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Gisborne Hotel Guide. Hotels in Makaraka, Gisborne, New Zealand

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Our top choices for Makaraka hotels

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

1. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.2 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (98 reviews)
"Good size rooms. Everything you need, cooker, microwave, toaster, jug, wifi. Parking right outside your room door. Comfortable bed. Got room serviced daily. Very friendly manager. Great location."
Australia
shafeen
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Travellers Inn Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

2. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.3 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Located is perfect and the room is very clean.The staff is very helpful"
Australia
Teleise
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bella Vista Gisborne
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

3. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 2.9 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay opposite Harry Barker Reserve. Exceptionally clean and comfortable. Would recommend and stay here again."
New Zealand
Marcus
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

4. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.5 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (386 reviews)
"Best place in Gisborne"
Australia
Todd
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
White Heron Motor Lodge
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

5. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.4 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (613 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking, great staff"
Australia
Leena
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

6. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 6 km from Makaraka
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (871 reviews)
"Good location, clean room and spacious"
Australia
David
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Emerald Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

7. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.2 km from Makaraka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Colonial on Gladstone
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

8. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.4 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

9. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.1 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (396 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Waikanae Beach Motel
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

10. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 9.1 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (518 reviews)
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Australia
Shixu
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

11. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.1 km from Makaraka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (454 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Portside Hotel
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

12. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.1 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (568 reviews)
"Have stayed here a few times. Has everything. Walking distance to restaurants and CBD and, walkway to the beach."
Australia
Megan
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

13. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.5 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Always find The Teal a Cosy stay, Friendly staff and Great Location. Love that you can wash & dry clothes here too."
Australia
Damion
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Teal Motor Lodge
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.

14. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.1 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Handy location and spacious"
Australia
Michelle
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Senator Motor Inn
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

15. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.3 km from Makaraka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

16. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 3.6 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tudor Park Motel
A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

17. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 10.3 km from Makaraka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (171 reviews)
"Excellent stay in Wainui Beach. The location was perfect, just a very short walk from the beach, which made it ideal for watching the sunrise. The room was clean, comfortable and had everything I needed. Peaceful area and a great place to relax after a long day of driving. I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended."
Australia
Kelvin
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Ocean Beach Wainui
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

18. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.1 km from Makaraka
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Outstandingly comfortable bed, great toiletries, beautiful view, quiet, and hosts are excellent."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Whispering Sands Motel
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

19. Cedar House

Cedar House
4.0 star property
Whataupoko, 6.2 km from Makaraka
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a fabulous house beautifully presented. The hosts were amazing and helpful and friendly. Complimentary cake, chocolate and drink was above and beyond along with a nice breakfast daily too."
New Zealand
Andrea
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Cedar House
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

20. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 2.8 km from Makaraka
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is €219
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Matawhero Wines
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Hotels recommended for families in Makaraka

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (98)
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Travellers Inn Motel

Where to stay in Makaraka

Find the best Makaraka areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A white car parked on grass next to a tent by a body of water with hills in the background.
Photo by Hallie Smyth
Open Photo by Hallie Smyth

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art and Gisborne Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.

Wainui

Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

A coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea, a small island, and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Kaiti

While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill.

A paved walkway along a grassy area with a view of a body of water and distant mountains.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Awapuni

If you're spending some time in Awapuni, Midway Beach and Kiwa Pools Gisborne are top sights worth seeing.

Outer Kaiti

Outer Kaiti might not have many top sights, but Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Tairawhiti Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Makaraka Hotel Reviews

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"This was a very good motel with well appointed amenities close to where I needed to be. Highly recommend"
Michael W 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Makaraka?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Gisborne's Makaraka neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to East Coast Museum of Technology as part of your Makaraka travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Makaraka, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Makaraka.
What can I see and do in this Gisborne neighbourhood?
East Coast Museum of Technology is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Makaraka. While you're out sightseeing, Bushmere Estate and Eastland Kart Club are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.