Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
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Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
723 Tarawera Road, Rotorua 3076 New Zealand
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#2 of 11 campsites in Rotorua
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Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
Rotorua's only TOP 10 Holiday Park located on the stunning Blue Lake, offering quality accommodation from Lakeview Motel units to spacious powered & non-powered camping sites. Blue Lake TOP 10 is the perfect home away from home for you and your family to relax and unwind. Awake to the chorus of native birdsong, start your day with a walk through native forest followed by a dip in the crystal clear waters of Lake Tikitapu. Our holiday park is a short 10 minute drive from the centre of Rotorua offering our guests the best of both worlds - close to attractions and shops yet far enough from the bustling city to enjoy the peace and quiet and avoid the sulphur smell!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Coffee shop
Canoeing
Game room
Books, DVDs, music for children
Children's playground
Paid wifi
Vending machine
Hiking
Billiards
Fishing
Table tennis
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Conference facilities
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Shops
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bath / shower
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Lake View
Great View
Languages Spoken
English
Location
723 Tarawera Road, Rotorua 3076 New Zealand
Getting there
234 Restaurants
within 10 kilometers
Reviews
4.5
974 reviews
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Nestled by the tranquil Blue Lake, Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park offers a prime location that many guests appreciate for its stunning views and access to Rotorua's outdoor activities. The rooms receive commendations for cleanliness and functionality, with the overall family-friendly amenities—like playgrounds and water activities—garnering praise, though some suggest the bathrooms could be enhanced.
The hotel's service is largely celebrated for its friendliness and efficiency, contributing to the relaxed and inviting atmosphere echoed by reviewers. While opinions on value are mixed, the consensus on the park's cleanliness and maintenance is overwhelmingly positive.
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Highly recommend Blue Lake Top 10! We will be returning. The Lake certainly plays a big part in this but overall the campground is great for all ages. We used a powered grass site and the site was very generous I think these do vary on type so if you need space it would pay to check. Communal facilities were clean there were times when the toilet floors showed dirt, it’s peak summer and the cleaners came through as regularly as they could the campground was very busy. The communal kitchen we used was basic (electric ovens, microwave, toaster, jugs) so it pays to have your own equipment although there are signs that say reception as equipment. But to avoid clutter etc there are no pots and pans or weapons to use.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Response from Sheryl Murray, Owner at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 11 Jan 2022
Kia Ora Alistair B, Thank you for taking the time to rate and review our park. It is only through feedback like yours that we are able to maintain, and where necessary, improve upon the service that we provide to our valued guests. Thank you so much for your awesome feedback about our staff and the cleanliness of the communal areas. We will make sure this feedback is passed on to the entire staff. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to see you back at the Blue Lake TOP 10 very soon.
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Awesome staff. A little bit out town but still a stunning location near the Lake. Spa was a little expensive compared to other Top 10's and had sand / dirt in the bottom. Games room didn't have a lot available (without having to pay for it) and you had to buy the wifi. Overall a great stay.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Sheryl Murray, Owner at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 19 Jul 2020
Hi krytta_boo, thanks for taking the time to rate and review our park. I am so happy to hear you enjoyed our location and found our staff so friendly and helpful. We really appreciate your feedback and will look at what we can do to remedy your suggestions. All the best from the team here at Blue Lake TOP 10.
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We stayed in a powered site with our camper van. The facilities were spotless, the staff very welcoming and helpful, even gave us a little information sheet to guide us to see some glow worms in the bush beside the lake. Very enjoyable.
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Date of stay: June 2020
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Response from Bluelake10, Manager at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 18 Jun 2020
Kia Ora gsisarich, Thanks for the great review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and got the chance to go see the glow worms. We hope to see you again one day soon, all the best!
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Camp Site was not level with holes everywhere. We paid a premium price for a poor quality camp site. When we went to use Hot Tub it was cold. Kitchens & Bathrooms were kept cleean and when we told Staff about a Was Trap that had been knocked down they were quick to clean up.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Bluelake10, Manager at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 12 Jan 2020
Thank you for taking the time to give us this feedback. We’re sorry to hear that you were not happy with the standard of facilities we offer here at the park. Your feedback has been noted and hopefully we can resolve of these issues in the next round of upgrades. Again please accept our apology and we hope this hasn’t put you off a return stay with us again, as we would love to have you back.
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The holiday park is large, with mainly camping/campervan sites and some cabins and motel units. The motel units are not value for money and seem overpriced considering the small size of the bedrooms, and lack of comfortable lounge furniture. Wifi is limited to 500MB per day, and 3G coverage is almost non-existent.
