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24 July - 26 July
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Our top choices for Makauri hotels

Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio

1. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 3.4 km from Makauri
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 AU$137
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
Tudor Park Motel
Property grounds

2. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 4.2 km from Makauri
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (355 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Unit 12: Access wheelchair unit

3. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.4 km from Makauri
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 AU$125
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Travellers Inn Motel
Reception

4. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.7 km from Makauri
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 reviews)
"Good Place Too Stay, good TV good staff."
Australia
Todd
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
White Heron Motor Lodge
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette

5. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.7 km from Makauri
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Compact Queen Studio

6. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.5 km from Makauri
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 AU$149
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Bella Vista Gisborne
Executive Suite, River View

7. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.3 km from Makauri
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (855 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Emerald Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

8. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 7.1 km from Makauri
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (600 reviews)
"Good place to stay reasonable tariff, clean, convenient and close to town amenities. Would definitely stay there again ."
Australia
Christine
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool

9. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.7 km from Makauri
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 AU$180
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
Teal Motor Lodge
Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds

10. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.5 km from Makauri
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Colonial on Gladstone
Beach nearby

11. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 10.6 km from Makauri
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (512 reviews)
"Cleanest hotel ever stayed in most amazing staff fair price ... this is the place to stay 👌"
Australia
Kelby
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Front of property – evening/night

12. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 6.9 km from Makauri
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (391 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Waikanae Beach Motel
Outdoor pool

13. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.6 km from Makauri
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (446 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Portside Hotel
Pool

14. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.4 km from Makauri
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Handy location and spacious"
Australia
Michelle
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Senator Motor Inn
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

15. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 5.8 km from Makauri
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is AU$363
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Matawhero Wines
Exterior

16. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.5 km from Makauri
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (562 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Exterior

17. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 6.9 km from Makauri
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Fabulous"
Australia
Maree
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Whispering Sands Motel
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

18. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 7 km from Makauri
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (221 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 AU$137
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view

19. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 11.6 km from Makauri
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 AU$172
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Ocean Beach Wainui
Spa

20. Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
2.0 star property
15.3 km from Makauri
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"Amazing views. Enjoyed accessing the spa and sauna"
Australia
Mere
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
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Our guide on where to stay in Makauri

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

Wainui

Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

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.

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

While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Kaiti Hill and Gisborne Harbour.

Whataupoko

While there might not be top attractions in Whataupoko, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.

Outer Kaiti

Outer Kaiti might not have many top sights, but Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Tairawhiti Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Makauri Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Makauri

Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne

10/10 Excellent
"Located is perfect and the room is very clean.The staff is very helpful"
Teleise 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Bella Vista Gisborne

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Makauri?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Gisborne's Makauri neighbourhood. Consider a visit to The Milton Vineyard as part of your Makauri travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Makauri?
For your stay in Makauri, Nelson Road AirBnB - last house on the edge of town, 5 mins from the city centre is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Makauri, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Makauri.
What are the top things to see and do in Makauri?
The Milton Vineyard is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Makauri. While you're out sightseeing in Gisborne, make sure that you visit other sights such as East Coast Museum of Technology or Bushmere Estate.

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