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Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Motel in Gisborne with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Front of property - evening/night
Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | LCD TV
Superior Twin Room | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Captain Cook Motor Lodge offers a genuine welcome in Awapuni. Travelers enjoy meals at Carolyn's Kitchen and find quiet moments in the garden. The helpful staff and free WiFi make staying connected easy while away from home.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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2 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker

2 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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King Spa Unit | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

King Spa Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Queen Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Economy Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Captain Cook Motor Lodge is in Awapuni, a neighborhood in Gisborne. Captain Cook Statue and Statue of Young Nick are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Eastwoodhill Arboretum. Titirangi Reserve and Cook Observatory are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne, 4010

What's nearby

  • Midway Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gisborne Harbour - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Gisborne Hospital - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Curbside Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tahu - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Upscale motel located in Awapuni
A garden, laundry facilities, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Captain Cook Motor Lodge. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A banquet hall and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Captain Cook Motor Lodge feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and room service.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 to 20 for adults and NZD 18 to 20 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Meal Garden

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 7:00 PM to 10:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 18 to 20 for adults, and NZD 18 to 20 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon

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 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Captain Cook Motor
Captain Cook Motor Gisborne
Captain Cook Motor Lodge
Captain Cook Motor Lodge Gisborne
Captain Cook Motor Lodge Motel
Captain Cook Motor Lodge Gisborne
Captain Cook Motor Lodge Motel Gisborne

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain Cook Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 AM–noon for a fee.

What time is check-out at Captain Cook Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Captain Cook Motor Lodge located?

Located in Awapuni, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Sunshine Brewing Company, Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf, and Statue of Young Nick. Captain Cook Statue and Te Tauihu Turanga Whakamana are also within 15 minutes.

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