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Waikanae Beach Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel perfect for exploring Gisborne

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1 Bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio
One Bedroom Family Garden | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
1 Bedroom Suite | View from room
One Bedroom Family Garden | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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19 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Sunshine Brewing Company
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Midway Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisborne Harbour
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

1 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Classic Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Studio with Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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1 Bedroom Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

1 Bedroom Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 Bedroom Triple | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

1 Bedroom Triple

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Studio with Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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2 Bedroom Family | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

2 Bedroom Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 517 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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One Bedroom Family Garden | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

One Bedroom Family Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Upstairs Studio | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Upstairs Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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2 Bedroom Garden | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

2 Bedroom Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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2 Bedroom Unit | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

2 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Classic Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Gisborne

Seaside stay .You'll be steps from Sunshine Brewing Company and within a 10-minute walk of Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf with a stay at this Awapuni motel. Statue of Young Nick and Midway Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sunshine Brewing Company - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Midway Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gisborne Harbour - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Gisborne Botanic Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Adrian’s Espresso - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Rivers Bar - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Waikanae Beach Motel

3-star motel perfect for exploring Gisborne
As a guest of Waikanae Beach Motel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Waikanae Beach Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Gisborne motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Waikanae Beach Motel offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • 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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.9 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 26 per stay.

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 26 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.9 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Waikanae Beach Motel to the airport?

Waikanae Beach Motel is 2.5 mi (6-min drive) away from the Gisborne (GIS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waikanae Beach Motel?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waikanae Beach Motel on Jun 27, 2026 start from $99, 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 Waikanae Beach Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waikanae Beach Motel.

How close is Waikanae Beach Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 8-minute walk from Midway Beach and 4 mi (7-min drive) from Wainui Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waikanae Beach Motel offer free breakfast?

Waikanae Beach Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waikanae Beach Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Waikanae Beach Motel?

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

Is there free parking at Waikanae Beach Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Waikanae Beach Motel have a pool?

Waikanae Beach Motel does not have a pool.

Does Waikanae Beach Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Waikanae Beach Motel to downtown Gisborne?

Waikanae Beach Motel is 0.5 mi away from Gisborne.

Waikanae Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 383 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

IRLENE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless, staff lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very pleasant two night stay and our host was very personable, helpful and very friendly. Our king bed was comfortable and linen was spotless. Motel is walking distance to the town centre and across the road from the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect short stay, comfortable and wuite
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alton

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

Reccomend to stay here

Great place to stay close to city and the beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, helpful staff and a nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was designed well and just a two minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love our stay Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ape

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think the owner of the motel that was behind the counter she was very welcoming and very helpful. The room was very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff, beach towels
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice room which was clean and comfortable,staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, clean and tidy. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcome from Scott, facilities great, close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison and Alex

Clean
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sik To

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Private room with adequate parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Euan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to the stunning beach, and the staff were very friendly and helpful in recommending places to eat and visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to stay, friendly owners, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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6/10 Okay

Satbir

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Really old property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, clean room. Well equipped. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice spot. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025