Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is situated on Waikanae Beach, just a 10-minute walk from Gisborne city centre. It offers stunning panoramic views across Poverty Bay, with Young Nick's Head and Kaiti Hill standing in the distance. All apartments feature views of the ocean, free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, flat-screen TV with Netflix, bathroom and a dining area. Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is a 10-minute drive from Gisborne Airport. There is an Intercity bus stop just a 5-minute walk from the motel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.4
High score for Gisborne
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alexander
    South Africa South Africa
    Excellent Location on the seafront. Very helpful staff.
  • Alan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    great views from lounge and deck across the bay. Shower and bathroom very good. Bed was exceptionally comfortable.
  • Paul
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Freshly upgraded & clean. Outstanding view and access to the beach

Property surroundings

Facilities of Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 20:00

    Check-out

    From 07:30 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 1 year are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 1 and older are allowed)

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    FAQs about Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel

    • Check-in at Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Room options at Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel include:

      • Apartment

    • The prices at Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is 0.7 miles from the centre of Gisborne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Beach