Makaraka Travel Guide
Gisborne
Popular places to visit
Titirangi Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Titirangi Reserve, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
East Coast Museum of Technology
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by East Coast Museum of Technology in Gisborne.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Kaiti Hill
Explore the great outdoors at Kaiti Hill, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Tairawhiti Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tairawhiti Museum in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Cook Monument
Find out about the history of Gisborne when you spend time at Cook Monument. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Tairāwhiti Gisborne: Guided City Bike Tour
Top hotels in Makaraka
Emerald Hotel
"My room was clean and spacious. The air conditioner kept the room warm and comfortable. The views and privacy were great and the receptionist was helpful and polite. I would recommend the Emerald Hotel as a great place to stay while visiting the Gisborne area."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
"Nice Motel but a bit noisy from logging trucks from very early in the morning. Comfy bed and great TV. If you’re an early riser it’s a good place to stay."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
"The most friendly staff I have had at a hotel in a while. Such a lovely welcome!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Portside Hotel
"A great location and great staff. A very comfortable stay."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
"Nice place to stay."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Makaraka
Gisborne Airport
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gisborne Airport and surrounding area, you can visit Sunshine Brewery and Midway Beach.
Elgin
While there might not be top attractions in Elgin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sunshine Brewery and Tairawhiti Museum.
Riverdale
When in Riverdale, you can plan a visit to Sunshine Brewery and Wrights Vineyard & Winery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lytton West
While Lytton West isn't home to many top sights, Sunshine Brewery and Wrights Vineyard & Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Matawhero
While visiting Matawhero, you might make a stop by sights like Matawhero Wines and Bushmere Estate.
Te Hapara
When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Sunshine Brewery and Midway Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
