What is Whataupoko like?

Travelers to the Whataupoko neighborhood in Gisborne will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Tairawhiti Museum as part of your Whataupoko travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Whataupoko area?

Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodations in Whataupoko and start exploring everything Gisborne has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Whataupoko, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Whataupoko.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Whataupoko?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Whataupoko, click here .

What can I see and do in this Gisborne neighborhood?

Tairawhiti Museum is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Whataupoko. While you're out sightseeing, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are a couple of additional sights to visit in Gisborne.

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Our top choices for Whataupoko hotels

208 Lake Road

14.5 km from Whataupoko

Justin

₩253,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 8 - Apr 9

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Matawhero Wines

Matawhero, 9 km from Whataupoko

Mary

₩379,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 27 - Apr 28

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

9.4 km from Whataupoko

Munendran

₩143,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 27 - Apr 28

Ocean Beach Wainui

Wainui, 4.8 km from Whataupoko

Glenn

₩168,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 17 - Apr 18

Motel Oasis, Gisborne

Tamarau, 4.1 km from Whataupoko

Fiona

₩143,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 27 - Apr 28

Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Awapuni, 2.5 km from Whataupoko

Jamie

₩223,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 17 - Apr 18

Teal Motor Lodge

Te Hapara, 2.1 km from Whataupoko

Linda

₩186,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Whispering Sands Motel

Awapuni, 2.7 km from Whataupoko

Terry

₩218,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 6 - Apr 7

Unit 20: Two-bedroom cottage | In-room dining

Travellers Inn Motel

Te Hapara, 3.3 km from Whataupoko

Glen

Waikanae Beach Motel

Awapuni, 2.6 km from Whataupoko

IRLENE

₩136,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

White Heron Motor Lodge

Te Hapara, 2.1 km from Whataupoko

Todd

₩182,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 4 - Apr 5

Ahikaa Gisborne Motel

Awapuni, 2.7 km from Whataupoko

Raymond

₩220,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 4 - Apr 5

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Colonial on Gladstone

Te Hapara, 3.3 km from Whataupoko

Sharukh

₩142,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 27 - Apr 28

Portside Hotel

Gisborne Central, 2.1 km from Whataupoko

Yvette

₩215,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 7 - Apr 8

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Awapuni, 2.4 km from Whataupoko

Rochelle

₩137,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 3 - Apr 4

Tudor Park Motel

Lytton West, 3.5 km from Whataupoko

Mariata

₩146,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Compact Queen Studio | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Bella Vista Gisborne

Te Hapara, 2.3 km from Whataupoko

Christian Albert

₩162,664 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 4 - Apr 5

Senator Motor Inn

Gisborne Central, 1.9 km from Whataupoko

Graeme

₩188,611 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 27 - Apr 28

Executive Suite, River View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Emerald Hotel

Gisborne Central, 1.7 km from Whataupoko

Michael W

₩139,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 18 - Apr 19

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Studio) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Bk's Palm Court Motor Lodge

Te Hapara, 3.1 km from Whataupoko

Marc

₩182,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 20 - Apr 21

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Where to stay in Whataupoko

Find the best Whataupoko areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

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Kaiti

If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Gisborne Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

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Wainui

Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.

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Te Hapara

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Te Hapara and surrounding area, you can visit Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens.

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Inner Kaiti

When in Inner Kaiti, you can plan a visit to Gisborne Harbour and Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Top Whataupoko Hotel Reviews

Portside Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room was nice. Main reason I marked the rating down to good was the noise coming from the Port all night, it didn’t stop and the banging was very loud. "