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Waikanae Beach Motel

★★★ 19 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, NZ

8.5 guest rating· 1309 reviews

About this hotel

Convenient Location

Waikanae Beach Motel is ideally situated in Gisborne City centre, just a short stroll from local shops and restaurants. Guests can enjoy the beachfront location, being just across the road from Waikanae Beach.

Comfortable Accommodation

The motel offers a range of apartment options, from cozy studios to spacious 2-bedroom units. Each apartment is equipped with modern amenities such as free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a well-appointed en suite bathroom.

Outdoor BBQ Facilities

Guests can take advantage of the BBQ facilities provided onsite, perfect for enjoying a relaxing meal outdoors. Whether it's a family gathering or a casual dinner, the BBQ area adds an extra touch to your stay.

Experience the perfect blend of convenience and comfort at Waikanae Beach Motel. Book now to secure your relaxing getaway.

Rooms & rates

Queen Studio

Sleeps 3 · 25 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

1 Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 3 · 45 m² · King bed, Sofa bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

Classic Apartment

Sleeps 3 · Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

One Bedroom Family Garden

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · Queen Bed, Twin bed, Sofa bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

1 Bedroom Triple

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · Queen Bed, Sofa bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

2 Bedroom Family

Sleeps 7 · 48 m² · Queen Bed, 3× Twin bed, Sofa bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

2 Bedroom Garden

Sleeps 5 · 40 m² · Queen Bed, 2× Twin bed, Sofa bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

2 Bedroom Unit

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · 2× King bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Apartment with Balcony

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

Family Suite

Sleeps 6 · 50 m² · 3× Twin bed, Sofa bed, Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Private beach area
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
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  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Diving
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Windsurfing

Location

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19 Salisbury Road, Gisborne, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.51309 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great locationUnwashed itemsDated facilities
Cleanliness7.7
Service9.2
Location9.2
Room Quality8.7
Amenities8.2
Value for Money8.2

Guest review

10.0

Very accommodating and that we were able to move rooms as well.

Adrienne · NZ · 2026-07-22

Guest review

10.0

The privacy

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Storme · NZ · 2026-07-17

So grateful for help we received here

10.0
Phyllis · AU · 2026-07-15

Good location and friendly staff

10.0

The location is great, close to the beach. Friendly staff made us welcome and the check in was very easy. The room was clean and spacious.

Leon · AU · 2026-07-15

Apart from the hair this place was good value for money

7.0

Cheap quite clean

There was hair all over the bathroom

Marama · NZ · 2026-07-13

Good to know

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Waikanae Beach Motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 2 years old to 14 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.

People no matter the age stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

You haven't added any cots.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.