{"id":31954,"date":"2023-10-27T15:59:46","date_gmt":"2023-10-27T02:59:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www..com\/nz\/?p=31954"},"modified":"2025-05-06T15:13:03","modified_gmt":"2025-05-06T03:13:03","slug":"best-first-nights-places-to-stay-before-you-hit-the-road","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www..com\/nz\/best-first-nights-places-to-stay-before-you-hit-the-road\/","title":{"rendered":"Best First Nights: Where to Stay After Collecting Your Campervan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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So you’ve just picked up your favourite Quirky campervan and you’re raring to hit the road… <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slow down a minute (gritted teeth emoji!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’ve just finished a long-haul flight or a tiring drive, we strongly advise<\/strong> spending your first night near your pick-up point. This is a great way to rest, relax and recharge. It gives you time to acclimatise to the van and work your way through at least some of its quirks while you’re not feeling too dishevelled! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most importantly, it is truly safer for you, your fellow road users, and the van (we really do care about all three!). Having to get used to a new van driving experience while you navigate unfamiliar roads when you’re dead tired, is hard – even more so if you are also adjusting to driving on the right side of the road (that’s the left side for clarity (just in case!)). <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To kickstart your Quirky journey stress-free, we’ve handpicked three nearby campsites or parking spots within a 45-minute radius of your van. Park up, relax, and hit the road feeling fresh!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Auckland North<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Rigby<\/strong><\/a>, Petal<\/a><\/strong>, Tira<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Takapuna Beach Holiday Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered and non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> Non-powered sites from $45\/night. Powered sites from $69\/night. Booking in advance required
    Facilities:<\/strong> Dump Station, Kitchen, Hot Showers, Laundry, Toilets
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8am-8pm. Pets welcome by arrangement.
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    2. Long Bay Parking Area<\/a>

    Sites:<\/strong> Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> $17\/night. Booking in advance highly recommended
    Facilities: <\/strong>Clean Toilets, Water, BBQ
    Info: <\/strong>Open Mon-Sun. Gates close at 7pm. Max 1 night stay. Dogs \u274c
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    3. Orewa Beach Holiday Park<\/a>

