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About this hotel
Stunning Harbour Views and Convenient Location
Experience the breathtaking harbour views from your private balcony at Senator Motor Inn, just steps away from vibrant bars and restaurants.
Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
Relax in our spacious, air-conditioned rooms featuring a kitchenette, cozy seating area with a flat-screen TV, and a modern bathroom with all amenities.
Prime Location for Exploring
Conveniently situated near Waikanae Beach, Gisborne Railway Station, and the Botanical Gardens, Senator Motor Inn is the perfect base for your Gisborne adventures.
Book now for a memorable stay at Senator Motor Inn Gisborne!
Nearby Attractions
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Te Wai o Hiharore, Kaiti, Gisborne, Gisborne District, New Zealand- Park
Endeavour Park
Endeavour Park, Kaiti, Gisborne, Gisborne District, New Zealand- Park
New Zealand Frog mural
New Zealand Frog mural, Gladstone Road, Gisborne 4020, New Zealand- Mural
Kaiti Boat House Mural
Kaiti Boat House Mural, Wainui Road, Gisborne 4020, New Zealand- Mural
Inner Harbour
Inner Harbour, Esplanade, Gisborne 4020, New Zealand- Public Art
Papa Mau Piailug
Papa Mau Piailug, Lowe Street, Kaiti, Gisborne 4020, New Zealand- Mural
Nga Korowai o Te Warewhare
Nga Korowai o Te Warewhare, Customhouse Street, Kaiti, Gisborne 4020, New Zealand- Public Art
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Gisborne War Memorial
Gisborne War Memorial, Esplanade, Kaiti, Gisborne 4020, New Zealand- Memorial
MV Takitimu
MV Takitimu, Esplanade, Gisborne 4020, New Zealand- Attraction
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Jonas Te Aho mural
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Wiremu "Wi" Perry Monument
Wiremu "Wi" Perry Monument, Reads Quay, Kaiti, Gisborne 4020, New Zealand- Memorial
William Harris Monument
William Harris Monument, Hirini Street, Gisborne 4020, New Zealand- Sculpture
Important Information
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Laundry
Luggage storage
Ironing service
Dry cleaning
Packed lunches
Private parking
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Shuttle service
Room Types
Studio
Up to 2 guestsQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Located upstairs or downstairs, this studio offers a private balcony with views overlooking the inner harbor. It has an private bathroom and a kitchenette with a microwave.
Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 (see Hotel Policies).
At time of booking you can request if you would prefer to be upstairs or downstairs. Please note this is not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
With View
In-room amenities
ShowerTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsSofaAlarm clockDining area
One-Bedroom Apartment
Up to 3 guestsTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
This apartment offers a private balcony with views overlooking the inner harbor. It has an private bathroom and a kitchenette with a microwave.
At time of booking you can request if you would prefer an upstairs or downstairs apartment. Please note this is not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
With View
In-room amenities
ShowerTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteMini-fridgeRefrigeratorSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsSofaAlarm clockDining area
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Guest reviews(280 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026The view and room very happy!
10/10
Reviewed Jul 25, 2026Convenient for our purpose
10/10
Reviewed Jul 14, 2026Central location, near the water.
Nil
9/10
Reviewed Jul 5, 2026Location
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jun 10, 2026Location
10/10
Reviewed Apr 9, 2026Staff very welcoming and helpful. Unit was immaculate and very comfortable
No complaints
10/10
Reviewed Apr 5, 2026The room was spacious very clean & the view was Awesome . Just walked over there bridge to restaurants handy location
N/A
9/10
Reviewed Mar 13, 2026Great location Had everything we needed
10/10
Reviewed Mar 7, 2026Large room. Very clean. Nice view
10/10
Reviewed Feb 22, 2026Ideal location for us for the fishing comp. Comfy beds always a winner
10/10
Reviewed Feb 14, 2026Mooi ruim appartement en op een mooie locatie
Niets
8/10
Reviewed Jan 12, 2026Location excellent.
Wifi was poor to non existent.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 11, 2026The view and the service from reception was great
9/10
Reviewed Jan 10, 2026Lovely spacious unit with a great view
10/10
Reviewed Dec 30, 2025The hosts are absolutely lovely. The view is beautiful and the area is lovely and quiet. Just a little stroll away from Restaurants,bars and the Warehouse. 5 minute walk to just about everything you need.
5/10
Reviewed Dec 28, 2025Location was good. Close to eateries. Friendly owners.
A few issues in the rooms. Owners quick to rectify concerns.
8/10
Reviewed Dec 24, 2025The location was great - right in the centre of town and handy to lots of things.
There was quite a bit of noise from adjoining units.
3/10
Reviewed Dec 14, 2025Last time I stayed it was wonderful, this time it wasn't.
After I showed i notice a smell coming outta drainage had to keep the door closed, double bed was in wrong room it was in there!! Single bed couch in main t.v i had to sleep in there i wasn't happy for what I paid for one night disappeared.
8/10
Reviewed Nov 28, 2025Great location. Very central and well appointed.
N/A
10/10
Reviewed Nov 2, 2025beautiful exceeded our expectations
everything was amazing
10/10
Reviewed Oct 30, 2025Fabulous location, an easy walk to shops and restaurants. Lovely view over the river. Staff were all really friendly.
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Oct 16, 2025Good location. Excellent staff. Room spotless. Good value for money. Would recommend.
Nothing.
10/10
Reviewed Oct 8, 2025Great stay, well maintained and clean
10/10
Reviewed Oct 6, 2025The warm & informative welcome at reception by Sharon.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 21, 2025Large spacious unit and very clean.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 18, 2025Good central location with parking.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 16, 2025Good place to stay again.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 29, 2025Good place to stay
10/10
Reviewed Aug 17, 2025The view
No faulting this place
10/10
Reviewed Aug 7, 2025Nice Place to stay
9/10
Reviewed Jul 21, 2025The host was absolutely lovely.
