Matokitoki Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Tairawhiti Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tairawhiti Museum in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Kaiti Hill
Explore the great outdoors at Kaiti Hill, a lovely green space in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Cook Monument
Find out about the history of Gisborne when you spend time at Cook Monument. 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.
Our pick of the best Matokitoki Hotel Deals
Emerald Hotel
"Great room...huge !! super clean and convenient. Staff could not be more helpful. Ill def be back !!"
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
"was handy to where i needed to go"
Reviewed on 14 June 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 12 June 2026
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
"Clean room, kids enjoyed the spa bath."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Waikanae Beach Motel
"Amazing staff! Friendly and professional environment. Clean sheets, duvet and pillows. Clean bathroom. Definitely recommended. If I ever visit Gisborne again I would go and stay in again. ❤️👍"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
White Heron Motor Lodge
"Very Nice Hotel And Spotless!! Owners of Hotel very welcoming. Would highly recommend staying here."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Matokitoki
Wainui
Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.
Gisborne Central
If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Sunshine Brewery are top sights worth seeing.
Kaiti
While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Kaiti Hill and Gisborne Wine Centre.
Whataupoko
While there might not be top attractions in Whataupoko, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.
Outer Kaiti
Outer Kaiti might not have many top sights, but Tairawhiti Museum and Gisborne Harbour are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
