Makaraka
Gisborne
Visit Makaraka
Popular places to visit
Titirangi Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Titirangi Reserve, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
East Coast Museum of Technology
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by East Coast Museum of Technology in Gisborne.
Tairawhiti Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Tairawhiti Museum in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Cook Monument
Find out about the history of Gisborne with a stop at Cook Monument. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Gisborne Botanic Gardens
You can find out about the history of Gisborne with a visit to Gisborne Botanic Gardens. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Makaraka Hotel Deals
Emerald Hotel
"Great room...huge !! super clean and convenient. Staff could not be more helpful. Ill def be back !!"
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2026
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
"Great friendly service and nice clean rooms"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Portside Hotel
"Located at near the river and port. Lots of areas to walk from. Restaurants 15 minute walk away. Quiet rooms. Very helpful and friendly front desk team member."
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2026
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
"Clean room, kids enjoyed the spa bath."
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
"Good location in Gisborne -- returning visitor should indicate our satisfaction. Value for money ."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
White Heron Motor Lodge
"Very Nice Hotel And Spotless!! Owners of Hotel very welcoming. Would highly recommend staying here."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Where to stay in Makaraka
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Sunshine Brewery 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.
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.
Outer Kaiti
While Outer Kaiti isn't home to many top sights, Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
Inner Kaiti
When in Inner Kaiti, you can plan a visit to Gisborne Harbour and Tairawhiti Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
