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The 10 Best South Island Camping Sites - RV Parks in South Island, New Zealand

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Mount Cook Station Shearers Quarters Lodge

Lake Tekapo

Featuring garden views, Mount Cook Station Shearers Quarters Lodge in Lake Tekapo features accommodation, a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the campground free of charge. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the mountain and river. It’s in the middle of nowhere but the road to there is AMAZING. So it is just a perfect stay. End of story. Thanks to the host for the wonderful experience. Absolutely recommned.

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9.3
Superb
295 reviews
Price from
£93
per night

Murchison Motorhome Park

Murchison

Murchison Motorhome Park has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Murchison. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. When staying at the campground, guests can use private entrance. Loved the greeting and service from reception to the cat and puppy on site.

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9.1
Superb
23 reviews
Price from
£51
per night

Minimalist Cabin Solo Traveller

Ashburton

The campground has a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the campground. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests at the campground can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. Amazing breakfast, lots of choices. Cute little house to snuggle up in

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9.2
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

Queen Street Holiday Park

Richmond

The spacious campground is equipped with a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette comes with a dishwasher, a microwave and a toaster, as well as coffee machine and kettle. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security.

Guests at the campground will be able to enjoy activities in and around Richmond, like hiking. Queen Street Holiday Park features a sun terrace and a picnic area. Everything was provided in this excellent unit, will be back to stay again...

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9.9
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

Golden Bay Glamping

Takaka

Situated in Takaka, Golden Bay Glamping provides accommodation with seating area. This campground features free private parking and luggage storage space. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the mountain and river. The location, the place...everything!

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9
Superb
51 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

Alpacas Off Grid - House Truck

Takaka

Set in Takaka in the Tasman region, Alpacas Off Grid - House Truck offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. The property features mountain and garden views. Outdoor dining is also possible at the campground. Nat was a great host! Very welcoming, helping us navigate the property. She gave us all the instructions needed to have an excellent stay, and even let us help train the alpacas in the morning. The location was private and peaceful at night. It was like we were alone under the stars. We will never forget our time at Nat’s house truck.

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9.6
Exceptional
22 reviews
Price from
£124
per night

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka

Wanaka

Set in Wanaka in the Otago region, with The Wanaka Tree nearby, Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This campground is 3.2 km from Puzzling World and 35 km from Cardrona. The campground features family rooms. very well located, comfortable and good value for money

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8.2
Very good
213 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

Route79 Holiday Park Geraldine

Geraldine

Situated in Geraldine, Route79 Holiday Park Geraldine offers accommodation with seating area. This property offers access to a balcony, pool at the pool table, free private parking and free WiFi. The campground has family rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

For guests with children, the campground features an indoor play area and an outdoor play equipment. Route79 Holiday Park Geraldine features a seasonal outdoor pool and a barbecue. 28 days in NZ and this is one of the contenders for best places to stay. It had everything required. Highly recommend these motels/camping ground

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8.4
Very good
142 reviews
Price from
£43
per night

Eglinton Valley Camp

Te Anau Downs

All units comprise a seating area, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchenette with various cooking facilities, including a toaster, a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware. The campground offers certain units that feature a patio, and the units are equipped with a kettle. Guests can dine in an outdoor dining area at the campground. Comfortable room and great location.

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8.7
Fabulous
300 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

Marahau Beach Camp

Marahau

Located in Marahau in the Tasman region, with Marahau Beach nearby, Marahau Beach Camp provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. It is set 2.3 km from Porters Beach and offers a shared kitchen.

At the campground, all units are fitted with a shared bathroom.

For guests with children, the campground features outdoor play equipment. The space of the room, how clean the facility was and how easy it was to do the check-in and check-out. The kitchen was well equipped and location is great

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8.5
Very good
479 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

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