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    Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel

    104 Reviews
    #4 of 26 Hotels in Gisborne
    22 Salisbury Road | Waikanae Beach, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand
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          Overview
          4.5
          104 reviews
          • Excellent61%
          • Very good34%
          • Average5%
          • Poor0%
          • Terrible0%
          Travellers talk about
          “beach front” (8 reviews)
          “upstairs apartment” (3 reviews)
          “great location” (14 reviews)
          Free Wifi
          Free Parking
          Beachfront
          Non-Smoking Rooms
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          Reviewed 1 week ago
          A great spot with seaviews

          Started staying here every few Weeks while working in the district. Previously stayed at other local accommodation but this place is fantastic, old school accomodation but very neat tidy large rooms with kitchenette bathroom and lounge with sea views and external balcony. Free parking wifi...More

          Thank KiwiBoy66
          Response from Judith A M, Owner at Whispering Sands Beachfront MotelResponded 1 week ago

          Thanks for your great review it means alot to us to get such a postive review. Thanks again

          Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
          Beachside room with great views to Young Nicks head

          Walked in got a good room on ground floor at good price. Effectively two bedrooms separated by bathroom shower and kitchen facilities accessible both sides. Queen bed and two singles ideal for most groups. Sliding door access to grass area then walkway and beach. Plenty...More

          Thank Phil P
          Reviewed 24 April 2017 via mobile
          Romantic Stay on the Beach

          Lovely spot right on the beach. Had room 14, 2 bedrooms ​upstairs. Great views not only from the balcony, but also the bedrooms. Had private staircase to the beach. Nice kitchen facility as well. Our top spot we stayed on our New Zealand trip.

          Thank Kurt H
          Response from Judith A M, Owner at Whispering Sands Beachfront MotelResponded 18 May 2017

          Thank you for the review, nice to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. Hope the rest of your trip around New Zealand went well. Regards, Peter & Judith.

          Reviewed 16 April 2017
          Amazing view, location, staff and owners

          we needed to stay an extra night in Gisborne due to the storm and couldn't have had to stay in a better spot. The owners are very welcoming and allowed us to check in early. the room was No.8, upstairs with a fantastic view of...More

          Thank Limesemma
          Reviewed 12 April 2017
          Comfortable Night

          Comfortable night in a roomy motel. Unlike some other noisy Gisborne motels this motel is quite. The only noise was the surf. Motel breakfast was also very good value. Look forward to my next stay at Whispering Sands.

          Thank BuretaSki
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          About
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          Amenities
          • Top amenities
          • Beachfront
          • Free Parking
          • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
          • Hotel Amenities
          • Free Parking
          • Laundry Service
          • Self-Serve Laundry
          • Airport Transportation
          • Room amenities
          • Refrigerator in room
          • Microwave
          Details
          • Price range
          • US$101 - US$119 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
          • Hotel Style
          • #2 On the Beach Hotel in Gisborne
          • #4 Family Hotel in Gisborne
          • #5 Romantic Hotel in Gisborne
          • Room types
          • Kitchenette ,
          • Suites ,
          • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
          • Family Rooms
          • Number of rooms
          • 14
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          Room Tips
          "Upstairs for great views No.8+"
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          "I had a broken leg so ground floor was perfect, but would also like to try the upper floor. All rooms are..."
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          "Second floor rooms provide a better view and a private balcony. First floor is perfect for families with..."
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          "First floor rooms have great view of surf, ground floor rooms have direct access to head to the beach."
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