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.
Makaraka Hotel Deals
Emerald Hotel
First let me say the staff were very friendly and pleasant. My room was large and sparse. It was in need of some refurbishment. Carpet was worn and tired. There were plaster marks on the wall where damage had been fixed but not painted. There was a lot of road noise and when the traffic started at ...
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
Had a very pleasant two night stay and our host was very personable, helpful and very friendly. Our king bed was comfortable and linen was spotless. Motel is walking distance to the town centre and across the road from the beach
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Portside Hotel
My favourite was the ground-floor room facing the city — peaceful, immaculate, and beautifully presented. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, ensuring a great night’s rest. The staff were warm and welcoming, and reception was very accommodating, promptly providing swim towels when needed. The ...
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Room was clean and tidy, staff were friendly, pool was great temperature and they provided pool towels for us. Location was perfect for what we were after
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
White Heron Motor Lodge
Kitchen was clean and well equipped. Very central location
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Very friendly, helpful check-in, clean, great locatioin.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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 Gisborne Botanic Gardens.
Matawhero
If you're spending some time in Matawhero, Bushmere Estate and Matawhero Wines 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.
