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Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel

★★★★ 22 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, NZ

9 guest rating· 849 reviews

About this hotel

Stunning Beachfront Location :

Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel offers a prime location on Waikanae Beach, providing breathtaking panoramic views of Poverty Bay.

Modern Amenities :

Each apartment is equipped with free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, flat-screen TV with Netflix, and a comfortable dining area, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable stay for guests.

Convenient Accessibility :

Located just a 10-minute walk from Gisborne city centre and a short drive from Gisborne Airport, Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel offers easy access for travelers. Additionally, with an Intercity bus stop nearby, exploring the area is hassle-free.

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Rooms & rates

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Large bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Seating Area

Deluxe Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Apartment with Balcony

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Seating Area

Apartment, Beach View

Sleeps 4 · 43 m² · Twin bed, Queen Bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Superior Apartment, Beach View

Sleeps 4 · 43 m² · 2× Twin bed, King bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 63 m² · Double bed, Bunk bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Apartment - Ground Floor

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Apartment with Balcony

Sleeps 2 · 48 m² · Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Apartment with Balcony

Sleeps 4 · 45 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Seating Area

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Snack bar
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fax/photocopying
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  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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22 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9849 reviews

+ Beautiful location+ Friendly staff+ Comfortable rooms+ Stunning viewsInconsistent housekeepingNoise from neighbors
Cleanliness8.4
Service9.4
Location9.9
Room Quality8.8
Amenities8.9
Value for Money8.8

Have stayed here twice and both times have been fantastic! Clean and tidy. Nice and compact. Easy check in and out.

10.0

Clean. Tidy. Cosy.

Sunny · NZ · 2026-07-21

Loved our stay, wish we could have stayed longer

10.0

Location and the beautiful view

I loved everything

Doris · NZ · 2026-07-20

Great place to stay, clean and cozy plus a great location with a beach walk and cafes right out front.

10.0

Clean, cozy, warm and quiet.

Michelle · NZ · 2026-07-20

Guest review

10.0

Lovely staff, the room was nice and cozy. Great value for money.

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Samantha · NZ · 2026-07-19

Guest review

10.0

The ocean view from the 2nd floor was amazing, just what I needed. Very clean, the bed is super comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.

Nothing

kelly · NZ · 2026-07-18

Our space was clean, homely, and had beautiful views.

10.0

Our space was clean, homely, and had beautiful views

Samantha · NZ · 2026-07-18

Good to know

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 1 and older are allowed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.