Makaraka
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 Hospital
Though Gisborne Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne while you are here.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
Learn about the local history of Gisborne when you spend time at Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Tairawhiti Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Tairawhiti Museum in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Top hotels in Makaraka
Emerald Hotel
The room was spotless and very big. Despite being the noisy room overlooking the street we had no issues with it. My only concern, lovely and friendly as they were was room service was too early and they walked in too soon to get to the door. A simple sign on the door to say we didnt need it would ...
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Portside Hotel
Neat and tidy
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
Great place
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Staff were nice friendly, beds were comfy, clean rooms, swimming pool was great our moko and her lil friend loved it and the use of the free washing machine made it even better going home with clean washing overal our whole experience was amazing we will definitely be back thank you
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Clean, everything was provided, the bed was comfortable. The foot mat matching the carpet needs replacing or rebinding. Air conditioning unit was in good working condtion
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Room was clean, kitchen area was very good, staff friendly and helpful. Quiet and plenty of parking.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Makaraka
Gisborne Airport
While Gisborne Airport isn't home to many top sights, Midway Beach and Bushmere Estate are some notable places to visit nearby.
Elgin
When in Elgin, you can plan a visit to Midway Beach and Eastwoodhill Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Riverdale
While there might not be top attractions in Riverdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Midway Beach.
Lytton West
While there might not be top attractions in Lytton West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Midway Beach.
Matawhero
If you're spending some time in Matawhero, Matawhero Wines and Bushmere Estate are top sights worth seeing.
Te Hapara
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Te Hapara and surrounding area, you can visit Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Midway Beach.
