Avg. for October
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Avg. for October
Nightly prices at Emerald Hotel average $84 in May, the cheapest month, and $117 in December, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $91 |
| February | $91 |
| March | $90 |
| April | $86 |
| May | $84 |
| June | $84 |
| July | $85 |
| August | $88 |
| September | $90 |
| October | $85 |
| November | $92 |
| December | $117 |
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Most expensive: December (~$117)
Cheapest: May (~$84)
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Stay in one of 49 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
A stay at Emerald Hotel places you in the heart of Gisborne, steps from Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and 4 minutes by foot from Longbush Wines. This luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gisborne Harbour and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gisborne Wine Centre.
What's nearby
Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana(0.1 miles)
Longbush Wines(0.2 miles)
Gisborne Wine Centre(0.4 miles)
Tairawhiti Museum(0.4 miles)
Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art(0.5 miles)
Gisborne Skate Park(0.5 miles)
Gisborne Harbour(0.5 miles)
Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf(0.6 miles)
Statue of Young Nick(0.7 miles)
Captain Cook Statue(0.8 miles)
Sunshine Brewing Company(0.8 miles)
Titirangi Reserve(0.8 miles)
Cook Monument(0.8 miles)
Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House(0.8 miles)
Sunshine Brewery(0.8 miles)
The preferred airport for Emerald Hotel is Gisborne (GIS)(3.1 miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Pool Outdoor
Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana (0.1 miles)
Longbush Wines (0.2 miles)
Gisborne Wine Centre (0.4 miles)
Tairawhiti Museum (0.4 miles)
Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art (0.5 miles)
Gisborne Skate Park (0.5 miles)
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Based on 1,642 verified reviews
Business
22%
Couple
41%
Family
27%
Group
6%
Solo
3%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Reviews of Emerald Hotel highlight very spacious rooms and a central riverside location, but also note dated facilities, inconsistent cleanliness, and maintenance issues, with staff praised yet services limited, parking tricky, and the pool often closed or unclean.
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What guests think
Reviews of Emerald Hotel highlight very spacious rooms and a central riverside location, but also note dated facilities, inconsistent cleanliness, and maintenance issues, with staff praised yet services limited, parking tricky, and the pool often closed or unclean.
Many guests enjoyed river views, large balconies, and blackout curtains. However, reports of broken fixtures, noisy or ineffective air-conditioning, and a confusing building layout appear across multiple stays. Expect big spaces and a walkable base, but tempered expectations for upkeep and amenities.
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Facilities
Facilities are dated: the on-site restaurant is closed and there is no gym; the pool is frequently closed or dirty, and lifts or TVs are sometimes out. Parking exists but is limited, tight, and confusing to access.
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Robyn
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Jan 7, 2023
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Sep 25, 2025
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Gerhard
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nirmal Lloyd
Feb 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rahul
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Natalie
Apr 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sharon
Jan 30, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Mark
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent: multiple guests reported stained carpets, hairs, odors, and poorly cleaned bathrooms, though others found rooms clean and tidy. Housekeeping sometimes missed restocking items.
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Jan 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
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Nov 14, 2024
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Feb 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Joanne
Aug 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sarah
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
tina
Mar 23, 2025
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sue
Jan 22, 2025
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Stephen
Nov 9, 2025
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Catherine
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Rooms
Rooms are very large, many with balconies and river views, and blackout curtains help with sleep. Decor is dated and maintenance varies, with reports of noisy or ineffective air-conditioning, broken fixtures, and mixed bed comfort.
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Martyn
Mar 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sage
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Jeneene
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
pete
Feb 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Andrew
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rochelle
May 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Alan
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Moana
May 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Catherine
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly and accommodating, but coverage can be patchy with delayed or hard-to-reach reception and occasional refund or check-in problems.
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Pou
Jan 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Victor
Oct 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Jeneene
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Graham
Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nathan
May 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
kirsty
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Robyn
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Yvonne
Feb 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Richard
Mar 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A G
Jan 12, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
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Location
Right in the CBD with easy walks to shops, restaurants, and the river; many rooms have pleasant river views. A few guests noted the surrounding area can feel a bit quiet or rough at times.
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Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Nov 30, 2025
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Niamh
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jeneene
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Regina
Mar 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Peter
May 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Brendan
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Paul
Mar 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Judy
Jan 29, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
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Dining
On-site dining is very limited: the restaurant/breakfast has been closed, so guests use nearby eateries or the bar/restaurant next door.
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Diz
Apr 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Regina
Mar 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Jan 18, 2023
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Stayed 19,375 nights
Brendan
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Christopher
Mar 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Claude
Jan 4, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Amanda
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jannie
Jan 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Catherine
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Cintia
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Elizabeth
Sep 9, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Mark
Aug 15, 2026
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Aug 6, 2026
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Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.
Check-in
Check-out
From 14:00 to 22:00
Before 10:00
You'll be required to pay the fully refundable deposit for this property.
Additional policies and info about this property.
Additional paid services you can request.
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking height restrictions apply.
Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
The hotel is located in the heart of Gisborne, just steps from Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and 4 minutes on foot from Longbush Wines. It is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gisborne Harbour and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gisborne Wine Centre.
Yes, the hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool, which is open from November to March.
Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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Popular amenities
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Services
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Free Wi-Fi