Title: 10 Best Hotels in Whataupoko, Gisborne for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Whataupoko hotels

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3560000/3556700/3556650/264b7a02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3560000/3556700/3556650/7f0470d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3560000/3556700/3556650/d0276e68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3560000/3556700/3556650/bc0484a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Alfresco Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Asure-Alfresco-Motor-Lodge.h3556650.Hotel-Information)

Te Hapara, 3.7 km from Whataupoko

9.4/10

Exceptional

(336 reviews)

"Nice place to stay. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Peter

CA $130

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Asure-Alfresco-Motor-Lodge.h3556650.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4776900/4776884/af4efa7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 Bedroom Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4776900/4776884/64ddc3bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4776900/4776884/b007cf1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4780000/4776900/4776884/20432925.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Captain Cook Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Captain-Cook-Motor-Lodge.h4776884.Hotel-Information)

Awapuni, 2.4 km from Whataupoko

8.8/10

Excellent

(558 reviews)

"Nice size room, comfy bed. Friendly staff."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Bev

CA $116

CA $135 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 17 - Feb 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Captain-Cook-Motor-Lodge.h4776884.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623729/1bab3a9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Street view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623729/e7f2cdc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623729/d247f337.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623729/c4fc08bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### White Heron Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-White-Heron-Motor-Lodge.h9623729.Hotel-Information)

Te Hapara, 2.1 km from Whataupoko

9.4/10

Exceptional

(349 reviews)

"Well run, clean & friendly"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Peter

CA $137

CA $159 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 17 - Feb 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-White-Heron-Motor-Lodge.h9623729.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627200/19788086.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627200/7321b47a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Twin Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627200/a48974fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Unit | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627200/3065de7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Pacific-Harbour-Motor-Inn.h9627200.Hotel-Information)

Gisborne Central, 2 km from Whataupoko

9.2/10

Wonderful

(549 reviews)

"Room was spacious, clean and the view was a bonus. Stay solo overnight, staff was friendly and welcoming. Close to town centre, highly recommended. Definitely will stay there again. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jolynn

CA $129

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 17 - Feb 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Pacific-Harbour-Motor-Inn.h9627200.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625600/9625565/005cd090.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 Bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625600/9625565/2b7cc890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Family Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625600/9625565/a5d1bbe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Family Garden | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625600/9625565/dba50201.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Waikanae Beach Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Waikanae-Beach-Motel.h9625565.Hotel-Information)

Awapuni, 2.6 km from Whataupoko

8.6/10

Excellent

(362 reviews)

"We had a fantastic stay at the Waikanae Beach Motel. The staff were so friendly & kind sharing local recommendations + the room was clean and tidy. Would recommend to anyone staying in Gisborne. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Catherine

CA $124

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Waikanae-Beach-Motel.h9625565.Hotel-Information)

![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679700/9679632/82c94a7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Unit 14: Two bedroom cottage | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679700/9679632/7c512e62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Unit 15: 3 Bedroom cottage | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679700/9679632/6229290f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Unit 14: Two bedroom cottage | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679700/9679632/5778dc6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Travellers Inn Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Travellers-Inn-Motel.h9679632.Hotel-Information)

Te Hapara, 3.3 km from Whataupoko

9.2/10

Wonderful

(77 reviews)

"All round nice place to stay and good value "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Glen

CA $128

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 28 - Jan 29

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Travellers-Inn-Motel.h9679632.Hotel-Information)

![1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3290000/3281400/3281398/b43cdbac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Spa Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3290000/3281400/3281398/e742cb36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3290000/3281400/3281398/1559c96e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3290000/3281400/3281398/83bf1407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ocean Beach Wainui

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Ocean-Beach-Motor-Lodge.h3281398.Hotel-Information)

Wainui, 4.8 km from Whataupoko

9.0/10

Wonderful

(165 reviews)

"The people running that facility are very friendly, customer oriented and have a genuine interest to make your stay great. "

![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg)

Steffen

CA $164

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Ocean-Beach-Motor-Lodge.h3281398.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2220200/2220158/a9888c35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2220200/2220158/c4fba0f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2220200/2220158/ecd57219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2220200/2220158/86855d70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tudor Park Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Tudor-Park-Motel.h2220158.Hotel-Information)

