Holiday Park Gate Automation & Access Control

The biggest challenge for many parks is managing guest access across multiple systems. Reception teams are already handling bookings, check-ins, payments, and customer service. Manually programming gates on top of that slows everything down and increases the chance of mistakes.

AERO NZ has developed specialised holiday park gate automation integrations using ANPR, LPR, PIN, and cloud-based access control technology. Our systems sync directly with supported PMS platforms including Seekom iBex, Newbook, RMS, and Freeonlinebooking. Guest Booking information automatically programs vehicle numberplate access or PIN credentials with check-in and check-out times already applied. Once a booking expires, re-entry is automatically restricted without staff intervention.

This creates a more frictionless guest arrival experience while helping reduce unauthorised access, overstays, and manual admin. Guests can drive straight through the gate during approved booking periods, while reception teams stay focused on customer service instead of gate management. AERO NZ also provides a secure cloud dashboard showing access history, snapshots from the camera system, and searchable entry and exit records for improved site visibility and security.

One of the strongest examples of this technology in action is Raglan Holiday Park. The site implemented AERO NZ’s integrated ANPR gate system to help control vehicle access during busy seasonal periods.

The result was a smoother guest experience, reduced unauthorised vehicle access, and less time spent by staff manually managing gate permissions. Returning guests could enter quickly using approved numberplate recognition, while expired bookings automatically lost access after check-out. This helped reduce congestion at reception and improved overall site control during peak holiday traffic.

The setup also gave management better visibility through cloud-based access reporting and activity history. For busy parks dealing with high vehicle volumes, this type of automated system creates a more efficient operation while strengthening perimeter security solutions.

Pro Tip: For the best performance, gates should be positioned so checked-in guests can drive straight through while new arrivals have a safe pull-over area near reception. Adding a speed bump near the entry point also improves camera accuracy for incoming vehicle reads.

AERO NZ supports access systems across a wide range of accommodation and controlled-entry environments including:

• Holiday parks and resorts

• Coastal and seasonal campgrounds

• Tourist parks and family parks

• Large caravan park sites

• Private accommodation facilities

• Council-operated camping grounds

• Staff-only vehicle yards and fleet compounds

• Shared parking and restricted access facilities

Each site has different traffic flow, entry, and restriction requirements, which is why AERO NZ designs systems around real operational use.

AERO NZ brings over 70 years of combined industry knowledge into automated vehicle access and security solutions. What makes us different is our purpose-built PMS integrations developed specifically for the holiday park industry in NZ. Instead of managing gate permissions manually, your booking system handles the process automatically through secure syncing and automated expiry rules.

Our team supports projects across Auckland, Christchurch, and nationwide with technical advice, system design support, and ongoing service backup. We also hold local stock and work closely with trusted suppliers, helping ensure systems remain serviceable long term.