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Our top choices for Gisborne family-friendly hotels

A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

1. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (455 reviews)
The price is ₩155,320
₩178,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Portside Hotel
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

2. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
4.0 star property
Awapuni
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
The price is ₩159,926
₩183,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Whispering Sands Motel
A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

3. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (873 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Seaside retreat for families features a seasonal outdoor pool where children can splash while adults lounge under umbrellas.
The price is ₩117,872
₩135,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Emerald Hotel
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

4. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (390 reviews)
The price is ₩124,387
₩143,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
White Heron Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

5. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
The price is ₩103,162
₩118,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Travellers Inn Motel
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

6. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (618 reviews)
The price is ₩104,249
₩119,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

7. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (570 reviews)
The price is ₩130,308
₩149,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a marina at dusk.

8. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
The price is ₩143,098
₩164,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Senator Motor Inn
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

9. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (399 reviews)
The price is ₩108,987
₩125,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Waikanae Beach Motel
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a main road, and a beach.

10. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Bayfront lodge provides families with seaside adventures and comforts, just steps from Wainui Beach for memory-making moments.
The price is ₩143,726
₩165,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Ocean Beach Wainui
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Gisborne

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Gisborne

A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (455)
The price is ₩155,320
₩178,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Portside Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Gisborne Hotel Reviews

A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.
Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
Awapuni

10/10 Excellent

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.
United States
Randy A
Reviewed March 28, 2025
Whispering Sands Motel

Frequently Asked Questions

What's Gisborne like for family-friendly vacations?

The destination of Gisborne is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids. The biking trails, beaches, and parks are just some of the things that make this a good place for family vacations. Arrange a flight into Gisborne (GIS), which is located 1.9 mi (3 km) from the city center.

What's the best hotel for families in Gisborne?

Emerald Hotel is a hotel with free parking and free WiFi, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your kid-friendly vacation include Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park and Ocean Beach Wainui.

When’s the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Gisborne?

The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Gisborne is 42 inches.

What's there to see and do with your family in Gisborne?

Gisborne Harbour and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are interesting attractions you and your family might enjoy exploring while you are staying in Gisborne. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Sunshine Brewery and Kaiti Hill.