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1. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 2.9 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is AED 278
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Alfresco Motor Lodge
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 2.8 km from Makaraka
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is AED 731
AED 846 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Matawhero Wines
Unit 12: Access wheelchair unit | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

3. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.2 km from Makaraka
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 292
AED 336 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Travellers Inn Motel
Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. 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 AED 305
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Colonial on Gladstone
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

5. 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, (106 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is AED 358
AED 411 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio

6. 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 AED 310
AED 357 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Tudor Park Motel
Compact Queen Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

7. 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 346
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Bella Vista Gisborne
Outdoor pool

8. 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 AED 421
AED 485 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Teal Motor Lodge
Reception

9. 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, (377 reviews)
"This was an excellent choice = quiet, spacious rooms and close to town centre and eateries."
New Zealand
John
The price is AED 349
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
White Heron Motor Lodge
Exterior

10. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.1 km from Makaraka
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Amazing location and host."
Australia
Terry
The price is AED 335
AED 386 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Whispering Sands Motel
Front of property - evening/night

11. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.1 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (392 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is AED 303
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Waikanae Beach Motel
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

12. 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)
"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 290
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Front of property - evening/night

13. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.4 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (606 reviews)
"The cpt cooks is affordable clean and comfortable I would recommend this motel to all my friends"
Australia
Sylvia
The price is AED 283
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Executive Suite, River View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

14. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 6 km from Makaraka
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (863 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is AED 300
AED 346 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Emerald Hotel
Pool

15. 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 AED 405
AED 466 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Senator Motor Inn
Exterior

16. 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, (564 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is AED 365
AED 421 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Outdoor pool

17. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.1 km from Makaraka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is AED 429
AED 495 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Portside Hotel
50-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

18. 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 449
AED 516 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Cedar House
Beach nearby

19. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 9.1 km from Makaraka
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 262
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view

20. 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 AED 355
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sep - 5 Sep
Ocean Beach Wainui
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Where to stay in Makaraka

Find the best Makaraka areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.

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 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, Kaiti Hill and Gisborne Harbour 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.

Outer Kaiti

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

Top Makaraka Hotel Reviews

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui

10/10 Excellent
"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."
Kelvin 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Ocean Beach Wainui

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?
For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Makaraka, head over to our customer service page.
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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