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Our top choices for Makaraka hotels

A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

1. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.5 km from Makaraka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (391 reviews)
"Best place in Gisborne"
Australia
Todd
The price is AED 334
AED 384 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
White Heron Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

2. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.2 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"We really had a nice stay here. The place is neat and the bed and linens are comfy!! Stephen is soo friendly and very accommodating and he always happy to help and would often check if there was anything we needed.. We really appreciated how welcoming and helpful he was throughout our stay. Would definitely recommend!"
Australia
Christian Albert
The price is AED 274
AED 315 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Travellers Inn Motel
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

3. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.4 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (618 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking, great staff"
Australia
Leena
The price is AED 280
AED 321 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

4. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 6 km from Makaraka
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (874 reviews)
"Good location, clean room and spacious"
Australia
David
The price is AED 284
AED 327 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Emerald Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

5. 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 AED 321
AED 370 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Bella Vista Gisborne
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

6. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.1 km from Makaraka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (456 reviews)
"Great location in downtown and great views of the Port. Parking onsite was convenient and close to many restaurant/cafe options. Friendly staff, quick and efficient check in and check out process. Rooms were exactly as listed with very clean facilities and amenities to use while travelling."
Australia
Crystal
The price is AED 412
AED 475 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Portside Hotel
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

7. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 2.9 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (364 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is AED 261
AED 300 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

8. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.5 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"Great stay "
Australia
Linda
The price is AED 377
AED 433 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Teal Motor Lodge
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wicker chair, and a metal chair.

9. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.1 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (399 reviews)
"Returning guest - value for money"
Australia
Noel
The price is AED 292
AED 336 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Waikanae Beach Motel
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

10. 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, (570 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is AED 346
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

11. 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 AED 353
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

12. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 3.6 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (226 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is AED 344
AED 396 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Tudor Park Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

13. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.2 km from Makaraka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (74 reviews)
"Good Value accessable being flat. Nicely located to town"
Australia
Neville
The price is AED 289
AED 332 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Colonial on Gladstone
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)
"Clean room, good location, nice staff"
United States
Graeme
The price is AED 384
AED 441 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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, (224 reviews)
"Lovely sized family space, short stay but great accommodation thank you"
Australia
Merianne
The price is AED 276
AED 318 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

16. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 9.1 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (520 reviews)
"Booked on the afternoon of stay as unexpectedly had to stay the night in Gisborne. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Was a relief to find somewhere as well as fairly central to CBD."
Australia
Dorothy
The price is AED 292
AED 336 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

17. 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 AED 772
AED 888 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Matawhero Wines
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

18. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.1 km from Makaraka
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Outstandingly comfortable bed, great toiletries, beautiful view, quiet, and hosts are excellent."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is AED 429
AED 493 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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 AED 489
AED 563 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Cedar House
A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

20. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 10.3 km from Makaraka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 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 AED 384
AED 444 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Ocean Beach Wainui
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Compare popular hotels in Makaraka

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.
White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
391 reviews
View
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.
Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
456 reviews
View
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.
Whispering Sands Motel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
20 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.
Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
99 reviews
View
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.
Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
364 reviews
View

Where to stay in Makaraka

Find the best Makaraka 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.

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 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.

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

While visiting Awapuni, you might make a stop by sights like Midway Beach and Kiwa Pools Gisborne.

Outer Kaiti

While Outer Kaiti isn't home to many top sights, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Tairawhiti Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Makaraka Hotel Reviews

A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.
White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
Te Hapara

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, spacious room. Very comfortable bed. Great kitchen facilities. Quiet. The only negative was the shower - its not enclosed so water gets all over the tile floor which is slippery and potentially dangerous. Would definitely recommend this motel
United States
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed March 17, 2020
White Heron 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 neighborhood 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, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Makaraka.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Makaraka?

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What can I see and do in this Gisborne neighborhood?

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.

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