Whataupoko Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Tairawhiti Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tairawhiti Museum in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Tairawhiti Museum

Gisborne Hospital

If Gisborne Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne.

Gisborne Hospital

Gisborne Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Gisborne Harbour

Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House

Learn about the local history of Gisborne when you take a trip to Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House

Kaiti Hill

Explore the great outdoors at Kaiti Hill, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Kaiti Hill

Gisborne Wine Centre

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gisborne Wine Centre during your travels to Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Gisborne Wine Centre

Our pick of the best Whataupoko Hotel Deals

The Verandah at Gisborne

The Verandah at Gisborne

Gisborne
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Gisborne. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
Fantastic place to stay
"Our whanau stayed at the Verandah to attend our Kori’s 80th birthday. We had a large group staying so needed a big place. This property was awesome, it was big enough to easily accommodate us all comfortably, and we never felt as though we were tripping over each other. The house is very well appointed ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

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The Verandah at Gisborne
Cedar House

Cedar House

4 out of 5
4 Clifford St, Gisborne, Gisborne
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Gisborne. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tairawhiti Museum and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana ...
"Loved it. The room was beautiful warm and spacious. Penny and Roger were lovely. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2023

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Cedar House
Gizzy vibe

Gizzy vibe

Gisborne
Stay at this vacation home in Gisborne. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Tairawhiti Museum are located nearby.
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Gizzy vibe
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040, Gisborne
The price is AU$127 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$127
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (743 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Emerald Hotel
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne
The price is AU$135 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$135
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (542 reviews)
"Great location, conveniently close to the centre of Gisborne within walking distance. The room was clean and spacious, equipped with a sufficient kitchenette and supplies. Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay, Gisborne
The price is AU$181 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$181
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (408 reviews)
"Was a beautiful quiet place for a solo work female traveller. Lovely staff . Great kitchen."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Whataupoko

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Inner Kaiti

While there might not be top attractions in Inner Kaiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gisborne Harbour and Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House.

Inner Kaiti
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Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Gisborne Central
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Mangapapa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mangapapa and surrounding area, you can visit Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Tairawhiti Museum.

Mangapapa
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Outer Kaiti

Outer Kaiti might not have many top sights, but Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Tairawhiti Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Outer Kaiti
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Kaiti

While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill.

Kaiti
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Te Hapara

When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Sunshine Brewery and Gisborne Botanic Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Te Hapara

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