Name: Camp Waipu Cove
Address: Waipu, Waipu Cove, Whangarei District, NZ
Price range: $88–$88 per night
Rating: 9.09

What guests think

Across recent reviews of Camp Waipu Cove, guests consistently praise its superb beachfront setting and welcoming staff, while also appreciating clean, well equipped cabins and useful communal facilities, with occasional drawbacks like ants and some very small, basic units.

Several reviews highlight a peaceful campground with playgrounds for kids. Facilities such as shared bathrooms, kitchens and a TV room are well maintained, though confirming whether your cabin has a private bathroom can prevent surprises. Overall, it suits travelers who prioritize practicality and relaxed downtime over luxury.

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Facilities

Communal facilities such as kitchens, bathrooms and a TV room are well maintained, with clean shared amenities and playgrounds for kids. Some accommodation relies on shared bathrooms, so checking for private facilities in advance is recommended.

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10

Remy

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Confort rudimentaire. Bungalow très petit et sans rangement, il est même compliqué de circuler avec 2 valises. Les sanitaires sont à l'exterieur ce qui peut être compliqué avec de jeunes enfants ou même dès qu'il pleut.

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10

Rimi

Mar 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beach waa so close ,cooking and toilet facilities were excellent, wilk cone again for sure

8

stacey

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice to be very close to the beach and hear the waves. Be aware that there will be lake flies and they do get in when you open the door to your cabin. The shared bathroom was kept clean.

6

Robert

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The chalet was great, however, i thought that having to walk to the toilet and showers was something i did not enjoy bit i know now not to book in the Winter season again and would probably go to a motel. 4 out of 5 is also my rating. Thanls

8

Helene

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved being able to hear the roar of the ocean, which was only a few steps away. Great having playgrounds for kids so close by too. Our place was clean, and we had everything we needed. Bit of an ant infestation going on that needs to be taken care of. Food options are limited and very expensive. Overall, a very beautiful place and would go there again.

10

Natalia

Dec 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were lovely and helpful, campground was very peaceful. The facilities were great, I’d definitely choose this camp again.

10

izzy

Aug 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Polite and helpful staff, cleanliness, facilities were fantastic. Brilliant location. Great for kids. Cant recommend highly enough

10

Deanie

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great little place to stay and so close to the amazing beach!!!! We had a little unit with a bunny bed and double bed. Little microwave and a little “ island” tha theme dishes,kettle. Etc…. The brash was steps away. And behind the hotel/ park is a really really good restaurant so there was no need to walk or drive anywhere. Cute little place to stay right on the beach. Loved it.

10

j a

May 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Make sure you are clear whether cabin has private bathroom or shared.

10

Elizabeth

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our little house cabin was beautiful. Clean, well equipped, great front patio to sit and have a champagne. The bathrooms were plentiful. The onsite facilities were quality. Fabulous TV room and kitchens. Right on the beach but protected by a dune. Very well maintained by lovely staff.

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Cleanliness

Most reviews describe clean cabins and tidy grounds, with shared bathrooms kept in good condition, though a few report ants and occasional pests.

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Vivienne

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely clean and tidy premises Beautifully positioned , in close proximity to Waipu Beach. I would stay in the cabins again

10

Davitt

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I enjoyed my stay it was exactly what i needed and it was clean and tidy

8

stacey

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice to be very close to the beach and hear the waves. Be aware that there will be lake flies and they do get in when you open the door to your cabin. The shared bathroom was kept clean.

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Helene

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved being able to hear the roar of the ocean, which was only a few steps away. Great having playgrounds for kids so close by too. Our place was clean, and we had everything we needed. Bit of an ant infestation going on that needs to be taken care of. Food options are limited and very expensive. Overall, a very beautiful place and would go there again.

10

Jonathan

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, friendly staff, friendly neighbors, great location by the Beach.

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izzy

Aug 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Polite and helpful staff, cleanliness, facilities were fantastic. Brilliant location. Great for kids. Cant recommend highly enough

6

max

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely clean camping ground

6

Cam

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ants in the room and ceiling /walls seemed dirty, but staff was very welcoming and friendly and location was excellent

10

Ifalemi

Mar 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A Very beautiful and quiet place to enjoy. Thank you for your great hospitality. The clean cabin were set with all you need, the sea with its fresh air and clean environment make it all the sweet memories of Camp Waipu Cove.

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Elizabeth

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our little house cabin was beautiful. Clean, well equipped, great front patio to sit and have a champagne. The bathrooms were plentiful. The onsite facilities were quality. Fabulous TV room and kitchens. Right on the beach but protected by a dune. Very well maintained by lovely staff.

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Rooms

Cabins range from spacious, comfortable and well equipped with kitchen basics to very small, basic bungalows with limited storage. Some units lack a TV, and surf sounds are a common, pleasant backdrop.

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Hannah

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The cabin was large and comfortable and had everything you'd need in the kitchen. And the location was incredible - right on the beach!

10

Remy

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Confort rudimentaire. Bungalow très petit et sans rangement, il est même compliqué de circuler avec 2 valises. Les sanitaires sont à l'exterieur ce qui peut être compliqué avec de jeunes enfants ou même dès qu'il pleut.

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Chris

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

slept in cabin 40 metres from surf.Amazing simple old fashioned beach visit.

