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1. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (513 reviews)
"Cleanest hotel ever stayed in most amazing staff fair price ... this is the place to stay 👌"
Australia
Kelby
The price is AED 264
AED 305 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view

2. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 1.5 km from Tamarau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (169 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 AED 354
AED 409 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Ocean Beach Wainui
Outdoor pool

3. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.7 km from Tamarau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is AED 412
AED 479 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Portside Hotel
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

4. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 3.6 km from Tamarau
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (223 reviews)
"Staff are brilliant, pools great, rooms clean & tidy, location amazing, what more could you want. We are booked in again on our way back"
New Zealand
Peter
The price is AED 299
AED 347 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Exterior

5. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 3.8 km from Tamarau
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Fabulous"
Australia
Maree
The price is AED 324
AED 375 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Whispering Sands Motel
Front of property - evening/night

6. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 3.4 km from Tamarau
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (602 reviews)
"Nice and clean friendly staff"
Australia
Murray
The price is AED 288
AED 332 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Front of property - evening/night

7. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 3.8 km from Tamarau
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (391 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is AED 302
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Waikanae Beach Motel
Exterior

8. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.8 km from Tamarau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (562 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is AED 346
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Pool

9. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.9 km from Tamarau
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
The price is AED 404
AED 465 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Senator Motor Inn
Executive Suite, River View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

10. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.9 km from Tamarau
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (857 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is AED 302
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Emerald Hotel
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

11. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 10.7 km from Tamarau
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is AED 749
AED 863 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Matawhero Wines
Reception

12. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.6 km from Tamarau
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)
"This was an excellent choice = quiet, spacious rooms and close to town centre and eateries."
New Zealand
John
The price is AED 330
AED 383 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
White Heron Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool

13. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.6 km from Tamarau
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 AED 407
AED 471 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Teal Motor Lodge
Compact Queen Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

14. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.8 km from Tamarau
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 AED 342
AED 394 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Bella Vista Gisborne
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

15. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.7 km from Tamarau
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is AED 357
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

16. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.9 km from Tamarau
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is AED 289
AED 335 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Colonial on Gladstone
Unit 12: Access wheelchair unit | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

17. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 6 km from Tamarau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"Staff made this stay lovely - offered to take our bags, provided complimentary milk for tea, coffee and hot chocolate, pointed to nearest food and area amenities. Very friendly. The room was warm cozy, with enough space for my husband and I and our 8 year old son. Perfect for our needs. Would stay here again."
Australia
Brigita
The price is AED 288
AED 333 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Travellers Inn Motel
Property grounds

18. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 6.3 km from Tamarau
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (355 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is AED 277
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Spa

19. Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
2.0 star property
8.8 km from Tamarau
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Perfect place to unwind and have a relaxing time by the beach 🏖️"
Australia
Jess
The price is AED 302
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio

20. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 6.8 km from Tamarau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Have stayed at the Tudor Inn many times as the location is convenient to our activities while in Gisborne."
Australia
Alistair
The price is AED 310
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Tudor Park Motel
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Where to stay in Tamarau

Find the best Tamarau areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.

Wainui

Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.

Two people walking on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.
Photo by Gracen Verheyden
Open Photo by Gracen Verheyden

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Sunshine Brewery are top sights worth seeing.

Whataupoko

While Whataupoko might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.

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

If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill are top sights worth seeing.

Outer Kaiti

While Outer Kaiti isn't home to many top sights, Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Tamarau Hotel Reviews

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

8/10 Good
"Central. Clean and tidy. Onsite car parking. Spacious rooms. Recommend."
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Emerald Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Tamarau?
Travelers to Gisborne's Tamarau neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood.
What's a favorite place to stay in Tamarau?
For your stay in Tamarau, Motel Oasis, Gisborne is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Tamarau, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Tamarau.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Tamarau?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Tamarau, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in Tamarau?
A few places to visit in the area around Tamarau include Wainui Beach, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House, and Titirangi Reserve. While you're out sightseeing, Cook Observatory and Okitu Beach are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.