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Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star motel in Awapuni

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Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Living area
Terrace/patio
2 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen
1 Bedroom Apartment

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Sunshine Brewing Company
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisborne Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Eastwoodhill Arboretum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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2 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

2 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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King Spa Unit

King Spa Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Queen Room

Economy Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Gisborne

Awapuni stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Awapuni motel, you'll find Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf. Statue of Young Nick and Captain Cook Statue are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sunshine Brewing Company - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Midway Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gisborne Harbour - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Eastwoodhill Arboretum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tatapouri Fishing Club - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Columbus - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Raglan Roast - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gisborne Deli - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4-star motel in Awapuni
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Captain Cook Motor Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Gisborne motel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2004
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Captain Cook Motor Lodge offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 to 20 for adults and NZD 18 to 20 for children
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 7:00 PM to 10:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 18 to 20 for adults, and NZD 18 to 20 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Captain Cook Motor
Captain Cook Motor Gisborne
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Captain Cook Motor Lodge Gisborne
Captain Cook Motor Lodge Motel
Captain Cook Motor Lodge Gisborne
Captain Cook Motor Lodge Motel Gisborne

Frequently asked questions

How close is Captain Cook Motor Lodge to the airport?

Captain Cook Motor Lodge is 2.6 mi (6-min drive) away from the Gisborne (GIS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Captain Cook Motor Lodge on Apr 5, 2026 start from CA $105, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Captain Cook Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Captain Cook Motor Lodge.

How close is Captain Cook Motor Lodge to the beach?

This motel is a short 12-minute walk from Midway Beach and 3.8 mi (6-min drive) from Wainui Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Captain Cook Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Captain Cook Motor Lodge, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 18 and 20 for adults, NZD 18 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Captain Cook Motor Lodge have a pool?

Captain Cook Motor Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Captain Cook Motor Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Captain Cook Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Captain Cook Motor Lodge to downtown Gisborne?

Captain Cook Motor Lodge is 0.6 mi away from Gisborne.

Captain Cook Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 566 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 566 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 566 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 566 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 566 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wonjun Justin

Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless , great motor lodege. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mata, Raureka

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oh didnt have breakfasts,but the staff is so amazing one lady omg she is so beautiful the way she make sure that iam well equipped with the cooking suff me and my partner eas room 2 she was helpful thank so much didnt get he name thank u so so much for ur help,packing its not bad but if u in Room 2 u not sure where to park u dont want to take someone's space,I love staying at Captain Cook love it so clean i definitely recommend to angone that planing to go to Gisborne go stay in Captain Cook.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very quiet friendly staff everything aswesome enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hongwei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donna Moses

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Warwick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the clean room (with excellent shower and heating) and the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge room waliking distance to town
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, conveniently close to the centre of Gisborne within walking distance. The room was clean and spacious, equipped with a sufficient kitchenette and supplies. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spotless
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinner and breakfast available onsite which was great , friendly service and lovely and clean Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kape

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the cosy cabin style rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

eamon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great little place

Arrived on good friday and stayed for two nights. Checkin was quick, efficient and friendly. The room was perfectly fine and comfortable. The cleani g staff were amazingly friendly and efficient. There is aslo a cafe, restaurant on site that serves up very nice meals, from breakfast to dinner. I would recommend this place to anyone coming to gisborne
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Carol

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient though bed really hard. Please purchase a mattress topper. The toilet sistern buttons had actual holes on top which could have cut someone. The shower tray nearly overflowed during use. We won't go again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent parking, pleasant staff. Suited our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025