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Portside Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star aparthotel in Gisborne Central

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Harbour View 2 Bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio
Interior detail
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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2 Reads Quay, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Gisborne Harbour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisborne Hospital
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Harbour View 1 Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Harbour View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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LCD TV

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 839 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Harbour View Studio

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Harbour View 2 Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Harbour View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • 839 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Gisborne

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Gisborne Central aparthotel, you'll find Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and Captain Cook Statue. Longbush Wines and Statue of Young Nick are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gisborne Harbour - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Midway Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Gisborne Hospital - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Neighbourhood Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Curbside Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Portside Hotel

4-star aparthotel in Gisborne Central
Portside Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. A business center and a meeting room are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Portside Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Gisborne aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2004
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Portside Hotel offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and dishwashers.

This Gisborne aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Family friendly

  • Free crib

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 45 per day

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Work spaces

  • Business center
  • Desk
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • In the city center
  • Near the airport
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surf lessons nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 floors
  • 56 units
  • Built in 2004
  • Connecting units available
  • Garden

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 percent 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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, 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
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Gisborne Hotel
Gisborne Portside Hotel
Hotel Gisborne
Portside Gisborne
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Portside Hotel Heritage Boutique Collection Gisborne
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Portside Hotel Aparthotel
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Portside Hotel Gisborne Heritage Collection

Frequently asked questions

How close is Portside Hotel to the airport?

Portside Hotel is 3.3 mi (7-min drive) away from the Gisborne (GIS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Portside Hotel?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Portside Hotel on Oct 12, 2025 start from $107.43, excluding 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.

Does Portside Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Portside Hotel.

How close is Portside Hotel to the beach?

This aparthotel is 1.5 mi (3-min drive) from Midway Beach and 3.5 mi (6-min drive) from Wainui Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Portside Hotel offer free breakfast?

Portside Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Portside Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Portside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Portside Hotel?

This aparthotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Portside Hotel have a pool?

Portside Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Portside Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Portside Hotel to downtown Gisborne?

Portside Hotel is 0.8 mi away from Gisborne.

Reviews

Portside Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 415 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 415 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 415 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 415 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 415 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location and quality room

Great studio unit. Self contained, even had a dishwasher. Will always stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Best place in Gisborne

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

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalea

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Thunder

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent stay. The service, view, and location were spectacular. Quiet room and extremely comfortable. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silipa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly reception. House keeping did an outstanding job.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanuj

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience! Great views, nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and excellent service. I highly recommend it and will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selena R

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great choice!

Clean, comfortable, and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We took the smaller of the rooms, but it was well appointed, tidy and clean with no faulty chattels. Staff were polite and kind. They were able to store our bicycles for us in a secure garage. Parking was plentiful and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Main Street and on the beach walkway. Modern fittings, clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities, our 2 bedroom apartment was fantastic. In an excellent location, clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is very good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LP

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024