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Our top choices for Te Karaka hotels

Front of property – evening/night
Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (66)
"The rooms were very nice, clean comfortable beds, bathroom clean and hygienic tape over toilet to show its clean!"
Australia
Lucy
Travelling with friends
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Travellers Inn Motel
Front of property – evening/night
Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (357)
"bed comfortable, clean, lovely friendly manager"
Australia
Doris
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
Exterior
208 Lake Road

208 Lake Road

208 Lake Road
2.5 star property
Waituhi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Fantastic stay, very unique property with great facilities in the main unit and quirky pod for sleeping!"
Australia
Justin
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$314
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
208 Lake Road
Outdoor pool
Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (119)
"Well equipped kitchen and large TV"
Australia
Warwick
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Teal Motor Lodge
Property grounds
Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (153)
"Great sized room with a huge bed."
United Kingdom
KEVIN
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Senator Motor Inn
Glamping Tent 4 People, Shared Bathroom
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
2.0 star property
Makorori
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (19)
"easy check-in and entry, beautifully decorated, private kitchenette, private bathroom, comfortable bed facing the ocean in front of a huge picture window"
United States
Debra
Travelling solo
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is AU$384
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Matawhero Wines
Compact 1 Bedroom Balcony | Terrace/patio
Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (164)
"The room was very clean and spacious, would definitely stay again."
Australia
SUSAN
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
Ocean Beach Wainui
Balcony
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (793)
"I was surprised at the size of the rooms—they were very generous."
Australia
Moana
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan 2026
Emerald Hotel
Superior Studio
Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (210)
"What a great spot at the Fringe of town. Clean, convenient, cozy! Plus Netflix, which I don’t have at home, so a treat to me."
United States
Joanne
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Bella Vista Gisborne
Outdoor pool
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (425)
"the room was very comfortable with good cooking facilities"
Australia
Dean
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Portside Hotel
Exterior
Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Amazing location and host."
Australia
Terry
The price is AU$258
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Whispering Sands Motel
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom
Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (70)
"I only had a quick stay. It was good for what I needed, a good sleep after a long travel day. The room was simple but comfortable."
New Zealand
W H
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Colonial on Gladstone
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (219)
"Awesome place, friendly staff, very comfortable accomodation, highly recommended."
Australia
William
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Beach nearby
Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (487)
"Room was huge and very clean."
Canada
Susan
The price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Exterior
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (546)
"Excellent communication excellent location warm nice shower"
Australia
Edaward
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Exterior
Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel
2.0 star property
Awapuni
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"heat pump didnt heat, unit was freezing, there was no extra heating available, the water in shower went hot and cold."
Australia
Raymond
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Ahikaa Gisborne Motel
Property grounds
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (103)
"Staff were super friendly and room was clean"
Australia
Marc
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Terrace/patio
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (556)
"Great location, conveniently close to the centre of Gisborne within walking distance."
Australia
Vicki
Travelling solo
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Reception
White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (347)
"Excellent staff, great clean rooms, I stay here every month for work and never look anywhere else!"
Australia
Trent
Travelling for business
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
White Heron Motor Lodge
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Top Te Karaka Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Te Karaka

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel, next to the town center and walkable to beautiful sites. It was a perfect location. "
Joanne 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Portside Hotel

More cheap accommodation in Te Karaka

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

516 Whangara Rd Makorori
The price is AU$132 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
AU$132
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (19 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Te Karaka?
Located 16.4 mi (26.5 km) from the heart of Te Karaka, Emerald Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your trip to the area are Waikanae Beach Motel and Portside Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Te Karaka.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Te Karaka has to offer?
Matawhero Wines: This holiday home rental outside of Te Karaka offers a furnished balcony, a private garden and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. This holiday rental also comes with free parking to give you added peace of mind. See all vacation rentals in Te Karaka.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Te Karaka, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Te Karaka.
What is staying in Te Karaka like?
Visitors to Te Karaka will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 88 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Te Karaka.
What should I see while I'm in Te Karaka?
Places to visit in the wider area include Matawhero Wines, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Midway Beach. You'll also find Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Harbour in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Te Karaka guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Te Karaka?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Te Karaka is 1064 mm.

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