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About the Hotel

22 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, New Zealand, 4010
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Near Midway Beach
Perfect
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9.8
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Situated only steps away from the Captain Cook Statue, Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel Gisborne includes 14 rooms with views of the ocean. Located 6 minutes' stroll from the Midway Beach and only 1.8 km from the Tairawhiti Museum, the motel features a picnic area and a golf course.

Location

The centre of Gisborne is a 10 minutes' walk of this 4-star hotel. Mahia Peninsula is within reach of the Whispering Sands and Gisborne airport is 5 km away.

Guests can find the Te Pihopatanga O Te Tairawhiti, which is an 18-minute walk away.

Rooms

This property offers rooms with a sitting area featuring an iron with ironing board, along with complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms also have carpet flooring.

Eat & Drink

Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is just 250 metres from the café Far East Coffee.

Must-do experiences

  • Catch sunrise at Gisborne's beautiful Wainui Beach.
  • Indulge in local seafood at The Marina Restaurant.
  • Visit the Tairawhiti Museum for a taste of local history.
  • Explore the hidden gem of Kaiti Hill for stunning views.
  • Don't miss the Gisborne Farmers' Market on Saturdays!
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Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Two-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
680 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Apartment Balcony
2 persons
520 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Apartment
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Apartment Ground Floor
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machines
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel Location

22 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, New Zealand, 4010
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22 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, New Zealand, 4010
Nearby
Riverside walkway
Captain Cook Statue
300 ft
Waikanae Beach
Waikanae Beach Playground
300 ft
Restaurants
Lonestar
3200 ft
60 Esplanade
Sunshine Thai
2300 ft
116 Grey Street
PBC
3500 ft
38 Childers Road
The Gisborne Deli + Butchery
2800 ft
251 Gladstone Rd
Getting around
City Centre
Gisborne11 min  ·  3000 ft
Airports
Gisborne Airport (GIS)8 min  ·  2.9 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
16

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 319 verified reviews
9.1/10
Perfect
97%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Comfort
9.4/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
9.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.6/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
8.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 688 reviews
9.1/10
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