We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We visited during the July school holidays, mainly to be closer to Whakapapa Ski Area. It's about an hour's drive away, and it's a nice one—mostly flat and straight, so the drive goes by quickly. It was incredibly peaceful and quiet, as winter isn't peak season for Lake Taupō. If you or your family are into skiing or snowboarding, this is a great place to stay during winter. There's not much to do in Motutere itself, so you'll need to drive about 20–30 minutes into Taupō if you want shops, restaurants, or other activities. We knew this before we came, so we brought everything we needed. The holiday park shop also has the essentials if you happen to forget something. The holiday park itself is immaculate and huge, with plenty of space to walk around and explore. I also think it has one of the best recreation rooms I've seen at a holiday park, with pool tables, table tennis, and lots of space for the kids to enjoy. They also have a great DVD library available to hire, which was a lovely touch. It was nice introducing our kids to some of the older, family-friendly movies. The owners and managers are lovely too and made us feel very welcome. As I'm not a skier or snowboarder, I was looking for something active to do, and I found the nearby Waipehi Walk. I originally wanted to leave a separate Google review for it, but it isn't listed, so I'll mention it here. I initially drove about 2 km from the holiday park and parked opposite the track entrance before crossing SH1 to start the walk. The sign says it's a 3 km return walk and takes about an hour, but it only took me around 35 minutes at a brisk pace. The track is fairly well maintained, although a few sections were narrow and a little slippery because of the winter conditions. It's an easy walk with some lovely views along the way. When I reached the end, I realised you can actually access the track directly from the holiday park via an entrance near the northern end of the campground. I hadn't noticed it beforehand, otherwise I wouldn't have driven! Overall, we had a fantastic stay and would definitely come back. If you're visiting in winter for the snow, or you're simply after a peaceful lakeside getaway, I highly recommend staying here. And if, like me, you're not skiing, the Waipehi Walk is a great way to get outside and enjoy the scenery. I've attached a few photos from the walk for anyone interested

We had a powered lakefront site and it was absolutely stunning! Great facilities, clean and tidy. The views in the morning were stunning. The only downside is the very busy road with constant traffic. That being said, still highly recommend.

This is one of the best maintained and presented Holiday Parks ever stayed in... Its a beautiful spot on Lake Taupo, the accomodation was tastefully presented and spotlessly clean. Im sorry we are not staying longer. This cabin doesnt have an ensuite but the very clean toilets are a few short metres away across the driveway. It was much quieter than anticipated too.

Awesome lakeside site. Just a tent for us but facilities, shared kitchen & bathrooms clean & tidy. Apart from being on state highway 1 with truck noise (probably due to tent) it was beautiful🧘‍♀️🌿

Family enjoyed it first time camping in tents weather was fine right through and the children went kayaking everyday we couldn't keep them away from the water our camp was set up close to the water kitchen laundry and toilets/showers as for shops if you needed groceries was just a short drive down the road.

This was a perfect stop for our whanau after of driving. We were greated by a lovely lady at reception, we stayed in a deluxe cabin, and the beds were very comfortable, the room was a decent size, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The kids loved the playground and rec room, there's plenty to do. The kitchen and laundry facilities were spacious and clean. The shower facilities were excellent too. We'll definitely be back for a longer stay

Sehr schöner Stellplatz am Seeufer mit einen fantastischen Blick auf den See. Toiletten und Küche sehr sauber. Direkt am Highway 1 daher muss man mit Verkehrslärm rechnen. Man bekommt aber an der Rezeption Ohrstöpsel

Wonderful holiday park. Jen was very easy to communicate with and very accommodating. Instructions were emailed to me and our map was left for us in the mailbox since we ended up arriving after reception hours. Very easy and pleasant experience!

We had an incredible stay at this campsite. We chose a lakeside spot, and the view at sunset was amazing. The campsite is fully equipped, including the kitchen and bathroom facilities. The staff were very kind and helpful — we had an issue with our car, and they did their best to assist us. I definitely recommend this place.

Had a very enjoyable stay, the staff were super friendly and helpful and the amenities were excellent. It was awesome to camp right beside the lake with the waves gently lapping the shore in the evening. The swimming was excellent and the scenery was stunning.

