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Waikanae Beach Motel

3.0 star property

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A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a view of greenery outside.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wicker chair, and a metal chair.
A tennis court with a wooden fence, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal view with a wooden fence, a grassy area, and a distant sailboat on the water.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Explore the area

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19 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Midway Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tairawhiti Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gisborne Botanic Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and stove, a dining area with blue chairs, a wicker chair, and a small table.

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a door leading to a balcony, and a wall decoration.

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a glass dining table, and a large window with curtains.

1 Bedroom Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A compact kitchen with a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave. There is a small dining area with a chair and a table.

1 Bedroom Triple

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio with Kitchen

A bedroom with a bed, white walls, a blue blanket, yellow pillows, a nightstand with a vase of flowers, and two wall art pieces.

Studio with Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a TV, a glass dining table, white chairs, a large flower painting, and a kitchen area.

2 Bedroom Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

One Bedroom Family Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small kitchenette.

Upstairs Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A compact living space with a grey sofa, red cushions, a small round table, and a kitchen area.

2 Bedroom Garden

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted light, and a door.

2 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and stove. There is a dining area with blue chairs and a wicker chair.

Classic Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Waikanae Beach Motel

Along with dry cleaning, this smoke-free motel has laundry facilities and a library. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-in, a garden and barbecues are on-site.
Waikanae Beach Motel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This Gisborne motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in April 2024.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Waikanae Beach Motel, you're just a quick walk from Sunshine Brewing Company. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • To-go breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and library
  • Steps from Sunshine Brewing Company and 7 minutes on foot from Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf
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. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Gisborne motel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a to-go breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 12 to 25 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Private wine tours

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1960
  • Renovated guestrooms - April 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 16 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.9 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 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), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately NZD 12 to 25 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.9 per cent

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 2:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Waikanae Beach Motel Gisborne
Waikanae Beach Motel
Waikanae Beach Gisborne
Waikanae Beach
Waikanae Beach Motel Motel
Waikanae Beach Motel Gisborne
Waikanae Beach Motel Motel Gisborne

Waikanae Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 391 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

BR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with comfortable bed in nice quiet area in excellent location. Would not hesitate to stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IRLENE

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

10/10 Excellent

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location. Really nice, comfortable and clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

sue

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen is nice with an air fryer to use. The room is clean with a beautiful sea view and close to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

10/10 Excellent

Earl

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

10/10 Excellent

Tara

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

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

8/10 Good

Louise

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison and Alex

Clean
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sik To

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

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

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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