Makaraka
Gisborne
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Stay near popular Makaraka attractions
Top hotels in Makaraka

Emerald Hotel
"Average stay The hotel is outdated. Heat pump did not work properly. Spacious room"
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Portside Hotel
"Comfortable and clean rooms, walking distance to restaurants and town centre. Service was crisp - information on wi fi etc would be good at check in."
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
"Very accessible to town"
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Waikanae Beach Motel
"Very quick checkin with a friendly, absolutely helpful receptionist staff member. The room was spacious and everything at hand Comfortable bed, had the best sleep Handy to the beach and not far from the town centre Our own secure parking right outside the door"
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026
Where to stay in Makaraka

Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.

Wainui
Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.

Kaiti
If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Kaiti Hill and Gisborne Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Whataupoko
While Whataupoko might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.
Outer Kaiti
While Outer Kaiti isn't home to many top sights, Tairawhiti Museum and Okitu Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.



