Customer Spotlight: Clarks Beach Holiday Park

21 April 2026 - Author: Jane Hill, freeonlinbooking UK team

Clarks Beach Holiday Park - A Quiet Harbourside Gem Worth Shouting About

Every so often, a customer shares something that gives our whole team a lift - and this week, Suzanne from Clarks Beach Holiday Park did exactly that.

She reached out with a lovely message about how their team is finding the freeonlinebooking system - and it reminded us just how special their property really is. Before we get to Suzanne's wonderful testimonial, let's take a moment to shine a light on this unique, family-friendly favourite on the shores of the Manukau Harbour.

About Clarks Beach Holiday Park - Peaceful, Spacious, and Full of Heart

Clarks Beach Holiday Park is a welcoming, family-friendly retreat tucked away on a quiet peninsula beside the Manukau Harbour. New Zealand-owned and operated, it offers a genuinely relaxed atmosphere with plenty of space for families, groups, and sports teams. From premium cabins to group lodges and roomy powered sites, the park has accommodation for every style of traveller - along with simple, much-loved amenities like mini-golf, pedal carts, the TV/games room, and peaceful harbour views.

A Perfect Base for Exploring Auckland's Hidden Coastline

Just 40-60 minutes from Auckland CBD and Airport, Clarks Beach is an easy escape that still feels wonderfully off the beaten path. Guests can enjoy local fishing and scallop gathering, visit attractions like Rainbow's End, Pukekohe Raceway, and Spookers, or explore markets, cafes, and golf courses all within a short drive. And right on the doorstep, visitors can wander the foreshore around the park, exploring the mudflats and mangroves and spotting the sea life that thrives along this peaceful stretch of coastline.

For many long-haul travellers, it's the ideal first or last stop before beginning - or ending - their New Zealand journey. Their website captures it beautifully too, with clear navigation, lovely photography, and plenty of inspiration for what to see and do.

Their Testimonial

Here's what Suzanne kindly shared with us:

I'm really enjoying the freeonlinebooking system - it's a much better fit for a holiday park. The ease of adding another cabin or site is great. I also really appreciate that there's always someone available to help when we make a mistake.
The other thing that's fantastic is how quickly requested changes are implemented, like the total number display for large bookings - that's been a real time saver.
- Suzanne Cooper, Clarks Beach Holiday Park (Auckland, New Zealand)

Her message genuinely made our day. We're incredibly grateful for the kind words - and proud to support Kiwi operators like Clarks Beach Holiday Park as they continue to welcome families, travellers, groups, and adventurers from across New Zealand and around the world.

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What our customers say about us

Tried and tested. We've tried several other platforms, but this is the best for our needs as a busy holiday park. Staff are always helpful and also listen to recommendations for new features. Recommend for anyone looking for a booking platform.

Hendre Coed Isaf Holiday Park, Bournemouth

A great tool to drive direct bookings, any problems dealt with quickly. Reasonably priced and easy to use system.

Kelston Guest House, Weymouth

Freeonlinebooking, the platform to choose. Always been amazing for us, and easy to use.

Four Rooms, Blackpool

Best user-friendly booking calendar for our guests - compact and concise. Driving direct bookings to the next level.

Beach Pacific Apartments

I was a novice, and still am, to this BnB hosting and freeonlinebooking were extremely helpful. Videos online for set up were great and easy to follow. Staff were quick to answer and help with my sometimes stupid questions. I have recommended them to lots of other BnB hosts. Thanks.

Broadwater Farm Accomodation

We have worked in a number of places from Holiday Parks, a BnB, a motel and a resort. We have used 3 other databases which were much more expensive. Nothing compares to the ease of use, great support and value for money as Freeonlinebooking. Highly Recommended.

Awatuna Sunset Lodge

I have been using freeonlinebooking for about 8 years and I find their systems to be accurate. I especially appreciate the prompt, friendly assistance that is delivered when I need it. I have already recommended them to other hosts and will continue to do so.

Kauri Apartment and Catlins Lake Sanctuary

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