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Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Gisborne motel with restaurant and conference center

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2 Bedroom Apartment
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2 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen
Experience the warm hospitality of Captain Cook Motor Lodge in Awapuni. Savor a meal at Carolyn's Kitchen, relax in the garden, or get connected with free WiFi and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
The current price is CA $125
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10

Room options

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Queen Room

Economy Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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King Spa Unit

King Spa Unit

Highlights

Yard
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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2 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

2 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
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The price is CA $141
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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About the area

Map
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne, 4010

What's nearby

  • Midway Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gisborne Harbour - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gisborne Wine Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Eastwoodhill Arboretum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kfc - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Yoko'Sushi Express Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Gisborne with a stay at Captain Cook Motor Lodge. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and surfing/body boarding. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 36 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2004
  • Garden
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Special features

Dining

Carolyn's Kitchen - Onsite diner.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 18 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 10:00 AM and noon can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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

Does Captain Cook Motor Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Captain Cook Motor Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Captain Cook Motor Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with activities like hiking, kayaking, and body boarding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Captain Cook Motor Lodge also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Carolyn's Kitchen.

What's the area around Captain Cook Motor Lodge like?

Captain Cook Motor Lodge is a short 12-minute walk from Midway Beach and 18 minutes' walk from Gisborne Harbour.

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Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Julian, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I love the parking area, the room itself as it was spacious and really clean and most of all, how accommodating and friendly the staff were. Love, love, love this place. Will definitely book again in the future.
Lila, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Spa amazing!! Shower floods a pain!
Helena, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are friendly and very helpful Will definitely return without a doubt
Kirimatao, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Helpful and friendly staff made our stay a pleasant and relaxing one
Mike, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The staff were do friendly and helpful. Great to have a restaurant on sight sldo. Great location, just across from the beach
Rickie, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mathew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

There was a big fly buzzing in the room and hiding up the ceiling. There was no fly spray in the room.
Donna Moses, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, walking distance to both the beach and the city centre. Cleanliness is important to me and my room was spotless. Staff very pleasant and helpful.
Sally, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Very well set up with all you need.
Richard, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Happy Visitor
Very happy with the service and cleanliness of the unit. Would definitely stay again. Liked that there was a Restuarant on site also.
Kim, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jim, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This motel was quiet and close to the beach. It was clean, spacious, and lots of parking
Shelby, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

If it was slightly cheaper, I’d say’ cheap and cheerful’ Friendly staff, quite noisy with logging trucks passing by from the early hours. Overall it served its purpose.
Rob, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The motel was very clean and tidy which was what I was after and the cleaners helpful and polite.
Alan, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Reasonable priced motel, good helpful friendly staff
Kristina, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Close to beach and shops. Good place for overnight stay
Judy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Polly, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and well serviced.
Fraser, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ok
Helen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The location and nothing to dislike about our dtay thank you very much.
Shivonne, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff went out of their way for everything from check in to check out.
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

great
peter, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Easy to access location and close to what we needed.
Shanan, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

sadie, 1-night trip
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