We stayed 3 days on a powered direct lake front site. Absolutely breathtaking views over and along this crystal clear lake. The site was big enough to park side onto the lake. The park is split into 2 sections. One being on the otherwise of road and away from direct views of the lake. The other on the opposite side of the road and facing onto the lake. The toilets and all amenities modern, clean and functional. Showers are free and timed for 6 minutes. The site is massive so take care where you want to stay and study their site map carefully. The only downside is Highway 1 runs through Holiday Park with a serious amount a heavy transport double carriage trucks coming through, mainly during daylight hours.

Pokoj ladný i zadbany. Miło można było spędzić czas nad brzegiem jeziora Taupo. Spacerując w nocy widać gwiazdy i drogę mleczną, ale trzeba bardzo uważać na ruchliwa drogę. Problemem jest duża odległość do pryszniców i ogólnodostępnej kuchni ok. 300 m oraz słabo oświetlona droga.

Beautiful location, even with the road felt safe for children and animals, easy boat launching, wonderful staff!!! Had a few rain showers despite that still a lovely place to stay will definitely return (bring a hammer and good pegs for tents as there's rocks in the ground)

Si i n'y avait pas la route très passagère et sans passage piéton tout est parfait. L'accueil, les sanitaires, un espace cuisine et vaisselle sur-équipé, un espace télé billard et babyfoot ainsi que des espaces jeux pour les enfants, barbecue....

Absolutely stunning! We stay in the same spot every year, on the lake front. This is my favorite camp ground ☀️ Highly Recommend

Clean, friendly and accommodating. Didn't book just showed up because I got tired of traveling. So grateful for a powered site. Even got a site right on the lake front. Highly recommend very family friendly too

Nice and clean campground. The bathrooms, showers, kitchen, and activity building were all great. We were on the hillside and had a nice view of the lake. The lakeside camping would be loud with Highway 1 right next to it. Staff was very pleasant. Large kitchen area on the hillside and good laundry facilities.

Been wanting to camp here for years, and finally made it. Camped at the waterfront side. Weather was great throughout and honestly the water is epic for swimming. It is a bit noisy being right by the main road, and cell reception wasn't great during the busy time, (it was packed until the midday of second day) it did get better thereon. Wouldn't want to be there in windy days as it does get very dusty, but again I think it was because we were next to the road side and driveways. Other than that it was remarkable to see everyone bringing their boats and jet skis. We snorkelled there and visibility is great being a lake. Will definitely want to be careful driving in and out!

We have been coming here for years when I was a kid and it has hardly changed. Better facilities now, the lake is stunning and jumping off Bulli point is a must. Lovely staff. The road noise is the only downside but small price to pay, by the 3rd night I was sleeping through.

This is a 2nd visit for myself and my daughters whānau. We love camping. The only downside to this was the distance to the toilets although manageable it was a hike during the night. Especially with the camp not overly busy. But otherwise the facilities were excellent and always clean and tidy. I definitely prefer the main camp site to the lake side. Less road noise. Will definitely return one day and hopefully be a little closer to the toilets or at least ask to be placed closer.

Awesome camp site but be aware if you’re sited near the road, the truck drivers love to lay on their horns at 3 in the morning to wake the campers. Ear plugs are a must unfortunately 🙂

Very nice place and super staff at front office . A big huge thankyou for explaining the membership and joining me up as a member and for giving me a map of all the Top10 campgrounds in NZ as i had no plans and was winging my holiday day by day , great ferry discount too for members . Your map was fantastic as i chose routes to Top10 campgrounds . I will be back soon ,Thankyou

Stayed one night recently at Motutere Bay TOP 10 Holiday Park (non-powered site). Friendly and helpful staff at reception. We had a lakeside site, which was great. The park is well maintained with a nice setting, and the facilities were clean and tidy. Overall, a very pleasant stay.

We didn't stay here but they helped us change our tire when we had the wrong socket size. Really appreciated the help. Thank you so much!

Great few days stop with top10 gang! Good location for lake swimming and access was easy. Shower facilities are new on lake side, need updating on other side. But perfectly functional. Value for money Cabins 4 and 5 a little noisy as facing state highway 1. Facilities on lake side look new, main side a little dated.. Kitchen was a good size. Staff super friendly and helpful. Little shop in the reception was great Thanks for a lovely stop.