    Sites:<\/strong> Powered
    Cost:<\/strong> From $50\/night. $35\/night for solo traveller.
    Facilities: <\/strong>Dump Station, Shower, Toilets, Hot showers, Laundry, Water Fountain
    Info: <\/strong>Open Mon-Sun 9am-5pm. Max 1 night stay. Dogs \u2705 by arrangement.
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    South Auckland & Auckland East <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Pepe<\/a>, Kaewa<\/a>, Morrison<\/a>, Barbara<\/a>, Selma<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, Oriwa<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, Kereru<\/a><\/strong><\/em>, Tui<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Omana CSC Overnight Parking Area<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> $16\/night\/adult. $4\/night\/child
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets and Changing area
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8am-8pm. 7pm non-daylight savings. Max 1 night stay in summer; 3 nights in winter. Max 15 vehicles. No cash payments. Book and pay online in advance. Dogs \u274c <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    2. Duder CSC Overnight Parking Area<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> $17\/night
    Facilities:<\/strong> Water Fountain and Toilets <\/strong>
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8am-8pm. 7pm non-daylight savings. Max 3 nights stay year-round. Max 5 vehicles at one time. Dogs \u274c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    3. Waitawa CSC Parking Area<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> $21\/night
    Facilities:<\/strong> Water Fountain and Toilets
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8am-7pm. Max 7 night stay; 3 nights in winter. Max 15 vehicles at one time. Dogs \u274c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Auckland Central & Auckland West<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Rosy G<\/a>, Vallery<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, Boho<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Karamatura Camp Site<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> $8\/night\/adult. $4\/night\/child.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets and water
    Info:<\/strong> Max 40 persons. Max 7 night stay. Check-in time 11am. Dogs \u274c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    2. Barn Paddock<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> $17\/night. Max 5 vehicles. Bookings should be made during opening hours. Cash not available.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets and sink
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8am-7pm. Dogs \u274c
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    3. Muriwai Beach Campground<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered (67) & non-powered (66)
    Cost:<\/strong> Powered – $48\/night\/2 people. Unpowered – $20\/night\/2 people.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Large kitchen, Hot Showers, Toilets.
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 9am-7pm (summer) and 9am-6:30pm (winter). Dogs \u2705 To book, send an online inquiry via their website or call in advance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Tairua (Coromandel Peninsula)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Bert<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Tairua Campground<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered & Unpowered
    Cost:<\/strong> Unpowered – from $22 per site per person. Powered – from $30 per site. Pay and book online in advance
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets, Hot Showers, Kitchen, TV roomLaundry
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8am til 9:30pm. Dogs welcome by arrangement year-round \u2705 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    2. Tairua Beach House Backpackers & Campground<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Sites: <\/strong>Unpowered
    Cost:<\/strong> From $58 per site. No booking required. First come first serve basis.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets, Hot Showers, Dump Station, Kitchen, Laundry
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8am til 7pm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Coromandel \/ Tauranga<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Bert<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Tasman Holiday Parks Papamoa Beach<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered & Unpowered
    Cost:<\/strong> Powered – from $62 per site. Unpowered – from $58 per site. Pay and book online in advance
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets, Hot Showers, Dump Station, Kitchen, Laundry
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8am til 7pm. Dogs \u2705 1 Mar – 1 Nov<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    2. Pacific Park Christian Holiday Camp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered & Unpowered
    Cost:<\/strong> Powered – from $48 per site (for 2 people). 75 powered sites. 4 unpowered. Pay and book online in advance
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets, Hot Showers, Dump Station, Kitchen, Laundry
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8:30am until 6:30pm. Check in from 2pm to 6:30pm. Dogs \u274c <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    3. Cosy Corner Holiday Park<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered
    Cost:<\/strong> Powered – from $65 per site (for 2 people). Pay and book online in advance
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets, Hot Showers, Dump Station, Kitchen, Laundry
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun 8:30am until 7pm. Dogs welcome by arrangement \u2705<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Lower Hutt (Wellington)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Bluebelle<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Belmont Regional Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Unpowered
    Cost:<\/strong> 8\/night\/adult. $4\/night\/child. Under 5’s free. Pay and register at the information kiosk. Cash only.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets, Drinking Water.
    Info:<\/strong> Open 8am til dusk in summer. Dogs \u2705<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    2. Wellington TOP 10 Holiday Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered (100) and non-powered (150)
    Cost:<\/strong> Powered – from $55\/night\/2 people. Non-powered – from $50\/night\/2 people. Bookings should be made in advance, especially during peak season.
    Facilities:<\/strong> BBQ Area, Air Cushion, Kitchen, Playground, Games Room, Fun Bikes,, Sky TV Room, Spa, Toilet & Shower Blocks
    Info:<\/strong> Open 8am-8pm. Dogs \u274c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    3. Barnett Street Car Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> $30\/24 hours. Parking is prohibited on Saturday nights. Max _ vehicles. Bookings should be made during opening hours. Cash not available.
    Info:<\/strong> Very convenient location, right next to Te Papa and city centre. Pay on arrival. Closest toilets are a 5 minute walk away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Nelson<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Meg<\/em><\/strong>, Ky<\/strong><\/em>go, Caia, Carwyn, Frankie, Queenie<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n


    1.     Tahuna Beach Holiday Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered (540) and non-powered (396)
    Cost:<\/strong> From $23\/night\/person. Bookings should be made in advance.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Wifi, Shower, Dump Station, Hot Shower, Laundry, Flush Toielt, Basketball & Volleyball Court, Golf Course, Petanque.
    Info:<\/strong> Check in from 2pm. Check out 10am. Dogs \u2705 in one camping zone ONLY between 1 Feb – 30 Nov.
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    2. Wakapuaka Reserve Carpark<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> FREE for max 3 vehicles. $10 for other spots. Max 2 nights stay.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets
    Info:<\/strong> Normal parking restrictions apply from 8am-5pm weekdays and 9am-1pm Saturdays. Dogs \u2705
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    3. Cable Bay Holiday Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered and non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> From $25\/night. fBookings should be made during opening hours. Cash not available.
    Facilities:<\/strong> BBQ area, toilets, kitchen, laundry, hot shower
    Info:<\/strong> Open Mon-Sun. Dogs \u2705 must be on leads at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Christchurch North<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Ollie, Cruzar, Roxy, Dakoda<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Amberley Beach Campground<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n


