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Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Property class: 4
4-star motel in Awapuni

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A motel with a sign reading "Crock Motor Lodge" and a reception area.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and a window with a view.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window.
A modern, well-lit room with a dining area, a sofa, and a bed.
A patio area with a picnic table and a wooden fence.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Midway Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Tairawhiti Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisborne Harbour
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.

2 Bedroom Apartment

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted mirror, and a picture.

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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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

King Spa Unit

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table, and a ceiling fan.

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, a window, and a door.

Economy Queen Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wheelchair.

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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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

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.At this Awapuni motel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne Skate Park. Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Waikanae Beach 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
  • Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gisborne Harbour - 2 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tatapouri Fishing Club - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Anatolia - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 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 satellite premium 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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

Property class

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 Oct 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Captain Cook Motor Lodge on Oct 15, 2026 start from CA $103, 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 5-minute walk from Waikanae Beach and 12-minute walk from Midway 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. 328 out of 611 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 611 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 611 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 611 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 611 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and well appointed room good location! Would stay again Cheers1👐
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy staff were very inviting will definetly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and happy cheerful staff 😀
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, lovely breakfast. Great stay, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, easy check in, good parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this property several times in the past and have always found it comfortable and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and tidy room. Awesome breakfast, and the staff were lovely. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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was handy to where i needed to go
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice Motel but a bit noisy from logging trucks from very early in the morning. Comfy bed and great TV. If you’re an early riser it’s a good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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warm cosy
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great staff, easy parking. Was everything we needed for our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect accommodation for the night, clean, sky go, ample parking, had a option for dinner & breakfast so no need to leave the premises, staff were very friendly & helpful. The Motel is located on a main road heading to the wharf, so you do get a lot of trucks going past, bar that I can't fault the place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff are friendly and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very clean and comfortable . Close to beach and city centre . Highly recommend 👌
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy good parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived hours earlier than check-in due to road closures, the lady running reception was amazing and checked me in early. Parking was great, room spacious and very clean. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I didn't think I was going to like this accommodation, because I normally don't stay in motels. However, my teenage daughter and I were comfortable and had everything we needed, including a kitchenette and laundry. Check-in and check-out were easy. The beach, a park, and the city center were walkable distances. Although we didn't eat there, there was an on-site restaurant, which is very convenient. We were pleasantly surprised with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was very quiet friendly staff everything aswesome enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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Basic but good. Food in restaurant was great value not gourmet but very good basic food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to central town. Friendly staff. We never had breakfast but the dinners were great, hot and reasonable prices. You can even have it delivered to your room if you want. So much to do in the area. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were super friendly and accommodating. Our bed was comfortable but felt sloping or worn. Everything we needed although was tad cosy and shower is a bit dated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room, comfy bed. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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