The 10 best Campgrounds in Waikato Region, New Zealand

June 13, 2023 Russell Mellin

Discover the best Campgrounds in Waikato Region, North Island including Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort, Cambridge TOP 10 Holiday Park, Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort, Tasman Holiday Parks - Waihi Beach, Tasman Holiday Parks - Beachaven, Harbourside Holiday Park, Motutere Bay TOP 10 Holiday Park, Long Bay Motor Camp, Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park, Te Tiro.
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1. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

76 Napier Road PO Box 513, Taupo 3379 New Zealand
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 941 reviews

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Choose to stay ahead of the game with our awesome Luxury Accommodation - self contained villas, lodges and spa chalets, providing an indulgent escape and complete with panoramic lake and mountain views. Or stay true with our ever-popular Qualmark rated 5 Star Holiday Park accommodation - from camping to van sites, cabins and motels, all spacious and excellent value.We have pools,water playground,slides,big bouncing air pad,Day Spa,Cafe-the ultimate all-year-round relaxation and recreation destination!

Cabins need revamping

Reviewed By PatAuckland

The cabins are probably ok for young families but not very good for a romantic getaway. Mould around the bathroom sink, rotting floorboards in the bathroom, miniscule shower that leaked all over the bathroom, fridge that doesn't have a light inside, bed mattress in desparate need of being replaced (roll together in the middle, left me with terrible backache). The pools themselves were chockablock with people, too many to even attempt getting in so we had a private spa which was in need of a facelift too. This place has seen better days.

2. Cambridge TOP 10 Holiday Park

32 Scott Street, Cambridge 3432 New Zealand
Excellent
70%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 252 reviews

Cambridge TOP 10 Holiday Park

Cambridge sits 23km South East of Hamilton on State Highway 1. We are situated 1km from Cambridge Town Centre, set in five acres of tranquil tree studded park like grounds where cleanliness and quietness are our specialties. Handy to takeaways, restaurants, golf courses, children's playground, trotting ground and a 15-minute walk from the town center. We offer accommodation for any traveling budget from power sites for campervans and caravans, tent sites, standard cabins, kitchen cabin and self contained units. Sports groups, clubs and school groups are welcome.

Cambridge Top-10 Holiday Park

Reviewed By drtutill

Stayed in self contained motorhome so this time round didn't use any of the provided facilities. Great place to stay would recommend to other travellers Thought at $34.00 for one person for one night was a little steep. A fee of $30.00 would be more in line with other parks I stayed at on my trip one being Waiteti Trout Holiday Park at $20.00 .

3. Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

76 Napier Road PO Box 513, Taupo 3379 New Zealand
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 941 reviews

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort

Choose to stay ahead of the game with our awesome Luxury Accommodation - self contained villas, lodges and spa chalets, providing an indulgent escape and complete with panoramic lake and mountain views. Or stay true with our ever-popular Qualmark rated 5 Star Holiday Park accommodation - from camping to van sites, cabins and motels, all spacious and excellent value.We have pools,water playground,slides,big bouncing air pad,Day Spa,Cafe-the ultimate all-year-round relaxation and recreation destination!

Cabins need revamping

Reviewed By PatAuckland

The cabins are probably ok for young families but not very good for a romantic getaway. Mould around the bathroom sink, rotting floorboards in the bathroom, miniscule shower that leaked all over the bathroom, fridge that doesn't have a light inside, bed mattress in desparate need of being replaced (roll together in the middle, left me with terrible backache). The pools themselves were chockablock with people, too many to even attempt getting in so we had a private spa which was in need of a facelift too. This place has seen better days.

4. Tasman Holiday Parks - Waihi Beach

15 Beach Road, Waihi 3611 New Zealand
Excellent
62%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 614 reviews

Tasman Holiday Parks - Waihi Beach

Tasman Holiday Parks - Waihi Beach is the kind of nostalgic place that parents dream of. There are a huge variety of accommodation options from cabins to self contained units as well as caravan and camping sites. The range of activities at the resort include a swimming pool, playground and jumping pillow. Kids always have a blast while the adults relax and unwind. The resort is situated at the north end of Waihi Beach with direct access from the park to the beach.

Terrible -utter trash!

Reviewed By Xxxxxnbc

If you enjoy sleeping right on top of other campers, dirty overcrowded facilities and the smell of urine everywhere, then this is the place for you. It is absolutely packed beyond capacity which makes for a very rowdy and absolutely unpleasant camping experience. The pool is lovely, but unbelievably dirty and crowded. It is absolutely overpriced for what you get. The photos on the website are deceiving and don’t accurately portray just how tiny the camp is.

5. Tasman Holiday Parks - Beachaven

21 Leo Street, Waihi 3611 New Zealand
Excellent
69%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 332 reviews

Tasman Holiday Parks - Beachaven

Whether you're on holiday, visiting friends and relatives or attending events in and around Waihi Beach, Tasman Holiday Parks - Beachaven provides the perfect spot. Just off SH2 between the Coromandel and Tauranga, this holiday park is great for families, couples, groups, international travellers and businesses. Tasman's Beachaven is a safe, friendly holiday park set on 4 acres of land offering a wide range of accommodation. We've got plenty of space for tents, motorhomes and caravans. If you are the sort of camper wanting a spot of luxury then you can choose from our fabulous range of cabins, lodges and motel units. Some of our units are also dog friendly and we are located only 100 metres from the 9km long beach. White sands, clear water, many scenic walks and surf are some of the lovely attractions here at Waihi Beach. Waihi Beach also provides, stunning views to Mayor Island, local walks to Orakawa Bay, fabulous cafes and boutique shops.

