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Our top choices for Whataupoko hotels

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

1. Cedar House

Cedar House
4.0 star property
Whataupoko
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a fabulous house beautifully presented. The hosts were amazing and helpful and friendly. Complimentary cake, chocolate and drink was above and beyond along with a nice breakfast daily too."
New Zealand
Andrea
The price is P8,822
P10,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Cedar House
A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

2. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1.7 km from Whataupoko
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (872 reviews)
"Good location, clean room and spacious"
Australia
David
The price is P5,645
P6,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Emerald Hotel
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

3. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.1 km from Whataupoko
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (388 reviews)
"Best place in Gisborne"
Australia
Todd
The price is P5,957
P6,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
White Heron Motor Lodge
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

4. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.1 km from Whataupoko
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (455 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is P7,439
P8,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Portside Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

5. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.3 km from Whataupoko
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"We really had a nice stay here. The place is neat and the bed and linens are comfy!! Stephen is soo friendly and very accommodating and he always happy to help and would often check if there was anything we needed.. We really appreciated how welcoming and helpful he was throughout our stay. Would definitely recommend!"
Australia
Christian Albert
The price is P4,941
P5,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Travellers Inn Motel
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.

6. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1.9 km from Whataupoko
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Clean room, good location, nice staff"
United States
Graeme
The price is P6,851
P7,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Senator Motor Inn
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

7. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 2 km from Whataupoko
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (568 reviews)
"Have stayed here a few times. Has everything. Walking distance to restaurants and CBD and, walkway to the beach."
Australia
Megan
The price is P6,241
P7,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

8. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 2.7 km from Whataupoko
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Outstandingly comfortable bed, great toiletries, beautiful view, quiet, and hosts are excellent."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is P7,659
P8,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Whispering Sands Motel
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

9. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 2.4 km from Whataupoko
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking, great staff"
Australia
Leena
The price is P4,993
P5,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

10. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 3.7 km from Whataupoko
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay opposite Harry Barker Reserve. Exceptionally clean and comfortable. Would recommend and stay here again."
New Zealand
Marcus
The price is P4,656
P5,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

11. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.1 km from Whataupoko
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is P6,304
P7,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

12. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 2.6 km from Whataupoko
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (397 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is P5,503
P6,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Waikanae Beach Motel
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

13. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 2.5 km from Whataupoko
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 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 P5,642
P6,488 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

14. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.1 km from Whataupoko
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Great stay "
Australia
Linda
The price is P7,123
P8,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Teal Motor Lodge
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

15. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 4.1 km from Whataupoko
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (518 reviews)
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Australia
Shixu
The price is P4,567
P5,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

16. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 3.5 km from Whataupoko
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is P6,146
P7,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Tudor Park Motel
A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

17. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 4.8 km from Whataupoko
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Excellent stay in Wainui Beach. The location was perfect, just a very short walk from the beach, which made it ideal for watching the sunrise. The room was clean, comfortable and had everything I needed. Peaceful area and a great place to relax after a long day of driving. I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended."
Australia
Kelvin
The price is P6,883
P7,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Ocean Beach Wainui
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

18. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.3 km from Whataupoko
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Located is perfect and the room is very clean.The staff is very helpful"
Australia
Teleise
The price is P5,800
P6,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Bella Vista Gisborne
A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

19. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.3 km from Whataupoko
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (73 reviews)
"Good Value accessable being flat. Nicely located to town"
Australia
Neville
The price is P5,163
P5,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Colonial on Gladstone
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

20. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 9 km from Whataupoko
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is P13,786
P15,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Matawhero Wines
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Compare popular hotels in Whataupoko

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
Cedar House
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
2 reviews
View
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.
White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
388 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.
Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
99 reviews
View
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.
Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
362 reviews
View
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
518 reviews
View

Where to stay in Whataupoko

Find the best Whataupoko areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.

Wainui

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

A white car parked on grass next to a tent by a body of water with hills in the background.
Photo by Hallie Smyth
Open Photo by Hallie Smyth

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art and Gisborne Botanic Gardens 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

If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill are top sights worth seeing.

A paved walkway along a grassy area with a view of a body of water and distant mountains.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Awapuni

While visiting Awapuni, you might make a stop by sights like Midway Beach and Kiwa Pools Gisborne.

Outer Kaiti

While Outer Kaiti isn't home to many top sights, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Tairawhiti Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Whataupoko Hotel Reviews

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"It was good"
Janine 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Whataupoko like?
Travelers to the Whataupoko neighborhood in Gisborne will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Tairawhiti Museum as part of your Whataupoko travel plans.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Whataupoko area?
Book one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in Whataupoko and start exploring everything Gisborne has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Whataupoko, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Whataupoko.
What can I see and do in this Gisborne neighborhood?
Tairawhiti Museum is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Whataupoko. While you're out sightseeing, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.

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