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 (9.1)

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
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Martin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Really good u it’s, lovely comfy beds et. Very clean etc. we do recommend this Motel
  • Neil
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very clean and tidy. Good location and handy to town.
  • Rose
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Cleanliness, friendliness, location, comfort, price, can not be faulted.
  • Christine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very attentive and helpful hosts. Good location. Appreciated free laundry facilities. We have stayed here before and were happy to return
  • Judith
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The place was clean and comfortable with plenty of space
  • Bronwyn
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The motel is a lovely place to stay the rooms are very big and everything was very clean
  • Pardoe
    New Zealand New Zealand
    White heron is always a great place to stay, we are sticklers of habit and always choose to stay there when coming to gisborne. Convenient, comfortable and central.
  • Roxxy22
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The hosts were the best! We had a little misunderstanding with our booking and they graciously sorted it out with us. Rooms were very clean.
  • Joanne
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything was great, and within a close proximity to where we needed to be.
  • Sarah
    New Zealand New Zealand
    comfy bed, all that was needed in the kitchen, good shower

Property surroundings

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

    • Room options at White Heron Motor Lodge include:

      • Studio
      • Apartment
      • Twin/Double
    • White Heron Motor Lodge is 800 yards from the centre of Gisborne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • 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.

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

      • Spa and wellness centre