Along with a coffee shop/cafe, this smoke-free campsite has a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area are on-site. Accommodations offer free WiFi and showers.
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain offers 10 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain, you're just a quick walk from Sir Don Rowlands Centre at Mighty River Domain. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a coffee shop/cafe. This budget campsite has 10 accommodations. Each accommodation includes amenities such as free WiFi.
All accommodations offer showers
Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Free self-parking
Enjoy a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe
Amenities include meeting rooms, laundry facilities and a shared microwave
On-site recreation includes a playground
Just a 3-minute walk from Lake Karapiro and 5 minutes on foot from Waikato River
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.
This Maungatautari campsite is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Family friendly
Playground
Food and drink
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Dining
A coffee shop/cafe
Bathroom
Shower
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Picnic area
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Meeting rooms
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
No housekeeping service
Location highlights
On a lake
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
10 units
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Bed sheets fee: NZD 15.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
Laundry fee: NZD 4.00 per day
Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
Property is also known as
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain Campsite Cambridge
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain Campsite
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain Cambridge
Karapiro Mighty River Domain
Karapiro Mighty River Domain
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain Campsite
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain Maungatautari
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain Campsite Maungatautari
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 81 reviews
10 - Excellent
39
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 81 reviews
8 - Good
32
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 81 reviews
6 - Okay
9
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 81 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
8.6/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jihee
25 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Amenities
Such a fantastic place to stay!
Jihee
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hope
6 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a fantastic time great little location. We went on our two day bike ride safe for the kids beautiful views.
lee
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Emma
13 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great stay - staff were very helpful and friendly and great location.
Emma
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Cally
4 Nov 2025
Everything was clean and private.
Cally
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laraine
25 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing facilities, area, staff, pricing, time frames, just everything. I would/will definitely stay again and recommend this place to others !!!
Thank you so much!!!!
Laraine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
JIAYE
27 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The campsite is great! The staff are very nice and friendly. The environment is comfortable, and the bathrooms are very clean. The kitchen is well-equipped with hot water, an oven, a microwave, and a fridge — everything you need!
JIAYE
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vaimoana
27 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely property, friendly and accommodating staff. We stayed at the Rob Waddell Lodge which is a great place for large families such as ours. Amazing views of the lake and very well equipped with everything. Will definitely return and recommend this place to others.
Vaimoana
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy
25 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is absolutely beautiful, we wished we had stayed longer
Amy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Cally
5 Nov 2025
Room smelt clean on entry, liked the code lock door. Staff helpful. Would recommend to friends,
Cally
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
RAJAN
2 Jan 2026
Liked: Amenities, communication
good
RAJAN
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Helen
27 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, great price & warm accommodation. Glass entrance door seemed to be missing a blind or curtain.
Helen
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Jim
26 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Its nice area for the family.
Jim
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gillian
21 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great Venue fantastic scenery
Gillian
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great stay great place. Nice and clean
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deb
18 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome location for rowing regatta
Great facilities
Deb
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brayden
2 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
How nice the location was
Brayden
Verified
8/10 Good
dakshan
9 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I liked the local vibe and accommodating staff
dakshan
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Justin
6 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful surroundings
Justin
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Hoana
15 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I really loved our spot. I loved being on the venue.
Hoana
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frank
10 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful view over the lake from my camping spot
Frank
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracey
16 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
On arrival the batteries on the keylocker was low. Phoned liz, and it was sorted immediately. Thanks we had a lovely stay.