As someone else mentioned as soon as you go through the barrier this place tried to get as much money out of you as possible.

Every thing was more expensive than anywhere else we stayed, you even had to pay to use the BBQ. The showers only lasted 6mins which you wouldn't mind however that's not why you pay the extra to stay at a top 10. Our site was not very level however the playground was very good it was all very clean. It also had powered sites which quite a few of the other campsites don't on Akaroa.

Reviewed 5 months ago

Hervorragender Campingplatz!

Toller Blick auf den Fjord, gepflegter Rasen, super freundliche Betreiber und ganz neue, blitzsaubere Facilities. Besser gehts nicht!

Reviewed almost 2 years ago

Incredibly clean facility with easy access to town (good exercise walking back!) and spectacular views.

You do need to provide your own dishes in the kitchen but everything else is there including washable hand towels in the bathroom.

Reviewed almost 2 years ago

You know something's off, when a Holiday Park has a boom at the entrance.

We found out later: It's a general attitude that "people are mean" with the result that you should expect skeptical business people and not welcoming, easygoing hosts at such a location:

- they crammed every square metre with a parking or tent space, so it feels always full. There is enough space for every big vehilce, though.

- it's very steep, which might be problematic for some tents, but sites are generally quite flat.

- Everything costs extra, creating the feeling that it's overpriced.

- A wonderful exception was the little herb garden, (overlooked by most) in front of the kitchen

- Toilet and shower facilities were fantastically clean and new, BUT the arrangement of showers opposite the toilets is quite unfortunate. The other toilet/shower block is too far away from all sites.

I understand that Holiday Parks are businesses. But going a little bit out of your way and giving an extra touch does so much for the overall experience (a blowdryer in the bathroom, extra hooks, give DVDs or laundry baskets out against name instead of money). This Holiday Park is a very serious one. But that also means they are serious about cleanliness and state of their facilities. That's good.

Reviewed over 1 year ago

The campground is in a great location.

You can walk to town if you want to. Kitchen and bathroom are clean. Playground is not as good as in other top 10 but kids still enjoyed themselves. Pool is ok. Has TV and play room as well for rainy days. Would stay again.

Reviewed over 3 years ago

Nice view into Akaroa harbour.

Facilities were very clean. Due waterrestriction showers are limitated.

A bit pricy.

Reviewed 6 months ago

You know something's off, when a Holiday Park has a boom at the entrance.

We found out later: It's a general attitude that "people are mean" with the result that you should expect skeptical business people and not welcoming, easygoing hosts at such a location:

- they crammed every square metre with a parking or tent space, so it feels always full. There is enough space for every big vehilce, though.

- it's very steep, which might be problematic for some tents, but sites are generally quite flat.

- Everything costs extra, creating the feeling that it's overpriced.

- A wonderful exception was the little herb garden, (overlooked by most) in front of the kitchen

- Toilet and shower facilities were fantastically clean and new, BUT the arrangement of showers opposite the toilets is quite unfortunate. The other toilet/shower block is too far away from all sites.

I understand that Holiday Parks are businesses. But going a little bit out of your way and giving an extra touch does so much for the overall experience (a blowdryer in the bathroom, extra hooks, give DVDs or laundry baskets out against name instead of money). This Holiday Park is a very serious one. But that also means they are serious about cleanliness and state of their facilities. That's good.

Reviewed over 1 year ago

Good place to be.

Very clean, good wifi and I had a good spot with a nice view. The staff was really nice and helpful.

Unfortunately the pool wasn't open and it was a bit overpriced. I've paid 45$ for non power...

Akaroa I such a cute town!

Reviewed almost 2 years ago

$66 for a grass dite for 1 night was a lot.

Showers OK.

Stay away from shower block as rubbish trailers are very noisy.

Nice views from some sites.

Reviewed over 2 years ago

The campground is in a great location.

You can walk to town if you want to. Kitchen and bathroom are clean. Playground is not as good as in other top 10 but kids still enjoyed themselves. Pool is ok. Has TV and play room as well for rainy days. Would stay again.

Reviewed over 3 years ago

Campground was fine, good showers, kitchen clean and tidy.

Not in town, so bit of a hill walk to get down there or a 3 minute drive.

Signposting to get there could be a bit better, you see a sign for camping but no campsite name, if you miss the turn just keep going there’s another turn at the bottom of the hill, also not named.

Reviewed about 4 years ago