To Lorraine and all the staff at Papamoa camp we had the best time at your camp you guys are so helpful an freindly.Our grankids had a ball with everything you had their to entertain them, thanks again we will b bak.The Snowdens

Our only regret was we didn't stay longer. The beachfront villas, although a little expensive, are worth it for the pure beachfront experience.

The child entertainment was great too, with the giant jumping sack. There were a lot of kids as it was the week before new year, however the kids tend to stick in one area and the adults can have peace and quiet.

Most kids seemed to have scooters or bikes with them too which they could ride on the resorts internal road without causing too much disruption.

Would definitely like to stay here again.

We stayed here in April 2011 and I ahve to say it was truely the least stressful holiday we have had with 3 kids, 7,3 & 18months. As well as me being pregnant. The most relaxing holiday as the resort has the BEST facilities. We stayed in a 2 bedroom garden villa and it was perfect to accomodate our family. We have done a lot of travelling within NZ and overseas with our kids and by far this would be one of the best places we have stayed. Weather was not great when we were there but that did not deter the kids from having oodles of fun on the bounciy pillow and playing on the playground. They even braved a dip in the sea - CRAZY! Hired a bike and biked around grounds for an hour which everyone enjoyed, even in the rain. We found the staff wonderful and this was a truely memorable trip for our family..

Stayed here for three nights November 2011. Second visit, as we enjoyed our first experience in 2009. We chose a beachfront unit (16) and despite a howling gale for day one, enjoyed the comforts of these well laid out, and practically planned units.
The unit was clean, and in excellent condition. Staff were excellent, friendly, and had to cope with a computer "crash" just as we arrived. Created chaos with checking in, and upset the "tag" system for the security traffic barriers. All sorted with most helpful attitude.
Camp is close to very good small suburban shopping for consumables, wine, groceries, and also eating out if needed. Best takeaways from the chinese smorgasbord shop.
One thing that we did notice, was that the Surf club had a function that went on to midnight, and the music (bass) was very noticeable. Friends of ours stayed at unit 6 - close to that venue and did not get to sleep until it ceased.
Overall we were very happy with our stay. This is a very good motor camp that caters for most travellers I feel. You will pay top dollar for what is otherwise a standard unit in any other location, but because of the location, when the sun comes out it is a beautiful scene, and great beach.
We look forward to staying again, and would view it as a special holiday. We would choose a cheaper unit, or even another location if we were only passing thru Tauranga.