Teal Motor Lodge

In Gisborne’s Te Hapara, minutes from Eastwoodhill Arboretum and the Gisborne Botanic Gardens. This 4-star motor lodge sits close to the city centre, a short drive from Tairawhiti Museum, Sunshine Brewery and Gisborne Harbour — handy for beach days and wine tasting.

Twenty self-contained motel apartments blend retro motor-lodge ease with modern comforts. Rooms feature kitchenettes or full kitchens (fridge, oven/stovetop, microwave), 32-inch/Sky TVs, private patios with outdoor seating and daily housekeeping. Some units include two-person spa baths and extras like electric blankets and cooling fans.

Saltwater outdoor pool, garden and terrace areas, guest BBQs and a children’s adventure playground set a family-friendly tone. Concierge-style services include tour/ticket assistance, babysitting and option to hire a Playstation. Laundry and same-day service available—perfect for longer stays. Wake up to garden-side mornings and easy self-parking on site.

Complimentary wireless internet and a computer station keep you connected. Express check-in and express check-out streamline stays, and complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby. Free self parking on site.

An on-site restaurant offers meal options and room service during limited hours, with restaurant delivery available to rooms. For local flavor, several nearby pubs and eateries — including The Rivers Restaurant and Bar — serve classic Gisborne dishes and regional wines.