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Whispering Sands Motel

Gisborne beachfront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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This apartment is a great choice for a stay in Gisborne. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. The property features a garden, a kitchen, and balconies.
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Microwave

Main amenities (7)

  • 15 apartments
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$131 nightly
$151 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

Map
22 Salisbury Rd, Gisborne, Gisborne, 4010

What's nearby

  • Midway Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gisborne Wine Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gisborne Harbour - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Eastwoodhill Arboretum - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tatapouri Fishing Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Columbus - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Gisborne Deli - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tahu - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whispering Sands Motel

This apartment is a great choice for a stay in Gisborne. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. The property features a garden, a kitchen, and balconies.

At a glance

Property size

    • 15 apartments

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony or patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry detergent
  • Near coin laundry

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevators

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Restaurant dining guide

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 15 rooms

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Whispering Sands Gisborne
Whispering Sands Motel Gisborne
Whispering Sands Motel Apartment
Whispering Sands Motel Apartment Gisborne

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at this apartment?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at this apartment?

Yes, there's free self parking. Onsite parking includes off-street options.

What are the check-in and check-out times at this apartment?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Whispering Sands Motel and nearby?

Whispering Sands Motel has a garden.

Does Whispering Sands Motel have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes cookware and a microwave.

Does Whispering Sands Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Whispering Sands Motel like?

Whispering Sands Motel is a short 8-minute walk from Midway Beach and 8 minutes' walk from Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf.

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Whispering Sands Motel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and host.
Terry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, excellent views from the room, retro aesthetic works well, friendly staff, large rooms close to everything we needed.
Alex, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great attention to detail.
Canan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location on the beach. Lovely staff
Deanna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was so kind, courteous, and helpful. Will make this our place anytime we come to Gisborne. Also appreciated the EcoKabs for their great taxi services.
Randy A, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a great idea to choose this property! The room was clean and comfortable and we didn’t need the heat pump at all. The little kitchen had everything we needed. The sea view was something else to behold. Would have loved to stay longer. We will be back!
Neil, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it. Kids loved it. Had a 2 bed apartment upstairs with a balcony that looked over the beach. Such a beautiful view. Would definitely stay again.
Michael, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Liked location to the beach. Didn't like the shower and a bit dated.
Kristy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rajnit, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an upstairs room looking out over the bay. It is a strange arrangement with the bathroom room and small galley kitchen between the living room and bedroom and accessible from both. However it works just fine. The person on reception was very friendly and helpful. The motel is right on the beach and boardwalk and a 10 minute walk into town. Thoroughly recomment if staying in Gisborne.

10/10 Exceptional

Gavin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Allan, 2-night trip