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Angela

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Camp Waipu is our favourite go-to destination, the units are well catered for and just what you need. The only thing I could think to improve on is to ask people with kids to be mindful of where there children

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Helene

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved being able to hear the roar of the ocean, which was only a few steps away. Great having playgrounds for kids so close by too. Our place was clean, and we had everything we needed. Bit of an ant infestation going on that needs to be taken care of. Food options are limited and very expensive. Overall, a very beautiful place and would go there again.

10

chantal

Dec 15, 2022

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Stayed 19,341 nights

This camp is a hidden gem. The unit was spacious, clean and the sound of the ocean was amazing. Checkin staff is friendly and the colorful paintings on the walls outside was beautiful. I will make a point to travel here yearly. The kitchen cabin was very modern

10

Moana

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Book a 1 bedroom cabin and it was excellent check in was easy and those’re very friendly and knowledgeable and recommended an excellent dining option would definitely return

10

Deanie

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great little place to stay and so close to the amazing beach!!!! We had a little unit with a bunny bed and double bed. Little microwave and a little “ island” tha theme dishes,kettle. Etc…. The brash was steps away. And behind the hotel/ park is a really really good restaurant so there was no need to walk or drive anywhere. Cute little place to stay right on the beach. Loved it.

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Colin

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Needed a tv otherwise adequate

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Elizabeth

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our little house cabin was beautiful. Clean, well equipped, great front patio to sit and have a champagne. The bathrooms were plentiful. The onsite facilities were quality. Fabulous TV room and kitchens. Right on the beach but protected by a dune. Very well maintained by lovely staff.

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Service

Service is consistently described as friendly, helpful and welcoming, with smooth check-in and staff who go the extra mile.

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10

chantal

Dec 15, 2022

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Stayed 19,341 nights

This camp is a hidden gem. The unit was spacious, clean and the sound of the ocean was amazing. Checkin staff is friendly and the colorful paintings on the walls outside was beautiful. I will make a point to travel here yearly. The kitchen cabin was very modern

10

Jonathan

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, friendly staff, friendly neighbors, great location by the Beach.

10

Natalia

Dec 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were lovely and helpful, campground was very peaceful. The facilities were great, I’d definitely choose this camp again.

10

izzy

Aug 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Polite and helpful staff, cleanliness, facilities were fantastic. Brilliant location. Great for kids. Cant recommend highly enough

10

Moana

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Book a 1 bedroom cabin and it was excellent check in was easy and those’re very friendly and knowledgeable and recommended an excellent dining option would definitely return

10

Karin

Dec 11, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Stunningg location. Lovely staff.

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Cam

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ants in the room and ceiling /walls seemed dirty, but staff was very welcoming and friendly and location was excellent

10

Joseph

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lady at the check in counter was really a great customer service person.

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Elizabeth

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our little house cabin was beautiful. Clean, well equipped, great front patio to sit and have a champagne. The bathrooms were plentiful. The onsite facilities were quality. Fabulous TV room and kitchens. Right on the beach but protected by a dune. Very well maintained by lovely staff.

8

JoAnne

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were amazing. They went the extra mile to make my stay very comfortable after a long drive.

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Location

Beachfront setting is a standout, with direct access to Waipu Beach, ocean sounds and a peaceful atmosphere suited to families.

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Hannah

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The cabin was large and comfortable and had everything you'd need in the kitchen. And the location was incredible - right on the beach!

10

Chris

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

slept in cabin 40 metres from surf.Amazing simple old fashioned beach visit.

10

Rimi

Mar 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beach waa so close ,cooking and toilet facilities were excellent, wilk cone again for sure

8

stacey

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice to be very close to the beach and hear the waves. Be aware that there will be lake flies and they do get in when you open the door to your cabin. The shared bathroom was kept clean.

8

Helene

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved being able to hear the roar of the ocean, which was only a few steps away. Great having playgrounds for kids so close by too. Our place was clean, and we had everything we needed. Bit of an ant infestation going on that needs to be taken care of. Food options are limited and very expensive. Overall, a very beautiful place and would go there again.

10

Jonathan

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, friendly staff, friendly neighbors, great location by the Beach.

10

brian

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great beachside retreat

10

Karin

Dec 11, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Stunningg location. Lovely staff.

8

Susanne

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Direct at a wonderful beach for the best morning walk

10

Elizabeth

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our little house cabin was beautiful. Clean, well equipped, great front patio to sit and have a champagne. The bathrooms were plentiful. The onsite facilities were quality. Fabulous TV room and kitchens. Right on the beach but protected by a dune. Very well maintained by lovely staff.

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Dining

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Helene

Sep 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved being able to hear the roar of the ocean, which was only a few steps away. Great having playgrounds for kids so close by too. Our place was clean, and we had everything we needed. Bit of an ant infestation going on that needs to be taken care of. Food options are limited and very expensive. Overall, a very beautiful place and would go there again.

10

Moana

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Book a 1 bedroom cabin and it was excellent check in was easy and those’re very friendly and knowledgeable and recommended an excellent dining option would definitely return

10

Deanie

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great little place to stay and so close to the amazing beach!!!! We had a little unit with a bunny bed and double bed. Little microwave and a little “ island” tha theme dishes,kettle. Etc…. The brash was steps away. And behind the hotel/ park is a really really good restaurant so there was no need to walk or drive anywhere. Cute little place to stay right on the beach. Loved it.

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Camp Waipu Cove

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Room options

Deluxe Kitchen Cabin (Shared Bathroom)

One Bedroom Self-Contained Cabin

Basic Kitchen Cabin (Shared Bathroom)

Two Bedroom Self-Contained Cabin

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