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- Excellent65%
- Very good30%
- Average4%
- Poor1%
- Terrible0%
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Free Wifi
Free Parking
Beachfront
Non-Smoking Rooms
Airport Transportation
Kitchenette
Laundry Service
Self-Serve Laundry
Private Balcony
Air Conditioning
Pool
Restaurant
Suites
Beachfront accommodation, self contain apartment style
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All reviewsboard walkupstairs unitmetre walklook forward to my nextfriendly catground floorthe kitchensound of the waveson a daily basisnew zealandeasy walk into towntoilet and showerfirst floora nice place to staythe location is perfectrecommend staying herea lovely stay
RachieEvo
Auckland Central, New Zealand
Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile Great place to stay right on the beach. separate rooms from bathroom and kitchen (kitchen nicely set up) this place would be great in all seasons. Front desk was very friendly. Room was clean and is cleaned daily, great water pressure in the shower, lovely...More
Thanks for your review it is great to get the feed back and glad you enjoyed your stay with us
thanks again
Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile Excellent place to stay perfect for families,set up in rooms excellent everything you need privacy from kids with your own space, currently sitting her with bosco the hotel cat he’s come to chill with us and was up for cuddles in my bed this morning...More
Thanks for your great review, yes boscco is pretty special glad you enjoyed your stay
with us
curioustraveller42
Christchurch, New Zealand
Reviewed 22 May 2018 Don't judge the slightly dated appearance of this motel. The location is absolutely wonderful- beach and boardwalk are your frontage. Sleep to the sound of the waves, join the locals on the beacj in the early morning. We stayed in ground floor but I image...More
kaytee8720
Greater London, United Kingdom
Reviewed 11 May 2018 Our car broke down on Valentine's Day evening so instead of a romantic dinner in Gisborne, my husband was taking the wheel off the car on the motel forecourt. The lovely manager not only lent us something to help fix the car, she also offered...More
Thank you for your review, It is nice to get positive feedback,
And I was only to happy to make sure your Valentine's evening
was a happy one for you both.
Thanks again Judith
Reviewed 10 April 2018 the room was very clean, spacious and had amazing views. management were so friendly and the room was so relaxing. we will definitely be staying again.
Not far from city center and a lot of places to eat
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Awards & Recognition
Certificate of Excellence Amenities
Top amenities
Beachfront
Free Parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Hotel Amenities
Free Parking
Laundry Service
Self-Serve Laundry
Airport Transportation
Room amenities
Microwave
Refrigerator in room
Details
Price range
US$107 - US$120 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
Hotel Style
#2 On the Beach Hotel in Gisborne
#3 Family Hotel in Gisborne
#5 Romantic Hotel in Gisborne
Room types
Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms
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Full view
"Ask for second story. Beach or carpark refers to front an back room. So for one or two sharing you will have..."
"ocean view room is amazing"
"Best views from the second floor. But, if you have luggage, the first is nice too. All rooms seem to have..."
"The view is amazing upstairs"
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