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Supply own bedding. Queen-size and single beds available. Larger cabins equipped with fridges. Bedding available for hire. All cabins are carpeted, draped and all accessible. All cabins are located in the same blocks as the amenities.
We have sites to suit all sizes on wheels and tent space to suit as well.
We have sites to suit all sizes on wheels and tent space to suit as well.
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At Balclutha Motor Camp we offer friendly southern hospitality.
Balclutha is the centre of South Otago, has a full range of services and is the gateway to the Catlins Coast and Southern Scenic Route.
We offer affordable, comfortable accommodation with a choice of Cabin, Motorhome Site, Caravan Site and Tent Site. Our sites cater for all shapes and sizes.
There is safe off-street parking and it is a short stroll down to the town centre, supermarket, hospital and swimming pool. We are within 5-minutes drive of the golf course, bowling club, arts centre and gym.
We cater for domestic and overseas travellers, fishermen, holiday groups, family groups and school groups.
Special features:
- Families welcome
- Sunny sites
- Next to the Balclutha River
- Inspection welcome
-Experienced, friendly hosts
- Central location to amenities, shops, restaurants etc
- Off-street parking
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Balclutha Motor CampCommercial organisation |
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Location |
South Island ▷ Southland ▷ Balclutha |
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Overnight Camping Site Cost |
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Overnight Camping Site CostWhat is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Premium Camping Top quality facilities, powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people. |
Overnight Stay Rules |
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Overnight Stay RulesWhat are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle. |
Payment Requirement |
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Payment RequirementIs there a cost for this experience or is it free? Paid access/participation The experience costs money to access or take part in. |
Dump Station |
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Dump StationDump stations allow the safe disposal of sewage and greywater from self-contained vehicles. Does this site have a dump station? Dump station available There is a dump station available at this location for the safe emptying and disposal of waste water from recreational vehicles. Guests Free, Casual $5 |
Booking Required |
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Booking RequiredIs it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight? Booking is Required Staying overnight requires booking a site in advance. |
Powered Sites |
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Powered SitesDoes this establishment have powered sites? Powered sites available This campsite offers powered sites to hook into an electricity supply. 24 |
Large Vehicle Access |
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Large Vehicle AccessCan large vehicles such as motorhomes, housebuses and caravans gain access? Large vehicle accessible The site is accessible with large vehicles such as motorhomes and 5th wheelers. |
Cabins |
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CabinsDoes this holiday park have a cabin (no kitchen or en suite)? Cabins available This location offers cabins for rental accommodation. 6 Cabins, Bedding (Top Sheet & Duvet) available for hire, $5 per Bed |
Cabin with Kitchen |
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Cabin with KitchenDoes this holiday park have cabins with a kitchen? No cabins with kitchen This location does not offer any cabins with a kitchen for rental accommodation. |
Self Contained Units |
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Self Contained UnitsDoes this holiday park have self contained units? No self-contained units This location offers no self-contained units for rental accommodation. |
Park Motels |
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Park MotelsDoes this holiday park have park motels? No park motels This location does not offer park motels for rental accommodation. |
On Site Caravans |
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On Site CaravansDoes this holiday park offer on-site caravans as accommodation? On-site caravans available This location offers on-site caravans for rental accommodation. Not available for short term rent |
Non-powered Sites |
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Non-powered SitesDoes this holiday park offer non-powered sites? Non-powered sites available This site offers non-powered camp sites. 40 |
Dogs |
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DogsDoes this establishment allow dogs? Dogs allowed The location allows dogs. There may be conditions that may be met eg. dogs must be on a leash. By arrangement |
Conference Facilities |
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Conference FacilitiesDoes this establishment offer conference facilities? No conference facilities This establishment does not offer conference facilities. |
Vehicle Access |
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Vehicle AccessCan vehicles drive in? Vehicle accessible This location is accessible in a vehicle. |
WiFi Internet |
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WiFi InternetWhat type of WiFi internet access is available? Paid WiFi There is WiFi internet access available but it costs money to use. WIFI supplied by I.A.C. Kiosk Coin operated Computer on site. |
Campfire Rules |
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Campfire RulesWhat are the rules for open air fires? Fires prohibited There is a total fire ban -no fires are permitted. |
Local Ownership |
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Local OwnershipHow locally owned and operated is this business? Locally owned and operated A small company with one (or maybe a few) places of business. |
Toilet |
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ToiletIs there a toilet available? Customer toilet There are toilet facilities available to the paying customers only. |
✓ Incredible host - Denis
✓ Clean facilities
✓ Awesome showers
✓ Homely kitchen
✓ Good location
𐄂 Facilities a bit older
𐄂 Some long-term residents
Nice and quiet place to stay.
