Aparthotel

Portside Hotel

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A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.
A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and potted plants.
A spacious living area with green sofas, a dining table, and potted plants. Large windows offer views of the outdoors.
A view from a window with metal bars, overlooking a grassy area with a pool, a dock with boats, and a large ship in the distance.
A balcony with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water and a dock with boats.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Outdoor pool

    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Tairawhiti Museum

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Room service
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Extra beds
  • 24-hour fitness centre
The current price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct

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2 Reads Quay, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisborne Harbour
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Tairawhiti Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Choose your unit

Standard Studio

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

Harbour View 1 Bedroom Suite

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 78 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Harbour View Studio

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • 136 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Harbour View 2 Bedroom Suite

  • River view
  • 78 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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

Property # 3533858
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

Property class

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 20 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Portside Hotel on 23 October 2026 start from NZ$224, 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. 280 out of 451 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 451 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 451 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 451 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 451 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

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A great location and great staff. A very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Love the clean spacious room and service was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Located at near the river and port. Lots of areas to walk from. Restaurants 15 minute walk away. Quiet rooms. Very helpful and friendly front desk team member.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The furnishings are a little dated and the Shower over the Bath was tricky, however the rooms were spacious and with Heat Pumps in the Lounge & Bedroom we were very warm. Plus having a Washing Machine & Dryer was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cleaning staff did a great job, so obliging
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Generaly good all around
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The staff were wonderful - very helpful. The room had so many extras, we would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Room was nice. Main reason I marked the rating down to good was the noise coming from the Port all night, it didn’t stop and the banging was very loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy check in, friendly staff, clean and tidy I highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My favourite was the ground-floor room facing the city — peaceful, immaculate, and beautifully presented. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, ensuring a great night’s rest. The staff were warm and welcoming, and reception was very accommodating, promptly providing swim towels when needed. The pool area was clean and refreshing, adding to an overall relaxing stay. Nga mihi ki nga kaimahi o Portside Hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place, reasonably clean and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

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