Family holidays can be wonderful and exhausting in equal measure. That's why this summer we're turning up the downtime: the slow mornings, warm soaks and lazy afternoons that help everyone actually recharge.
Here are the most relaxing Tasman Holiday Parks, with spas, hot tubs, saunas and cafés close by. Australia first, then New Zealand.
Relaxing Holiday Parks in Australia
Racecourse Beach NSW: The New Spa Precinct
At BIG4 Racecourse Beach Holiday Park at Bawley Point, the new spa precinct has four private round plunge spas, each 3.5 metres across, set into timber decking under tall gums, with an outdoor shower and towel station. It's made for slow mornings and sunset soaks.
Kioloa Beach NSW: Coffee and a Dog-Friendly Beach
Tasman Holiday Parks – Kioloa Beach has direct access to a pet-friendly beach and a now-heated resort pool, and Saltwood Café is just a one-minute walk away. Pets are welcome on all camping sites and in all cabins.
Tathra Beach NSW: Beachside Calm
Directly opposite the beach, Tasman Holiday Parks – BIG4 Tathra Beach has a heated pool for after-swim warm-ups. The Wharf to Wharf Coastal Walk is about five minutes' drive away for a gentle morning stroll. No pets from 26 December to 16 January.
Ballina NSW: A Jacuzzi and a Sunset Lookout
BIG4 Ballina Holiday Park at Skennars Head has a pool and jacuzzi, plus six new premium cabins, including three-bedroom poolside cabins. Watch the sunset from Pat Morton Lookout at Lennox Head, about five minutes away. Not pet friendly.
Retreat on Delany, Bright VIC: Hot Tubs in Town
Tasman Holiday Parks – Retreat on Delany is in central Bright, a short walk from cafés and the Ovens River, with a resort pool, hot tubs, luxury villas and lodges. A peaceful, pet-free High Country stay.
BIG4 Bright VIC: Alpine Air and a New Spa Precinct
By the Ovens River, BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks – Bright has a Skydeck Lounge and the Snowgum Kiosk Cafe. A new spa precinct with a heated pool, two private hot tubs and two traditional saunas is expected to welcome guests from late 2026.
Torquay Palms, Hervey Bay QLD: The Slow Morning Coffee Run
Tucked just behind Hervey Bay's esplanade, Tasman Holiday Parks – Torquay Palms has a resort pool and BBQs. Start each day with a coffee from Bayaroma Café, two minutes' drive away, then wander the 17-kilometre Esplanade trail. Pets are welcome; check which cabins allow them.
Yallingup Beach WA: Steps from the Surf
Tasman Holiday Parks – Yallingup Beach has grassy sites under banksias and cabins steps from the surf, including The Oasis premium two-bedroom cabins and Studio Cabins designed for two. Small pets are welcome year-round.
Relaxing Holiday Parks in New Zealand
Beachaven, Waihi Beach: Bali-Inspired Hot Tubs and Sauna
Beachaven Holiday Park is steps from Waihi Beach's nine kilometres of sand, with a Bali-inspired spa area of wooden barrel hot tubs and a large sauna. Spend the morning on the beach, the afternoon in the shade and the evening in a hot tub. Dog-friendly sites are available year-round.
Raglan Sunset Motel by Tasman: A Quiet Grown-Up Escape
Raglan Sunset Motel by Tasman has studios and suites, a courtyard, BBQs and a guest spa pool (open 7am–9pm). Walk the harbour footbridge, then come back for a soak. It suits couples and small groups. No pets.
Wānaka: Private Hot Tubs and a Traditional Sauna
About five minutes from the famous Lake Wānaka, Tasman Holiday Parks – Wānaka has a heated spa, private hot tubs and a traditional sauna. On a rainy evening, catch a film at Cinema Paradiso in town. Nine new villas are on the way, expected in early 2027.
How to Build In Real Downtime
Leave the mornings unscheduled. Coffee on the deck, kids in pyjamas.
Keep the hottest part of the afternoon for a picnic rug and a book.
Pack quiet-time favourites for the kids: new books, a colouring kit, a nature journal.
Finish the day with a late soak once the kids are in bed.
Win 1 of 5 Tasman Holiday Escapes
Pool days, sandy toes or adventures together? Tell us your ultimate Summer Turned Up holiday in 40 words or less on our official competition post on Facebook or Instagram, then like and share it, for your chance to win three nights for four at any Tasman Holiday Park in Australia or New Zealand, with return flights and car hire included.* Entries close 28 February 2027.
*AU/NZ residents 18+. Full T&Cs here.
Plan a holiday where everyone gets to switch off. Book direct at a relaxing Tasman Holiday Park in Australia or New Zealand. T&Cs apply.