Really great place to stay!
A very friendly place!
Extremely cosy, friendly and wellcome!
Great host!
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5.0/5
Denis is the owner, probably one of the best people you’ll have the experience meeting in nz!
$36 for an unpowered site, $39.50 for powered. we arrived after business hours and he said no worries, came down to the camp and got us a site. 10:30 check out but he is not strict if you leave later.
Great showers, kitchen etc. few long term stayers, but friendly people. Denis is great with recommendations of what to do while in the South Island.
10/10!
Reviewed 3 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
Awesome stop over the toilets kitchen laundry room campsites were all in tip top shape and the owners were friendly and informative
Reviewed 9 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
Really great place to stay!
Dennis was a fun, knowledgeable, and great host. Clean grounds, nice WiFi, and great walks and food nearby. Highly recommend
Reviewed 9 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
This is the best place we stayed so far.
10/10 for the hospitality - The host is absolutely wonderful and gives great advice on timing and locations for spotting penguins.
10/10 for the showers!! Strong, powerful and warm!!
Reviewed 12 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
Great host!
Nice place to stay. Affordable prices, we paid $36 for 2 people non-powered site.
Amenities are in good condition, 1GB internet free, and check out is 10:30am!
Reviewed 12 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
Lovely place to stay when driving to/from Dunedin.
The kitchen is very homely, there is a good laundromat, great wifi, all facilities are very clean and the hosts are the kindest of people.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
5.0/5
Very friendly host who is very passionate and lovely about his job.
Nice clean kitchen, facilities and a great hot shower. Totally recommend!
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
5.0/5
Awesome campground and super lovely owner.
We had a few problems with our vehicle and he was very helpful and managed to get us back on the road again. Very clean and tidy place.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
4.0/5
Friendly owner, unlimited hot showers, perfectly equipped + cozy kitchen!!!
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
4.5/5
A very friendly place!
Small and calm, cosy kitchen, good facilities.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Denis is the owner, probably one of the best people you’ll have the experience meeting in nz!
$36 for an unpowered site, $39.50 for powered. we arrived after business hours and he said no worries, came down to the camp and got us a site. 10:30 check out but he is not strict if you leave later.
Great showers, kitchen etc. few long term stayers, but friendly people. Denis is great with recommendations of what to do while in the South Island.
10/10!
Reviewed 3 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
Really great place to stay!
Dennis was a fun, knowledgeable, and great host. Clean grounds, nice WiFi, and great walks and food nearby. Highly recommend
Reviewed 9 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
Awesome stop over the toilets kitchen laundry room campsites were all in tip top shape and the owners were friendly and informative
Reviewed 9 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
Great host!
Nice place to stay. Affordable prices, we paid $36 for 2 people non-powered site.
Amenities are in good condition, 1GB internet free, and check out is 10:30am!
Reviewed 12 months ago
Customer
5.0/5
This is the best place we stayed so far.
10/10 for the hospitality - The host is absolutely wonderful and gives great advice on timing and locations for spotting penguins.
10/10 for the showers!! Strong, powerful and warm!!
Reviewed 12 months ago
Customer
4.0/5
Friendly owner, unlimited hot showers, perfectly equipped + cozy kitchen!!!
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
5.0/5
Very friendly host who is very passionate and lovely about his job.
Nice clean kitchen, facilities and a great hot shower. Totally recommend!
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
5.0/5
Lovely place to stay when driving to/from Dunedin.
