Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is located on Waikanae Beach, just a 10-minute walk from Gisborne city center. 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the excellent beachfront <b>location</b> and stunning views. The staff were praised for their friendliness and helpfulness. Rooms were noted for their comfort and <b>cleanliness</b>. <b>Access to the beach</b> was a highlight, while some guests mentioned the <b>kitchen</b> could use updates.
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Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
8.9
High score for Gisborne

Area info

Amenities of Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • 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 available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Key access
    • Safe

    General

    • Smoke-free property
    • 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 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 1 are welcome.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
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    FAQs about Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel

    • Room options at Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel include:

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

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Beachfront
      • Beach
    • Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is 0.7 miles from the center of Gisborne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.