Makaraka

Gisborne

Popular places to visit

East Coast Museum of Technology

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by East Coast Museum of Technology in Gisborne.

East Coast Museum of Technology

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 Hospital

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.

Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House

Gisborne Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Gisborne Harbour

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.

Tairawhiti Museum

Gisborne Wine Centre

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gisborne Wine Centre during your travels to Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Gisborne Wine Centre

Top hotels in Makaraka

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

4.5 out of 5
13 Gladstone Road,Gisborne 4040, Gisborne
The price is P4,693 per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
P4,693
P5,397 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (762 reviews)
"Central location, reasonably priced, very clean and spacious rooms."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Emerald Hotel
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Reads Quay, Gisborne
The price is P6,188 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P6,188
P7,116 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (414 reviews)
"I absolutely can't get enough of this place. I love the decor and lounge in the common areas. The welcoming vibe of this hotel draws me in. A great place to relax and unwind."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Portside Hotel
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne
The price is P5,127 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
P5,127
P5,897 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (547 reviews)
"Loved the clean room (with excellent shower and heating) and the location."

Reviewed on Aug 30, 2025

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel

3 out of 5
19 Salisbury Road, Gisborne
The price is P4,693 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
P4,693
P5,397 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (339 reviews)
"Room was good, bed comfortable, clean, lovely friendly manager. Nothing negative"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Waikanae Beach Motel
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

4 out of 5
24 Reads Quay (Cnr Pitt St), Gisborne
The price is P5,535 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
P5,535
P6,366 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (530 reviews)
"Property was tidy and clean. Had an awesome river walkway just across the road"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
2 Childers rd, Gisborne
The price is P7,048 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P7,048
P8,105 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Gisborne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana and Longbush ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"Large spacious unit and very clean."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Senator Motor Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Makaraka

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Gisborne Airport

While Gisborne Airport isn't home to many top sights, Midway Beach and Bushmere Estate are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gisborne Airport
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Matawhero

If you're spending some time in Matawhero, Matawhero Wines and Bushmere Estate are top sights worth seeing.

Matawhero
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Lytton West

While there might not be top attractions in Lytton West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Eastwoodhill Arboretum.

Lytton West
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Elgin

When in Elgin, you can plan a visit to Midway Beach and Gisborne Botanic Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Elgin
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Makauri

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Makauri and surrounding area, you can visit Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Midway Beach.

Makauri
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Riverdale

While there might not be top attractions in Riverdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Midway Beach.

Riverdale

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