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Camp Waipu Cove
869 Cove, RD2, Waipu 0582 New Zealand
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#1 of 3 campsites in Waipu
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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.
You'll find Camp Waipu Cove nestled at the southern end of the beautiful and unspoiled Bream Bay. Our Northland holiday park’s and cabins great facilities, supreme beach location and well-kept Waipu Cove accommodation create the ideal setting for a classic Kiwi getaway. Our Waipu Cove camping ground has been a Northland holiday haven for generations of Kiwi families, and continues to offer one of the best camping environments in New Zealand to visitors from near and far. We look forward to seeing you here at Camp Waipu Cove, Northland!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Beach
Fishing
Children's playground
Children's television networks
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
Laundry service
Indoor play area for children
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Picnic area
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Family
Location
869 Cove, RD2, Waipu 0582 New Zealand
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 63 out of 100
63
11 Restaurants
within 1 kilometer
1 Attraction
within 1 kilometer
Reviews
5.0
909 reviews
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Camp Waipu Cove has earned high marks from guests for its exceptional service and friendly staff, set against the backdrop of a prime beachfront location that's close to local attractions. The hotel is lauded for its clean, well-maintained amenities and family-friendly atmosphere, including fun features like jumping pillows. Guests consistently commend the cleanliness of the campground, from the spotless cabins to the immaculate common areas.
While recognizing the cozy and well-equipped cabins, some guests have mentioned they can feel a bit cramped during peak season. Nonetheless, the overall value is celebrated for combining great amenities and service at a reasonable price.
Location
Beachfront
Atmosphere
Inviting
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Value
Exceptional
Cleanliness
Spotless
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Friendly
Amenities
Outstanding
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I spent a night in Waipu on my way travelling to Tauranga/Coromandel. This campsite is in a beautiful location of Te Taitokerau, the campgrounds were well maintained with clean communal kitchens and toilets/showers. I stayed in a powered tent site and paid 22 dollars for my nite which i was very happy to pay. The beach is right there with beach accesses dotted thru the campsite. I do highly recommend this campsite you'll be greeted by very friendly helpful staff... Thanku Camp Waipu for having me, u are on my radar now n i will be back
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Anton Trist, General Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 14 Aug 2020
Dear guest, thank you very much for taking time to review your stay. We are very pleased to read your review and found that you had a good time here. We look forward to see you again in summer! :)
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My family and I recently stayed in one of the cabins. It was perfect for us. Camp Waipu Cove is fab! The staff and especially the house keeping/cleaning crew are super friendly. They do a wonderful job of maintaining the camp to a high standard of cleanliness in all areas of the camp ground. It was a pleasure walking into a camp bathroom that was so clean, smelt nice and had music gently playing in the background. Truly a great stay had by myself and the family. The kids loved the play ground and the proximity of the beach and it's warm waters. We will be back! Thank you for a fantastic stay.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Room Tip:Â Cabins are great for families with toddlers
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Response from AntonT544, Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 12 Feb 2020
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear you had a great stay with us. Your kind messages for cleaners will be surely passed onto them. We hope to see you again in the future. Thank you for staying with us! :)
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Had a lovely weekend at Waipu Cove Camp. Nice big sites, friendly staff, clean facilities. The camp is situated right on the beachfront which makes going for a swim easy and then straight back to the hot showers. Highly recommend this camp.
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Date of stay: February 2021
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Response from Anton Trist, General Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 2 Mar 2021
Thank you so much for your review and feedback. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time here with us and we look forward to welcoming you back some time :)
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From the point we arrived the Camp office personal were very freindly and helpfull.
It was great to have more than 1 play ground for our Grand children, plenty of water tapes to wash sand off, plenty of ablution blocks spaced in great positions, close to beach and kids can ride their bikes there, awesome. Walking distance to Dairy, Take aways (were great too) and a restraunt which was also awesome.
The price included all power usage, free to use hot showers, washing machines, wifi, couldnt ask for much more. Thank you Camp Waipu we have booked again already.
It was great to have more than 1 play ground for our Grand children, plenty of water tapes to wash sand off, plenty of ablution blocks spaced in great positions, close to beach and kids can ride their bikes there, awesome. Walking distance to Dairy, Take aways (were great too) and a restraunt which was also awesome.
