Makaraka
Gisborne
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Emerald Hotel
"I stayed here before when it was a 24 hour hotel. Beautiful, large rooms. Mine was completely updated, because of competition it is now room only and a 12 hour reception. But my suite was huge, cheap.beautiful balcony onto river and just a fantastic family space. Glass lift. I have stayed in portside ..."
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Portside Hotel
"Price was a bit on thd high side for what you got. No Sky TV had to find somewhere else to watch the Rugby Test match."
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Reviewed on Sep 5, 2026

Waikanae Beach Motel

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

Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana 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, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill 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 Midway Beach and Tairawhiti Museum.
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 Harbour.



