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Motel Oasis
5 Sponge Bay Road Tamarau, Gisborne 4010 New Zealand
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#3 of 16 motels in Gisborne
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Motel Oasis was recently refurbished into an elegant Sanctuary on the outskirts of Gisborne, only minutes away from Sponge Bay Beach and Wainui Beach. The ideal getaway spot! Beautiful landscaped gardens & solar-heated swimming pool surrounded by 15 stylish ground-floor air-conditioned units with FREE Unlimited Wireless Internet, 10 channel SKY, DVD player/Playstation (FREE library of 300+ movies/games), Microwave, Fridge, Kettle, Iron & Board, Hair-dryer, Heat Pumps/Electric Blankets. Secure FREE PARKING, FREE Bicycles, Scooters, FREE Laundry Facilities. We have wheelchair-friendly rooms, as well as family suites and studios. Conference room. Our staff will ensure you get the best time in our beautiful Motel and in Gisborne in general.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Breakfast in the room
Bicycles available
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Airport transportation
Conference facilities
Parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Fence around pool
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Shared lounge / TV area
Express check-in / check-out
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Green
Family
Location
5 Sponge Bay Road Tamarau, Gisborne 4010 New Zealand
Getting there
Gisborne Airport
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We certainly weren't expecting much due to the very reasonable price for a 2 bedroom unit, but we were extremely surprised at the deal! Spacious, clean, quiet, and everything we needed. Absolutely would recommend this place to stay. Worth writing a positive review about.
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Date of stay: February 2022
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Our group of 10 stayed here for 4 nights. A little out of the city but no drama. Great rooms. Good beds. Wonderful staff - so friendly and ready to help with any need.
The pool area is spotless and beautifully landscaped. 3 cheers to Thelma and her team.
Studio rooms don't have all the facilities the other rooms have but sufficient
The pool area is spotless and beautifully landscaped. 3 cheers to Thelma and her team.
Studio rooms don't have all the facilities the other rooms have but sufficient
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Date of stay: February 2022
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Room Tip: All rooms are great
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Our family of five really enjoyed staying here this summer. We stayed for 7 nights while we explored Gisborne and the surrounding area. We were able to get connecting rooms which had plenty of space for the five of us. The kids loved the pool, and it was good to have access to the motel’s bikes (we rode to Kaiti beach one day).
Location was really good, just out of town, close to Wainui Beach which had excellent body boarding.
I was especially impressed with the cleanliness, spaciousness, and the friendly helpful hosts.
Location was really good, just out of town, close to Wainui Beach which had excellent body boarding.
I was especially impressed with the cleanliness, spaciousness, and the friendly helpful hosts.
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Date of stay: January 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Jenny Roughan, Owner at Motel Oasis
Responded 29 Jan 2021
Thank you so much for your glowing review. It was so good that you were able to be accommodated in the inter-connecting Units, which, as you say, gave you plenty of space for the five of you. We are fortunate to have the pool and the bikes and it is so good to see the kids outside enjoying themselves. We have a great team of Cleaning Technicians, which I will pass on your mention to them, which I know they all will appreciate it - Thank You. Hope to see you again in Gisborne one day so we can repeat your stay. In the meantime, Take Care, Travel Safely and All the Best for 2021.
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I don't think it's worth the money at all. Room is a bit dated. Fridge wasn't working for a day as it was switched off. Cleaners switch off every single socket when they clean the room, so that I couldn't use the jets at all. For 250nzd per night it's not acceptable. Pool could be cleaned as well and is very small. Look elsewhere
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Date of stay: December 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Not worth the price unfortunately
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My teen stayed here one night on January 1, 2023. He needed to book an extra room as his friend was unwell and he was told that there couldn’t be three to a room. He was then charged $570 for a standard king room. Their pricing suggests rooms are usually between $125-$195/ night. I can understand a surcharge at this time of year, but this is extortionate. I called the hotel as I thought there was a mistake. They told me they felt fine about this charge at this time of year. So disappointing for a kiwi business that they feel fine taking advantage of a young person.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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A clean motel room and secure surroundings, location to amenities, approachable staff and very a reasonable price is what we look for when booking a motel, and that is exactly what you get when we stayed at Oasis Motel in Gisborne. Because of these reasons we reccomend you book quickly!! The owners are happy, caring people. We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 nights stay.
