZD.

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• 3 Ocean Beach Motor Lodge Gisborne, New Zealand

  

  Motel. 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 All rooms at the Ocean Beach Motor Lodge come with flat-screen cable TV and kitchen facilities. Each of the units has a private courtyard overlooking the Mediterranean-style complex. Ocean Beach is located less than 10 minutes’ drive from a number of Gisborne wineries. The Wainui Dairy Store is across the road from the motel. The Tairawhiti Museum is a 9-minute drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 198 NZD.

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• 4 Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park Gisborne, New Zealand

  

  Holiday park. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park is located in the heart of Gisborne and features a refurbished outdoor pool. It offers a range of accommodation options with free on-site parking. Guests enjoy 500MB of free WiFi every 24-hours. Waikanae Beach Holiday Park is just a few minutes walk from several restaurants, cafes and shops. Wine tastings can also be enjoyed nearby. The property is 45 minutes' drive from Tolaga Bay. This beachfront holiday park offers self-contained apartments, bungalows and rooms with shared bathroom facilities. All accommodation offers an outdoor seating area and tea/coffee making facilities. Some accommodation has a fully equipped kitchen. Guests enjoy a garden with BBQ facilities and a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and a games room. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around 222 NZD.

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• 5 Tatapouri Bay Gisborne, New Zealand

  

  Campsite. Located 8.9 km from Wainui, Tatapouri Bay provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Some accommodation includes a balcony with sea views, a fully equipped kitchenette and a private bathroom with shower. The camping features a sun terrace, a children's playground and a barbecue. Tuamotu Island is 12 km from Tatapouri Bay, while Whangara is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Gisborne Airport, 18 km from the accommodation. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 132 NZD.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!