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White Heron Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Tranquil garden surroundings create a peaceful atmosphere at this welcoming lodge where the attentive staff makes guests feel completely at home

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White Heron Motor Lodge sits in the heart of Te Hapara, offering a quiet retreat for travelers. Guests can relax in the garden, connect using the in-room WiFi, and take advantage of extended parking options. The helpful staff consistently earns praise from visitors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Suite)

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Spa Suite)

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Spa Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (with Spa)

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (with Spa)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette (2 Bedoom Apartment)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette (2 Bedoom Apartment)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette (2 Bedoom Apartment)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Unit (Sleeps 4)

1 Bedroom Unit (Sleeps 4)

1 Bedroom Unit (Sleeps 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Te Hapara, a neighbourhood in Gisborne, White Heron Motor Lodge is near the airport and near the beach. Tairawhiti Museum and East Coast Museum of Technology are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf. Titirangi Reserve and Cook Observatory are also worth visiting. Visit our Gisborne travel guide
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Map
474 Gladstone Road, Gisborne, 4010

What's nearby

  • Eastwoodhill Arboretum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sunshine Brewery
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gisborne Botanic Gardens
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tairawhiti Museum
    4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gisborne Harbour
    5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS)
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    12 min walk
  • Curbside Kitchen
    16 min walk
  • Neighbourhood Pizzeria
    17 min walk
  • Columbus
    19 min walk
  • Gisborne Deli
    13 min walk

About this property

White Heron Motor Lodge

Upscale motel located in Te Hapara
White Heron Motor Lodge provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at White Heron Motor Lodge include comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1996
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

White Heron Motor Inn Gisborne
White Heron Motor Inn
White Heron Motor Gisborne
White Heron Motor
White Heron Motor Lodge Gisborne
White Heron Motor Lodge Motel
White Heron Motor Lodge Gisborne
White Heron Motor Lodge Motel Gisborne

Frequently asked questions

Is White Heron Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at White Heron Motor Lodge?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Heron Motor Lodge on 23 Mar 2026 start from AU$157, including 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 at White Heron Motor Lodge?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at White Heron Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at White Heron Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is White Heron Motor Lodge located?

Located in Te Hapara, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Sunshine Brewery, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Presbyterian Church. Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

White Heron Motor Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 351 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 351 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 351 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 351 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 351 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel heaps of room bed was very comfy and the front desk was very helpful. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run, clean & friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and nice room and quite the Aircon was good to have as was super hot weather . Would highly recommend staying here .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darwyyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge provided a comfortable and clean stay, and the staff were friendly and provided helpful recommendations. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really spacious, clean and comfortable. Really thought it was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very modern and spotless clean. Free Laundry a real bonus to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff always very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and nicely fitted out. Great friendly staff, thank you for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great clean rooms, I stay here every month for work and never look anywhere else!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time staying there, but it will not be my last. With my job requiring me to visit Gisborne this will always be my place to stay. Modern facility, clean, parking, handy to everything and a very lovely owner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big clean and very well equipped R
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff / clean / comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

K H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Experienced excellent nights sleep on comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katheleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
White Heron is a safe, place to relax, chill and close to the shops and town center. Recommend place to enjoy your stay in Gisborne..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here. A great property. Location is wonderful close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff clean comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy stay

First time there and it was perfect, well appointed room, very clean and tidy and bed was super comfortable. Lovely hosts and fast check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ex stay.Clean quiet comfy bed nice staff.Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt T

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room with everything you need. Comfortable bed and pillows. Free laundry.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Amenities
Comfortable, clean and quiet. Suite was large with Jetted corner tub.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was on a business trip but everything fitted in well, stable wifi for ZOOM and 50 TV Sports all appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
White Heron is a very clean, spacious and modern Motor Lodge. Offers free laundry service. The Staff are very polite and respectful. Very close to all amenities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Just lovely front house and sweet puppy dogs to have a pat x
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had only 1 night stay. Property was in a great spot. Room was clean big and well appointed. Didn’t notice any facilities but that doesn’t mean there were none. Bed was big and comfortable and really nice to have so many tv channels to choose from. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024