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Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Motel in Gisborne with free parking

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Captain Cook Motor Lodge offers a genuine welcome in Awapuni. Travelers enjoy meals at Carolyn's Kitchen and find quiet moments in the garden. The helpful staff and free WiFi make staying connected easy while away from home.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NT$2,756
NT$3,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13

Room options

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2 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker

2 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 592 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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King Spa Unit | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

King Spa Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Economy Queen Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Economy Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne, 4010

What's nearby

  • Midway Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gisborne Wine Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 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
  • ‪Columbus - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Raglan Roast - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tahu - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Upscale motel located in Awapuni
A garden, laundry facilities, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Captain Cook Motor Lodge. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • A banquet hall and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Captain Cook Motor Lodge feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and room service.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Meal Garden

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

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)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Is Captain Cook Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 2025/12/9, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Captain Cook Motor Lodge on 2025/12/12 start from NT$2,756, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 AM–noon for a fee.

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

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Captain Cook Motor Lodge located?

Located in Awapuni, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Sunshine Brewing Company, Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf, and Statue of Young Nick. Captain Cook Statue and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Captain Cook Motor Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 555 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 555 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 555 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 555 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 555 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

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

Heather

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

8/10 Good

Jamie

Great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

8/10 Good

Mata

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

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

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

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

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly staff made our stay a pleasant and relaxing one
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

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

10/10 Excellent

frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wow what a lovely place to stay , the clean smell when you walked in was great , parking amazing , great for guests or 2 cars travelling together
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

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

10/10 Excellent

Brenden

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

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and shops. Good place for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable priced motel, good helpful friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good parking, nice environment, over priced.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

Shanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access location and close to what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing Happy workers cleaning the rooms daily,
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy, quiet and good location with lots of parking and food nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close to everything the cleaners were great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024