Overall Ratings & Reviews Russell - Orongo Bay Holiday Park

Peace

Lovely people into the environment big time. The bed was comfortable but there were no blankets, sheets at extra cost, no bedside table, no lamp, and no hot water in the shower.

Really enjoyed our stay.

Uniqueness starts with being able to see Kiwi in their natural habitat! Each night they come out as well as an abundance of bird life, 55 types! Cabins have nice privacy and balconies. Big fridge in our 2 bedroom cabin, plenty of space and a comfy couch too! Pool has been just upgraded so brand new! Toy outdoor corner that kids loved! As it’s not the top ten holiday park type, it’s the quiet, nature and wildlife, beautiful mangrove and bush trails all walking distance! Main reception sell torches so you can watch kiwi come out and give good advice if you need help! Bring your badminton set, bring a ball, bring a bike or hover board and race around the big ground space!

Excellent

A nice, well kept holiday home with friendly operators. Very short drive from Russell so convenient if you have transport. Clean and nice.

So much potential but just not there yet. It’s a stunning location and could be an amazing park. But currently dilapidated, untidy and needs some tlc. We had a standard cabin for a night, no smoke alarm as front had come off, kitchen shared area was to be desired. Woken up by a couple of cockroaches on wall above bed despite not leaving food out so I slept in the car. Again the park has a perfect location and idea with eco sustainability and wildlife awareness but just a little more attention to accommodation and communal facilities is needed.

New owners had just taken over 5 days before we arrived so will love to see how they put their mark on the place. Good facilities but have been unloved for a while so new owners will spruce things up and it’ll be a gem….we will come back again and in summer to enjoy the pool. Our room was good, had a great couple of nights sleep.

Lovely quiet setting

Was an amazing little spot. A short drive to Russel town but removed enough for a peaceful country stay. Great facilities for a holiday park.

Outside area, cosy.Fire pit great. Main kitchen below average

We had a very pleasant stay at the holiday park. It's in a lovely location where you can walk around in the bush or by mangroves across the road. It was easy to drive into the main area in Russell and beaches nearby approx. 5-10 min by car. We made use of the kitchen facilities in the cabin also.

Staffs doing a great job, with the few staff they have. Welcoming environment, got upgraded at the last minute, no extra charge. Puppy loved her stay, big area great for walking.

Wonderful welcoming staff who managed to upgrade us at last minute. Nothing too much trouble. Facilities clean and tidy. Lovely stay.

Great manager Owner needs to invest some capital back into the property It is very run down Could be very good

Lovely setting, great to rest and sleep

Friendly helpful staff.

Most of Toilets and Sowers door locks were broken. Toilet paper run out. Kitchen towels were dirty. Otherwise OK condition.

I like that they have a kiwi reserve behind the property The beds were uncomfortable & kitchen missing equipment.

Friendly helpful staff.