    Sites: <\/strong>Powered and non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> Powered site – $18\/night\/2 people. Non-powered site – $5\/adult\/night. $7 per extra adult\/night. Pay cash in person using payment boxes available inside camp areas.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Dump station, hot shower, water fountain, toilets, tennis court
    Info:<\/strong> Max 15 sites. Dogs \u2705 in the Southern end of the Camping Ground. South of Chamberlain Avenue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    2. Riverlands Holiday Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered and non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> $38\/night for powered site\/2 people. $18\/night for 1 person – non-powered. $28\/night for 2 people.
    Facilities:<\/strong> TV room\/lounge, kitchens, laundry with coin-operated machines, vending machine, hot showers (free), toilets
    Info:<\/strong> Open 9am-6pm. Book via landline – 03 327 5511. Bookings can still be made past 6pm. There’s a board with available spots so you can just pull in and pay in the morning. Cash and Eftpos. Dogs \u274c Located 15 minutes from the airport, this campground has flat, grassy sites throughout the park, which are all a short walk from the amenities blocks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    3. Kairaki Beach Holiday Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered and non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> Non-powered site – $19\/night\/person. Under 7s are free. $5 7-12. Powered site – $22\/night\/person. At least 11 sites, used for overnighters. Cash and Eftpos available. Book on-site. Complimentary Wifi for the first wifi.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Dump station, kitchen, hot shower, water fountain, toilet. Playground at the bottom of the park and 3 min walk from the beach.
    Info:<\/strong> Open 8:30am – 7:30pm. Check-in time 10am. Dogs. \u274c Very friendly, quiet camp.
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    Christchurch South<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Bertie, Button, Madeleine, Monty, Dorothy<\/em><\/strong>, Hirta<\/em><\/strong>, Giovanni<\/em><\/strong>, Mary Rose<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. South Brighton Holiday Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered and non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> Non-powered from $40\/night\/site. Powered from $44\/night\/site (high season).
    Facilities:<\/strong> Kitchen, BBQ, laundry (coin-operated), hot showers, Wifi, TV lounge and ablution block
    Info:<\/strong> Open 9-7pm in summer and 9am-6pm in winter. Book online, over the phone, or in person. Cash and card accepted. Dogs \u2705 on leash. Sites are mostly grassy or on hard sand. The campground is in a stunning location surrounded by trees, just 500m from the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    2. Waihora Park Reserve Campsite<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> $10\/night\/site. No booking required. Pay cash on arrival.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Water Fountains, Toilets, Playground, BBQ, Tree hut
    Info:<\/strong> Dogs \u2705
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    3. Naval Point Freedom Camping Area<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> FREE
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets
    Info:<\/strong> Dogs \u274c
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    Dunedin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Fred<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Dunedin Holiday Park<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Powered and non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> Non-powered $30\/night for 1 person. $45\/night for 2 people. Powered $36\/night for 1 person. $48\/night 2 persons. Booking in advance is required.
    Facilities:<\/strong> Wifi, TV room, coin-operated laundry, washing machines, dump point, BBQ area, playground, convenience store
    Info:<\/strong> Minimum 2 night policy. Reception open 8:30am-8pm. Dogs \u2705. Must be on a lead & supervised at all times.
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    2. The Oval Freedom Camping<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-powered
    Cost:<\/strong> FREE. Bookings should be made during opening hours. Cash not available.
    Facilities:<\/strong>
    Info:<\/strong> Max 2 nights stay., Depart by 8:30am. Dogs \u274c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    3. Brighton Domain Freedom Camping<\/a>

    Sites: <\/strong>Non-Powered
    Cost:<\/strong> FREE
    Facilities:<\/strong> Toilets. Convenience store is a short walk away.
    Info:<\/strong> Maximum 2 days. Leave by 8:30am. Dogs \u274c<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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