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White Heron Motor Lodge

4.0 star property

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette (2 Bedoom Apartment) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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474 Gladstone Road, Gisborne, 4010
  • Place, Eastwoodhill Arboretum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunshine Brewery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisborne Botanic Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Suite)

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

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Spa Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (with Spa)

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

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette (2 Bedoom Apartment) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

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1 Bedroom Unit (Sleeps 4) | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

1 Bedroom Unit (Sleeps 4)

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

About the neighborhood

Gisborne

Located in Te Hapara, White Heron Motor Lodge is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Sunshine Brewery and Eastwoodhill Arboretum. This 24-room, 4-star motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Eastwoodhill Arboretum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sunshine Brewery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gisborne Botanic Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Gisborne Harbour - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Just Thai - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Neighbourhood Pizzeria - ‬17 min walk

About this property

White Heron Motor Lodge

Guests staying at White Heron Motor Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 50-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

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 elevator (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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Is free cancellation available at White Heron Motor Lodge?

White Heron Motor Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Heron Motor Lodge on May 2, 2026 start from $117, 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.

What is there to do around White Heron Motor Lodge?

This motel is situated in Te Hapara within a 10-minute walk of Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Sunshine Brewery. You'll also find Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at White Heron Motor Lodge?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the motel.

Does White Heron Motor Lodge feature a casino?

No, White Heron Motor Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at White Heron Motor Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about White Heron Motor Lodge?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a kitchenette as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at White Heron Motor Lodge?

No, but some guestrooms at this motel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does White Heron Motor Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, White Heron Motor Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will White Heron Motor Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at White Heron Motor Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at White Heron Motor Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from White Heron Motor Lodge?

The closest major airport to White Heron Motor Lodge is Gisborne (GIS), which is 2.4 mi away (5 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at White Heron Motor Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at White Heron Motor Lodge.

White Heron Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 359 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

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

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with partner
Good parking and secure
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding through out
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very modern and spotless clean. Free Laundry a real bonus to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything stood out, this hotel exceeded my expectations WOW !!!!!! if you ever go to Gisborne, stay here, you won't regret it ......
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tertius

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Horacio

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

d

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really spacious, clean and comfortable. Really thought it was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

8/10 Good

Wayne

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite and clean. Lovely room. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly liked it. Very friendly.very comfortable and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

White Heron Gisborne

Great location and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big clean and very well equipped R
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

O Cheung Ernest, Hung Hom,

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really spacious room, clean, very comfortable and hot shower, great TV channels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hope

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Auckland

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time staying there, but it will not be my last. With my job requiring me to visit Gisborne this will always be my place to stay. Modern facility, clean, parking, handy to everything and a very lovely owner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and nicely fitted out. Great friendly staff, thank you for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gisborne Visit

Part of our North Island road trip
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

K H

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

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