The price included all power usage, free to use hot showers, washing machines, wifi, couldnt ask for much more. Thank you Camp Waipu we have booked again already.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Response from Anton Trist, General Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 1 May 2022
Thank you very much for your great review :) Sounds like you had a great time here with the grandchildren! The dairy down the road is perfect for those grocery items you may have forgotten, takeaways and yummy ice cream. Our prices do include hot showers and free WIFI. Our laundry takes rechargeable cards available at reception :)
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Such a well set up camp ground you can leave a lot of your camping gear at home. Well equipped kitchens include fridges, bbqs, sinks and fresh chilled water filters. Excellent, clean showers and toilets. Tennis court., beach volleyball and games room for kids. Lots of little touches at this campsite that make it special, no wonder it is impossible to book in peak summer. In addition all the staff we interacted with were lovely and helpful.
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Date of stay: February 2021
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Response from Anton Trist, General Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 12 Mar 2021
Dear Jacqui, thank you so much for your great feedback. We are so delighted to hear that you enjoyed camping with us! We look forward to seeing you back in the future.
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Set on a pristine beach that stretches for miles, Camp Waipu Cove is every bit as pristine as it’s surroundings. Camp sites are large, the kitchen is huge and well equipped and the showers are spotless with hot water a-plenty. The staff are very friendly and full of helpful tips on where to go and what to do. We absolutely loved it and highly recommend it!
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Anton Trist, General Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 24 Nov 2020
Thank you very much for taking your time to leave such an amazing review for us. We are glad to know that you enjoyed your stay at our campground. We hope to see you back in the near future.
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We camped on a powered site. It was 4 days of great clean facilities, friendly helpful staff and an amazing beach! The beach is clean with white sand and waves big enough to boogie board or surf. We didn't have to pay to take a shower and everything is kept neat and tidy.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Response from AntonT544, Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 4 Feb 2020
Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your time here with us in the beautiful Waipu Cove. We hope to see you again in the future :)
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This was our second stay at Camp Waipu Cove, both times we've stayed in a cabin. The cabin was clean, no stains or marks anywhere. The bed was comfortable with the sheets being crisp and plenty of pillows to choose from. The shower pressure was the best, with additional towels plus a hairdryer. The staff were friendly and are available if you need them. The camp itself is very clean and well laid out, it encourages you to recycle with having all the recycling bins clearly labelled. They were building the new cabins right beside us but we were not at all inconvenienced. Just now looking forward to being able to book one of them at Christmas time. Love Camp Waipu Cove.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Room Tip:Â Cabins for glampers, sites for campers
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Response from Anton Trist, General Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 22 Jul 2021
Thank you so much for your review. We are very happy to hear we have made your stay enjoyable and you like to stay with us. We are looking forward to having you stay with us again after the completion of the cabins. I will pass this lovely review onto our staff :)
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We stayed for two nights and found the facilities brilliant, very clean and the staff very friendly. WE will return for further stays in this great location with a good amount of travel advice about the local area readily available. Regards Brian
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Response from Anton Trist, General Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 19 Aug 2020
Thankyou for your comments, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. I will pass your comments onto our staff. :)
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Stayed here during COVID Alert level 2. The facilities were spotless. Contactless entry was well arranged and effortless. The campground is set up very well. Imagine it is a popular spot during the summer months. We will return in the future 😊
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Date of stay: May 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from AntonT544, Manager at Camp Waipu Cove
Responded 26 May 2020
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback to the TripAdvisor community. We are so happy to hear that we have done well to operate safely under the alert level 2. We always pride ourselves in our cleanliness and your review has been shared with the team. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. :)
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Hi there, I'm sorry but unfortunately dogs are not allowed on site. We are on DOC land right next to a bird reserve; a nesting ground for the New Zealand Dotterel, Variable Oyster Catcher and New Zealand Fairy Tern.
If you would still like to come and stay with us please give us a call on 09 4320410 and I can put you in touch with a local dog homestay.
"The new cabins are fully equipped with kitchen, bedding and cleaning stuff. Dairy and restaurant super close. "Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
$121 - $146 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandNorthland RegionWaipu
NUMBER OF ROOMS
235
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Frequently Asked Questions about Camp Waipu Cove
Which popular attractions are close to Camp Waipu Cove?
Nearby attractions include Scottish Migration Museum (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Camp Waipu Cove?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free parking, kids activities, and laundry service.
What food & drink options are available at Camp Waipu Cove?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Camp Waipu Cove?
Conveniently located restaurants include McLeod's Pizza Barn, Waipu Central, and Madly Indian.
Is Camp Waipu Cove located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.1 km away from the centre of Waipu.
Are any cleaning services offered at Camp Waipu Cove?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Is Camp Waipu Cove accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.