Thornton Beach Holiday Park is just five minutes away from country cafes and shopping but a bit off the beaten path. There are four choices for accommodation, including the Park Motel, Tourist Flats, Standard Cabins, and Camp Sites. There are also longer-term options for those who plan to be in the area for a while. There are 78 camping and caravan sites, some of which are pet-friendly and which offer power and water. There are two standard cabins, each sleeping four people with a table and chairs, private deck, TV, and access to the communal facilities for cooking, showers, and toilets. These do not include towels, bedding, cutlery, or cooking utensils. There are five tourist flats for up to four people. Each feature two bedrooms and a kitchen/dining/lounge area. The kitchen is fully equipped, including crockery, a pantry, a cooktop, and more. You also get an ensuite bathroom, a deck with outdoor furniture, a TV, and pillows. You can bring your own bedding and towels or rent some. The park motel units are the best equipped, with two units sleeping five each. These are two bedrooms with a spacious bathroom and full kitchen facilities. On-site activities and facilities include a public toilet by the river, laundry, kitchens, patrolled beaches, a playground, a boat ramp, a jumping pillow, and more. Communal areas include a great BBQ area.
163 Thornton Beach Road, Whakatane, New Zealand, Phone: +64-0-73-04-82-96