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Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

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A person relaxing in a wooden hot tub with a sunset view. - Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping (Makorori)
A bedroom with a large window overlooking the beach, a bed with white bedding, and a round mirror on the wall. - Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping (Makorori)
A tent with a view of the sea, wooden furniture, and a table. - Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping (Makorori)
A playground with a yellow slide, a climbing structure, and a green-roofed playhouse. - Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping (Makorori)
Three dome-shaped tents with internal lighting, set in a grassy area with trees in the background. - Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping (Makorori)
Located close to Makorori Beach, Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping provides a terrace, a playground, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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A wooden cabin with a porch, a bed, and a chair.

Log Cabin, Shared Bathroom

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A tent with a bed, a hat, and a person holding a cup.

Glamping Tent 2 Persons, Shared Bathroom

  • Beach view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Three dome-shaped tents with internal lighting, set in a grassy area with trees in the background.

Glamping Tent 4 People, Shared Bathroom

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a large window overlooking the beach, a bed with white bedding, and a round mirror on the wall.

Zen Cabin Oceanview, Private Bathroom

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern, compact building with a sliding glass door entrance, a small outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs, and a sign indicating "Podlite 2".

Podlifes Cabin, Private Bathroom

  • Partial ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern wooden house with a porch, large windows, and a sliding glass door.

Beachfront Tiny Home, Private Bathroom

  • Beach view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Makorori, Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Makorori Beach and Wainui Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Gisborne Harbour. Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Makorori travel guide
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Map
516 Whangara Rd, Makorori, 4073

What's nearby

  • A beach with waves, mountains, and a clear sky.
    Wainui Beach
    11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Makorori Beach
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Gisborne Harbour
    17 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Tairawhiti Museum
    18 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Kaiti Hill
    18 min drive - 10.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zephyr Wainui
    9 min drive
  • Kfc Kaiti
    12 min drive
  • Five Star Food Market
    12 min drive
  • Pita Pit Gisborne
    18 min drive
  • Deliciously Delectable
    12 min drive

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Dining

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Pets stay free
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • No housekeeping provided

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 15 percent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: 15 percent of room rate (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a 15% fee (subject to availability).

Where is Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping located?

Situated near the beach, this campground is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Makorori Beach and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wainui Beach and Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. Gisborne Harbour and Kaiti Hill are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect place to unwind and have a relaxing time by the beach 🏖️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing views. Enjoyed accessing the spa and sauna
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place on the ocean to see the sunrise
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Quiet little retreat

Lovely quiet little retreat. Awesome customer service. Nothing was a problem
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My review is not actually for the glamping tent. The owner sent an email several days in advance of my stay letting me know the tents had blown away during a storm. I instead stayed in a Zen Cabin (for no extra charge) and it was wonderful! One of my favorite stays in NZ. Parking is right outside the cabin, easy check-in and entry, beautifully decorated, private kitchenette, private bathroom, comfortable bed facing the ocean in front of a huge picture window.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to relax.lovely environment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved the area amazingly amazing Loved the service beautiful service Loved the Communal Facilities Amazing I booked the Log Cabin I will definitely book a Zen Cabin next visit. Cant wait!!!!! Beautiful Get Away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were pretty close to the main road with a lot of noise and tucked away from the seaview, as we were round the back of the reception hut.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very courteous. The unit could do with kitchen sink as has other implements for light cooking
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Would highly recommend this style of flaming.

From arrival to departure we were very impressed with our treatment and the accommodation pod we had booked. There are only cafe facilities at the weekend therefore the need to travel for food and drink was unavoidable but it is only a short drive into Gisborne. The beaches close by are a surfers paradise so would certainly suit the adventurous person, though not myself. An all round excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent rapport qualité prix, je suis restée 4 nuits et je reviendrai. Le site est magique. L'accueil chaleureux, le logement indépendant et agréable. Endroit calme et familial. Bon espace de parking. La cuisine commune bien aménagée. Merci à tous et merci à Hotel.com. Philippe France
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

It’s on the beach

Easy to find and ok for the price. Big bonus it’s right on the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine with what was expected except only cold showers
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Loved it!

Amazing stay, exactly as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really enjoyed our night in the glamping tent. It was a stormy night, and the tent coped brilliantly - staying comfy throughout. Nice toilet and shower block, although it would be nice to have some extra toiletries in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful tents and right on the beach. Clean toilets and showers.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

Hopeless place

If you want a place were the staff only care about getting your money and not answering questions about what things to do nearby. A room that has a fridge, microwave jug and toaster but no power? And no one to assist you when you try to query why you are paying for a room that has no power. If that sounds like fun then you can go waste your money at this place. Although the view was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The elevated cabin with a view over the camp and out to sea was very nice. The staff were hospitable. But I felt $130 per night was a lot for a shared facilities cabin. And the cookhouse was much too small to accommodate the number of people staying at the campground and the 1 toilet bowl in the Mens was out of order. 3 in the unisex were available
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot if looking to get away for a couple of days and not keen on the hustle and bustle of being in Gisborne central but still close enough to get to and from quickly. Comfortable bed and cabin however the fan in our room didn’t work which was a little bit of bummer as the weather was scorching during our stay. We were lucky enough that it was quite breezy with the cabin window and door opened up. Only thing we would say requires attention is the kitchen cleanliness. Other than that, would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing glamping set up. Perfect right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

awesome beach side location. BEAUTIFUL

the glamping was fabulous. place is under new owners and they are working hard to get it top notch. it will be great when they are done
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020