Discover Australia’s holiday park gems

Here’s a hot holiday tip: Some of the best holiday parks in Australia are situated in locations that offer million-dollar views at an affordable price. With prime beachfront, pristine lakeside views and national parks brimming with wildlife at your doorstep, NRMA holiday parks offer unique family holiday experiences in iconic locations across SA, QLD, SA, NSW and VIC.

They also offer a family break that won’t break the budget, with affordable options to camp, stay in upmarket cabins or park your motorhome or caravan. Many holiday parks offer resort-style facilities including large pools and leisure activities for adults and kids of all ages. 

Excitingly, the NRMA holiday park locations are growing, with new sites in more states for families around Australia to enjoy. With summer just around the corner, we explore six of the best holiday park getaways around Australia to help you get inspired.

1. NRMA Merimbula Beach Resort & Holiday Park, South Coast, NSW

Positioned on the beautiful NSW South Coast shoreline with spectacular ocean views, NRMA Merimbula Beach Resort & Holiday Park is a hard to beat beach holiday destination.

With sweeping stretches of sand, national parks, Merimbula Marina and Magic Mountain Family Fun Park, the area really offers something for everyone.

During whale season, it’s the perfect place for witnessing the humpback whales during their migration, with cruise boats operating daily to ensure you get a close view of these magnificent creatures.

Even when the whales cruise back to Antarctica, the dolphins are around all year, and they love surfing in the wake of the cruise boats.

2. NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park, Fleurieu Peninsula, SA

Discover the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula at NRMA Victor Harbor Holiday Park. On the beachfront just an hour from Adelaide, you’ll find a friendly atmosphere a world away from busy city life. 

There’s plenty to keep the kids entertained, including a waterpark, pump track, jumping pillow, heated pool and more. 

Enjoy the great outdoors exploring Granite Island and other local attractions. When the sun goes down, return to your villa, or kick back in your caravan site or camp site. And great news for animal lovers, pet-friendly accommodation is available all year-round.

3. NRMA Treasure Island Holiday Park, Gold Coast, QLD

Whether you’re after a family break, some retail therapy or an adventure holiday, NRMA Treasure Island Holiday Park offers the chance for all three.

North of Surfers Paradise, the beaches of the Gold Coast and all major theme parks, including Dreamworld, Movie World, Sea World and Wet’n’Wild are just a 15 minute drive away.

Plus it’s a short walk to outlet shopping at Harbourtown from the park.

4. NRMA St Helens Waterfront Holiday Park, Northeast Tasmania

The smallest state in Australia certainly has much to offer. 

Located near the Bay of Fires, NRMA St Helens Waterfront Holiday Park is a brand new park overlooking the stunning Georges Bay on the north-east coast of Tasmania. 

Experience the best of nature and enjoy fishing, hiking, diving and mountain biking. Stay in a modern designed cabin or studio, or enjoy the great outdoors on a spacious caravan site or camp site (pet friendly site options available). 

Cook up a feast in the holiday park’s large camp kitchen, enjoy spacious and clean amenities, kids’ facilities, and a popular onsite restaurant with stunning views of the bay. 

St Helen’s Waterfront is conveniently located near town, with local wineries, pristine beaches and bays, historic attractions, world-class mountain bike trails and the incredible Bay of Fires only a short distance away.

5. Palm Cove Holiday Park, Tropical North, QLD

Set only meters from the beach, NRMA Palm Cove Holiday Park is a top spot for a relaxing Tropical North Queensland holiday.

Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, explore the Daintree Rainforest, or bask by the sea in the quiet, village style environment of Palm Cove where centuries old Melaleuca trees line the esplanade.

6. Port Campbell Holiday Park, Great Ocean Road, VIC

Located along the famous Great Ocean Road, NRMA Port Campbell Holiday Park is a two and a half hour drive from Melbourne, or eight hours from Adelaide.

Take advantage of the vibrant seaside village with its eateries and shops,

You can also fish from the banks of Campbells Creek, stroll to the beach, and explore the Great Ocean Road’s iconic attractions including Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorg, London Bridge and The Grotto.