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Date of stay: December 2020
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Response from Sheryl Murray, Owner at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 18 Mar 2021
Hi Vacation29532813588, thank you so much for taking the time to rate and review our Park. We really appreciate your feedback and will look at what we can do to remedy your suggestions. Unfortunately due to our rural location we have not yet got access to a fibre Wi-Fi connection here at the park and so we are limited in regards to how much wifi we can freely offer to all our guests. All the best from the team here at Blue Lake TOP 10
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We absolutely loved the location. The staff were friendly and helpful. We stayed in the Jayco Cabin which was perfect for us. It had everything we needed and was nice and clean. The only negative was my husband kept hitting either his arm or his head on the cupboard right beside the bed. We also appreciated that the cabin was free standing and you could park your vehicle right beside the cabin.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Response from Sheryl Murray, Owner at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 9 May 2021
Hi buryfam, thank you so much for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. It is only through feedback like yours that we are able to maintain and where necessary, improve upon the service that we provide to our valued guests. We're so glad to hear that our front staff were able to help you with everything you needed throughout the duration of your stay. I will pass your comments on to them, I'm sure it will make their day! We hope to see you again in future if the opportunity arises.
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What a well run attractive place to stay, I would definitely return when in the area.
The kitchen was well set out and had seats inside as well as outside to cater for the weather.
Especially liked the women’s showers that were separated from the toilets. P
The kitchen was well set out and had seats inside as well as outside to cater for the weather.
Especially liked the women’s showers that were separated from the toilets. P
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Date of stay: February 2021
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Response from Sheryl Murray, Owner at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 24 Mar 2021
Hi Paradise643288, Thank you for taking the time to rate and review our park. Isn't it, those little things that make everyone's stay more comfortable and enjoyable (separate toilet and showers). We are happy to hear all was to your liking so much so you look forward to returning in future. We look forward to your return
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Top10 can falsely accuse you of doing something you never did. I am charged for cooking curry food which none of my family members cooked in there. All our food was brought from outside restaurants.
A got $150 bill towards cleaning despite the fact no damage was done to anything in their property and nothing was broken.
A got $150 bill towards cleaning despite the fact no damage was done to anything in their property and nothing was broken.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Response from Sheryl Murray, Owner at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 24 Mar 2022
Kia Ora Sanjeev R, Thank you for taking the time to rate and review our park. It is unfortunate to hear you were not happy with the billing incurred. We would like to reiterate, the bill was incurred due to the unacceptable and excessive cleaning required upon your departure, not damages. When it takes staff double the normal time to clean a unit (spot cleaning carpet and bench tops, cleaning stove tops, clearing stacks of dirty dishes left in the sink and ridding flies from rubbish build up) it is considered excessive and unacceptable. The conditions and charges are clearly stated in our terms and conditions which each guest, like yourself, agree to and sign upon arrival. We can appreciate the inconvenience these charges may cause, however, to avoid reoccurrence I would suggest showing some common decency and respect to the people that have to clean up after you.
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Super stoked on our stay at Blue Lake TOP 10. Our family of 5 had the 5 sleeper cabin - it was clean, all electronics worked and the beds were comfortable. The Holiday park is in a great location right opposite the Blue Lake, it's only minutes to Lake Tarawera and the Redwoods for mountain biking. The kids loved the multiple playgrounds, jumping pillow, basket ball court and the games room. We had a fantastic time here, and we'll definitely be back.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Sheryl Murray, Owner at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 19 Apr 2021
Kia Ora jOdywatsOn, thank you so much for taking the time to give us this great feedback. We're so glad to here that you took advantage of all the facilities we have available for families during your stay. Hope to see you back at the Blue Lake TOP 10 very soon!
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Great location, it’s family friendly, we enjoy the fresh water swims in Blue Lake and the beautiful bush walks you can do from the camping ground. Always busy with boating families, mountain bikers and overseas travellers. Great spot we love it!
Friendly staff and tidy & clean facilities.
Friendly staff and tidy & clean facilities.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from Bluelake10, Manager at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 2 Feb 2020
Hi MelinaL267, thanks for taking the time to review our park, we really appreciate it! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and our location. We love it too! Nga mihi
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Hi, Yes we do have communal kitchens available in our amenity blocks.
"Book ahead even if it’s just a few hours it’s worth getting a spot as it’s popular and people were queuing behind us on arrival."Read full review
"BEWARE AND I MEAN BE DOUBLE BEWARE, If you have young kids this place is a tradgedy waiting to happen..speeding cars, like 20 30km/hr in a 5km/hr park will now down a kid on "Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
$122 - $184 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandBay of Plenty RegionRotorua DistrictRotorua
NUMBER OF ROOMS
29
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Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park
Which popular attractions are close to Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park?
Nearby attractions include Redwoods Treewalk (6.2 km), Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village (7.2 km), and Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest (6.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free parking, a hot tub, and internet access.
What food & drink options are available at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ciabatta Cafe and Bakery, Giovanni's, and House of Spice.
Are there any historical sites close to Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village (7.2 km), Te Puia (7.6 km), and Buried Village of Te Wairoa (3.9 km).
Does Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the lake view available here.
Is Blue Lake Top 10 Holiday Park accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.