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1. Cedar House

Cedar House
4.0 star property
Whataupoko
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a fabulous house beautifully presented. The hosts were amazing and helpful and friendly. Complimentary cake, chocolate and drink was above and beyond along with a nice breakfast daily too."
New Zealand
Andrea
The price is Rp2.344.312
Rp2.696.014 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Cedar House
Reception

2. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.1 km from Whataupoko
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (380 reviews)
"Lovely"
Australia
Gaye
The price is Rp1.670.094
Rp1.920.608 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
White Heron Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool

3. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.1 km from Whataupoko
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Always find The Teal a Cosy stay, Friendly staff and Great Location. Love that you can wash & dry clothes here too."
Australia
Damion
The price is Rp1.997.043
Rp2.296.599 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Teal Motor Lodge
Front of property – evening/night

4. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 2.4 km from Whataupoko
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (609 reviews)
"The cpt cooks is affordable clean and comfortable I would recommend this motel to all my friends"
Australia
Sylvia
The price is Rp1.399.698
Rp1.609.653 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Executive Suite, River View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

5. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1.7 km from Whataupoko
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (866 reviews)
"Nice place, would stay here again"
Australia
Cameron
The price is Rp1.582.612
Rp1.820.004 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Emerald Hotel
Outdoor pool

6. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.1 km from Whataupoko
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (451 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is Rp2.085.408
Rp2.398.219 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Portside Hotel
Pool

7. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1.9 km from Whataupoko
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Handy location and spacious"
Australia
Michelle
The price is Rp1.920.608
Rp2.208.699 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Senator Motor Inn
Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio

8. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 3.5 km from Whataupoko
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is Rp1.464.743
Rp1.684.444 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Tudor Park Motel
Front of property – evening/night

9. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 2.6 km from Whataupoko
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (395 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is Rp1.455.368
Rp1.673.673 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Waikanae Beach Motel
Exterior

10. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 2 km from Whataupoko
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)
"Very accessible to town"
Australia
BEN
The price is Rp1.749.582
Rp2.012.065 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Property grounds

11. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 3.7 km from Whataupoko
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is Rp1.487.179
Rp1.710.256 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

12. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.1 km from Whataupoko
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is Rp1.678.957
Rp1.930.770 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Compact Queen Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

13. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.3 km from Whataupoko
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Located is perfect and the room is very clean.The staff is very helpful"
Australia
Teleise
The price is Rp1.625.911
Rp1.869.798 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Bella Vista Gisborne
Beach nearby

14. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 4.1 km from Whataupoko
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (516 reviews)
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Australia
Shixu
The price is Rp1.280.405
Rp1.472.466 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Unit 12: Access wheelchair unit | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

15. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.3 km from Whataupoko
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"Our room was very clean. Shower was awesome. Kitchen was great. We got an upgrade in our room which was a bonus."
Australia
Raina
The price is Rp1.385.117
Rp1.592.885 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Travellers Inn Motel
Exterior

16. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 2.7 km from Whataupoko
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Amazing location and host."
Australia
Terry
The price is Rp1.767.295
Rp2.032.389 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Whispering Sands Motel
Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

17. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.3 km from Whataupoko
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is Rp1.447.366
Rp1.664.527 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Colonial on Gladstone
1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view

18. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 4.8 km from Whataupoko
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (171 reviews)
"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."
Australia
Kelvin
The price is Rp2.002.919
Rp2.303.357 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Ocean Beach Wainui
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

19. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 2.5 km from Whataupoko
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Staff are brilliant, pools great, rooms clean & tidy, location amazing, what more could you want. We are booked in again on our way back"
New Zealand
Peter
The price is Rp1.387.326
Rp1.595.425 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

20. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 9 km from Whataupoko
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is Rp3.865.074
Rp4.444.835 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Matawhero Wines
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Where to stay in Whataupoko

Find the best Whataupoko areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Open Photo by Hallie Smyth

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.

A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.

Wainui

Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

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

Kaiti

While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill.

A coastal landscape with mountains, a clear blue sea, and a forested area.

Te Hapara

When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Midway Beach and Tairawhiti Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A paved walkway along a grassy area with a view of a body of water and distant mountains.
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Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Awapuni

If you're spending some time in Awapuni, Midway Beach and Kiwa Pools Gisborne are top sights worth seeing.

Top Whataupoko Hotel Reviews

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was on point I especially liked the little touches, like a hand towel in the kitchenette and milk, coffee & water being replaced daily. My only dislike was on arrival, the Communication about room where to park etc was difficult to understand."
Briony 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Alfresco Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Whataupoko like?
Travellers to the Whataupoko neighbourhood in Gisborne will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Tairawhiti Museum as part of your Whataupoko travel plans.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Whataupoko?
Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in Whataupoko and start exploring everything Gisborne has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Whataupoko, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Whataupoko.
What can I see and do in this Gisborne neighbourhood?
Tairawhiti Museum is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Whataupoko. While you're out sightseeing, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.