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30 Oct - 1 Nov
In two weeks
6 Nov - 8 Nov
In one month
20 Nov - 22 Nov
In two months
18 Dec - 20 Dec

Our top choices for Gisborne motels

A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

1. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (614 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking, great staff"
Australia
Leena
The price is ฿2,620
฿3,013 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

2. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (98 reviews)
"Good size rooms. Everything you need, cooker, microwave, toaster, jug, wifi. Parking right outside your room door. Comfortable bed. Got room serviced daily. Very friendly manager. Great location."
Australia
shafeen
The price is ฿2,592
฿2,981 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Travellers Inn Motel
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

3. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (388 reviews)
"Best place in Gisborne"
Australia
Todd
The price is ฿3,105
฿3,571 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
White Heron Motor Lodge
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

4. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (518 reviews)
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Australia
Shixu
The price is ฿2,396
฿2,756 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

5. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (568 reviews)
"Have stayed here a few times. Has everything. Walking distance to restaurants and CBD and, walkway to the beach."
Australia
Megan
The price is ฿3,253
฿3,741 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

6. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (396 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is ฿2,868
฿3,299 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Waikanae Beach Motel
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.

7. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Clean room, good location, nice staff"
United States
Graeme
The price is ฿3,595
฿4,134 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Senator Motor Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

8. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
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 ฿3,023
฿3,476 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Bella Vista Gisborne
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

9. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay opposite Harry Barker Reserve. Exceptionally clean and comfortable. Would recommend and stay here again."
New Zealand
Marcus
The price is ฿1,948
฿2,241 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

10. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Great stay "
Australia
Linda
The price is ฿3,713
฿4,270 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Teal Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

11. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (73 reviews)
"Good Value accessable being flat. Nicely located to town"
Australia
Neville
The price is ฿2,709
฿3,115 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Colonial on Gladstone
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

12. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is ฿3,142
฿3,614 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

13. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is ฿3,225
฿3,709 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Tudor Park Motel
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Top Gisborne Hotel Reviews

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect spot for the night. Great room clean. Best I've stayed in gisborne. Come monthly for work so will be back."
Dave 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
White Heron Motor Lodge

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Gisborne Motels information

Number of reviews
2,826
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,241
Highest Price
฿4,270

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Gisborne?
If you can't find a motel in Gisborne, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find something similar from over 70 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Gisborne?
Captain Cook Motor Lodge: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel Oasis, Gisborne: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Waikanae Beach Motel: Enjoy access to the library, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Alfresco Motor Lodge: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels can I expect to find in Gisborne?
Expedia has 14 economical motels in Gisborne.
What can I do in Gisborne?
Those who've visited Gisborne love the beaches. Take time for sightseeing and enjoy all there is to do in this family-friendly area. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Kaiti Hill, Midway Beach and Wainui Beach. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Titirangi Reserve and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Tairawhiti Museum, Gisborne Harbour and Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House.
What's the weather like in Gisborne?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Gisborne to help you plan yours: 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 Gisborne is 1064 mm.
What are my options for getting around Gisborne while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Gisborne to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Gisborne (GIS), which is located 1.9 mi (3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.