Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Payments made by partners impact the order of prices displayed. Room types may vary.
The listings of booking offers for each property take into account the compensation paid to us by our partners. Prices shown may be for varying room types. Prices displayed are the lowest available, corresponding to the least expensive room type available, as provided from our partners as of the time of the user’s search.

Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park

Traveller (89)
chalet 13 - 1st Oct 2018
Room & Suite (57)
Pool & Beach (10)
What is Travellers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.

View prices for your travel dates

Did you already book this hotel?
Tell us so we can help you plan.
Avg. £94 /night, 2/12 - 2/13
£94
per night
£85
per night
£75
per night

Feb

Mar

12 Feb
Today

14 Feb

16 Feb

18 Feb

20 Feb

22 Feb

24 Feb

26 Feb

28 Feb

2 Mar

4 Mar

6 Mar

8 Mar

10 Mar

12 Mar

14 Mar
Reflects recent average nightly prices reported by our partners, and may not include estimated taxes or fees. Price at checkout may differ.
Cheaper
Average
Higher

About

#1 of 2 campsites in Whanganui
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
If you are looking for a holiday park in the lower north island of New Zealand, look no further. Rated Superior by TOP 10 Holiday Parks and situated on the banks of the Whanganui River, this park has everything you need for a perfect holiday. Free Wi-Fi for all guests. Accommodation options to suit every budget: Deluxe motels, serviced self-contained units, cabins & large tent and van sites, some right on the riverbank. If you're camping in a tent or van and have a well-behaved pet, you can bring them too. Superb facilities include an outdoor heated pool with slide, jumping pillow, 2 adventure playgrounds, bouncy castle in the summer, petanque, covered or outdoor BBQ areas, Netflix, Sky Sport, Spark Sport, and much more. You can hire trikes for the kids to ride around on, you can hire kayaks to explore the river for yourself, or you can relax in the private spa pool looking out over the river. With a friendly team always willing to help you get the most out of your stay in the Whanganui area, this is more than just a stop over, this is a destination!
Read more
Suggest edits to improve what we show.Improve this listing
Property amenities
Free parking
Free internet
Pool
Bicycle rental
Game room
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Fence around pool
Spa
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared kitchen
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
Good to know
HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to Giata.
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Mid-range

Reviews
We perform checks on reviews.
Tripadvisor’s approach to reviews
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Learn more about our review moderation.

