Eastland Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Eastland
Where to stay in Eastland
Wainui
Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are top sights worth seeing.
Kaiti
While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Wine Centre.
Okitu
Travellers come to Okitu for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Okitu Beach and Makorori Headland Trailhead while you're in town.
Te Hapara
When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Midway Beach and Tairawhiti Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Awapuni
If you're spending some time in Awapuni, Midway Beach and Sunshine Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
Emerald Hotel
Clean room & helpful staff
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Portside Hotel
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 ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
Clean
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Portside Hotel
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 ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Very courteous. The unit could do with kitchen sink as has other implements for light cooking
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Matawhero Wines
Very nice
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Gisborne Hospital
If Gisborne Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne.
East Cape Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of East Cape with a stop at East Cape Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Te Puia Springs
Learn about the local history of Te Puia when you take a trip to Te Puia Springs. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
Learn about the local history of Gisborne when you take a trip to Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Hicks Bay Lookout
You can find out about the history of Hicks Bay with a trip to Hicks Bay Lookout. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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