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1. Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Makorori
Australia
Jess
CA $115
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

2. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Tamarau
Australia
Shixu
CA $103
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Motel Oasis, Gisborne

3. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
Wainui
Australia
Kelvin
CA $129
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Ocean Beach Wainui

4. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
Lytton West
Australia
Jonathan
CA $117
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Tudor Park Motel

5. Cedar House

Cedar House
Whataupoko
New Zealand
Andrea
CA $169
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Cedar House

6. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
Te Hapara
Australia
Gaye
CA $132
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
White Heron Motor Lodge

7. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
Te Hapara
Australia
Raina
CA $108
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Travellers Inn Motel

8. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
Te Hapara
Australia
Bill
CA $105
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Alfresco Motor Lodge

9. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
Gisborne Central
Australia
Cameron
CA $124
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Emerald Hotel

10. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Te Hapara
Australia
warren
CA $134
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

11. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
Te Hapara
Australia
Teleise
CA $128
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Bella Vista Gisborne

12. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Awapuni
Australia
Sylvia
CA $106
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

13. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
Awapuni
Australia
Terry
CA $172
CA $198 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Whispering Sands Motel

14. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
Awapuni
Australia
Megan
CA $122
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Waikanae Beach Motel

15. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
Gisborne Central
Australia
Tertius
CA $154
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Portside Hotel

16. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
Gisborne Central
Australia
Michelle
CA $146
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Senator Motor Inn

17. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Gisborne Central
Australia
BEN
CA $135
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

18. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
Te Hapara
Australia
Damion
CA $154
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Teal Motor Lodge

19. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Awapuni
New Zealand
Peter
CA $104
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

20. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
Te Hapara
Australia
Sharukh
CA $112
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Colonial on Gladstone
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Stay near popular Tolaga Bay attractions

Cooks Cove Walkway

8.4/10 (11 reviews)
You can take time to visit Cooks Cove Walkway during your travels to Tolaga Bay.
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The historic 660-foot wharf invites visitors to fish for snapper or simply soak in coastal views. Nearby Cook's Cove Walkway rewards hikers with dramatic cliff vistas and access to the secluded beach where Captain Cook once landed.

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A pier extending into turquoise waters with a rocky cliff on the right.

Top Tolaga Bay Hotel Reviews

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We’ve stayed before and always been very pleased. The room could probably do with a little lick of paint, a few marks on the wall."
Clive 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Portside Hotel
Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Our room was very clean. Shower was awesome. Kitchen was great. We got an upgrade in our room which was a bonus."
Raina 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Travellers Inn Motel
Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Shixu 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely"
Gaye 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
White Heron Motor Lodge
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

8/10 Good
"Very accessible to town"
BEN 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.

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."
Tara M. 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.
Ocean Beach Wainui

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."
Kelvin 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Ocean Beach Wainui
The Coasty Bach | Cosy Cottage | Rest & Reset

The Coasty Bach | Cosy Cottage | Rest & Reset

10/10 Excellent
"Thankyou for the use of the cosy bachEverything was as promised, Larissa was in contact regularly to ensure our stay was successful.We would highly recommend this property"
Julie S. 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Coasty Bach | Cosy Cottage | Rest & Reset
The Verandah at Gisborne

The Verandah at Gisborne

8/10 Good
"Very spacious, lovely neighbourhood, had everything we needed. Was very cold when we arrived but good heating and electric blankets ensured we were toasty warm."
Sara P. 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Verandah at Gisborne

More cheap stays in Tolaga Bay

Te Puia Hot Springs Hotel

Te Puia Hot Springs Hotel

4689 Waiapu Road Te Puia Springs Gisborne
CA $85
CA $98 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Te Puia Hot Springs Hotel
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

516 Whangara Rd Makorori
CA $115
CA $132 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping
Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

61 Salisbury Road Gisborne Gisborne
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7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Tolaga Bay?
The best area to stay in Tolaga Bay is right in the heart of the village, particularly along the beachfront or near the Tolaga Bay Wharf.This is the main area of interest for visitors, offering direct access to the beach and the iconic Tolaga Bay Wharf, which is the longest in New Zealand. The village itself is compact, with a few local shops and eateries available. The main road, State Highway 35, runs through it, making it easy to navigate.Couples looking for a relaxing coastal escape will find this area ideal. You can enjoy strolls along the beach, walk the length of the historic wharf, and simply unwind by the sea. The pace of life here is unhurried, superb for those wanting to disconnect.Families will also appreciate staying in the main village area. The beach provides plenty of space for children to play, and the wharf offers a great experience for all ages, including fishing opportunities.
When is the best time to go to Tolaga Bay?
The best time to visit Tolaga Bay is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and sunny, great for outdoor activities.During this period, you can fully enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and watersports at the beach. The famous Tolaga Bay Wharf, the longest in New Zealand, is particularly pleasant for a stroll or fishing when the weather is fair. The warmer temperatures also make it ideal for exploring the coastal walkways, such as the track to Cooks Cove, which offers stunning views.Couples looking for a relaxing escape will find the summer months ideal for enjoying the tranquil surroundings and long daylight hours. It's a great time for picnics by the sea, evening walks along the wharf, and simply unwinding in a beautiful setting.Families will also appreciate the summer season for the range of activities available. The calm waters are suitable for children to paddle in, and there's plenty of space on the beach for games.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Tolaga Bay.
How much is the nightly rate at a Tolaga Bay hotel?
Prices for hotels in Tolaga Bay often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $98 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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