White Heron Motor Lodge is just 2 minutes' drive from the centre of Gisborne and 7 minutes' drive from the beach and the airport. The property offers a range of accommodation types, all with access to unlimited free WiFi. The modern, spacious units have air-conditioning, fast heating electric blankets and lounges with satellite 50-inch LED TVs and fully equipped kitchenettes. Free on-site parking is provided at the front of your unit and there are free guest laundry facilities available. Motor Lodge White Heron is a 6-minute drive from Olympic Pool Complex and Showgrounds Park & Event Centre. It is a 7-minute drive from Gisborne Park Golf Club and a 15-minute drive from Poverty Bay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Gisborne
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Terence
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very comfortable motel with large rooms. Welcoming owners. The location is on the main road, but it is not noticeably noisy.
  • Amy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We stayed here for 2 nights. The location of the hotel was perfect & in walking distance of the shops on Gladstone Rd. The bed was comfortable, TV had Sky & the room was exceptionally clean.
  • Shell
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Clean, relaxed atmosphere and close to town. You feel like you're treating yourself.

Property surroundings

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Facilities of White Heron Motor Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Fax/photocopying
    • Laundry
    Safety & security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Wellness
    • Spa and wellness centre
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    White Heron Motor Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 21:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardEftposCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note guests must provide a valid credit card upon check-in.

    Please inform White Heron Motor Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about White Heron Motor Lodge

    • The prices at White Heron Motor Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at White Heron Motor Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Room options at White Heron Motor Lodge include:

      • Studio
      • Apartment
      • Twin/Double
    • White Heron Motor Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
    • White Heron Motor Lodge is 800 yards from the centre of Gisborne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The nearest beach is just 0.9 miles from White Heron Motor Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.