The air conditioning unit barely cools, likely due to a dirty filter, which leads to discomfort. The presence of truck noise from the nearby thoroughfare can be disruptive, especially for light sleepers. Poor shower pressure fluctuates from hot to cold, making for a frustrating experience.

The accommodation was warm and comfortable.

I was deeply disturbed by the noise from the trucks passing right outside my window, particularly at night. It felt more like a truck stop than a lodge. while I was there, the on-site restaurant was unexpectedly closed, forcing me to scramble for dinner elsewhere. Frustratingly, the reception had limited hours, and I couldn't reach anyone for assistance when the loud disturbances occurred.

Excellent location near the beach for lovely walks. Only downside, some noise from nearby traffic disrupted my sleep.

Straight facts, no fluff

Rooms are clean and spacious, perfect for families. Accessibility to the beach and town is a major plus. My son loved watching the trains pass by. The bathroom had excellent water pressure and temperature. Even with a key retrieval system, staff remained attentive and helpful throughout our stay. Truly a delightful experience.

Lovely atmosphere, great staff

I stayed at Captain Cook for one night during a business trip and was impressed with the service and facilities. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, with a kitchenette and a large fridge. The staff were extremely helpful, even lending me the lodge van to travel into town. the location made it easy to enjoy a beautiful sunset at the nearby beach.

Traffic noise from the road was slightly disruptive.

Chur! Nice comfortable rooms, but that spa bath was a letdown. Loved the friendly staff and awesome meals at the restaurant, though!

An excellent stay! The room was large, spotlessly clean, and well-equipped with a kitchenette and a comfortable king-size bed. The location is fantastic, just a short walk to the beautiful beach, and the staff went above and beyond, even offering to provide room service from their restaurant that serves delicious meals at great prices.

Noisy road.

Had a great stay with a comfy bed and a spacious, well-maintained bathroom that was wheelchair accessible. Loved the relaxing garden area and the quick beach access for some downtime. Just a heads up, the fridge was a bit tricky, but it didn't ruin our experience. 😊

Just a decent option for a flash stay in Gisborne with good value for price. The bed was comfy, making it easy to crash after a long day. Don’t expect much from the fridge. it froze everything I placed inside.

wonderful beach access and cozy atmosphere

central location, clean room

traffic noise

pleasant stay with great facilities

The economy double room was comfortable, with a high standard of cleanliness. The air conditioning worked exceptionally well, which was perfect for the warm evenings. I appreciated the availability of washing machines free of charge, a big plus during our 2-night stay. I also enjoyed the nearby beach for lovely walks, making for great downtime during our trip.

The noise from the nearby road was slightly disruptive at times.

the captain cook motor lodge is conveniently located just a block from the beach and walking distance to the central shops and restaurants. the staff are friendly and responsive to requests, and the cleanliness of the room was impressive (they really put in the extra effort! ).

could improve key security measures.