Dad and son trip in newly self coveted Campervan

Reviewed By anail4ijok

From the moment we arrived we have been greeted by friendly and warm staff. It only gets better as the time at this wonderful camp ground goes on. Traveling with one child can have it challenges but this park has an endless amount of actives and areas to keep them occupied. From a wonderful heated pool, to a spa, a stream that you can feed eels to a child’s play area and much much more. I’m looking forward to using the authentic pizza oven tonight and was grateful to be able to watch the super rugby game last night on sky sport in the adults tv area. This afternoon i’ll burn off some calories is the gym that is right next to the pool! Bring your family here and enjoy all the things we have at anytime of the year! Koji and Tomi

6. Harbourside Holiday Park

135 Albert Street, Whitianga 3510 New Zealand
Excellent
55%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 103 reviews

Harbourside Holiday Park

Our holiday park is situated across the road from a sandy estuary beach just 450 m from the town's centre, with its cafes, shops, and galleries. The park is an easy walk to the towns main beach, wharf, and marina. Our range of budget accommodation includes tourist flats ( with refurbished bathrooms and kitchens), cabins with their own kitchens, and standard cabins where guests share both kitchen and bathroom facilities with other guests. Our large level powered and non-powered camp sites are set in beautiful mature park grounds with plenty of shade. We now have a camp shop selling great local coffee LaLa espresso coffee and Tip Top icecreams and iceblocks for your convenience. We invite you to make our small family park your base from which to explore the peninsula. Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove are a 30-minute drive away. The historic town of Coromandel, the kauris on the 309, and the beautiful beaches at New Chums, Opito and Otama are all within a 30-40 minute drive.

Thanks

Reviewed By Vacation24347213972

Fantastic location easy walk to town. Very friendly team. Dog friendly :) Loved our stay. Only downside is pool only open from 10am so our son was sad he couldn't have a swim before departing. However pool was lovely and clean and good depth. We will be back again!

7. Motutere Bay TOP 10 Holiday Park

2819 State Highway 1, Turangi 3382 New Zealand
Excellent
53%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 131 reviews

Motutere Bay TOP 10 Holiday Park

Motutere Bay TOP 10 Holiday Park is the only holiday park right on the shores of Lake Taupo. A perfect base to experience all that the Taupo/Turangi region has to offer in summer or winter. Only 20 mins drive from Taupo township and 45 mins drive from Whakapapa ski fields and Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Come and experience our little piece of paradise!

Glamping

Reviewed By GeorgieFea

We enjoyed our stay in the Glamping Dome. It was spacious and luxurious for my daughter and me. Very comfy 4 poster king bed with a nice couch and the view from the dome is stunning. Julia was welcoming and friendly The traffic noise was annoying at first but I got used to it and the ear plugs blocked the noise at night. The lakside view was worth it and beautiful birds and ducks was a bonus.

8. Long Bay Motor Camp

3200 Long Bay Road, Coromandel 3581 New Zealand
Excellent
42%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 57 reviews

Long Bay Motor Camp

Disgusting Service

Reviewed By TaiwaTamaki

Made a phone booking with the lady who sounded lovely. On arrival spoken to extremely rudely by the guy at reception, calling me a liar about my face mask exemption which I showed to him. We ended up leaving & not staying as he continued to speak to me & partner completely disrespectfully. Amazing location, would not support this business

9. Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park

13 Parekarangaranga Street, Motuoapa 3382 New Zealand
Excellent
57%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
14%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 35 reviews

Motuoapa Bay Holiday Park

Not really a motel unit which was disappointing..

Reviewed By rikrik10

We booked a motel unit however I would describe it as a cabin or a large caravan type trailer but certainly not a proper building. Therefore its cramped and a large person would not fit in the shower. It was however clean and met our purpose for the night.The location is great as just by the lake. The little gas heater would not ignite. Overall a bit disappointed.

10. Te Tiro

970 Caves-Te Anga Rd, Waitomo Caves New Zealand
Excellent
80%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 129 reviews

Te Tiro

Our cottages are situated on the highest point of our 1666 acre family farm. Fantastic views of the mountains and central North Island . We have two self contained cottages. Each cottage has its own bathroom with walk in shower, toilet and wash basin. Each cottage is one room with a queen bed down and two single mattresses in a loft above the queen bed. There is a small kitchenette and table in each cottage. We are situated away from the hussell and bussell of the Village and are a great place to get some rest and respite from travelling. Best of all you have Waitomo's World famous Glowworms at your doorstep

Perfect Spot

Reviewed By 838kelliec

Angus and Rach. Thanks so much for having us. Loved the extra touches in the cabins. Including road safety conditions in a cyclone ! . Super cool set up, fab views and optional walks including glow worms. Will be back for a night or two in tgat tent!

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