Traveller rating
  • 465
  • 148
  • 28
  • 13
  • 10
Time of year
Traveller type
Language
Selected filters
  • Filter
  • English
Popular mentions
Sort by:
Detailed Reviews
Mmmmmmmmmm wrote a review Jan 2025
Wellington, New Zealand
4.0 of 5 bubbles
In terms of entertainment for kids under 12 years old, who still act like children - the heated swimming pool, slide and jump pad is a plus for any kid that is active and a plus for the parents wanting to chill out whilst still watching their children from the comfort of the riverside units or non riverside units. The mattresses in the units left much to be desired by, not very comfortable - you aren't there to sleep comfortably apparently - I have stayed in the family cabins, if you are there in summer it is best to bring your own fan as they get very warm and it's hard to say if it would be safe to keep the door open whilst sleeping. We took one but the riverside units weren't as hot, as more windows to open :) It is far away from the town but we like that. Less sirens and cars and people.
We didn't like the bathroom light and fan that stayed on for 10 minutes - not fun in the early hours of the morning - I do think this could be rectified - even for 5 minutes?! Also don't forget to clear the filter of the fan since you draw so much attention to it - we also had no shower gel - it wasn't replaced - wasn't an easy process to rectify this but we got there in the end.
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: December 2024
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
2.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Whanganui River, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 5 weeks ago
Hi Maria, Thanks for your review. We are so glad to see that overall you enjoyed your stay here. We're sorry to see you didn't find the mattress in your unit comfortable. We have replaced the majority of our mattresses in the park and are still working our way round to finish replacing them all. We also note your comment about the length of time that the light stays in in the bathroom - this is certainly something we can look at. Thanks for drawing it to our attention. I'm sorry to see that your shower gel ran out - I'm certain our team would have replaced this straight away had we known, but we will raise with the team to check the levels more careful before check ins. Thanks again.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Laurene L wrote a review Dec 2023
Hamilton
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed in my campervan on a concrete pad close to facilities. Facilities easily accessed and were very clean and tidy. Heat swimming pool was a real bonus. Setting felt rural as it is beside the river however it is still in the Whanganui township so petrol, groceries and other activities were easily accessed. Great playground for children and dump station easy to find and use. Hand sanitizer was fixed to a post at the dump station to clean your hands after task completed.. So well thought out. Oh, and the office does coffee and has a small selection of grocery items and there is a vending machine for ice cream bars. Never seen an ice cream vending machine before. Great Stay.
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: November 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Whanganui River, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 4 Dec 2023
Hi Laurene, Thanks so much for your awesome review. We are so pleased you enjoyed so many aspects of our holiday park and hope to see you and your family again in the near future.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
nobleone17 wrote a review Nov 2023
Wellington, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The camp is so peaceful and beautifully kept. The grounds are perfect and the park sites by the river for campervans are sealed which is an added bonus. This was our second visit and we will definitely be back. We really enjoy this spot. Thank you.
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: November 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Jeannie Kay, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 18 Nov 2023
Thank you so much. We love to see returning guests and hope to see you many more times. We are lucky to have this beautiful spot by the river and we're so glad you've enjoyed it so much. Thanks again.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Hondarider1 wrote a review Feb 2023
Auckland, New Zealand
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Checked in late one afternoon. This appears to be an older Top Ten park but has been maintained well The host was very helpful in accommodating us in a 2 bed basic cabin ,. It’s was clean , tidy with a heater provided. We were able to park our motorcycles right out side the cabin . The shared facilities were a short walk across the park. They were clean, tidy and supplied with all the amenities we needed . It’s a little way out of town , so not walking distance into city
WE would definitely stay again.
Read more
Date of stay: February 2023
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
3.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Jeannie Kay, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 13 Mar 2023
Thanks for taking the time to post your review. We were glad we could help you out with last minute accommodation on a busy weekend. We are 6km from the very centre of the city, but that does afford us lots of open space on the riverside - you can't get that closer to town. We have a shop that sells a number of food options for those that don't want a trip back to town or don't fancy a takeaway. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again. Thanks.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
denisedixey wrote a review Jan 2025
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great venue and staff, location was rural and the river and the steam boat going past mixed with the rowers rowing was extra special to watch. The glamping tents were intriguing and will investigate these further. Congratulations for your presentation and people
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: January 2025
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Whanganui River, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 3 weeks ago
Thank you Denise. We are so pleased you enjoyed your experience at our Holiday Park on the riverside. We are very lucky to have this awesome location and it is great on a day when there is so much river activity going on. Hope to see you again sometime - perhaps booking a Glamping Tent.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Marilyn O wrote a review Mar 2024
Foxton, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Many happy visits at this property. nothing is ever to much trouble and overall we enjoy our many visits to this very well kept and very well nurtured campground. We shall definately be returning and are already looking foward to it.
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: March 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Whanganui River, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 31 Mar 2024
Thank you Tony And Marilyn - always so lovely to see you both and your happy smiley faces. See you next time.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
T0urist64651594019 wrote a review Nov 2022
5.0 of 5 bubbles
A very comfortable stay although not heaps of space inside the cabin to spread out but there are separate communal rooms. Suitable EV charging. Good playground and pool.

