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Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (152)
"Great stay, well maintained and clean"
Australia
David
The price is ฿3,815
฿4,387 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Senator Motor Inn

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.7 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (345)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Wayne
The price is ฿3,302
฿3,797 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
White Heron Motor Lodge

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 0.9 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (545)
"Parking was excellent, overall a very pleasant stay. Great location. "
Australia
Fraser
The price is ฿2,987
฿3,436 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 2.4 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (486)
"The rooms were spotless and the staff were amazing! I really enjoyed my stay. "
Australia
Wendy Ellen
The price is ฿3,349
฿3,851 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 0.8 km from Cook Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (422)
"Great place to stay in Gisborne "
Australia
Mark
The price is ฿3,340
฿3,841 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Portside Hotel

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.3 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (555)
"Was very quiet friendly staff everything aswesome enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Jeanette
The price is ฿2,767
฿3,182 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.8 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (209)
"Clean and quiet"
Australia
Murray
The price is ฿2,893
฿3,327 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Bella Vista Gisborne

Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.7 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (118)
"Great place to stay on my trip to Gisborne and would stay again."
Australia
mattt
The price is ฿3,396
฿3,906 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Teal Motor Lodge

Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.6 km from Cook Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (355)
"Great location, clean and tidy. Friendly staff."
Australia
Louise
The price is ฿3,444
฿3,960 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Waikanae Beach Motel

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1.1 km from Cook Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (789)
"Nice spot, handy to everything "
Australia
nicholas
The price is ฿2,816
฿3,238 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Emerald Hotel

Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.6 km from Cook Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Amazing location and host."
Australia
Terry
The price is ฿4,670
฿5,370 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Whispering Sands Motel

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel
2.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.8 km from Cook Observatory
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 ฿3,991
฿4,589 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 8.5 km from Cook Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is ฿7,819
฿8,992 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Matawhero Wines

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.7 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Staff were super friendly and room was clean"
Australia
Marc
The price is ฿2,987
฿3,436 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 4.3 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331)
"Nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿2,900
฿3,335 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Alfresco Motor Lodge

Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 5 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (215)
"Simply a really nice place to stay with easy access."
Australia
Akanihi
The price is ฿2,593
฿2,982 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Tudor Park Motel

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 3.7 km from Cook Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (164)
"A wonderful place to stay!"
Australia
Rachael
The price is ฿3,412
฿3,924 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Ocean Beach Wainui

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4 km from Cook Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (63)
"The staff were great, room was small but clean and pleasant "
Australia
julie
The price is ฿2,606
฿2,997 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Travellers Inn Motel

Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.9 km from Cook Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (70)
"Very nice owner? at reception. Unit was very clean and smelt fresh. Needed a few refinements ie a hook on the bathroom door to hang clothes. For the price and it was very good Wil stay there again Thank you"
Australia
linda
The price is ฿2,594
฿2,983 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Colonial on Gladstone
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What's the area like around Cook Observatory?
Cook Observatory is located in an area of Gisborne known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 16 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Cook Observatory?
Emerald Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Cook Observatory. Other good options close by include Waikanae Beach Motel and Portside Hotel.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Cook Observatory?
Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cook Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cook Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Cook Observatory.
What can I see and do near Cook Observatory?
Enjoy the outdoors at Eastwoodhill Arboretum, Kaiti Hill or Longbush Reserve. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Midway Beach, Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach. Create some family memories at Titirangi Reserve and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf.