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Our top choices for Cook Observatory hotels

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White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.7 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (345)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Wayne
The price is ￥15,091
￥17,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
White Heron Motor Lodge
Exterior
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 0.9 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (545)
"Parking was excellent, overall a very pleasant stay. Great location. "
Australia
Fraser
The price is ￥13,806
￥16,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
Beach nearby
Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 2.4 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (486)
"The rooms were spotless and the staff were amazing! I really enjoyed my stay. "
Australia
Wendy Ellen
The price is ￥21,796
￥25,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Outdoor pool
Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 0.8 km from Cook Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (422)
"Great place to stay in Gisborne "
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥15,768
￥18,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Portside Hotel
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room dining
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.3 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (555)
"Was very quiet friendly staff everything aswesome enjoyed our stay"
Australia
Jeanette
The price is ￥12,926
￥15,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Compact Queen Studio | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.8 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (209)
"Clean and quiet"
Australia
Murray
The price is ￥14,531
￥16,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Bella Vista Gisborne
Garden
Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 2.7 km from Cook Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (118)
"Great place to stay on my trip to Gisborne and would stay again."
Australia
mattt
The price is ￥18,558
￥21,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Teal Motor Lodge
Front of property - evening/night
Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.6 km from Cook Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (355)
"Great location, clean and tidy. Friendly staff."
Australia
Louise
The price is ￥14,641
￥16,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
Executive Suite, River View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 1.1 km from Cook Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (790)
"Nice spot, handy to everything "
Australia
nicholas
The price is ￥15,558
￥17,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Emerald Hotel
Exterior
Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.6 km from Cook Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Amazing location and host."
Australia
Terry
The price is ￥23,455
￥26,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Whispering Sands Motel
Studio | Laptop workspace, free WiFi
Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel
2.0 star property
Awapuni, 1.8 km from Cook Observatory
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"heat pump didnt heat, unit was freezing, there was no extra heating available, the water in shower went hot and cold."
Australia
Raymond
The price is ￥18,930
￥21,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Ahikaa Gisborne Motel
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 8.5 km from Cook Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is ￥36,485
￥41,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Matawhero Wines
Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.7 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Staff were super friendly and room was clean"
Australia
Marc
The price is ￥15,005
￥17,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
Property grounds
Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 4.3 km from Cook Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331)
"Nice place to stay. "
Australia
Peter
The price is ￥14,499
￥16,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio
Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 5 km from Cook Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (215)
"Simply a really nice place to stay with easy access."
Australia
Akanihi
The price is ￥13,023
￥14,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Tudor Park Motel
1 Bedroom Suite | Mountain view
Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 3.7 km from Cook Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (164)
"A wonderful place to stay!"
Australia
Rachael
The price is ￥16,887
￥19,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Ocean Beach Wainui
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 4 km from Cook Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (64)
"The staff were great, room was small but clean and pleasant "
Australia
julie
The price is ￥13,425
￥15,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Travellers Inn Motel
Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 3.9 km from Cook Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (70)
"Very nice owner? at reception. Unit was very clean and smelt fresh. Needed a few refinements ie a hook on the bathroom door to hang clothes. For the price and it was very good Wil stay there again Thank you"
Australia
linda
The price is ￥13,030
￥14,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Colonial on Gladstone
Flat-screen TV
208 Lake Road

208 Lake Road

208 Lake Road
2.5 star property
15.1 km from Cook Observatory
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Fantastic stay, very unique property with great facilities in the main unit and quirky pod for sleeping!"
Australia
Justin
The price is ￥23,327
￥34,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
208 Lake Road
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Top Cook Observatory Hotel Reviews

Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Quiet and the running water from the pool made it feel like we were far away "
Ebony 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Emerald Hotel

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Kaiti Hill

4.6/5 (128 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cook Observatory?
Cook Observatory is located in an area of Gisborne known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 16 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Cook Observatory?
Emerald Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a seasonal outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Cook Observatory. Other good options close by include Waikanae Beach Motel and Portside Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Cook Observatory?
Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cook Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cook Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Cook Observatory.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cook Observatory?
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What can I see and do near Cook Observatory?
Enjoy the outdoors at Eastwoodhill Arboretum, Kaiti Hill, or Longbush Reserve. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Midway Beach, Wainui Beach, and Okitu Beach. Create some family memories at Titirangi Reserve and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf.