Take time out to learn some local history and stand where the warriors of the Tainui Canoe first landed at Whangaparaoa Beach. Take a guided walk with June of Guided Maori Historical & Scenic Walks (see advert in Oruaiti Beach, Waihau Bay) which can include a visit to the local marae where the tribes history is depicted in mural form.
This is the boundary of the Opotiki District and also of the local tribe, Te Whanau-a-Apanui. Good beach and fishing. Turn off by School to beach and small boat launching. The Cape itself cannot be reached by road. Opposite the School there is an Interdominational church. It is here that two famous canoes landed from Hawaiiki about 1350 A.D. – the Tainui and the Arawa. Other canoes such as the Tauira and Tokomaru are also said to have called at Taungawhaka, this spot is where kumaras were supposedly first introduced to New Zealand. A restored old Pa site and meeting house are of historical interest at Whangaparaoa.
Potaka is the most northerly of Ngati Porou communities and is the start of the Ngati Porou tribal area. Here there is a school and a marae, a road to the left runs down to Lottin Point and Lottin Point Motel. The entire length of this road is bounded by private property and visitors are requested to observe the owner rights.
Lottin Point is well worth a visit. Here we have the serenity of quiet bays and the contrasting rocky coastline with pounding seas. There is good fishing here both for the diver and the surf caster. Just before reaching Hicks Bay you will notice the aptly named Nipple Hill, also the beautiful waterfall in the bush on the right.
Lottin Point Motel, Newest on the Coast. 18 self contained units sleep 5, 1 double 3 single units & licensed restaurant. Excellent fishing, diving etc. Beautiful views. Heli-Pad, Barbecue, guest laundry, bait & fishing gear. Eftpos available. Your hosts Bruno & Duckie.
Phone:
06 864 4455.
There is a sudden and dramatic change and this bay, originally named Te Wharekahika and renamed after one of the crew of the “Endeavour” is a truly lovely place. In Ngati Porou history it gains its importance as the place the most famous of Ngati Porou fighting chiefs, Tuwhakairiora first made his home on entry into the area. In times past a freezing works and port were established at the western end of the Bay under the lee of Matakaoa Point. With forestry development on the East Cape, maybe the port will be developed again. Hicks Bay marks the start of the large sheep and cattle stations which extend from here to the south of the North Island along the East Coast and for many miles inland.
Hicks Bay General Store & Takeaways, Come relax & meet KELB’s friendly team and be greeted the “Ngati Porou” style. NAU MAI HAERE MAI. Open 7 days for your general needs. Fantastic parking, Groceries, Espresso,
Outdoor seating, Bottle Store, ice, NZ Post, EFTPOS and much more. Kingi or Louina. EXCITING NEWS! Coming soon – Hicks Bay Leisure Park. Would you like your Very own place by the sea? Email us. Email: kingi@kelb.co.nz.
Phone:
06-864 4725.
At the eastern end is Onepoto Road which leads to Horseshoe Bay (Onepoto) with its cluster of homes and the backpackers lodge. A beautiful quiet secluded bay, 2 minutes from the Hicks Bay Store, it is an ideal safe family recreational beach. Swimming and surfing. Onepoto served as the local boat landing bay pre-European and during early settlement, prior to the Hicks Bay Wharf being established. Fishing charters, waka and horse treks available.
On leaving the flat as you wind up the hill some real views are revealed. Here you come upon the Hicks Bay Motel Lodge on its breath taking site where you will receive a warm welcome. Opposite the motel exit up on the hill is one of New Zealand’s largest puriri trees.
A short journey over the hill, Pukeamaru, with brilliant views leads you down to the Tokata flats, where you will find the well equipped and friendly Te Araroa Holiday Park, a little further on the interesting East Cape Manuka oil plant, shop and cafe is well worth a stop.
Between here and Te Araroa you will find a Caravan Dump Station on the seaward side of the road.
Hicks Bay Motel Lodge, “Another day of sunshine”. Motels – hotels – restaurant – licensed bar – glow worm grotto – walking tracks –
Off-licensed bottleshore and shop. SH 35 Hicks Bay 4087 Email: stay@hicksbaymotel.co.nz.
Phone:
06 864 4880.
Te Araroa Holiday Park, A remote and peaceful setting amongst established trees and gardens, 4 min walk to beach. Power and tent sites. Budget accommodation for families and backpackers. Excellent amenities block with paraplegic facilities. General store, Bottle Shop, Swim at the beach or surf-cast off the rocks, sea kayaks and mountain bikes for hire. EFTPOS, photocopying and fax service. Midway Opotiki and Gisborne Email: bill.martin@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06 864 4873.
East Cape Manuka Visitors Centre & Cafe, Manuka Oil and Manuka Honey products available. Espresso, fruit smoothies Ice creams, drinks and food. Informative visual displays, Garden with outdoor seating. Good parking – suitable for buses & campervans. Visitors very welcome. Group factory tours by prior arrangement. Open 7 days Nov to April. Open 5 days May to Oct. On SH35 between Hicks Bay & Te Araroa Email: info@eastcapemanuka.co.nz.
Phone:
0508 626 852.
0508 MANUKA.
A short drive along the flat brings you to the settlement of Te Araroa nestled under the cliffs of the majestic Whetumataerau. Formerly known as Kawakawa-mai-Tawhiti, the name was changed because there were too many Kawakawa’s in New Zealand. The name Te Araroa came from the long hedged path that lead to the house of the 19th century missionary Rev. Kissling. On the beachfront at Te Araroa in the school grounds stands the largest pohutukawa tree in the world, Te Waha o Rerekohu.
Eastern Store, Mobil petrol & diesel. Open 7 days. Four Square specials. Beer & wine sales. LOTTO. NZ Post Agent.
Phone:
06 864 4874.
Kai Kart Cafe & Takeaways, Fish & Chips, Burgers, Dine in Meals. Coffees, Ice creams.
Open Tues to Sat 9am to 7pm. Sun 9am to 5pm.
Phone:
06 864 4806.
Te Araroa Farmers & General Store, Over 100 year old store. Open 7 days LPG gas bottles refilled. Fishing supplies, ice and bait. T-shirts and souvenirs. Email: hutiwatson@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06 864 4819.
The all weather road runs along the waterfront through private land so beware of stock on the road. The lighthouse is the most easterly in the world and the climb up to the light is well worth the trip. The 40 km round trip is most rewarding done early to see the sunrise.
Tikitiki lies in a valley on the bend in the road and is reached after having driven through some pleasant farmland with areas of forestry development. Tikitiki contains much of interest to the student of the Maori. The people here are descendants of the Whatonga and Toi saga, the first to settle and establish themselves in the fertile valley through which the Waiapu River flows, at the mouth of which fish of many types abound.
Tikitiki has a school, a health centre, a garage, an R.S.A, Postal Centre, Café and Lunchbar. Above Tikitiki township is the flat hill Pukemaire on which are clearly defined trenches dug in 1864 during the Maori Wars, superimposed on the older earthworks and habitations of the pre-Pakeha era.
St. Mary’s Church at Tikitiki should on no account be missed. The project had to excel all other churches and have Maori architectural design, hereby leading to a resurgence of Maori arts and crafts in the area. The wonderful carvings and Tukutuku woven panels were created by local Ngati Porou craftspeople and the pulpit was a gift from the Te Arawa tribe. Entry to the church costs $5pp and can be arranged by Ngati Porou Tourism 06-864 8660 - guided tours are also available.
Turn left to travel to Rangitukia. 8kms on you will find Eastender Backpackers & Eastender Horse Treks.
Eastender Backpackers & Eastender Horse Treks, Outback location. Make your own Bone Carving. Table Tennis and Pool Billiard. Hangi meals (book ahead). Outside fire and BBQ, 2 large bunk rooms and 4 cabins, sleeps 29 for $23 pp. Horse Riding $60 pp for 2-hour beach & bush. 836 Rangitukia Rd Email: eastenderbackpackers@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06-8643820.
Ruatoria is the largest town since leaving Opotiki and offers facilities not found in other coastal towns so far and is a service centre for many outlying valleys. The town has a bowling club that welcomes visitors, the Ruatoria Hotel, an R.S.A. Club, and there is a Skate Park & Playground situated on the main road next to Sunburst Café & Lounge. Further on you will find the Westpac Bank & the well stocked Hikurangi Foodmarket Four Square. Ruatoria has a charm of its own and has important connections with the Maori people, being the centre of the great Ngati Porou tribe. Sir Apirana Ngata lived here and his memory is perpetuated in the Ngata Memorial College.
The Maori V.C. Lieutenant Ngarimu was born here. In the locality there are many natural gas vents. This led to petroleum exploration which made many hopeful but like wells in many other places, these wells were dry. Since 1973 a lot of the marginal farmland has been planted in exotic trees (mainly pinus radiata) which has provided some employment. As well as providing a valuable timber resource the pine trees have helped to stabilise erosion-prone land, and will provide future employment opportunities.
Hikurangi Foodmarket Four Square, Supermarket Shopping, Petrol & Diesel, Lotto, NZ Post, Hardware, Souvenir T Shirts, Beer & Wine.
Phone:
06 864 8450.
Ngati Porou Tourism & Visitor Information Centre, Visitor Information, Mt Hikurangi Guided Tours, Mt Hikurangi Access & Hut permits, Ngati Porou Arts & Crats, Internet Access. 021 1260 001 Cell. 144 Waiomatini Road, Ruatoria
Phone:
06 864 8660 (office) 06 864 3012 a/hrs.
At 1754 metres, the majestic Mt. Hikurangi is the highest non-volcanic peak in the North Island. The mountain is sacred to the Ngati Porou people and is the first place in New Zealand to see the sun each day. High on the mountain are nine carved Whakairo (sculptures) depicting the whanau of Maui - Tikitiki - a - Taranga, who legend attributes to fishing the North Island up from the sea. There is a walking track to the summit via private property, access is by permission of Ngati Porou Tourism who have offices in Ruatoria (ph 06-864 8660).
Te Puia Springs is most interesting for here we have evidence of thermal activity. Just north of the village is a pleasant golf course. There is a hospital, and a small but attractive settlement with a well stocked store, hotel and Visitor Information Centre. The surrounding area is interesting and is worth more than a passing glance. A detour off the main road here can take you to Waipiro Bay. Once a bustling coastal shipping township the bay has a school, a fishing ground, three historical Marae & a church.
Te Puia Springs Visitor Information Centre, In District Council building. For visitor information and recreational advice.
Phone:
06 864 6853.
A quiet coastal township with a temperate climate, Tokomaru Bay is a pleasant place. With rocky headlands at each end of eight kilometres of golden beach, it is an ideal place for swimming, surfing and fishing. On the waterfront you will find public toilets & a Skate Park. It is an area rich in culture and history and is known as an arts centre as many craftspeople have been drawn to live there.
The local Maori, Te Whanau-a-Ruataupare have four active marae including the large carved meeting-house on the Pakirikiri Marae which was opened in 1934. A party came down from Rarotonga to take part in the ceremony, hence the name Te Hono ki Rarotonga. The headland Mawhai Pa is known for the stout defence by a small group of old men, women and three European whalers against a much larger party of Hauhau warriors in 1865. At Waima at the eastern end of the bay is an old wharf and the remains of a freezing works which closed down in 1952, relics of the era when transport on the coast was by sea. The New Zealand Shipping Co. had a depot here and the harbour operated until 1963.
The Ruins Accommodation, Situated on the old freezing works historical site. 5 mins walk to wharf. 2 self contained units, 1 sleeps 4, the other 7. Shared Laundry & Bathroom. Marlene & Bill
Phone:
027 267 6561.
Te Puka Tavern, Your friendly host: Mike Tiopira. Spectacular Ocean Views from the front deck. Meals are available 7 days per week. Wholesale, TAB, Assorted Beers on Tap, Pool Tables. 11am to midnight. Beach Road
Phone:
06 864 5466.
Tokomaru Bay Four Square, 1st Store in New Zealand with bilingual signage. OPEN 7 DAYS for groceries, beer, wine, postage, gas bottles, LOTTO, fresh fruit & Vegies. Fax 06-864 5717. Haere mai, nau mai ki te Akau o Tokomaru (Welcome to Tokomaru Bay).
Phone:
06 864 5718.
Mayfair Store & Camping Ground, 11 Cabins, kitchen and shower block and family units, Power sites. Laundry. Backpackers accommodation. Pet friendly. Beach frontage. Good fishing. Seven day dairy with petrol and diesel. LPG refills. Hosts: Tracy and the crew.
Phone:
06 864 5843.
Te Poutapeta - The Post Office B&B, Historic Places Trust 100 year old building. Quality accommodation. Fully Self-contained Three bedrooms - 1/2 minute walk to beach. Bill & Jan Hughes. Cell 027 459 4099. 8 Waimana Street, Tokomaru Bay Email: billhughes@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06 864 5411.
The drive out to this coastal walkway is approx 7kms. Anaura Bay is one of the most beautiful of all the East Cape Bays. Steeped in history, Captain Cook berthed at Anaura where he was warmly welcomed by local Maori, after a speedy retreat from Poverty Bay! Anaura is a very safe haven with a flat golden sanded beach with great fishing. The backdrop of wonderful native bush provides a well formed family walkway of 3.5kms, taking about two hours. Turn left at the bottom of the hill, it's a short drive to the walkway and accommodations.
Anaura Bay Scenic Reserve: covers 225 hectares of steep bush & regenerating native vegetation. Anaura Bay Walkway begins & ends in the reserve. Camp fees - $10 per site per night. Closed from Easter to Labour Weekend (late October), maximum stay 3 weeks. Facilities - Water from tap. Campers are urged to boil it or bring their own drinking water. A chemical toilet dump station is available & campers must supply their own chemical toilets. Barbecues or fireplaces, picnic tables & rubbish collection may be provided.
Rangimarie Beachstay B&B, Rangimarie Cottage & Rangimarie Homestay Beachfront property - All rooms have private decks with sensational views of
Anaura Bay and sunrises. Self-contained and hosted (B&B) accommodation. Dinners catered for by arrangement. 930 Anaura Road Email: anaurastay@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
021 633 372.
Papatahi Homestay, Modern sunny home. Separate accommodation with ensuite. 3kms north of Tolaga Bay Email: nickibrucej@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06 862 6623.
This town is larger than most of the settlements on this coast, and features The Tolaga Inn, a picturesque colonial style hotel, the shopping centre is good and the town boasts a nine-hole golf course, bowling club and skate park. The streets of this town are named after Captain Cook’s crew. Cook cast anchor here in 1769. The beach at Tolaga Bay is excellent for swimming and fishing and adequate facilities are available for boat launching. What is probably the best situated camp site on this coast is The Tolaga Bay Holiday Park about three kilometres out of town, right on the beach at the end of the bay where the rocky shoreline again commences. The very long jetty served as a wharf for the area in the days of coastal shipping. A very popular fishing spot, this is also the start of the 5km Cook’s Cove walkway (2.5 hours) which provides spectacular views of Cook’s Cove and the hole in the cliff wall.
Ranui Buses, Eastcape transport. Tours, East Cape, Old Motu Rd, Wine - Arts - Crafts - Gardens - Tramping - Mountain Biking - Fishing - Sports - Back Country Opotiki Office - Ph 07 315 5225. Email: ranuiop@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06 862 6559.
Tolaga Bay Cashmere Company, Totally unique - New Zealands’ own cashmere knitwear in classic tradition. Beautiful garments in a wide range of styles. A must to visit. Fax 06 862 6736. 31 Solander St Email: tbc@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06 862 6746.
Tolaga Bay Garage, Gasoline Alley Services. All motoring needs. A full range of accessories. L.P.G. and dive bottle filling. Tolaga Bay
Phone:
06 862 6883.
Tolaga Bay Holiday Park, Cabins, powered and tent sites, kitchen, ablution block, hot showers. Safe beach and good fishing. Close to Cook’s Cove walkway. Mike & Trina Brooker. Email: tolagabayholidaypark@msn.com 167 Wharf Road
Phone:
06 862 6716.
Tolaga Bay Inn, Cafe, Bar, Accommodation. Comfortable single rooms $40.00.
Double rooms $60.00 - Bunkrooms from $20.00pp - Family rooms sleep up to 4. Full kitchen & laundry facilites - Licensed Café & Bar inhouse. Fax 06 862 6479 Cook Street (Highway 35 Tolaga Bay)
Phone:
06 862 6856.
Uawa FM Media Centre, Information Centre/Radio Station 88.5FM and 99.3FM. 88.8FM at Tokomaru Bay. Email: uawafm@hotmail.com.
Phone:
06 862 6862.
Uawa Foodmarket & LiL Uawa Variety Shop, 7 days friendly service, veges, groceries, gifts, books & toys. Brian & Dolly.
Phone:
06 862 8666.
Cottles Cafe & Bakery, Home of the famous pies. Burton Hollis Coffee. Cook Street
Phone:
06 862 6484.
(Road access at Pouawa Beach) Marine life is totally protected in this reserve which covers 2450 hectares from the Pouawa to the Waimoko river mouths, and up to 3.5kms offshore.
Jen’s Retreat Whangara, Glenroy Road. 25kms from Gisborne. Semi self-contained B&B Farmstay. Own facilities with ensuite. Established gardens & trees surrounding homestead. Farm tours, kiwifruit. Hosts Rick & Jenny Loffler.
Phone:
06-862 2879.
Wainui Beach is virtually right in Gisborne, but still retains the peace and restfulness of a country area. The beach is beautiful for swimming and New Zealand renowned for surfing.
Just past Wainui on the outskirts of town you will find.
Sponge Bay Motor Inn, 15 units, studio and family, some with kitchens and spa baths. Situated in rural setting close to town and beach. 1 Sponge Bay Road, SH35 Email: spongebaymotorinn@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06 867 9493.
0800 800 929.
Tudor Park Motel, Affordable, luxury accommodation for your enjoyment.
8 spacious, ground level self-contained units with full kitchen facilities. Your Hosts: Art Heern & Kim Pierard 386 Ormond Road. Email: tudorpark@clear.net.nz.
Phone:
0800 882001.
Sponge Bay Motor Inn, 15 units, studio and family, some with kitchens and spa baths. Situated in rural setting close to town and beach. 1 Sponge Bay Road, SH35 Email: spongebaymotorinn@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06 867 9493.
0800 800 929.
Whispering Sands Beach Front Motel, Absolute Beachfront on Waikanae Beach with unsurpassed panoramic views of Poverty Bay and Young Nicks Head. Our amenities ensure total relaxation and comfort. Your hosts: Peter & Judith. MANZ Member. Fax 06 867 6747. 22 Salisbury Road, Gisborne Email: whisperingsandsmotel@xtra.co.nz.
Phone:
06 867 1319.
0800 405 030.
Portside Hotel, Gisborne, Superbly located on the water’s edge in Gisborne’s CBD. This new property offers 64 stylish appointed guestrooms and 1&2 bedroom suites. All have full kitchens & bathrooms. Suites boast separate bedroom(s) & spacious living area with balcony & a full laundry. Tariff $130 - $400. Fax 06 869-1020. 2 Reads Quay, Gisborne Email: enquiries@portsidegisborne.co.nz.
Phone:
06 869 1000.
0800 767 874.
Alfresco Motor Lodge, 14 ground floor studio & family units. Spa baths, SKY digital, full kitchens, breakfast available. Hosts Roy & Sue Windmill. Fax 06 863 2465 784 Gladstone Rd Email: info@alfrescolodge.co.nz.
Phone:
06 863 2464.
0800 222 550.
Champers Motor Lodge, 14 luxurious ground floor units some with king-size spas, solar-heated pool, playground, SKY TV, BBQ, boat parking. Ken and Sue. 811 Gladstone Road Email: champers.gisborne@xtra.co.nz.
0800 70 2000.
Gisborne YHA Backpackers, Cosy and comfortable, spacious grounds. 500m to Harbour, cafes. 32 Harris St Email: yha.gisborne@clear.net.nz.
Phone:
06 867 3269.
Showgrounds Park Motor Camp, 50 powered sites, no size limits. 10 new cabins & communal facilities. On-site dump station free to campers. 20 Main Road, Makaraka Email: camp@gisborneshow.co.nz.
Phone:
06 867 5299.
TEAL Motor Lodge, “Luxurious accommodation set in peaceful spacious grounds” within 500m of city centre. 20 ground floor units. Some with spa baths, most with full kitchen. High speed internet, liquor on-licence, queen size beds, complimentary gym membership, playground, large salt-water swimming pool. 479 Gladstone Road Email: motel@teal.co.nz.
0800 83-83-25.
The Gisborne Motel, 12 ground floor fully equiped units. Serviced daily. Laundry facillities. Sky TV. Close to all amenities. Pets OK. Hosts: Stephen and Glenda Priestley. Fax 06 867 7652. 509 Gladstone Road Email: gisbornemotel@paradise.net.nz.
Phone:
06 868 8899.
White Heron Motor Lodge, “The place to stay in Gisborne for business or pleasure” Within 500m of city centre, 24 luxurious ground floor units, most with
king-size corner spa baths. Conference/display room. Mini bars, queen size beds. Guests enjoy complimentary gym membership & a free round of golf. 474 Gladstone Road Email: info@whml.co.nz.
0800 99 77 66.
Alfresco Motor Lodge
14 ground floor studio & family units. Spa baths, SKY digital, full kitchens, breakfast available. Hosts Roy & Sue Windmill. Fax 06 863 2465
Anaura Bay
Anaura Beachstay or Willowflat Farmstay (PCH)
Escape to the water’s edge or relax in the spa at our farm, SC or DBB by arrangement.
Champers Motor Lodge
14 luxurious ground floor units some with king-size spas, solar-heated pool, playground, SKY TV, BBQ, boat parking. Ken and Sue.
Cottles Cafe & Bakery
Home of the famous pies. Burton Hollis Coffee.
Dive Tatapouri
Reef Experience including feeding of wild stingrays. Moana Eco Tour – Boat Tour with seals, dolphins, sea birds & local culture,
Shark Cage Diving. Qualified Dive Instructor, Gear Hire & Air Fills. Beachfront Facilities. Bookings Essential. All activities weather dependant.
Manuka Oil and Manuka Honey products available. Espresso, fruit smoothies Ice creams, drinks and food. Informative visual displays, Garden with outdoor seating. Good parking – suitable for buses & campervans. Visitors very welcome. Group factory tours by prior arrangement. Open 7 days Nov to April. Open 5 days May to Oct.
Eastender Backpackers & Eastender Horse Treks
Outback location. Make your own Bone Carving. Table Tennis and Pool Billiard. Hangi meals (book ahead). Outside fire and BBQ, 2 large bunk rooms and 4 cabins, sleeps 29 for $23 pp. Horse Riding $60 pp for 2-hour beach & bush.
Eastern Store
Mobil petrol & diesel. Open 7 days. Four Square specials. Beer & wine sales. LOTTO. NZ Post Agent.
Footprints In The Sand Backpackers & Accommodation
“The friendly, unique facility for all independent travellers”. Owner/Operator Sean Allen. Private room in house,self contained dorm & tent sites available. Cell 0274 328 557
Gisborne I-Site Visitor Information Centre
Open 7 days. 18 hole mini golf course. Bookings taken for accommodation, travel & tourist activities.
Gisborne YHA Backpackers
Cosy and comfortable, spacious grounds. 500m to Harbour, cafes.
Hicks Bay
Hicks Bay General Store & Takeaways
Come relax & meet KELB’s friendly team and be greeted the “Ngati Porou” style. NAU MAI HAERE MAI. Open 7 days for your general needs. Fantastic parking, Groceries, Espresso,
Outdoor seating, Bottle Store, ice, NZ Post, EFTPOS and much more. Kingi or Louina. EXCITING NEWS! Coming soon – Hicks Bay Leisure Park. Would you like your Very own place by the sea? Email us.
Hicks Bay Motel Lodge
“Another day of sunshine”. Motels – hotels – restaurant – licensed bar – glow worm grotto – walking tracks –
Off-licensed bottleshore and shop.
Hikurangi Foodmarket Four Square
Supermarket Shopping, Petrol & Diesel, Lotto, NZ Post, Hardware, Souvenir T Shirts, Beer & Wine.
Jen’s Retreat Whangara
Glenroy Road. 25kms from Gisborne. Semi self-contained B&B Farmstay. Own facilities with ensuite. Established gardens & trees surrounding homestead. Farm tours, kiwifruit. Hosts Rick & Jenny Loffler.
Kai Kart Cafe & Takeaways
Fish & Chips, Burgers, Dine in Meals. Coffees, Ice creams.
Open Tues to Sat 9am to 7pm. Sun 9am to 5pm.
Lottin Point Motel
Newest on the Coast. 18 self contained units sleep 5, 1 double 3 single units & licensed restaurant. Excellent fishing, diving etc. Beautiful views. Heli-Pad, Barbecue, guest laundry, bait & fishing gear. Eftpos available. Your hosts Bruno & Duckie.
Mayfair Store & Camping Ground
11 Cabins, kitchen and shower block and family units, Power sites. Laundry. Backpackers accommodation. Pet friendly. Beach frontage. Good fishing. Seven day dairy with petrol and diesel. LPG refills. Hosts: Tracy and the crew.
Mt Hikurangi
Ngati Porou Tourism & Visitor Information Centre
Visitor Information, Mt Hikurangi Guided Tours, Mt Hikurangi Access & Hut permits, Ngati Porou Arts & Crats, Internet Access. 021 1260 001 Cell.
Onepoto Bay
Papatahi Homestay
Modern sunny home. Separate accommodation with ensuite.
Portside Hotel, Gisborne
Superbly located on the water’s edge in Gisborne’s CBD. This new property offers 64 stylish appointed guestrooms and 1&2 bedroom suites. All have full kitchens & bathrooms. Suites boast separate bedroom(s) & spacious living area with balcony & a full laundry. Tariff $130 - $400. Fax 06 869-1020.
Potaka
Rangimarie Beachstay B&B
Rangimarie Cottage & Rangimarie Homestay Beachfront property - All rooms have private decks with sensational views of
Anaura Bay and sunrises. Self-contained and hosted (B&B) accommodation. Dinners catered for by arrangement.
Ranui Buses
Eastcape transport. Tours, East Cape, Old Motu Rd, Wine - Arts - Crafts - Gardens - Tramping - Mountain Biking - Fishing - Sports - Back Country Opotiki Office - Ph 07 315 5225.
Ruatoria
Ruatoria Hotel
Accommodation, Meals, Bar, Bottle Store, Gaming Rooms, Functions.
Showgrounds Park Motor Camp
50 powered sites, no size limits. 10 new cabins & communal facilities. On-site dump station free to campers.
Sponge Bay Motor Inn
15 units, studio and family, some with kitchens and spa baths. Situated in rural setting close to town and beach.
Sponge Bay Motor Inn
15 units, studio and family, some with kitchens and spa baths. Situated in rural setting close to town and beach.
Sunburst Cafe Lounge
Havana Coffee – Fresh Food – Home of the Ruatoria Pie. Fax 06 864 8971.
Tatapouri
Te Araroa
Te Araroa Farmers & General Store
Over 100 year old store. Open 7 days LPG gas bottles refilled. Fishing supplies, ice and bait. T-shirts and souvenirs.