We (2 adults, 2 children) stayed 2 nights in a self-contained cabin with bedroom, lounge/dining/kitchen space, ensuite. It was clean and tidy on arrival. Towels and bedding provided. Microwave and small oven/cooktop suitable for cooking basic meals but slow to heat up. Toaster, kettle and fridge also in the room. EV charging available via outdoor 3-pin plug on our deck with parking right next to it. Heated pool supposedly to 30 degrees but felt a bit cooler. 1.35m deep but also a smaller toddler pool knee deep. Well equipped games/arcade room but most of the games required gold coins to operate them. X-Box car racing game and Foosball for free. Will definitely come back and stay here again.
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: November 2022
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Jeannie Kay, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 16 Dec 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to post your very informative review - I'm sure future guests will find this helpful. We are very glad to see you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you back again soon. Thanks.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
chaneimanu07 wrote a review Jan 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The park is absolutely beautiful right along the lake. We were on a non powered camping site (we got put in the overflow area which is still close to everything) this park has everything you need so you don’t have to stress about leaving anything at home by accident. It has communal fridges and freezers you can use which i think is so cool! All round an amazing place you dont want to miss it!
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: January 2023
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Whanganui River, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 6 Jan 2023
Thanks for your review. Our team work so hard to keep the park in top condition and clean at all times, so we will be sure to pass on your kind comments. We are so pleased you enjoyed your camping experience here. Hope to see you again.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
pcm55 wrote a review Aug 2023
Nelson-Tasman Region, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We were in one of two ensuite fairly new units right close to the river. While it was small, it was fine for us and we enjoyed the ambience - being able to sit out in the sun next to the river having evening drinks was lovely.
The check- in was easy and done really nicely by a very nice receptionist.
The unit was really clean and tidy with everything we needed. Because it was small we left our bags in the car and just took in what we needed in supermarket bags.
The unit also had a small sink with microwave and kitchen bits and pieces and a little table and 2 chairs inside as well as outside.
It was a lovely place to stay and we’d happily return here.
Read more
Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: In these 2 units just bring inside the basics of what you need as there is not a heap of room,...
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Whanganui River, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 28 Aug 2023
Hi there, thank you for your kind review. We are so glad to hear that you got to enjoy the wonderful ambience that our Ensuite units can offer. Watching the river gently flow by on an idyllic evening is so lovely. We will pass on your comments to our hard-working team, and we hope to see you again soon.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
johntrouchet wrote a review Mar 2024
Wellington, New Zealand
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Helpful staff and full facilities provided. Would recommend to prospective travellers whom I meet whilst touring. If I return to New Zealand I will continue to support Top 10 parks. For lengthy stays I would highly recommend becoming a member as it saves you currently 10% on stays at any Top 10 parks throughout the country
Read more
Review collected in partnership with this hotel
Date of stay: March 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Response from Whanganui River, Owner at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Responded 18 Mar 2024
Thank you John. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and found the TOP 10 Membership to be of such good value. Not only can you save on your stays at the TOP 10 Holiday Parks, but you can also save on the Interislander Ferry and 100s of tourist activities around the country. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your travels. Thanks again.
Read more
Report response as inappropriate
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
…
KezzaPea asked a question Apr 2021
55 contributions6 helpful votes
Is the heated pool warm enough to swim in year round?
Answer from jeannem131
2 contributions
The pool is heated to 30degrees from the end of September to Easter generally. Sometimes this is extended to the end of the Term 1 School Holidays in April. It's not open or heated in the winter.
Bayraider50 asked a question Apr 2015
Taihape, New Zealand
Can we bring a poptop camper to the park?
Answer from Whanganui R
Whanganui, New Zealand
Thanks for the question, yes of course you can! We have both powered and unpowered sites on the grass or on hard standings depending on the weather. We still have our outdoor pool open and heated to 30 Deg until the end of April. Please give us a call on our Free Phone number 0800 272 664 or visit our web site wrivertop10 for loads more information and photos of the park. Hope to see you soon.
Anonymous wrote a tip Jun 2024
Wellington, New Zealand8 contributions2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Some powered sites are small and you may end up far too close to neighbours"
Read full review
Sarah wrote a tip Nov 2023
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Be sure to book in advance as it fills up quickly."
Read full review
Pete wrote a tip Sept 2023
Paraparaumu, New Zealand124 contributions2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Just Go!!"
Read full review
Eunice wrote a tip Sept 2023
Auckland Central, New Zealand2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"We stayed in July and I was looking forward to the heated pool. Pool is not heated in July and you need to request to use it."
Read full review
pcm55 wrote a tip Aug 2023
Nelson-Tasman Region, New Zealand70 contributions10 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"In these 2 units just bring inside the basics of what you need as there is not a heap of room, but the units are well worth staying in."
Read full review
…
Not the right property for you?
There are more places to choose from in the Whanganui area.
PRICE RANGE
£69 - £81 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandManawatu-Wanganui RegionWhanganui
NUMBER OF ROOMS
33
Prices are provided by our partners for one room, with variable occupancy rules as provided by the property, and reflect nightly room rates, including all taxes and fees known to our partners. Please see our partners for more details.
Is This Your Tripadvisor Listing?

Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.

Claim Your Listing

WHANGANUI RIVER TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Updated 2025 Reviews, Photos & Prices

Frequently Asked Questions about Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Which popular attractions are close to Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Nearby attractions include Quartz Museum of Studio Ceramics (3.1 miles), Virginia Lake (3.7 miles), and Durie Hill Elevator (3.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, a spa, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Conveniently located restaurants include Japanese Kitchen WA, Yellow House Cafe, and Rutland Arms.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Durie Hill Memorial Tower (3.3 miles) and William Birch Pools (3.7 miles).
Does Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the river view available here.
All Whanganui HotelsWhanganui Hotel DealsLast Minute Hotels in WhanganuiHotels near Whanganui River Top 10 Holiday Park
Things to DoRestaurantsFlightsHoliday RentalsTravel StoriesCruisesCar Hire