When is the best time to go to Matawhero?

The best time to go to Matawhero is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and sunny, great for enjoying the region's outdoor activities and vineyards. These months offer long daylight hours and average temperatures around 24°C, creating ideal conditions for exploring the local wineries, many of which are situated just a short drive from Matawhero along the Gisborne Wine Trail. Visitors can enjoy cellar door tastings and vineyard tours without the worry of rain. Autumn, from March to May, is also a lovely time to visit. The weather remains pleasant, with slightly cooler temperatures, usually around 20°C, and the vineyards are often bustling with harvest activities. This period is particularly appealing for couples looking for a more relaxed experience, perhaps enjoying a gourmet meal at a vineyard restaurant or a stroll through the changing colours of the landscape. While winter and spring can be cooler and wetter, the region still offers a pleasant escape for those who prefer fewer crowds and don't mind cooler temperatures.

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10 Best Hotels in Matawhero, Gisborne for 2026

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

1. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero

Mary

CA $339 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

2. White Heron Motor Lodge

Te Hapara, 6.2 km from Matawhero

Gaye

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

3. Travellers Inn Motel

Te Hapara, 5.3 km from Matawhero

Adrienne

CA $121 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

4. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Te Hapara, 5 km from Matawhero

Bill

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

5. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Tamarau, 9.6 km from Matawhero

Rarua

CA $116 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

6. Tudor Park Motel

Lytton West, 6.3 km from Matawhero

Jonathan

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

7. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Te Hapara, 5.4 km from Matawhero

warren

CA $154 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

8. Portside Hotel

Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero

Tertius

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

9. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Awapuni, 6.4 km from Matawhero

Sylvia

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

10. Waikanae Beach Motel

Awapuni, 6 km from Matawhero

Megan

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

11. Teal Motor Lodge

Te Hapara, 6.2 km from Matawhero

Damion

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

12. Bella Vista Gisborne

Te Hapara, 6 km from Matawhero

Teleise

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

13. Emerald Hotel

Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero

Cameron

CA $126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

14. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Awapuni, 6.2 km from Matawhero

Peter

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

15. Whispering Sands Motel

Awapuni, 6 km from Matawhero

Terry

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

16. Cedar House

Whataupoko, 7.5 km from Matawhero

Andrea

CA $185 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

17. Ocean Beach Wainui

Wainui, 10.9 km from Matawhero

Kelvin

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

18. Colonial on Gladstone

Te Hapara, 5.3 km from Matawhero

Sharukh

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

19. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero

BEN

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.

20. Senator Motor Inn

Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero

Michelle

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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Where to stay in Matawhero

Find the best Matawhero areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Two people walking on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Sunshine Brewery and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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A coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea, a small island, and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.

Kaiti

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

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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 Botanic Gardens.

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A paved walkway along a grassy area with a view of a body of water and distant mountains.

Awapuni

While visiting Awapuni, you might make a stop by sights like Midway Beach and Sunshine Brewing Company.

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Top Matawhero Hotel Reviews

Matawhero Wines

10/10 Excellent

"Well appointed clean, modern room with everything you need for a stay. Comfy bed! Very friendly and welcoming staff. Generoua breakfast supplies provided. We loved sitting on the deck enjoying the wine as the sun went down and doing a sunrise walk amongst the vines with our dog. Will definitely stay again next time I come to Gisborne."

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

10/10 Excellent

"I was made welcome by Hannah. The room was spacious, clean and warm with comfortable beds. Towels, tea, coffee and hot chocolate were provided along with fresh milk. There was a microwave and small fridge in the room with a supply of crockery and cutlery. Everything was as good as may be expected for the room rate."

Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.

10/10 Excellent

"Fantabulous architectural creativity, lighting shadows cool, sea presence, mighty - breathtaking! Gratitude in abundance. The most comfortable bed ever I've slept. Wunderful to be home..Gisborne Tuesday Night Pub Choir at Smash Palace with the huge fire! New surf club oooosh no winter lunches surfed."

Ocean Beach Wainui

10/10 Excellent

"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."

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Our top choices for Matawhero hotels

1. Matawhero Wines

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3. Travellers Inn Motel

4. Alfresco Motor Lodge

5. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

6. Tudor Park Motel

7. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

8. Portside Hotel

9. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

10. Waikanae Beach Motel

11. Teal Motor Lodge

12. Bella Vista Gisborne

13. Emerald Hotel

14. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

15. Whispering Sands Motel

16. Cedar House

17. Ocean Beach Wainui

18. Colonial on Gladstone

19. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

20. Senator Motor Inn

Where to stay in Matawhero

Gisborne Central

Wainui

Kaiti

Whataupoko

Awapuni

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