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Jenny Roughan, Owner at Motel Oasis
Responded 23 Dec 2020
Thank you for your beautiful review and score. We so appreciate having wonderful caring and appreciative guests, like yourselves. We hope to see you again, when you are over this way for your next visit. Take care of each other and have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year. Cheers
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I stayed overnight on my trip up around the East Cape and.I would highly recommend this motel to anyone staying in Gisborne. It was clean and very comfortable (I had a great night's sleep) and at a reasonable rate. The service was of a high standard and the owners were friendly and helpful. It will be my go-to place in Gisborne.
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Date of stay: March 2021
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Response from Jenny Roughan, Owner at Motel Oasis
Responded 13 May 2021
Thank you so much for your lovely review and score. It was certainly our pleasure having you stay with us while you were in Gisborne. I hope the remainder of your journey was just as enjoyable and safe. All the Best for your future travels. Keep Safe and Well. Cheers
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We were travelling around the East Cape with friends. We stayed two nights at the Oasis. The rooms were very clean, of a good size and had all that one would expect. Hosts were excellent. Very helpful and accommodating. My wife left two earrings beside the bed. Within some 5 minutes of departing we had a phone call to let us know they were there. It was still easy for us to turn around and head back which was great. Many thanks for the honesty and service provided. Highly recommend. The accommodation is a couple of Kms out of town so a car is needed. Many thanks to the hosts.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Jenny Roughan, Owner at Motel Oasis
Responded 24 Sept 2020
Thank you Reynard1 for your lovely review and great score. Its amazing how many items are left behind, even when we have asked the vacating guest if they have checked everywhere. This is why I try and go and inspect the room as soon as one departs - to look in all those places that are sometime too obvious. Yes, a vehicle is definitely needed as town is about 4 ks away - although we do have bikes that can be used.......if you dont have too many items to carry. Thank you again and please keep safe and well. Take Care
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Awesome place to stay nice clean and tidy. The Pool is always perfect and also adds that wow ness to the Motel....Very friendly owners easily approachable and have a lot of pride in there business..Highly recommend to anyone so get in QUCK!!. We are regular visitors from up the coast and have always had a pleasurable stay and the pool always tops it off. Keep up the awesome work you guys and am already looking forward to our next stay 😃
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Date of stay: December 2020
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Response from Jenny Roughan, Owner at Motel Oasis
Responded 23 Dec 2020
Thank you so much for a wonderful review and score - it is truly appreciated. We do work hard and to try and please everyone,just so everyone can have the same experience you had. To have guests like yourselves makes it worth while, which we really do appreciate - Thank You. Hope to see you again soon. Take Care and MERRY CHRISTMAS
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Loved it here, would definitely stay again and would recommend to others!!! Great rooms, very comfortable and enough room. I was here on business, but had my son with me as family in Gisborne. We loved the heated pool and lots of areas to sit around with umbrellas and tables - he spent 3 hours in there one night!! I also used the conference room - great space and had all I needed. We would have loved to use the bikes and scooters, but ran out of time. Lastly the staff are wonderful, nothing was a problem and so super friendly - the best hosts!
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Jenny R, Owner at Motel Oasis
Responded 24 Jan 2020
Thank You Melissa for your lovely review. It was truly great having you stay with us while you worked in our Conference Room. Next time you come you will have to create some "me" time so that you can use the bikes etc. With the weather FINALLY behaving itself and being summer weather, the pool is a great asset and so refreshing and relaxing. I will pass on your lovely comments to our Cleaners, we are so lucky to have a great group of girls working for us - Thank You. Until next time, Take Care and Travel Safely. Cheers
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Best to call the management Samantha
Hi ljnboxy
Yes we do have a gas BBQ that we make available to our guests. :)
Thank you.
Kate
Hi ljnboxy
Yes we do have a gas bbq that we make available for our guests :)
Thank you.
Kate
The price is per unit for a two person occupancy. For extra guests we have a small surcharge depending on the season. Please call us on 0800800929 for more details.
Kind regards
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PRICE RANGE
$190 - $271 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Sponge Bay Motor Inn
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandGisborne RegionGisborne
NUMBER OF ROOMS
15
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Frequently Asked Questions about Motel Oasis
Which popular attractions are close to Motel Oasis?
Nearby attractions include Tairawhiti Museum (3.5 km), Kaiti Hill (2.1 km), and Dome Cinema (3.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Motel Oasis?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Motel Oasis?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Motel Oasis?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Motel Oasis?
Conveniently located restaurants include Portofino, Bollywood Star Indian Tandoori Restaurant, and Tamarind.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Motel Oasis?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Motel Oasis have airport transportation?
Yes, Motel Oasis offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are there any historical sites close to Motel Oasis?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Siege of Waerenga-a-Hika Memorial (15.1 km).
Is Motel Oasis accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.