The kitchen is very homely, there is a good laundromat, great wifi, all facilities are very clean and the hosts are the kindest of people.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
5.0/5
Awesome campground and super lovely owner.
We had a few problems with our vehicle and he was very helpful and managed to get us back on the road again. Very clean and tidy place.
Reviewed over 1 year ago
Customer
4.5/5
A very friendly place!
Small and calm, cosy kitchen, good facilities.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Lovely host and good feel of the place.
Excellent clean facilities.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
This campground has a kitchen like a real home would have.
The residents are friendly and the owner is interesting to talk too. The campground is well maintained and in excellent condition.
Reviewed almost 2 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Some the facilities may be a little older but they are immaculately maintained.
Denis is the friendliest most welcoming camp ground owner it has been my pleasure to meet. I would give him 12 out of 10. He went out of his way for us as it would appear he does for everyone. Quite and relaxed
Reviewed over 2 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Nice and quiet place to stay.
Staff wonderful and helpful. Close to town
Reviewed almost 3 years ago
Customer
3.5/5
Flat site $44 powered site for 2 adults.
Good hot showers. Ladies shower very powerful. Short walk to town. Owner was helpful and suggested our route for the next day.
Reviewed over 3 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Fantastic wee camp ground with VERY friendly staff.
Water pressure and temperature is superb! Bath for the kids was also VERY handy. Kitchen is stocked with everything. Definitely recommend.
Reviewed about 4 years ago
Customer
3.5/5
Lounge area is clean and warm - a plus in winter !
Quiet and orderly park, showers hot and free. Has a laundromat which is handy.
Reviewed about 4 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
This is one of the best places we have stayed on the South Island.
The sites are nothing special but the facilities are excellent. Nice clean showers a large incredibly well equipped kitchen and a very reasonably priced laundry which is open 24/7. The host who is the owner is very helpful and quite friendly. The city water supply is however not very tasty so I would not suggest filling your tank.
Reviewed over 4 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Extremely cosy, friendly and wellcome!
All facilities, extras as free barbecue and great citchen, some nice hints for the road and the sunset from the owner :-) Great spirit of the place and the people in it!
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Under new ownership.
Anete and Den have made this site special: it is spotlessly clean, the kitchen is fully equipped and the social area is comfortable. Hot showers and internet are free and internet has a strong signal throughout the site. But best of all is their warm welcome and local knowledge. Stay here if you can
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Campingplatz nicht zu riesig, größtenteils Dauercamper.
Alles sehr sauber, große Küchenausstattung vorhanden.
Reviewed almost 5 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Really nice welcoming !
The owner showed us around. Everything is clean and tidy. Recommended place!
Reviewed almost 6 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Best value for money.
Warm showers. Good advise. Friendly owner.
Reviewed over 6 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Very nice place just outside the town Very clean facilities Well equipped kitchen and laundry The owner s very nice and helpful the sites very clean and green definitely worth the stay Highly
recommended
Reviewed over 6 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
Lovely place to stay for the night.
$18 to pitch my tent, clean facilities and a beautiful, cosy kitchen and dining area. The owner is a friendly, welcoming guy.
Reviewed almost 7 years ago
Customer
3.5/5
Very friendly and clean, a really warm lounge/dining/kitchen area.
A few permanent residents but a great overnight pit stop👍
Reviewed almost 7 years ago
Customer
5.0/5
$36 for 2 on an unpowered site in winter 2017.
John the owner is so friendly, gave us up to date weather info and road info during the floods and let us stay way past check out time. Great warm, clean dining area and long hot shower!
Reviewed over 7 years ago
Customer
4.5/5
Fantastic little place, very friendly and informative host.
Good kitchen facilities and showers. Lovely aspect with the park and aviary just behind.
Reviewed over 7 years ago
Customer
4.0/5
$50, 2 adults & 2 children (7 & 3 year old) in a powered site.
We stayed in August. Very friendly place, very good and spotless facilities (kitchen, bathroom, showers, laundry room). Free hot showers but then you freeze.
Reviewed over 8 years ago
Customer