Tamarau
Gisborne
Popular places to visit
Gisborne Hospital
Though Gisborne Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne while you are here.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Eastwoodhill Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Eastwoodhill Arboretum during your stay in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
Learn about the local history of Gisborne when you spend time at Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Matawhero Wines
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Matawhero Wines during your travels to Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Gisborne Wine Centre
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gisborne Wine Centre during your travels to Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Tamarau Hotel Deals

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Stayed here previously - comfortable clean rooms
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Perfect for a family vacation
Great place as a base to explore Gisborne and surrounds. Air con a bonus on really hot days...would stay again...Phil was very accommodating and available as required. Thanks😀
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2022

Summer Getaway close to the beach

Emerald Hotel
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Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Waikanae Beach Motel
Nice staff, beach towels
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Portside Hotel
I was able to check in early, staff were accomodating which was appreciated. Good tidy self sufficient room with a great view. Self service coffee facilities & water filter available in the foyer. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Tamarau

Kaiti
If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Wine Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Wainui
Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.

Inner Kaiti
When in Inner Kaiti, you can plan a visit to Gisborne Harbour and Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Outer Kaiti
While Outer Kaiti isn't home to many top sights, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Tairawhiti Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Okitu
Okitu is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Okitu Beach and Makorori Headland Trailhead while you're in town.

Whataupoko
While Whataupoko might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.
