Emerald Hotel  

In the heart of sunny Gisborne, a luxury boutique hotel and conference centre just steps from Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and a short walk to Longbush Wines. You’re also minutes from Gisborne Harbour and the Gisborne Wine Centre, with the city centre, cafes and shops all within easy walking distance.

Forty-nine air-conditioned rooms and executive apartments feel spacious and practical, many with harbour and Kaiti Hill vistas — some executive units even look out to Young Nick’s Head. Rooms include minibars, flat-screen TVs with digital programming (DVD players in some rooms), pillowtop beds with premium bedding, and private bathrooms with separate tubs and showers; daily housekeeping, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers are provided.

Soak in a seasonal outdoor pool or unwind in the spa tub, keep fit in the on-site fitness centre, or take in views from the terrace. The hotel doubles as a full-service venue for weddings and events, offers free self-parking, luggage services and an elevator for easy access. Wake up to harbour breezes and city views without leaving the property.

A fully integrated conference centre with meeting rooms and event space makes this a top pick for corporate stays and gatherings. Featured services include a business centre, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, safe deposit box and complimentary wireless internet to keep you connected.

On-site restaurant and bar serve local flavours and a cafe brews coffee you can linger over. Room service is available during limited hours and cooked-to-order breakfasts are offered for a fee — an easy spot to pair your meal with local Gisborne wines.