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White Heron Motor Lodge

Property class: 4

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A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, and a window with blinds.
A hotel named White Heron with a sign indicating 'EXIT ONLY' on the side.
A hotel with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a dark blue quilted bedspread and white linens. There are two wall-mounted light fixtures above the beds, and a window with sheer curtains to the left.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dark coffee table, and a kitchen area with white cabinets and a microwave.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

Explore the area

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474 Gladstone Road, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Sunshine Brewery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tairawhiti Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gisborne Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Suite)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Spa Suite)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Spa Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (with Spa)

A bed with a white pillow featuring a leaf pattern.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (with Spa)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette (2 Bedoom Apartment)

A hotel room with two beds, each with a dark blue quilted bedspread and white linens. There are two wall-mounted light fixtures above the beds, and a window with sheer curtains to the left.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette (2 Bedoom Apartment)

  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Unit (Sleeps 4)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

1 Bedroom Unit (Sleeps 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Gisborne

At White Heron Motor Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Sunshine Brewery and Gisborne Botanic Gardens. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a front desk safe. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Te Hapara motel include Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf.
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What's nearby

  • Sunshine Brewery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gisborne Botanic Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gisborne Harbour - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tatapouri Fishing Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Anatolia - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk

About this property

White Heron Motor Lodge

White Heron Motor Lodge offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Gisborne motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1996
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
White Heron Motor Lodge offers 24 accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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 lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1996
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

White Heron Motor Inn Gisborne

White Heron Motor Inn

White Heron Motor Gisborne

White Heron Motor

White Heron Motor Lodge Gisborne

White Heron Motor Lodge Motel

White Heron Motor Lodge Gisborne

White Heron Motor Lodge Motel Gisborne

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at White Heron Motor Lodge?

White Heron Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at White Heron Motor Lodge?

As of 10 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Heron Motor Lodge on 11 Sept 2026 start from NZ$210, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at White Heron Motor Lodge?

Yep, White Heron Motor Lodge has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to White Heron Motor Lodge?

The closest beach to White Heron Motor Lodge is Midway Beach (1.9 km).

Does White Heron Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at White Heron Motor Lodge?

No, White Heron Motor Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at White Heron Motor Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at White Heron Motor Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

White Heron Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 379 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent choice = quiet, spacious rooms and close to town centre and eateries.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Place Too Stay, good TV good staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good Motel good bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Motel to stay at quite and comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was exactly as pictured, very clean & the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great, thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean comfy bed and great TV service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Draft through edge of front door, needs some attention. Otherwise a very good room (room 21). Our second stay here. Friendly people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel heaps of room bed was very comfy and the front desk was very helpful. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cornell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was clean and well equipped. Very central location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I go back to Gisborne I will definitely stay with Cherry-Lynn & Hughie at the White Heron Motor Lodge in Gisborne. A very warm welcome at Reception by Cherry-Lynn. The room was absolutely perfect and I had booked for 1 night but I enjoyed it so much, I stayed an extra night!!! Thanks again and I will see you next time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run, clean & friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and nice room and quite the Aircon was good to have as was super hot weather . Would highly recommend staying here .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank Noble

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were on site and greeted us. Great and complete kitchen The units were very comfortable and met and surpassed our standards. We extended our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Good parking and secure
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lovina-paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here, will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna Moses

Great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darwyyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge provided a comfortable and clean stay, and the staff were friendly and provided helpful recommendations. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s always a pleasure staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff always very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, great clean rooms, I stay here every month for work and never look anywhere else!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024