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Portside Hotel

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Porch
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May

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2 Reads Quay, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Gisborne Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaiti Hill
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastwoodhill Arboretum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Standard Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Harbour View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Living area

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room

Harbour View Studio

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Living area

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • 136 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room

Harbour View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • River view
  • 78 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Gisborne

Located in Gisborne Central, a neighbourhood in Gisborne, Portside Hotel is near the airport and near the beach. Captain Cook Statue and Statue of Young Nick are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Titirangi Reserve and Longbush Reserve. Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Eastwoodhill Arboretum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Gisborne Wine Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gisborne Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kaiti Hill - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Eastwoodhill Arboretum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tatapouri Fishing Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Just Thai - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Portside Hotel

An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business centre, a meeting room and concierge services are on-site. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find an LCD TV with satellite channels, and other amenities include free WiFi and a balcony.
Portside Hotel offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and dishwashers.

This Gisborne aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Does Portside Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Portside Hotel?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Portside Hotel on 9 May 2026 start from AU$188, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Portside Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Portside Hotel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Portside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Portside Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Portside Hotel located?

Located in Gisborne Central, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana, Captain Cook Statue and Longbush Wines. Statue of Young Nick and Gisborne Harbour are also within 10 minutes.

Portside Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 442 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 442 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 442 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 442 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 442 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely hotel, next to the town center and walkable to beautiful sites. It was a perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Clean, well appointed and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay in Gisborne
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were especially lucky to have a view of the New Years Day fireworks, on the "not scenic" side of the Hotel. Friendly staff and great location. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Lovely room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely holiday in Gisborne. Small bed but spotless room with everything we needed. We loved the coffee machine in the foyer and used the lovely pool in the hot weather. Staff were excellent. We will return
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, staff were excellent , would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room, although toilet flush never really worked. Nice staff, nice pool and very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Clean room has everything you need to cook great for a solo female traveller and very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

MOLLY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Neat and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, room was excellent with everything we needed, staff very helpful when we had a problem with the dryer
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Turiwhewhe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed my stay. Quite convenient being near to downtown whilst being out of the way enough to be quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well located hotel with very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was nice watching the port and close to restaurants. The bed was comfortable but pillows need to be changed
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CCSJA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness
I was able to check in early, staff were accomodating which was appreciated. Good tidy self sufficient room with a great view. Self service coffee facilities & water filter available in the foyer. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ideal location, easy walk into town, recommend rivers restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and comfortable rooms with a nice view. Very affordable also. We enjoyed our stay and will be back next time we visit Gisborne.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location was great, accessible to the main CBD and dining options and the room was very comfortable with good cooking facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I absolutely can't get enough of this place. I love the decor and lounge in the common areas. The welcoming vibe of this hotel draws me in. A great place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Best place in Gisborne

Super nice rooms, friendly staff. Perfect for what I needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Always fantastic!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome view watching a ship being loaded with NZ Radiata pine and also watching the kayaks and canoes racing. Room was clean and the service was excellent. Coffee machine on the first floor provided daily flat whites.
View from our room
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay right in downtown Gisborne with a view of river, local resteraunts and shops small walk away
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was noisy with people in the corridor and their room partying. And Wifi was well below average. Other than that nice Hotel. The front desk person was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025