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A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

1. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
4.0 star property
Awapuni
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Outstandingly comfortable bed, great toiletries, beautiful view, quiet, and hosts are excellent."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is ￥18,203
￥21,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Whispering Sands Motel
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

2. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (618 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking, great staff"
Australia
Leena
The price is ￥12,000
￥13,820 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wicker chair, and a metal chair.

3. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (398 reviews)
"Returning guest - value for money"
Australia
Noel
The price is ￥12,680
￥14,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Waikanae Beach Motel
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

4. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Lovely sized family space, short stay but great accommodation thank you"
Australia
Merianne
The price is ￥12,818
￥14,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

5. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 1.8 km from Awapuni
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"We really had a nice stay here. The place is neat and the bed and linens are comfy!! Stephen is soo friendly and very accommodating and he always happy to help and would often check if there was anything we needed.. We really appreciated how welcoming and helpful he was throughout our stay. Would definitely recommend!"
Australia
Christian Albert
The price is ￥10,568
￥12,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Travellers Inn Motel
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

6. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 1.5 km from Awapuni
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (389 reviews)
"Best place in Gisborne"
Australia
Todd
The price is ￥15,927
￥18,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
White Heron Motor Lodge
A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

7. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.3 km from Awapuni
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (872 reviews)
"Good location, clean room and spacious"
Australia
David
The price is ￥12,760
￥14,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Emerald Hotel
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

8. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.3 km from Awapuni
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (455 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is ￥16,634
￥19,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Portside Hotel
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

9. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.3 km from Awapuni
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (569 reviews)
"Have stayed here a few times. Has everything. Walking distance to restaurants and CBD and, walkway to the beach."
Australia
Megan
The price is ￥13,652
￥15,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

10. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 1.6 km from Awapuni
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is ￥15,322
￥17,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

11. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 1.9 km from Awapuni
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay opposite Harry Barker Reserve. Exceptionally clean and comfortable. Would recommend and stay here again."
New Zealand
Marcus
The price is ￥11,318
￥13,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

12. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 1.5 km from Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Located is perfect and the room is very clean.The staff is very helpful"
Australia
Teleise
The price is ￥13,955
￥16,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Bella Vista Gisborne
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

13. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 1.5 km from Awapuni
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"Great stay "
Australia
Linda
The price is ￥17,314
￥19,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Teal Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

14. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 1.7 km from Awapuni
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (74 reviews)
"Good Value accessable being flat. Nicely located to town"
Australia
Neville
The price is ￥12,548
￥14,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Colonial on Gladstone
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a marina at dusk.

15. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 2.3 km from Awapuni
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Clean room, good location, nice staff"
United States
Graeme
The price is ￥16,651
￥19,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Senator Motor Inn
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

16. Cedar House

Cedar House
4.0 star property
Whataupoko, 2.6 km from Awapuni
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a fabulous house beautifully presented. The hosts were amazing and helpful and friendly. Complimentary cake, chocolate and drink was above and beyond along with a nice breakfast daily too."
New Zealand
Andrea
The price is ￥23,825
￥27,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Cedar House
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

17. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 3.3 km from Awapuni
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (226 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is ￥14,939
￥17,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Tudor Park Motel
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a pitcher, and a view of a mountain.

18. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 5.2 km from Awapuni
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (519 reviews)
"Very clean and happy to help"
Australia
Shane
The price is ￥11,101
￥12,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a main road, and a beach.

19. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 6.4 km from Awapuni
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Excellent stay in Wainui Beach. The location was perfect, just a very short walk from the beach, which made it ideal for watching the sunrise. The room was clean, comfortable and had everything I needed. Peaceful area and a great place to relax after a long day of driving. I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended."
Australia
Kelvin
The price is ￥17,474
￥20,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Ocean Beach Wainui
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

20. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero, 5.8 km from Awapuni
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is ￥34,253
￥39,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Matawhero Wines
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels in Awapuni

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.
Whispering Sands Motel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
20 reviews
View
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
618 reviews
View
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a wicker chair, and a metal chair.
Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
398 reviews
View
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
223 reviews
View
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.
Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
10 reviews
View

Where to stay in Awapuni

Find the best Awapuni areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.

Wainui

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

A white car parked on grass next to a tent by a body of water with hills in the background.
Photo by Hallie Smyth
Open Photo by Hallie Smyth

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art and Gisborne Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea, a small island, and a distant mountain range under a partly cloudy sky.
Photo by Natalie Robinson
Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

Kaiti

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

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.

A coastal landscape with mountains, a clear blue sea, and a forested area.

Te Hapara

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Te Hapara and surrounding area, you can visit Midway Beach and Tairawhiti Museum.

Top Awapuni Hotel Reviews

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

8/10 Good
"A good stay, convenient and friendly."
Charlotte 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Awapuni?
Travelers to Gisborne's Awapuni neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Be sure to check out Midway Beach and Kiwa Pools Gisborne as part of your Awapuni travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Awapuni?
Based on our traveler data, Whispering Sands Motel is one of the top choices for your stay in Awapuni. This apartment offers free parking and private balconies. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Captain Cook Motor Lodge and Waikanae Beach Motel.
How many hotels will I find in the Awapuni area?
Book one of Expedia's 7 hotels and other accommodations in Awapuni and start exploring everything Gisborne has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Awapuni, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Awapuni.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Awapuni?
For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Awapuni, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Gisborne neighborhood?
Midway Beach, Kiwa Pools Gisborne, and Sunshine Brewing Company are just a few attractions to check out in Awapuni. While you're out sightseeing, Waikanae Beach and Sunshine Brewery are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.

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