群島灣假日公寓及房車公園

The actual camper van site was OK with the normal holiday park amenities, but we were disappointed by the exceedingly loud road noise with no sound breaks from the very busy adjacent highway and with the lack of cleanliness of the shower areas (e.g., the pull-down seat in the larger shower units were covered in black mold...yuck); the grilling area is lovely but the grills were so dirty with long-built-up grime that we decided against using them. It seems like these are easy things to fix, but it would deter us from returning unless there were no other options in the area.

We stayed for 3 nights in a powered site of the Campervan park and once again it served our needs perfectly. It’s a lovely walk along the beach into town; there’s a supermarket across the road and the campground is quiet and peaceful with private, semi-secluded sites. There are clean showers ($2) and toilets and a lovely little duck pond. The hosts generously allowed us to check out a bit later after a late night. We’ll be back!

We rang Jan direct and received a better deal than had we booked online. From the very first contact, Jan was helpful, friendly and a wonderful host. The apartments support eco ideals so are set amongst the trees and each unit cannot really see the other units which is peaceful. The park is a 900m walk to town and the wharf, mostly along the ocean front, (should you want to leave the car at home) and a Countdown (Woolworths) is conveniently two mins walk away plus a large service station selling fuel, essentials plus a mechanical workshop. The apartment has been renovated tastefully and for two people is large, roomy and well stocked with all utensils you need to cook, prepare and eat at home. We were very happy to have good sized coffee mugs unlike the last few places we have stayed! The bed is huge, very comfortable and the bathroom is spacious, renovated: great shower. Comfy two seater lounge but also a window seat that you can stretch out on and look at the lovely trees outside your window. A washing machine and dryer for exclusive use of the five apartments is situated near the office. A deck, bbq and outdoor setting that could be used inside for dining complete the package. We felt it was very good value, having stayed in Hotels for the past 2.5 weeks and it measured up extremely well for price and has been the best for host service. The apartments are advertised as not serviced daily but we were pleasantly surprised to have fresh towels and a clean when we came back after our second day sightseeing. We were so happy here we booked a further night and it was a great base to explore all that this area has to offer. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again and recommend it highly.

We stayed two nights with our two boys. The apartment smelt musty, we thought it may have been just the humid day but it didn't get better the next day. We have stayed all over the North Island on this trip and this accommodation was not value for money compared to other places we have stayed. It needs a really good clean, the toilet seat was broken and their was a dodgy looking switch in the kitchen. The bottom bedroom was dungeon like coupled with the musty smell. Also no mention or sighting of a spa. It is a great location so could be great.

What a lovely site and such a lovely owner. I would highly recommend this site to people who want a no fuss, quiet site with the very best access to the beach and the town. Our host booked out boat tour for us and we received a discount because of that. I love the eco credentials of this site. The facilities are cleaned 4 times a day and are very clean. The pitches are grassy and very even. We are from the UK and were made to feel very welcome indeed. This site is an absolute must but don't tell too many people as we want some room for the next time we come back.

Another great break away, this is our 4th visit and highly recommend, we stayed in our motorhome. Jan is very welcoming and good for a chat😊 The amenities get cleaned 4 times are day and previously I have read comments saying that they haven’t been cleaned which we find hard to believe. Great location with Countdown over the road and easy walk into Paihia. We cannot fault this place at all. You will enjoy your stay, Katrina and John