Lytton West, 3.5 km from Whataupoko

9.2/10

Wonderful

(219 reviews)

"Nice, clean, and convenient motel"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Michael

CA $117

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Tudor-Park-Motel.h2220158.Hotel-Information)

![Executive Suite, River View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2598800/2598719/d21d9054.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2598800/2598719/acee51f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2598800/2598719/f322f110.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Suite, River View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2598800/2598719/c3d68d55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Emerald Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Emerald-Hotel.h2598719.Hotel-Information)

Gisborne Central, 1.7 km from Whataupoko

8.2/10

Very good

(803 reviews)

"Parking was easy "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kaweroa

CA $124

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Emerald-Hotel.h2598719.Hotel-Information)

![Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/799300/799250/ab38b37f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Unit) | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/799300/799250/ef76c9bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/799300/799250/dd231276.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/799300/799250/caafa4fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Bks-Palm-Court-Motor-Lodge.h799250.Hotel-Information)

Te Hapara, 3.1 km from Whataupoko

9.4/10

Exceptional

(103 reviews)

"Staff were super friendly and room was clean"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Marc

CA $146

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Bks-Palm-Court-Motor-Lodge.h799250.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4612200/4612173/9bebd4df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4612200/4612173/a5563d89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4612200/4612173/eef2c83c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4612200/4612173/bae411e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Teal Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Teal-Motor-Lodge.h4612173.Hotel-Information)

Te Hapara, 2.1 km from Whataupoko

8.8/10

Excellent

(120 reviews)

"Great stay "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Linda

CA $145

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 22 - Jan 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Teal-Motor-Lodge.h4612173.Hotel-Information)

![Compact Queen Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4032500/4032406/b096be8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4032500/4032406/b10cf600.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Unit | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4032500/4032406/34d981f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4032500/4032406/b1b8831b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

###  Bella Vista Gisborne

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Bella-Vista-Gisborne.h4032406.Hotel-Information)

Te Hapara, 2.3 km from Whataupoko

8.8/10

Excellent

(210 reviews)

"What a great spot at the Fringe of town. Clean, convenient, cozy! Plus Netflix, which I don’t have at home, so a treat to me."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Joanne

CA $122

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Bella-Vista-Gisborne.h4032406.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533858/334e71c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533858/2518dce7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533858/1836af43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533858/98989361.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Portside Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Portside-Hotel.h3533858.Hotel-Information)

Gisborne Central, 2.1 km from Whataupoko

9.0/10

Wonderful

(431 reviews)

"Lovely hotel, next to the town center and walkable to beautiful sites. It was a perfect location. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Joanne

CA $139

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 17 - Feb 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Portside-Hotel.h3533858.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679544/3b83b33c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679544/09e69442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679544/d2512b5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679544/91a19730.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Waikanae-Beach-TOP-10-Holiday-Park.h9679544.Hotel-Information)

Awapuni, 2.5 km from Whataupoko

8.4/10

Very good

(219 reviews)

"Awesome place, friendly staff, very comfortable accomodation, highly recommended."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

William

CA $161

CA $186 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Waikanae-Beach-TOP-10-Holiday-Park.h9679544.Hotel-Information)

![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624326/908ec8e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624326/94d69eab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624326/8159f406.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624326/198aa32f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Motel Oasis, Gisborne

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Motel-Oasis.h9624326.Hotel-Information)

Tamarau, 4.1 km from Whataupoko

9.2/10

Wonderful

(489 reviews)

"Stayed here previously - comfortable clean rooms"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

noel

CA $146

CA $169 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Motel-Oasis.h9624326.Hotel-Information)

![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13300000/13291800/13291800/ecb4e413.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13300000/13291800/13291800/d6b30633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13300000/13291800/13291800/2b6f0282.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13300000/13291800/13291800/790d1b3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Senator Motor Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Senator-Motor-Inn.h13291800.Hotel-Information)

Gisborne Central, 1.9 km from Whataupoko

9.4/10

Exceptional

(154 reviews)

"Great stay, well maintained and clean"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

David

CA $188

CA $216 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Senator-Motor-Inn.h13291800.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110100/1110064/e368abc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Suite, 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110100/1110064/9fb6339c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110100/1110064/4863a9ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110100/1110064/013ba2ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Colonial on Gladstone

