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Our top choices for Matawhero hotels

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

1. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is ฿7,449
฿8,567 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Matawhero Wines
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

2. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 6.2 km from Matawhero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (379 reviews)
"Very helpful reception upon checking in. The room was very clean, comfortable and an excellent shower facilities. Being able to park in the same premeises in front of the room gives added peace of mind of having my vehicle securely parked."
Australia
Andras
The price is ฿3,219
฿3,702 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
White Heron Motor Lodge
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

3. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 9.6 km from Matawhero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (514 reviews)
"Great last Minuit booking, will be booking again 💝"
Australia
Rarua
The price is ฿2,468
฿2,838 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

4. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 5 km from Matawhero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (358 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is ฿2,516
฿2,893 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

5. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 6.3 km from Matawhero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is ฿2,823
฿3,246 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Tudor Park Motel
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

6. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 6.4 km from Matawhero
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (607 reviews)
"The cpt cooks is affordable clean and comfortable I would recommend this motel to all my friends"
Australia
Sylvia
The price is ฿2,698
฿3,102 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

7. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.4 km from Matawhero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is ฿3,236
฿3,721 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

8. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 6 km from Matawhero
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (392 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is ฿2,759
฿3,173 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Waikanae Beach Motel
A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

9. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (865 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is ฿3,050
฿3,508 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Emerald Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

10. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.3 km from Matawhero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay. "
Canada
Adrienne
The price is ฿2,670
฿3,070 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Travellers Inn Motel
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.

11. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Handy location and spacious"
Australia
Michelle
The price is ฿3,702
฿4,257 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Senator Motor Inn
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

12. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (449 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is ฿4,019
฿4,622 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Portside Hotel
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

13. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 6.2 km from Matawhero
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 ฿3,849
฿4,426 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Teal Motor Lodge
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

14. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)
"Very accessible to town"
Australia
BEN
The price is ฿3,372
฿3,878 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

15. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 6 km from Matawhero
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 ฿3,134
฿3,604 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Bella Vista Gisborne
A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

16. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.3 km from Matawhero
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is ฿2,790
฿3,208 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Colonial on Gladstone
A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

17. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 10.9 km from Matawhero
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 ฿3,311
฿3,807 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Ocean Beach Wainui
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

18. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 6 km from Matawhero
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Amazing location and host."
Australia
Terry
The price is ฿3,525
฿4,054 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Whispering Sands Motel
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

19. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 6.2 km from Matawhero
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 ฿2,674
฿3,075 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

20. Cedar House

Cedar House
4.0 star property
Whataupoko, 7.5 km from Matawhero
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 ฿4,062
฿4,671 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Cedar House
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Where to stay in Matawhero

Find the best Matawhero areas 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 pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

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 Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House 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 Matawhero Hotel Reviews

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely"
Gaye 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
White Heron Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Matawhero?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Gisborne's Matawhero neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Matawhero Wines and Bushmere Estate as part of your Matawhero travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Matawhero?
Based on our traveller data, Matawhero Wines is one of the top choices for your stay in Matawhero. This holiday home offers a winery and free breakfast.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Matawhero, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Matawhero.
What are the top things to see and do in Matawhero?
If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Matawhero, look into Matawhero Wines and Bushmere Estate. While you're out sightseeing, Eastland Kart Club and East Coast Museum of Technology are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.