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Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Campsite with free parking, near Makorori Beach

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Beach/ocean view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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516 Whangara Rd, Makorori, 4073
  • Makorori Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Wainui Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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Zen Cabin Oceanview, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Beachfront Tiny Home, Private Bathroom

  • 242 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Glamping Tent 4 People, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Log Cabin, Shared Bathroom

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Glamping Tent 2 Persons, Shared Bathroom

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Podlifes Cabin, Private Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Makorori

Located in Makorori, Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Makorori Beach and Wainui Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Gisborne Harbour. Don't miss out on a visit to Eastwoodhill Arboretum.

What's nearby

  • Makorori Beach - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Wainui Beach - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Gisborne Harbour - 17 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 17 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wainui Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zephyr Wainui - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kaiti Mall Fish Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Sail-Away Fish Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cantina Caliente - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping

Campsite with free parking, near Makorori Beach
A sauna, coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area are available at this smoke-free campsite. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fridge in a common area, laundry facilities and barbecues are on-site. All 2 accommodations offer free WiFi, coffee makers and electric kettles.
Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. This Makorori campsite provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
Recreational amenities at the campsite include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 15 per cent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: 15 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Frequently asked questions

Is Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a 15% fee (subject to availability).

Where is Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping located?

Situated near the beach, this campsite is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Makorori Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wainui Beach and Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House. Gisborne Harbour and Kaiti Hill are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Tatapouri Retreat - Glamping Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

8.2/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place on the ocean to see the sunrise
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Quiet little retreat

Lovely quiet little retreat. Awesome customer service. Nothing was a problem
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My review is not actually for the glamping tent. The owner sent an email several days in advance of my stay letting me know the tents had blown away during a storm. I instead stayed in a Zen Cabin (for no extra charge) and it was wonderful! One of my favorite stays in NZ. Parking is right outside the cabin, easy check-in and entry, beautifully decorated, private kitchenette, private bathroom, comfortable bed facing the ocean in front of a huge picture window.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Would highly recommend this style of flaming.

From arrival to departure we were very impressed with our treatment and the accommodation pod we had booked. There are only cafe facilities at the weekend therefore the need to travel for food and drink was unavoidable but it is only a short drive into Gisborne. The beaches close by are a surfers paradise so would certainly suit the adventurous person, though not myself. An all round excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

It’s on the beach

Easy to find and ok for the price. Big bonus it’s right on the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine with what was expected except only cold showers
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristhea

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Loved it!

Amazing stay, exactly as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really enjoyed our night in the glamping tent. It was a stormy night, and the tent coped brilliantly - staying comfy throughout. Nice toilet and shower block, although it would be nice to have some extra toiletries in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful tents and right on the beach. Clean toilets and showers.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

4/10 Poor

simon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

Hopeless place

If you want a place were the staff only care about getting your money and not answering questions about what things to do nearby. A room that has a fridge, microwave jug and toaster but no power? And no one to assist you when you try to query why you are paying for a room that has no power. If that sounds like fun then you can go waste your money at this place. Although the view was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The elevated cabin with a view over the camp and out to sea was very nice. The staff were hospitable. But I felt $130 per night was a lot for a shared facilities cabin. And the cookhouse was much too small to accommodate the number of people staying at the campground and the 1 toilet bowl in the Mens was out of order. 3 in the unisex were available
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot if looking to get away for a couple of days and not keen on the hustle and bustle of being in Gisborne central but still close enough to get to and from quickly. Comfortable bed and cabin however the fan in our room didn’t work which was a little bit of bummer as the weather was scorching during our stay. We were lucky enough that it was quite breezy with the cabin window and door opened up. Only thing we would say requires attention is the kitchen cleanliness. Other than that, would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing glamping set up. Perfect right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

awesome beach side location. BEAUTIFUL

the glamping was fabulous. place is under new owners and they are working hard to get it top notch. it will be great when they are done
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019