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Ocean Beach Wainui

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel with free WiFi

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1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view
Compact 1 Bedroom Balcony | Bathroom | Towels
Front of property
Premium bedding, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 Bedroom Suite Queen & Twin | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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7 Oneroa Road - Wainui Beach, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Wainui Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Okitu Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaiti Hill
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Suite Queen & Twin

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Studio | Premium bedding, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Spa Studio | Premium bedding, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Spa Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Compact 1 Bedroom Balcony | Terrace/patio

Compact 1 Bedroom Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Queen Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Gisborne

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Wainui hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Wainui Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Okitu Beach. Makorori Headland Trailhead and Titirangi Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Wainui Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Okitu Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Gisborne Harbour - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Kaiti Hill - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tatapouri Fishing Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Adrian’s Espresso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Rivers Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ocean Beach Wainui

4-star beach hotel with free WiFi
Ocean Beach Wainui offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Ocean Beach Wainui also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Gisborne hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2000
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ocean Beach Wainui offers 15 accommodations with ceiling fans. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This Gisborne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Ocean Beach Motor
Ocean Beach Motor Gisborne
Ocean Beach Motor Lodge
Ocean Beach Motor Lodge Gisborne
Ocean Beach Motor Lodge Hotel
Ocean Beach Motor Lodge Gisborne
Ocean Beach Motor Lodge Hotel Gisborne

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean Beach Wainui to the airport?

Ocean Beach Wainui is 6.3 mi (10-min drive) away from the Gisborne (GIS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Beach Wainui?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Beach Wainui on Jun 4, 2026 start from $127, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ocean Beach Wainui have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ocean Beach Wainui.

How close is Ocean Beach Wainui to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Wainui Beach and 1.1 mi (2-min drive) from Okitu Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ocean Beach Wainui offer free breakfast?

Ocean Beach Wainui does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ocean Beach Wainui?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ocean Beach Wainui?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ocean Beach Wainui?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Ocean Beach Wainui have a pool?

Ocean Beach Wainui does not have a pool.

Does Ocean Beach Wainui have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ocean Beach Wainui to downtown Gisborne?

Ocean Beach Wainui is 3.4 mi away from Gisborne.

Ocean Beach Wainui Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 168 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people running that facility are very friendly, customer oriented and have a genuine interest to make your stay great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ekke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the friendly greeting at reception to the clean room my stay here was excellent. I have just spent a couple of months exploring NZ and this is my favourite motel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

The friendliness and helpfulness of staff were exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joelene M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay agian

We loved our stay here in a beautiful location, friendly hosts, beautiful clean room, right next to a restaurant with a big screen or could watch sky in our room. Lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property manager was very friendly. The room was very clean and spacious, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so lovely and inviting. They couldnt have done more to be accomodating. Very very clean and nicely decorated. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Glenis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great location to the beach

There was a bit of miscommunication of duties of the new cleaner so didn’t get our beds made or towels renewed for the first two days. Very apologetic front of house and rectified towels. Otherwise comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Better than the VaxPass asking place down the Rd

At least Ocean Beach motel are friendly and welcoming and arent still asking for Covd Vax Passes like their nearest competitor.... Clean tidy & friendly place. Bed comfort was a 6/10 and the walls are rather sound conductive. Wd stay again though :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ravendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A well presented property which had privacy and good parking. Only negative is the shower which should have a curtain to prevent water splashing all over the bathroom which is also used for dressing due to the only mirror being in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room. Private porch in the back for the morning coffee or evening wine. 3 minutes walk to the beach to see the sunrise (weather permitting). Pizza trailer arrives at around 5 pm. We were pleased with everything except the heating that was blowing directly on the bed. A bit uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was under refurbishment or something as there was scaffolding all over the place, however the apartment we stayed in was lovely and clean and tidy. There was plenty of space for our family with a fully equipped kitchen and lounge area to relax. The beds however were uncomfortable and there weren’t enough pillows which was definitely a downside for us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice , friendly 👌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great, value for money and great Motel manager who was always helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Desiree

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not impressed, after a long trip we just wanted to take a nap. No aircon, there’s a ceiling fan that helps a little. Carpets smelled like wet dog. A lot of flies. Room was very outdated. Cups and glasses were dirty. Really did not enjoy this stay, quite expensive for Gisborne. Floors were sticky and very dangerous to shower as it’s very slippery. Price is - $60 more than other properties in the area and in my opinion not worth it, the property needs a lot of TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good but need new curtains very bright
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Roomy

Nice large unit but cold, only heating was a small oil heater and fan heater in one bedroom. We got up to a warmer main room. The blinds did not fully shut in the bedrooms. Other than that nicely set up.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location outside of Gisborne on the way to the coast, next to the beach was idyllic. Okitu Store is in walking distance for everyday amenities. The Wifi was spotty. There was a lack of information regarding the power saving features attached to the key. Which made resting and low key touring ideal. Great for recuperation - not great if you want to do some online work.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hicks Bay Motor Lodge: We arrived to a lovely welcoming greeting from the 2 owners of this well appointed Motor Lodge. Room 10 appeared to be great, all clean and well maintained etc. But we soon discovered it was extremely noisy at night, with light flashing as cars on the main road passed by. We were told in the morning by lovely owner that this is usually the last room they let out as it is the noisiest - I had booked months prior, but of course Expedia had only booked it the week before! Hence we ended up with the worst room in the best motel! The location is great with just a short walk down to the beach. Would recommend coming here, but definitely not to room 10!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanspeter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ocean Beach: a must stay

Sehr schönes, sauberes Motel. Gutes Preis /Leistungsverhältnis. Sehr freundliche Gastgeber
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great peoples

Lovely airy room out onto seafront. Very nice people. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really peaceful place to stay, loved that it was just down the road from the beach and the staff were really friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020