Captain Cook Motor Lodge offers modern ground-floor studios and apartments with free Wi-Fi access. Free on-site parking is available. All rooms offer a TV with over 50 cable channels. The studios and apartments at Captain Cook feature a private bathroom, dining area and satellite TV. Tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge are included. Select rooms offer a spa bath and a kitchenette. Captain Cook features self-service laundry facilities and a tour desk. The motel is a 10-minute walk from Gisborne City Center and a 5-minute drive from Poverty Bay Golf Club. It is within a 10-minute drive of Gisborne Airport, Titirangi Domain and a 5 minute walk to Waikanae Beach, a popular surfing destination.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
3 twin beds
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
8.8

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Trina
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Pillows were just right not to bulky, the bed was nice and hard. Convenient to town
  • Nicky
    Australia Australia
    The outside appearance as we drove in was immaculate and the inside was the same. we have stayed in a few motels in gisborne and this was the best. will certainly stay there again
  • Bob
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Nice clean room with parking right outside the door. There is an onsite restaurant that serves simple well priced food. The TV in the room was great and we ended the day enjoying a move from the free SKY TV in bed.
  • Daniel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff were excellent and accommodating to special requests. The room was spottles and very comfortable
  • Danielle
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very spacious, close to the beach and most importantly super clean.
  • Ngahuia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Have always booked at Captain Cook out of any motor lodge in Gisborne this place has been the go to for me and all my family that I have brought along on my journey to Gisborne and by far is the best place to stay the staff are so lovely here 💛💚💛...
  • Cv
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The room was comfortable and clean. Parking was plentiful and the parking spaces were very wide, so easy to get in and out of.
  • Henry
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was very spacious, clean and comfortable. Lovely private seating area outside each room. Laundry was free and there were many machines plus an outdoor clothes line. Location was great, short walk to beach...
  • Elisabeth
    Switzerland Switzerland
    I received a free room upgrade upon check-in which I really appreciated. The new room was very spacious and super convenient; I especially liked the big desk I could use for some computer work. For me as a surfer it was also great to have a little...
  • Lapwood
    I loved the central location. Walking distance to shopping and restaurants.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Carolyn's Kitchen
    • Open for
      Lunch
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Activities

  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

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

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Captain Cook Motor Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
NZD 10 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 20
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving outside front desk opening hours are kindly requested to inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found in the booking 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.

Please inform Captain Cook Motor Lodge 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.

FAQs about Captain Cook Motor Lodge

  • Captain Cook Motor Lodge has 1 restaurant:

    • Carolyn's Kitchen
  • Room options at Captain Cook Motor Lodge include:

    • Double
    • Apartment
    • Family
    • Twin
    • Studio
  • The prices at Captain Cook Motor Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Captain Cook Motor Lodge is 0.6 miles from the center of Gisborne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Captain Cook Motor Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Captain Cook Motor Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beach
  • Check-in at Captain Cook Motor Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.