Makaraka Travel Guide
Gisborne
Popular places to visit
East Coast Museum of Technology
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by East Coast Museum of Technology in Gisborne.
Gisborne Hospital
If Gisborne Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne.
Gisborne Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Eastwoodhill Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Eastwoodhill Arboretum during your stay in Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
Learn about the local history of Gisborne when you take a trip to Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Matawhero Wines
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Matawhero Wines during your travels to Gisborne. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Top hotels in Makaraka
Emerald Hotel
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Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Waikanae Beach Motel
Room spotless, staff lovely
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Room was spotless , great motor lodege. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Portside Hotel
I was able to check in early, staff were accomodating which was appreciated. Good tidy self sufficient room with a great view. Self service coffee facilities & water filter available in the foyer. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Alfresco Motor Lodge
Room was clean, it was so spacious as we had a 2 bedroom it was worth the stay.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Motel Oasis, Gisborne
Stayed here previously - comfortable clean rooms
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Makaraka
Gisborne Airport
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gisborne Airport and surrounding area, you can visit Midway Beach and Sunshine Brewery.
Elgin
While there might not be top attractions in Elgin, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Midway Beach and Eastwoodhill Arboretum.
Riverdale
When in Riverdale, you can plan a visit to Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Midway Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lytton West
While Lytton West isn't home to many top sights, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Sunshine Brewery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Matawhero
While visiting Matawhero, you might make a stop by sights like Matawhero Wines and Bushmere Estate.
Te Hapara
When in Te Hapara, you can plan a visit to Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