Te Araroa Holiday Park
A remote and peaceful setting amongst established trees and gardens, 4 min walk to beach. Power and tent sites. Budget accommodation for families and backpackers. Excellent amenities block with paraplegic facilities. General store, Bottle Shop, Swim at the beach or surf-cast off the rocks, sea kayaks and mountain bikes for hire. EFTPOS, photocopying and fax service.
Te Poutapeta - The Post Office B&B
Historic Places Trust 100 year old building. Quality accommodation. Fully Self-contained Three bedrooms - 1/2 minute walk to beach. Bill & Jan Hughes. Cell 027 459 4099.
Te Puia Springs
Te Puia Springs Visitor Information Centre
In District Council building. For visitor information and recreational advice.
Te Puka Tavern
Your friendly host: Mike Tiopira. Spectacular Ocean Views from the front deck. Meals are available 7 days per week. Wholesale, TAB, Assorted Beers on Tap, Pool Tables. 11am to midnight.
Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve
TEAL Motor Lodge
“Luxurious accommodation set in peaceful spacious grounds” within 500m of city centre. 20 ground floor units. Some with spa baths, most with full kitchen. High speed internet, liquor on-licence, queen size beds, complimentary gym membership, playground, large salt-water swimming pool.
The Gisborne Motel
12 ground floor fully equiped units. Serviced daily. Laundry facillities. Sky TV. Close to all amenities. Pets OK. Hosts: Stephen and Glenda Priestley. Fax 06 867 7652.
The Ruins Accommodation
Situated on the old freezing works historical site. 5 mins walk to wharf. 2 self contained units, 1 sleeps 4, the other 7. Shared Laundry & Bathroom. Marlene & Bill
Tikitiki
Tokomaru Bay
Tokomaru Bay Four Square
1st Store in New Zealand with bilingual signage. OPEN 7 DAYS for groceries, beer, wine, postage, gas bottles, LOTTO, fresh fruit & Vegies. Fax 06-864 5717. Haere mai, nau mai ki te Akau o Tokomaru (Welcome to Tokomaru Bay).
Tolaga Bay
Tolaga Bay Cashmere Company
Totally unique - New Zealands’ own cashmere knitwear in classic tradition. Beautiful garments in a wide range of styles. A must to visit. Fax 06 862 6736.
Tolaga Bay Garage
Gasoline Alley Services. All motoring needs. A full range of accessories. L.P.G. and dive bottle filling.
Tolaga Bay Holiday Park
Cabins, powered and tent sites, kitchen, ablution block, hot showers. Safe beach and good fishing. Close to Cook’s Cove walkway. Mike & Trina Brooker. Email: tolagabayholidaypark@msn.com
Tolaga Bay Inn
Cafe, Bar, Accommodation. Comfortable single rooms $40.00.
Double rooms $60.00 - Bunkrooms from $20.00pp - Family rooms sleep up to 4. Full kitchen & laundry facilites - Licensed Café & Bar inhouse. Fax 06 862 6479
Tudor Park Motel
Affordable, luxury accommodation for your enjoyment.
8 spacious, ground level self-contained units with full kitchen facilities. Your Hosts: Art Heern & Kim Pierard
Uawa FM Media Centre
Information Centre/Radio Station 88.5FM and 99.3FM. 88.8FM at Tokomaru Bay.
Uawa Foodmarket & LiL Uawa Variety Shop
7 days friendly service, veges, groceries, gifts, books & toys. Brian & Dolly.
Wainui Beach
Welcome to Gisborne
Whangaparaoa (Cape Runaway)
Whispering Sands Beach Front Motel
Absolute Beachfront on Waikanae Beach with unsurpassed panoramic views of Poverty Bay and Young Nicks Head. Our amenities ensure total relaxation and comfort. Your hosts: Peter & Judith. MANZ Member. Fax 06 867 6747.
White Heron Motor Lodge
“The place to stay in Gisborne for business or pleasure” Within 500m of city centre, 24 luxurious ground floor units, most with
king-size corner spa baths. Conference/display room. Mini bars, queen size beds. Guests enjoy complimentary gym membership & a free round of golf.
Map of the trip from Waihau Bay to Gisborne
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