Waikanae Beach Motel

Property class: 3

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Located close to Waikanae Beach and Gisborne Skate Park, Waikanae Beach Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service
The current price is AED 317
AED 365 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

Room options

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a glass dining table, and a large window with curtains.

1 Bedroom Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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A living room with a grey sofa, a yellow pillow, a glass coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

1 Bedroom Triple

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, white walls, a blue blanket, yellow pillows, a nightstand with a vase of flowers, and two wall art pieces.

Studio with Kitchen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Family

A modern hotel room with a TV, a glass dining table, white chairs, a large flower painting, and a kitchen area.

2 Bedroom Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

One Bedroom Family Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Upstairs Studio

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small kitchenette.

Upstairs Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Garden

A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a grey sofa with red cushions, a white dining table with chairs, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

2 Bedroom Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

2 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Classic Apartment

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a painting, and a wicker chair.

Classic Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Studio Suite

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Awapuni, a neighborhood in Gisborne, Waikanae Beach Motel is near the airport and near the beach. Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Cook Monument are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waikanae Beach and Gisborne Skate Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Kiwa Pools Gisborne. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking. Visit our Gisborne travel guide
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Map
19 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, 4010

What's nearby

  • Waikanae Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Midway Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gisborne Harbour
    3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Tairawhiti Museum
    3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gisborne Botanic Gardens
    5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Anatolia
    12 min walk
  • Pizza Hut
    8 min walk
  • Burger King
    15 min walk
  • China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway
    14 min walk
  • Adrian’s Espresso
    16 min walk

About this property

Waikanae Beach Motel

  • Motel located near Waikanae Beach with rooms renovated in 2024
  • Located close to Gisborne Skate Park and Kiwa Pools Gisborne, Waikanae Beach Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • Breakfast (surcharge), access to a nearby indoor pool, and express check-in
    • Smoke-free premises, bicycle tour information, and barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Waikanae Beach Motel have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
    • Mini fridges, microwaves, and toasters

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Frequently asked questions

Is Waikanae Beach Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waikanae Beach Motel?

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waikanae Beach Motel on 25 October 2026 start from AED 317, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waikanae Beach Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 AM–noon for a fee.

What time is check-out at Waikanae Beach Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Waikanae Beach Motel located?

Located in Awapuni, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Waikanae Beach, Gisborne Skate Park, and Midway Beach. Kiwa Pools Gisborne and Tairawhiti Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Waikanae Beach Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 396 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room with comfortable bed in nice quiet area in excellent location. Would not hesitate to stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, helpful staff and a nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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Room spotless, staff lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a fantastic stay at the Waikanae Beach Motel. The staff were so friendly & kind sharing local recommendations + the room was clean and tidy. Would recommend to anyone staying in Gisborne.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice room which was clean and comfortable,staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing staff! Friendly and professional environment. Clean sheets, duvet and pillows. Clean bathroom. Definitely recommended. If I ever visit Gisborne again I would go and stay in again. ❤️👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The kitchen is nice with an air fryer to use. The room is clean with a beautiful sea view and close to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Had a very pleasant two night stay and our host was very personable, helpful and very friendly. Our king bed was comfortable and linen was spotless. Motel is walking distance to the town centre and across the road from the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The room was designed well and just a two minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great location, clean and tidy. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I think the owner of the motel that was behind the counter she was very welcoming and very helpful. The room was very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

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A tidy unit but very very dated & an awkward layout for the spare bedroom, the garden at the back of unit was pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff is helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly welcome. Clean room. Fully-equipped. Was able to park outside my room. Handy to the beach, and to a cafe that opened early in the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice clean friendly place to stay no worries
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Was close to town and beach Our room had bbq and picnic table lovely little garden Size of room was perfect , clean and beds comfortable Staff very helpful and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Manager really friendly, helpfull to make our stay easy to & comfortable etc. We very pleased with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Extremely comfortable stay. Check in was a breeze and we had the best nights sleep. In walking distance to the most beautiful beach and eating options. Definitely staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A lovely stay. Very friendly and helpful advice when asking for dining suggestions. Rooms very clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome

Awesome place to stay in Gisborne. Friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Liked ...Location, parking and price. Had an older apartment a little on the tired side. Everything was serviceable, coffee machine was a bonus. Couch was a touch close to the ground for me,but OK. Balcony made a noise when we went out , we erred on the side of caution and stayed off it. We enjoyed our time in Gisborne and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very welcoming. Very comfortable beds and a great location across the street for the sea shore. Really appreciated the loca recommendations
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like being near the beach in Gisborne. Motel close enough to town and eateries.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023