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Mountain view

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 10.3 km from Makaraka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (168 reviews)
"What a wicked place to stay for couples. A Mexican restaurant onsite was a plus but the hot tub right by the bed was mean. The receptionist was lovely will definitely come back here"
Australia
Oriwa
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Ocean Beach Wainui
Spa

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
2.0 star property
15.8 km from Makaraka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24 reviews)
"Great place to relax.lovely environment "
Australia
Munendran
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Beach nearby

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 9.1 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (511 reviews)
"Clean room, kids enjoyed the spa bath."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is S$102
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 2.8 km from Makaraka
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is S$288
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Matawhero Wines
Exterior

Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.1 km from Makaraka
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Fabulous"
Australia
Maree
The price is S$133
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Whispering Sands Motel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.2 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (94 reviews)
"Comfy beds Good shower.Nice welcome.Would stay again"
Australia
Vicki
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Travellers Inn Motel
Front of property – evening/night

Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.1 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (389 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is S$129
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Waikanae Beach Motel
Outdoor pool

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.1 km from Makaraka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (445 reviews)
"A great location and great staff. A very comfortable stay."
Australia
Jacqui
The price is S$164
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Portside Hotel
Reception

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.5 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (373 reviews)
"Good Place Too Stay, good TV good staff."
Australia
Todd
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
White Heron Motor Lodge
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.3 km from Makaraka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (221 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 S$118
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Terrace/patio

Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 3.6 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Have stayed at the Tudor Inn many times as the location is convenient to our activities while in Gisborne."
Australia
Alistair
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Tudor Park Motel
Outdoor pool

Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.5 km from Makaraka
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 S$161
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Teal Motor Lodge
Pool

Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.1 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Handy location and spacious"
Australia
Michelle
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Senator Motor Inn
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 6 km from Makaraka
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (852 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Emerald Hotel
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.2 km from Makaraka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Colonial on Gladstone
Exterior

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 6.1 km from Makaraka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (560 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Property grounds

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 2.9 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (354 reviews)
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Front of property – evening/night

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 5.4 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (597 reviews)
"Very clean and tidy staff were very inviting will definetly stay again."
Australia
Eren
The price is S$115
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Private kitchenette

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.4 km from Makaraka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Just what we needed for a sort stay. Easy parking, great staff and clean, spacious and comfortable room!"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4.3 km from Makaraka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (218 reviews)
"Clean room | Friendly staff "
Australia
Christian Albert
The price is S$132
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Bella Vista Gisborne
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Where to stay in Makaraka

Find the best Makaraka areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.

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 Sunshine Brewery are top sights worth seeing.

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 Kaiti Hill.

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 Makaraka Hotel Reviews

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

8/10 Good
"Perfect location over looking river & walk to town. Large spacious room with 2 bedrooms. Main room has TV & lounge. Coffee/Tea making facilities & enormous picture window with large balcony. Also a Fridge & microwave."
Beverley 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Emerald Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Makaraka?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Gisborne's Makaraka neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to East Coast Museum of Technology as part of your Makaraka travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Makaraka, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Makaraka.
What can I see and do in this Gisborne neighbourhood?
East Coast Museum of Technology is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Makaraka. While you're out sightseeing, Bushmere Estate and Eastland Kart Club are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.

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