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Our top choices for Cook Observatory hotels

Pool

Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (160 reviews)
"Handy location and spacious"
Australia
Michelle
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Senator Motor Inn
Exterior

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 0.9 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (558 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Reception

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.7 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (365 reviews)
"Good Place Too Stay, good TV good staff."
Australia
Todd
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
White Heron Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 0.8 km from Cook Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (442 reviews)
"Love the clean spacious room and service was excellent "
Australia
Yvette
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Portside Hotel
Beach nearby

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 2.4 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Everything about this motel was lovely. We thoroughly enjoyed it there.1"
Australia
Fiona
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Front of property – evening/night

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.3 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (585 reviews)
"I have stayed at this property several times in the past and have always found it comfortable and clean."
Australia
Dawn
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Front of property – evening/night

Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.6 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (381 reviews)
"Awesome location. Really nice, comfortable and clean room."
Australia
JASON
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Waikanae Beach Motel
One Queen Bed

Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.8 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (217 reviews)
"Clean room | Friendly staff "
Australia
Christian Albert
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Bella Vista Gisborne
Outdoor pool

Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.7 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122 reviews)
"The pool was beautiful and looked really clean."
Australia
Deborah
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Teal Motor Lodge
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.4 km from Cook Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (221 reviews)
"Eveything was great. The location, amenities, playground and we could see our kids from the balcony which was a bonus"
Australia
Jamie
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Executive Suite, River View

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1.1 km from Cook Observatory
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (841 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Todd
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Emerald Hotel
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.7 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Staff were super friendly and room was clean"
Australia
Marc
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Property grounds

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 4.3 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (350 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Unit 20: Two-bedroom cottage | In-room dining

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Comfy beds Good shower.Nice welcome.Would stay again"
Australia
Vicki
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Travellers Inn Motel
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 8.5 km from Cook Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is €204
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Matawhero Wines
1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 3.7 km from Cook Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (168 reviews)
"What a wicked place to stay for couples. A Mexican restaurant onsite was a plus but the hot tub right by the bed was mean. The receptionist was lovely will definitely come back here"
Australia
Oriwa
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Ocean Beach Wainui
Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio

Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 5 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Tudor Park Motel
Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.9 km from Cook Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Colonial on Gladstone
Spa

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
2.0 star property
10.5 km from Cook Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (23 reviews)
"Great place to relax.lovely environment "
Australia
Munendran
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
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Compare popular hotels close to Cook Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Pool
Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
160 reviews
View
Exterior
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
558 reviews
View
Reception
White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
365 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
442 reviews
View
Beach nearby
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
507 reviews
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Top Cook Observatory Hotel Reviews

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

8/10 Good
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Cameron 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Emerald Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cook Observatory?
Cook Observatory is located in an area of Gisborne known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 16 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Cook Observatory?
Emerald Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Cook Observatory. Other good options close by include Captain Cook Motor Lodge and Waikanae Beach Motel.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Cook Observatory?
Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cook Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cook Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Cook Observatory.
What can I see and do near Cook Observatory?
Enjoy the outdoors at Kaiti Hill, Titirangi Reserve or Longbush Reserve. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Midway Beach, Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach. Gisborne Wine Centre, Gisborne Harbour or Bushmere Estate are some local sights worth checking out.