The Camp - Lake Hawea

3.5 star property
Beachfront holiday park for sun and fun

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Lake view
Glamping Denver Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom, Lake View
Glamping Bell Tent, Shared Bathroom
Panoramic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Lakeside
Glamping Denver Tent, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom, Lake View

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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1208 Makarora-Hawea Road State Highway 6, Lake Hawea, 9382
  • Place, Peter Fraser Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Wānaka Lavender Farm
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Rippon Vineyard
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wānaka Airport (WKA)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Glamping Bell Tent, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Standard Cabin (Shared Bathroom Facilities)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 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

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
  • 9 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms
Hydromassage showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
Located on the top floor
  • 15 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Safari Tent, Multiple Beds, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

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

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
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Lake Hawea

At The Camp - Lake Hawea you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Lake Hawea and within 20 minutes of Peter Fraser Park. Highlights at this beachfront holiday park include a private beach and free self-parking. .The café, The Camp Food Truck, is open for breakfast and lunch. Enjoy access to bike hire and a playground. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Lake Hawea holiday park include Mount Iron Lookout and Puzzling World.

What's nearby

  • Peter Fraser Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wānaka Lavender Farm - 10 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Warbirds & Wheels - 14 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Rippon Vineyard - 18 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Lake Wānaka - 23 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pembroke Patisserie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Albie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Albert Town Fish Co - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mo's Food And Coffee Truck - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hawea Store And Kitchen - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Camp - Lake Hawea

Beachfront holiday park for sun and fun
A private beach is featured. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Camp - Lake Hawea. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Lake Hawea holiday park is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Camp - Lake Hawea offers 28 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 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 (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 5 per day (rates may vary)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

The Camp - Lake Hawea offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

As of 29 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Camp - Lake Hawea on 15 Dec 2025 start from AU$99.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

Yep, The Camp - Lake Hawea has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

No, The Camp - Lake Hawea does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Camp - Lake Hawea's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Camp - Lake Hawea?

No, only service animals are allowed.