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Our top choices for Matawhero hotels

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a potted plant.

1. Matawhero Wines

Matawhero Wines
3.0 star property
Matawhero
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely delightful!"
United States
Mary
The price is NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Matawhero Wines
A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.

2. White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 6.2 km from Matawhero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (381 reviews)
"Very helpful reception upon checking in. The room was very clean, comfortable and an excellent shower facilities. Being able to park in the same premeises in front of the room gives added peace of mind of having my vehicle securely parked."
Australia
Andras
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
White Heron Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

3. Travellers Inn Motel

Travellers Inn Motel
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.3 km from Matawhero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"Our room was very clean. Shower was awesome. Kitchen was great. We got an upgrade in our room which was a bonus."
Australia
Raina
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Travellers Inn Motel
A bicycle with baskets, parked on a gravel path next to a building.

4. Alfresco Motor Lodge

Alfresco Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Te Hapara, 5 km from Matawhero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable & accessible to where we wanted to visit"
Australia
Bill
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Alfresco Motor Lodge
A modern motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating availability for short-term stays.

5. Waikanae Beach Motel

Waikanae Beach Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 6 km from Matawhero
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (395 reviews)
"Older motel, but very clean, and excellent staff"
Australia
Megan
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Waikanae Beach Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a television on a stand, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small cabinet.

6. Colonial on Gladstone

Colonial on Gladstone
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.3 km from Matawhero
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Great staff"
Australia
Sharukh
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Colonial on Gladstone
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a view of the outside, and a painting on the wall.

7. Bella Vista Gisborne

Bella Vista Gisborne
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 6 km from Matawhero
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 NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Bella Vista Gisborne
A modern building with a pool and outdoor seating area.

8. Portside Hotel

Portside Hotel
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (451 reviews)
"Nice place and nice restaurant downstairs"
Australia
Tertius
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Portside Hotel
A dining area with a view of a river and a bridge.

9. Emerald Hotel

Emerald Hotel
4.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (870 reviews)
"Good location, clean room and spacious"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Emerald Hotel
A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.

10. Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Captain Cook Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 6.4 km from Matawhero
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (609 reviews)
"The cpt cooks is affordable clean and comfortable I would recommend this motel to all my friends"
Australia
Sylvia
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
A row of modern two-story buildings with a driveway and parked cars.

11. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne

Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)
"Very accessible to town"
Australia
BEN
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Pacific Harbour Motor Inn, Gisborne
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned pillows, and a small bedside table.

12. Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Hapara, 5.4 km from Matawhero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"We were very happy with everything great place to stay "
Australia
warren
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge
A single-story house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and a barbecue grill.

13. Tudor Park Motel

Tudor Park Motel
3.5 star property
Lytton West, 6.3 km from Matawhero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Was quite nice to stay in "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Tudor Park Motel
A marina with boats docked, a building with lights, and palm trees in the background.

14. Senator Motor Inn

Senator Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Gisborne Central, 7.1 km from Matawhero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Handy location and spacious"
Australia
Michelle
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Senator Motor Inn
A swimming pool with palm trees, a fenced area, and a building with a tiled roof.

15. Teal Motor Lodge

Teal Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Te Hapara, 6.2 km from Matawhero
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (123 reviews)
"Always find The Teal a Cosy stay, Friendly staff and Great Location. Love that you can wash & dry clothes here too."
Australia
Damion
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Teal Motor Lodge
A grassy outdoor area with picnic tables and a view of the sea.

16. Whispering Sands Motel

Whispering Sands Motel
3.0 star property
Awapuni, 6 km from Matawhero
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Amazing location and host."
Australia
Terry
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Whispering Sands Motel
A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a mountain in the background.

17. Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne
4.0 star property
Tamarau, 9.6 km from Matawhero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (517 reviews)
"Clean room, and friendly staff"
Australia
Shixu
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling structure and clear glass panels.

18. Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Awapuni, 6.2 km from Matawhero
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Staff are brilliant, pools great, rooms clean & tidy, location amazing, what more could you want. We are booked in again on our way back"
New Zealand
Peter
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

19. Cedar House

Cedar House
4.0 star property
Whataupoko, 7.5 km from Matawhero
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 NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Cedar House
A wooden outdoor table with chairs, a vase of flowers, and a fruit platter.

20. Ocean Beach Wainui

Ocean Beach Wainui
4.0 star property
Wainui, 10.9 km from Matawhero
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (171 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 NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Ocean Beach Wainui
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Our guide on where to stay in Matawhero

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

Wainui

Wainui is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while in the area.

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

While visiting Kaiti, you might make a stop by sights like Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill.

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

Te Hapara

When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Midway Beach and Tairawhiti Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

Top Matawhero Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Matawhero

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was good, but not having a sink in the room was a bit different in a motel . We left soaked dishes but not washed. We always feel that we would rather the experts do the wahup anyway"
Courtney 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Matawhero?
The best time to go to Matawhero is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and sunny, great for enjoying the region's outdoor activities and vineyards.

These months offer long daylight hours and average temperatures around 24°C, creating ideal conditions for exploring the local wineries, many of which are situated just a short drive from Matawhero along the Gisborne Wine Trail. Visitors can enjoy cellar door tastings and vineyard tours without the worry of rain.

Autumn, from March to May, is also a lovely time to visit. The weather remains pleasant, with slightly cooler temperatures, usually around 20°C, and the vineyards are often bustling with harvest activities. This period is particularly appealing for couples looking for a more relaxed experience, perhaps enjoying a gourmet meal at a vineyard restaurant or a stroll through the changing colours of the landscape.

While winter and spring can be cooler and wetter, the region still offers a pleasant escape for those who prefer fewer crowds and don't mind cooler temperatures.
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