Murupara Motor Camp
963 Main Road, Murupara 3079 New Zealand
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#2 of 3 Specialty lodging in Murupara
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Set in a tranquil two hectares of land at the Gateway to the Te Urewera Rainforest and just a minutes walk to the Rangitaiki River (and 5 minutes to the main street of town!), the Murupara Motor Camp has units capable of sleeping a total of 44 in two separate complexes. There are fully equipped kitchens and clean and tidy showers and toilets and a coin-operated laundry. Some units are premium, with full linen service, TV and small fridge, while the backpackers option of basic bed is also available. There are also powered and non-powered sites for campervans/mobile homes and areas available for tents. One of the Bay of Plenty's largest swimming pools is next door, making this a popular destination for families and schools and having a large hall available for private functions means the complex is utilised for everything from large community groups to small specialised team building.
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963 Main Road, Murupara 3079 New Zealand
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Cheap and tidy units . However the foxie dogs barked all night so don’t expect any sleep. Very annoying and tiring next day . Showers are very old but good water pressure. Plenty of parking for vehicles.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Don’t get one close to the main house. This is the area the dogs bark all night
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We stayed in their premium units which were super clean and comfortable along with the other facilties. Would highly reccomend to family and friends wanting to explore this area as there is great hunting, fishing and walking tracks all near by.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We've spent about 5 nights at this motorcamp as a family of 4 (2 small kids) and a dog. The campground is well maintained and the hosts are very friendly and helpful. A very relaxed and easy going atmosphere. Be aware that the campground is right next to the main highway which is not immediately clear from the website's photo's. Be aware that the fencing on the roadside is not fully closed and about waist height. Wandering kids could easily walk out. Rear side of the campsite is high and actually barb-wired! The area around the campground has little to offer. You can walk to the nearby shops which has a 4-square. There is a outdoor pool close by which looks like it's recently done up and is a great place to cool off. Free entry too!! There is a coffee shop as well which serves good coffee and some food. The playground on the campsite is very tired. Any kid heavier than our 4 & 6yo would risk breaking the swings etc. Trampoline already was broken. Driving out a little bit further and there will be some excellent places to explore. Some walking tracks and driving along the river bank (south of Murupara) gave some great places to play and explore. Randomly driving into some of the logging roads also proved fun and some surprisingly nice places. Talk to the locals for some good directions! We were here around NY 2018/2019…
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Date of stay: December 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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Stayed here for 4 nights unexpectedly and they were able to accommodate us. Friendly staff, clean facilities, well equipped kitchen and peaceful atmosphere. Highly recommended if your into recreational hunting, hiking, fishing and mountain biking. Plently of tracks close by and DOC office just down the road too. We definitely planning another trip soon. Ivy & Duncan
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from motorcamp, Manager at Murupara Motor Camp
Responded 27 Apr 2018
so pleased you enjoyed your stay. see you next time
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Nice place to stay, clean toilets, lot of place to put our tent on, reasonable prices, free vegetable garden, free wifi, helpful owners, good jogging tracks, possibilities for canoying and great fishing spots nearby! Highly recommed for fisherman and women!
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Date of stay: February 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from motorcamp, Owner at Murupara Motor Camp
Responded 13 Feb 2018
Im so pleased you enjoyed your stay
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Really nice place to stay and camp. Cozy rooms, big kitchen, clean toilets - all you need. Place is run by very friendly and helpful Kiwi couple. You can also do many activities like rafting. There is a lot of space, good WiFi conection and cheap laundry service.
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Date of stay: December 2017Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: get a 1, 2 or 3 (better WiFi)
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Response from motorcamp, Manager at Murupara Motor Camp
Responded 18 Dec 2017
Thanks for your review Patryk, enjoy the rest of your travels in N.Z Murupara motorcamp
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I was more than 2 weeks in Murupara Motor camp and I really enjoyed it ! It's a very pleasant and quiet place to have holidays. People there are very nice and Helen and Wayne are really welcoming. I recommend you to stop here to have good time, and for a good value for your money !
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Date of stay: April 2017Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from motorcamp, Manager at Murupara Motor Camp
Responded 24 Apr 2017
Thanks Martin, was lovely to meet you & if you are ever back this way you are most welcome to stay again. All the best with your travels Helen & Wayne
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We had an absolutely beautiful holiday here. NZ how it used to be. Helen and Wayne are wonderful hosts. The BEST. Did I say THE best? Shared their venison with us, found out ahead of time whether the local store stocked gluten-free stuff, recommended local swimming spots and things to do. Great chats and fun. And there is so much to do in this area. Just a hop and a skip away from Rotorua and all its attractions, including the magnificent Redwoods. There's a wonderful cafe in Murupara itself - the Station Cafe - and a roadside stall which sells the most delicious corn I have ever eaten in my life. We are already planning and looking forward to what we'll do during next year's visit. Thanks again, Wayne and Helen, for giving us such a great time. Couldn't have asked for a better first holiday with my honey. Hugely recommend.…
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Date of stay: February 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from HelenLRodgers, Manager at Murupara Motor Camp
Responded 10 Apr 2017
So pleased you guys enjoyed your stay & cant wait to see you guys again next year
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Me and a friend stayed at this camp with our campervan and enjoyed it thoroughly. Unfortunately I got a little sun burnt (second degree burns) and was placed on strict bed rest. As we went to Murupara medical centre (great medical centre and only 2-3 mins away). We decided to come back and stay in their cabins for 2 nights to rest up. Only cost $30 PP PN. (So cheap!!) And it had everything we needed. Bed, fridge and TV with very close access to the all the facilities I needed (laundry, kitchen, bathroom). All that are extremely clean! They were so accommodating and helpful. The owners were the ones that told me to go to the medical Centre in the first place (which I should had done days before) and they always checked up on me to make sure I was fine throughout my stay! I just felt like I was at home! There is a sweet couple that live on the camp and they were just as lovely and amazing people! (They know who they are! Thank you for ALL your assistance with my issue too!) It felt like a big family! I would just highly recommend this place to anyone! They also do water rafting bookings too! When I go back to NZ I will go out of my way just to go back and visit! Considering my burns staying there was just a highlight knowing that there was such caring, lovely, wonderful people around me who were always willing to help out anyone! Just sitting there with a nice cup of tea having a chat made me feel so welcome! Love love loved it! Thank you Murupara Motorcamp! 😘👍 …
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Date of stay: January 2017Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from motorcamp, Manager at Murupara Motor Camp
Responded 3 Feb 2017
so pleased you enjoyed your stay, hope your burns have healed & that you enjoyed the rest of your time in New Zealand.
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I stayed at the motor camp last year and was very satisfied. Went back last week and was very impressed by all the work done by the new owners...... they are very welcoming, accommodating and friendly....... they need business and they deserve it. Murupara is a nice destination for hunting fishing tramping rafting......
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Date of stay: December 2016Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: all room are quiet and open on huge well maintained grounds
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Response from motorcamp, Manager at Murupara Motor Camp
Responded 21 Dec 2016
thanks heaps for the lovely comments
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New ZealandNorth IslandBay of Plenty RegionMurupara
NUMBER OF ROOMS
21
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Which popular attractions are close to Murupara Motor Camp?
Nearby attractions include Whirinaki Forest Mountain Bike Track (4.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Murupara Motor Camp?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and kids activities.
Does Murupara Motor Camp have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Murupara Motor Camp offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Murupara Motor Camp located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.4 km away from the centre of Murupara.
Are pets allowed at Murupara Motor Camp?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.