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Our top choices for Makorori Headland Trailhead hotels

Compact 1 Bedroom Balcony | Terrace/patio
Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 3.4 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (164)
"A wonderful place to stay!"
Australia
Rachael
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Ocean Beach Wainui
Outdoor pool
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.2 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (423)
"Great place to stay in Gisborne "
Australia
Mark
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Portside Hotel
Exterior
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.2 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (545)
"Parking was excellent, overall a very pleasant stay. Great location. "
Australia
Fraser
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Property grounds
Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.2 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (152)
"Great stay, well maintained and clean"
Australia
David
Senator Motor Inn
Reception
White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 7.5 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (345)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Wayne
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
White Heron Motor Lodge
Terrace/patio
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 6.9 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (555)
"Was very quiet friendly staff everything aswesome enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Jeanette
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Balcony
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.2 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (791)
"Nice spot, handy to everything "
Australia
nicholas
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Emerald Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 8.8 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (65)
"The staff were great, room was small but clean and pleasant "
Australia
julie
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Travellers Inn Motel
View from room
Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 9.2 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331)
"Nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Property grounds
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 8.6 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (103)
"Staff were super friendly and room was clean"
Australia
Marc
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Front of property – evening/night
Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 7.3 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (356)
"Great location, clean and tidy. Friendly staff."
Australia
Louise
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
Superior Studio
Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 7.7 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (209)
"Clean and quiet"
Australia
Murray
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Bella Vista Gisborne
Glamping Tent 4 People, Shared Bathroom
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
2.0 star property
4.7 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (18)
" We were pretty close to the main road with a lot of noise and tucked away from the seaview, as we were round the back of the reception hut. "
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Outdoor pool
Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 7.5 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (118)
"Great place to stay on my trip to Gisborne and would stay again."
Australia
mattt
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Teal Motor Lodge
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom
Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 8.8 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (70)
"I only had a quick stay. It was good for what I needed, a good sleep after a long travel day. The room was simple but comfortable."
New Zealand
W H
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Colonial on Gladstone
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 14.3 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is €229
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Matawhero Wines
Exterior
Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel
2.0 star property
Awapuni, 7.5 km from Makorori Headland Trailhead
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"heat pump didnt heat, unit was freezing, there was no extra heating available, the water in shower went hot and cold."
Australia
Raymond
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Ahikaa Gisborne Motel
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Top Makorori Headland Trailhead Hotel Reviews

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Quiet and the running water from the pool made it feel like we were far away "
Ebony 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Emerald Hotel

Hotels near other Makorori Headland Trailhead attractions

Titirangi Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Titirangi Reserve, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House

4.2/5 (27 reviews)
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.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Makorori Headland Trailhead?
Makorori Headland Trailhead is located in Gisborne. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. You'll find 64 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Makorori Headland Trailhead?
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 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Makorori Headland Trailhead. Other good options within 5 miles include Waikanae Beach Motel and Motel Oasis, Gisborne.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Makorori Headland Trailhead?
Expedia has 64 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Makorori Headland Trailhead.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Makorori Headland Trailhead, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Makorori Headland Trailhead.
What can I see and do near Makorori Headland Trailhead?
You can wander around Eastwoodhill Arboretum, Kaiti Hill or Longbush Reserve if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Okitu Beach, Wainui Beach and Makorori Beach. Bring the family to Titirangi Reserve, Cook Observatory and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf while you're checking out the area near Makorori Headland Trailhead.