Captain Cook Motor Lodge
31 Awapuni Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Location was good”
“Will definitely be back in the near future 😁”
“The hotel was well located, clean and tidy”
“Lovely hot shower rooms were clean and room service was well done”
“Lovely and clean, staff so helpful and friendly”
“Calm place Good service and the main thing is everything is near to the motel …”
“Good shower pressure Comfy bed Central location”
“Good shower pressure, comfortable bed”
“Plenty of parking when you have a trailer”
Overview
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 Centre 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.
Traveller reviews
Bryce
family_with_children
June 14, 2026
“Clean, tidy and reasonable value.”
The hotel was well located, clean and tidy. It was everything that was advertised.
Rochelle
solo_traveller
June 11, 2026
“Average needs some attention to detail”
Lovely hot shower rooms were clean and room service was well done
Sheryl
solo_traveller
June 8, 2026
Location was good.
Michael
solo_traveller
June 8, 2026
Everything
Sonia
solo_traveller
June 7, 2026
“Grandparents traveling with 3 granddaughters”
2bdrm apartment for 5 of us. Everything was perfect. Will definitely be back in the near future 😁
Jackie
family_with_children
June 6, 2026
“This place is immaculate… staff lovely and helpful, definitely will be back!”
Lovely and clean, staff so helpful and friendly. Plenty of parking when you have a trailer. Close to beach and town.
Singh
couple
June 4, 2026
“It was amazing”
Calm place Good service and the main thing is everything is near to the motel which I like most
Cherie
family_with_children
May 31, 2026
“Amazing stay Close to the beach and really great for whanau”
Friendly and helpful staff and receptionist
Sonia
solo_traveller
May 31, 2026
We arrived after reception had closed. They let me know how to access the lockbox. Everything was just straight forward, very happy, Thank you
Kym
family_with_children
May 29, 2026
“Nice enough good space for the the 4 of us”
Location was good although the noise from the living trucks going pass woke us at 4am
Judith
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
“Great beach and town.”
Great location. Clean and tidy.
Kristina
couple
May 27, 2026
“Close to the centre, comfy space”
Good shower pressure Comfy bed Central location
Karena
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
Good shower pressure, comfortable bed
Shadrock
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
“Was just ok”
Location
Rosanna
solo_traveller
May 22, 2026
Clean tidy and quiet
Berin
couple
May 16, 2026
“Great stay.”
The staff were very welcoming & helpful. Housekeeping staff were fantastic, checking everyday if we needed anything. The laundry facilities were complimentary & convenient. Great location, close to the beach & city.
DUNCAN
solo_traveller
May 14, 2026
“OK”
CLEAN
John
couple
May 11, 2026
Location
Leigh
couple
May 10, 2026
“A very enjoyable and comfortable 2 day stay. Loved having Sky.”
Vacinity - close to city and beach
Prue
couple
May 2, 2026
“Suited our needs down to the ground. Thank you”
Our whole experience was great for what we wanted, the cafe an added bonus and we enjoyed being near the beach. The staff were wonderful and obliging.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Beach, Golf course (within 3 km)
Food & Drink
Restaurant, Breakfast in the room
General
Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Free parking, Street parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Daily housekeeping, Packed lunches, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Laundry
One-Bedroom Apartment
This apartment features a king -size bed in the bedroom and a single bed in the lounge/dining area. Includes a separate spacious kitchenette with hot-plates and microwave, a private bathroom with a spa bath, and flat-screen satellite TV. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.
Two-Bedroom Family Apartment
This apartment features 2 bedrooms, 2 TVs, and a kitchenette with kitchenware, fridge/freezer and hot-plates. Includes a separate living area and private bathroom with spa bath. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.
Economy Double Room
This compact studio features tea/coffee making facilities only and a TV with 50+ cable channels. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests. Cot and cribs are not available for this room. There are no kitchen facilities such as microwave, toaster or cutlery.
Superior King Studio with Spa Bath
This studio features a corner spa bath, and a kitchenette with a microwave. There is a 32" LCD TV with Sky guest select 50+ cable channels, and free unlimited WiFi. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests.
Superior Studio
This studio features an en suite bathroom with a shower, and a kitchenette with a microwave. There is a 32" LCD TV with Sky guest select 50+ cable channels, and free unlimited WiFi. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests.
Superior Twin Room
This compact studio has 2 single beds, tea/coffee making facilities only and a TV with 50+ cable channels. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests. Cot and cribs are not available for this room.
King Studio
This studio features a kitchenette with a microwave. There is a 32" LCD TV with Sky guest select 50+ cable channels, and free unlimited WiFi. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests.
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