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The Camp - Lake Hawea

3.5 star property
Beach holiday park with a private beach and a coffee shop

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Lake view
Glamping Bell Tent, Shared Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Glamping Denver Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom, Lake View | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Panoramic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Lakeside | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets
Panoramic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Lakeside | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets
The Camp - Lake Hawea offers a peaceful natural setting for travelers to connect with the outdoors. Features include WiFi in common areas, barbecue facilities, and a garden space. Families love the playground where kids can play while adults enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • On private beach
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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Glamping Bell Tent, Shared Bathroom | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Glamping Bell Tent, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Cabin (Shared Bathroom Facilities) | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Standard Cabin (Shared Bathroom Facilities)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Panoramic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Lakeside | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Panoramic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Lakeside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Mobile Home, 1 Loft Double Bed, Kitchenette, Lake View | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Classic Mobile Home, 1 Loft Double Bed, Kitchenette, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Safari Tent, Multiple Beds, Lake View, Lakeside | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Safari Tent, Multiple Beds, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Heating
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Glamping Denver Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom, Lake View | 2 bedrooms, bed sheets

Glamping Denver Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Oven
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Senior Room

Highlights

Deck/patio
Heating
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1208 Makarora-Hawea Road State Highway 6, Lake Hawea, 9382

What's nearby

  • Lake Hawea - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Puzzling World - 12 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Wānaka Lavender Farm - 13 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Mount Iron Lookout - 20 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Rippon Vineyard - 21 min drive - 14.5 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pembroke Patisserie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hawea Eatery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hawea Store And Kitchen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Albie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mo's Food And Coffee Truck - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Camp - Lake Hawea

Property highlights
A coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at The Camp - Lake Hawea. This holiday park is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach and fishing. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to WiFi in public areas (surcharge).
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 5 per day)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend on-the-go breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 25 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • The Camp Food Truck

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately NZD 10 to 25 per person
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 5 per day (rates may vary)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Lake Hawea Holiday Park Campground
Lake Hawea Holiday Park
The Camp Lake Hawea
Lake Hawea Holiday Park
The Camp Hawea Albert Town
The Camp - Lake Hawea Albert Town
The Camp - Lake Hawea Holiday park
The Camp - Lake Hawea Holiday park Albert Town

Frequently asked questions

Is The Camp - Lake Hawea pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Camp - Lake Hawea located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lake Hawea holiday park is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Hawea and Peter Fraser Park. Mount Iron Lookout and Puzzling World are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Camp - Lake Hawea Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 304 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place . A lot of nature
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Camp has a huge compound, ideal if you’re traveling with a Pet. The location is closed by Wanaka and not too far from Queenstown so pretty convenient. The place is quiet and has the basic facilities you need
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic setting, great views, quiet place would recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the lakefront view made for a magical holiday spot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

leila

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
View was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The glamping option was a novel idea. The tent was tidy, comfy and well equipped as was the shared kitchen mess.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Glamping tent was clean and as expected and parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great stay in the tiny home! Nice and cosy and just what you need!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Krystil

The location was beautiful but the comfort of the stay could be improved with some outdoor lights so you can see what your'e eating for dinner and also a light to be able to see the toilet at night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The little cabin I stayed in was great and had fab facilities within it and the best view of the lake. The bathroom facilities could have done with being updated
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great, easy walk to use facilities and office, staff were amazing catering to our needs even if it was a few questions, were able to change cash for the washing machines, and the view spectacular!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prelyza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and with different options for accommodation. Amazing views being by the lake and being able to walk around the site. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful with beautiful view❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved glamping here! Lovely tent! Beautiful views. Bathroom was clean. Nice staff who checked me in. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was exactly what we saw online and the staff were lovely. What an awesome way to spend the afternoon overlooking the lake with a quick (freezing) dip in the lake then kicking back relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for a quiet place to recentre that also has stunning view, look no further. Lakeside cottage is nice & private, with an excellent sunrise view every morning, nice & cosy during the colder montjs
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful in touch with nature
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay but could have had milk in the unit
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Why would you stay in busy Wanaka when you can be in this paradise? We had a cottage which was just brilliant. Took some coffee & sat for a while just admiring the view from edge of park over the lake - wow! Girls at the desk were very helpful. Wish I could have stayed a lot longer - was at the top of all the places I stayed in NZ.

4/10 Poor

Lynne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We didn’t stay and went elsewhere as bathroom facilities far from tents and limited in quantity.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

A M

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They only have two dog friendly rooms I didn’t book the right one dog had to sleep in the car
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parthiban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Notty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cabin with a short walk to the lake. The bedding was comfortable and warm and plenty of heaters for those like us use to warmer climates. The floors were a little creaky, and the shower was a water-saver (as you would expect), but a great heater in the bathroom and a nice little cottage overall. Adding in a drying rack would be a great addition for those wanting to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are campers, so understand what's involved in living in a campground. The lake was beautiful. The tents nice. We did not use the heaters though it was cold, till morning. Bedding was great. The restroom was a bit of a walk but a port o let was available closeby for those midnight bathroom calls. The kitchen was well supplied. The only microwave was available in the central kitchen. All in all, it was a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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