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Colonial-On-Gladstone.h1110064.Hotel-Information)

Te Hapara, 3.3 km from Whataupoko

8.4/10

Very good

(71 reviews)

"Great staff"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Sharukh

CA $127

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Colonial-On-Gladstone.h1110064.Hotel-Information)

![1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96330000/96324200/96324181/5bd13e55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96330000/96324200/96324181/d8bebca4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96330000/96324200/96324181/f9338ea2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96330000/96324200/96324181/e10220a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Matawhero Wines 

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Matawhero-Wines.h96324181.Hotel-Information)

Matawhero, 9 km from Whataupoko

10/10

Exceptional

(7 reviews)

"Absolutely delightful!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Mary

CA $321

CA $369 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Matawhero-Wines.h96324181.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95249500/95249478/7ec7e058.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95249500/95249478/a1f51dc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Apartment, Balcony, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95249500/95249478/6606b208.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95249500/95249478/208078f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Whispering Sands Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Whispering-Sands-Motel.h95249478.Hotel-Information)

Awapuni, 2.7 km from Whataupoko

9.8/10

Exceptional

(13 reviews)

"Amazing location and host."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Terry

CA $174

CA $201 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Whispering-Sands-Motel.h95249478.Hotel-Information)

![Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113520000/113518800/113518733/0941288d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113520000/113518800/113518733/81abfd14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Traditional Apartment, Garden View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113520000/113518800/113518733/3a6222dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113520000/113518800/113518733/0518b3c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Ahikaa-Gisborne-Motel.h113518733.Hotel-Information)

Awapuni, 2.7 km from Whataupoko

7.0/10

Good

(2 reviews)

"heat pump didnt heat, unit was freezing, there was no extra heating available, the water in shower went hot and cold."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Raymond

CA $183

CA $212 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 27 - Jan 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Ahikaa-Gisborne-Motel.h113518733.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Whataupoko Hotel Reviews

![Emerald Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2598800/2598719/5ca03836_y.jpg)

### Emerald Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is my second time staying in the Emerald. Large space as always！Friendly staff as always! One thing to mention, I have left my SM Pad in the room! The friendly staff called me and told me how to arrange a return bag to collect the Pad! The hotel kept my pad safe for a few days until I completed my trip to arrange for the return bag to collect it! Much appreciated! "

[](https://expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Emerald-Hotel.h2598719.Hotel-Information)

![Motel Oasis, Gisborne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624326/908ec8e6_y.jpg)

### Motel Oasis, Gisborne

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean. All amenities provided and bonus is kids loved the swimming pool and spa. Great location and friendly staff. We will be back"

[](https://expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Motel-Oasis.h9624326.Hotel-Information)

![Travellers Inn Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679700/9679632/1fa8efd0_y.jpg)

### Travellers Inn Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The room location the staff was an amazing stay definitely be back again highly reccomend"

[](https://expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Travellers-Inn-Motel.h9679632.Hotel-Information)

![Tudor Park Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2220200/2220158/0be38acd_y.jpg)

### Tudor Park Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, clean, and convenient motel"

[](https://expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Tudor-Park-Motel.h2220158.Hotel-Information)

![Portside Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533858/82616b95_y.jpg)

### Portside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely holiday in Gisborne. Small bed but spotless room with everything we needed. We loved the coffee machine in the foyer and used the lovely pool in the hot weather. Staff were excellent. We will return "

[](https://expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Portside-Hotel.h3533858.Hotel-Information)

![Waikanae Beach Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625600/9625565/005cd090_y.jpg)

### Waikanae Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff is helpful"

[](https://expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Waikanae-Beach-Motel.h9625565.Hotel-Information)

![Teal Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4612200/4612173/15e67e5e_y.jpg)

### Teal Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay "

[](https://expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Teal-Motor-Lodge.h4612173.Hotel-Information)

![Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627200/fecea5e2_y.jpg)

### Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff"

[](https://expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-Pacific-Harbour-Motor-Inn.h9627200.Hotel-Information)

![White Heron Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623729/1bab3a9d_y.jpg)

### White Heron Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Outstanding through out"

[](https://expedia.ca/Gisborne-Hotels-White-Heron-Motor-Lodge.h9623729.Hotel-Information)

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