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Captain Cook Motor Lodge

4-star property
31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne, 1800 796 370
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4.4 out of 5
Excellent!
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"Suited our needs and had the amenities that we wanted. Close to the shore. " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 08 Jan 2024

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Hotel Description

At Captain Cook Motor Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Sunshine Brewing Company and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self parking, and a conference center.

This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden, and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and luggage storage. On weekday mornings continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-star Awapuni motel include Statue of Young Nick and Captain Cook Statue.

Economy Queen Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$129* Per night/room 19 May - 20 May

Superior Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

2 Bedroom Apartment

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Superior Twin Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

1 Bedroom Apartment

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Standard Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Captain Cook Motor Lodge ratings based on 173 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.4 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Everyone (98) Couples (50) Family (25)
5 out of 5
Suited our needs and had the amenities that we wanted. Close to the shore.

Posted by on 8 Jan. 2024

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2 Feb. 2024 by Regards, Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Kia Ora, Thank you for your feedback. Glad to know that you enjoyed your stay. Will look forward to see you in future.

5 out of 5
Squeaking sound all night I didn’t like

Posted by on 12 Dec. 2023

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3 out of 5
No Café or Restaurant there Dark Rooms Small and Not very inviting

Posted by on 19 Nov. 2023

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24 Nov. 2023 by Regards, Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Thank you for your feedback. Apologies for inconvenience that took place during your stay.

4 out of 5
Very clean and neat. Traffic noise from logging trucks was initially disturbing.

Posted by on 12 Nov. 2023

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22 Nov. 2023 by Regards, Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Kia Ora , Thank you for your feedback.Glad to know that you enjoyed your stay. We will look forward to see you in future. Apologies for inconvenience.

5 out of 5
I enjoyed my stay very quiet and clean

Posted by on 31 Oct. 2023

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22 Nov. 2023 by Regards, Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Kia Ora , Thank you for your feedback.Glad to know that you enjoyed your stay. We will look forward to see you in future.

4 out of 5
Good

Posted by on 28 Oct. 2023

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22 Nov. 2023 by Regards, Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Kia Ora , Thank you for your feedback.Glad to know that you enjoyed your stay. We will look forward to see you in future.

4 out of 5
Big bed

Posted by on 28 Oct. 2023

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22 Nov. 2023 by Regards, Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Kia Ora , Thank you for your feedback.Glad to know that you enjoyed your stay. We will look forward to see you in future.

4 out of 5
Alright

Posted by on 27 Oct. 2023

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22 Nov. 2023 by Regards, Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Kia Ora , Thank you for your feedback.Glad to know that you enjoyed your stay. We will look forward to see you in future.

5 out of 5
Quiet, safe, comfortable, convenient to the venue to which I was going.

Posted by on 15 Oct. 2023

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22 Nov. 2023 by Regards, Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Kia Ora , Thank you for your feedback.Glad to know that you enjoyed your stay. We will look forward to see you in future.

5 out of 5
Nice quiet clean proprty

Posted by on 17 Sep. 2023

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28 Sep. 2023 by Regards, Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Kia Ora, Thank you for your amazing feedback. Glad to know that you enjoyed your stay and motel's services. We will look forward to see you again.

About the Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Location 31 Awapuni Rd, Waikanae Beach, Gisborne, 4010

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Captain Cook Motor Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. This 4-star Gisborne motel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2004
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Captain Cook Motor Lodge offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Air conditioning
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast on weekdays from 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Carolyn's Kitchen - Onsite diner.

Room service is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Mobile key entry is not available

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 12 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • 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

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.