The bed was uncomfortable
8/10
Reviewed Jul 20, 2025Didnt have breakfast so cant comment but the location was excellent. It was a warm and comfortable room with a very interesting view of the harbour.
The shower over the bath was a bit dated and not good for older clientele. The shower head and bath nozzle combo was at times frustrating.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 18, 2025Good Motel
10/10
Reviewed Jul 17, 2025Booking was simple. Lovely quiet place with a river view. Nice walk down to the beach
7/10
Reviewed Jul 9, 2025Convenient central location. Greatly appreciated the use of the guest laundry.
Due to the layout of the room the bed was an interesting piece of furniture. The side nearest the kitchenette and bathroom was excessively soft and sagging. Woke up to the solution on my second night, the other side was completely fine.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 19, 2025Very nice place to stay
10/10
Reviewed Jun 6, 2025Very nice place to stay will be back.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 3, 2025Fantastic location on the water, walking distance to nice restaurants and into town. Across the road from cinema and great cafe at the door. Lovely staff and nice, clean spacious rooms.
10/10
Reviewed May 24, 2025The location is spectacular and room had everything we needed.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 7, 2025Proximity to restaurants and the river walk were great. We had a great time with no problems.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 2, 2025Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Mar 5, 2025The room at the Senator Motor Inn was just what we needed after many days of travelling. We walked in and all you could see was the river and the marina. It was beautiful. The room was spotless and the staff were so pleasant.
10/10
Reviewed Feb 28, 2025The receptionist was excellent and the property was extremely clean.
8/10
Reviewed Feb 26, 2025Great location for a hotel, near the riverside and opposite to the harbour. The room was very comfortable and we enjoyed our stay.
7/10
Reviewed Feb 26, 2025Nice view over the harbour Can't really comment too much as it rained for the 2 days we were there
Comfortable enough and spacious , clean but starting to show its age
10/10
Reviewed Feb 18, 2025Really enjoyable stay. So much room . Even bathroom was so spacious and well set up for anyone with disabilities Bed was very comfortable . Even towels were large and fluffy. Would definitely stay there again if in the area. Well situated with easy access to restaurants and harbour
10/10
Reviewed Feb 17, 2025Only stayed here 1 night but would definitely stay here again if in area. It seemed to be in a great location within walking distance of harbour and good restaurants ( (Rivers). Room is fantastic. So spacious and roomy. Very clean and neat. Bed great. Tv a good size . Even the towels were large and luxurious. Everything you need.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 13, 2025The staff were excellent. The property was spotless and the position was fab.
10/10
Reviewed Feb 11, 2025We had various challenges arise during our stay: a tour pickup that didn’t materialize, a flat battery in a rental car, etc. In every case the hotel reception folks were amazingly helpful and supportive. The hotel itself is very peaceful and pleasant with an amazing location right on the harbor, and comfortable, well laid out rooms, but it was the personal warmth and kindness of the staff that made the stay exceptional.
Nothing could have been better.
8/10
Reviewed Feb 10, 2025Good quality motor inn overlooking the river. Great sized room with a huge bed. There are a couple of restaurants within a 5 minute walk, and there are nice walks along the boardwalk for the energetic.
10/10
Reviewed Feb 9, 2025Nice spot
8/10
Reviewed Feb 1, 2025Didn't have breakfast. Location was excellent
Nothing that i could think of
9/10
Reviewed Jan 29, 2025everything except the shower
The shower hard to get wet so slow and slipery floor even with a mat step off mat and very slipery
8/10
Reviewed Jan 25, 2025Locations couldn’t have been better rESTAURANTS AND BARS ALL WITHIN walking distance.
I found the shower potentially very dangerous as it was narrow and in a small bath. No grab rails in or out to prevent a fall ,this would be an easy fix.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 24, 2025Quiet location, good sized room for 3 people. Close to main street for restaurants and shopping. A short walk to the beach.
6/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2025Location and outlook
Load guests on one night next door
9/10
Reviewed Jan 13, 2025An exceptionally spacious motel room .with all the comfort you could wish for. Nice view over the harbour and sunny balcony. Extremely friendly and helpful owner. Ask for room 12 or 13 which have a covered balcony and make sure to get a room on the first floor overlooking the inner harbour.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 4, 2025Spacious and great location
10/10
Reviewed Dec 23, 2024Eveything was good except the matress was terribly uncomfortable
8/10
Reviewed Dec 23, 2024Great location
Room not cleaned on second day.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 15, 2024Great spot lovely view of kids swimming an rowing
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Beautiful location
- •Friendly staff
- •Well-appointed rooms
Areas to consider
- •Uncomfortable beds
- •Noise from adjoining units
- •Certain rooms had issues
Cleanliness
8.44/10There were some mentions of cleanliness in terms of a room being spotless and well kept, but some other reviews noted issues.
Service
9.91/10Multiple reviews highlighted friendly and quick to respond owners, indicating strong service quality.
Location
9.95/10Multiple positive references to the location being central and convenient for accessing various attractions.
Room Quality
8.4/10Some rooms received negative feedback about conditions such as uncomfortable beds and noise issues.
Amenities
9.13/10Amenities were generally regarded positively, with mentions of good facilities and convenience.
Value for Money
8.89/10Overall good value based on the location and services provided.
Food and Beverage
9.44/10While no food options were directly evaluated, the context of a good location near eateries indicates a positive sentiment.
Overall Experience
9.41/10Overall stays were described as wonderful with positive sentiments across most reviews.