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Our top choices for Cook Observatory hotels

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1. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.6 km from Cook Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Fabulous"
Australia
Maree
The price is P5,459
P6,278 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Whispering Sands Motel
Pool

2. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Handy location and spacious"
Australia
Michelle
The price is P6,592
P7,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Senator Motor Inn
Exterior

3. 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, (559 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is P6,005
P6,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Reception

4. 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, (371 reviews)
"Good Place Too Stay, good TV good staff."
Australia
Todd
The price is P6,369
P7,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
White Heron Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool

5. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 0.8 km from Cook Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (445 reviews)
"A great location and great staff. A very comfortable stay."
Australia
Jacqui
The price is P7,158
P8,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Portside Hotel
Beach nearby

6. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 2.4 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (509 reviews)
"Clean room, kids enjoyed the spa bath."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is P4,395
P5,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Front of property - evening/night

7. 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, (594 reviews)
"Very clean and tidy staff were very inviting will definetly stay again."
Australia
Eren
The price is P4,804
P5,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Front of property - evening/night

8. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.6 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (386 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is P5,186
P5,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Waikanae Beach Motel
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

9. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.8 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (218 reviews)
"Clean room | Friendly staff "
Australia
Christian Albert
The price is P5,581
P6,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Bella Vista Gisborne
Outdoor pool

10. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.7 km from Cook Observatory
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 P6,855
P7,883 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Teal Motor Lodge
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

11. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.4 km from Cook Observatory
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 P5,186
P5,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

12. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1.1 km from Cook Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (846 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is P4,886
P5,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Emerald Hotel
Private spa tub

13. 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, (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 P5,763
P6,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Property grounds

14. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 4.3 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (354 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is P4,481
P5,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Alfresco Motor Lodge
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

15. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 8.5 km from Cook Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is P12,338
P14,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Matawhero Wines
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

16. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"Comfy beds Good shower.Nice welcome.Would stay again"
Australia
Vicki
The price is P4,754
P5,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Travellers Inn Motel
Mountain view

17. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 3.7 km from Cook Observatory
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 P6,553
P7,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Ocean Beach Wainui
Terrace/patio

18. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 5 km from Cook Observatory
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 P5,029
P5,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Tudor Park Motel
Bathroom

19. 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, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is P4,968
P5,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Colonial on Gladstone
Spa

20. Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
2.0 star property
10.5 km from Cook Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (23 reviews)
The price is P3,907
P4,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
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Compare popular hotels close to Cook Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
16 reviews
View
Pool
Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
161 reviews
View
Exterior
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
559 reviews
View
Reception
White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
371 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
445 reviews
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Top Cook Observatory Hotel Reviews

Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel

8/10 Good
"Good location in Gisborne -- returning visitor should indicate our satisfaction. Value for money ."
noel 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Waikanae Beach Motel

Hotels near other Cook Observatory attractions

Titirangi Reserve

8.6/5 (9 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Titirangi Reserve, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Frequently asked questions

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, check out the 16 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler 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 Captain Cook Motor Lodge and Portside Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Cook Observatory?
Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Cook Observatory.
What can I see and do near Cook Observatory?
Enjoy the outdoors at Kaiti Hill, Titirangi Reserve, or Longbush Reserve. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Midway Beach, Wainui Beach, and Okitu Beach. Gisborne Wine Centre, Gisborne Harbour, or Sunshine Brewing Company are some local sights worth checking out.