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Nau mai, Haere mai 

Welcome to Ahikaa Gisborne Motel. Ahikaa  refers to "keeping the home fires burning" - symbolising ancestral connection, guardianship of land, and continuous occupation. We have been in this space, nestled by the shores of Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, for a life time so we are deeply connected to this special place. It is our privilege to welcome you with manaakitanga - the Maori tradition of care, warmth, and connection. ​

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Ahikaa Motel is a proud Maori owned retreat offering 15 stylish ground floor rooms inspired by the coast and culture of Te Tairawhiti. Relax in coastal comfort in a studio or experience spaciousness and serenity in one of the north-facing apartments. Whether you are on business, on holiday or a  digital nomad looking for inspiration, connection and comfort, we would love to share the warmth of our region with you. We are conveniently located just minutes from Gisborne City Center, new Kiwa Pools, a modern Midway dining precinct and the Gisborne Airport. From here you can easily explore Te Tairawhiti, the region where the sun rises first and where stories of land, sea and people come alive

BOOK DIRECT to experience it for yourself and support a small Maori owned business doing things a little different. Tairawhiti and Ahikaa Gisborne Motel welcomes the digital nomad to the best shared office in the world.

Tu Mai raa - stay a while, rest your soul at our Maori inspired motel in Gisborne. If you're looking for Gisborne accommodation near the beach, a cultural stay or are eco conscious, haere mai. 

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