Waikawa Bay

Picton

Popular places to visit

Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.

Picton Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(66 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
Picton Foreshore

Picton Foreshore

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Foreshore
Edwin Fox Museum

Edwin Fox Museum

4/5(1 review)

Explore the ship that has sailed through the major stages of the Commonwealth’s global history, from the East Indies to the West and finally all the way south to Picton.

Edwin Fox Museum
Picton War Memorial

Picton War Memorial

Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.

Picton War Memorial

Waikawa Marina

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Waikawa Marina. Discover the cafes in this walkable area, or seek out the sailing opportunities.

Waikawa Marina

Nelson Square

5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Picton with a visit to Nelson Square. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Nelson Square

Things to do

Delivery from mail boat postie skipper

Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise

￥12,972
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

￥16,678
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

￥15,566
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
Motuara Island Sanctuary: Wildlife & Dolphin Watching Tour

Motuara Island Sanctuary: Wildlife & Dolphin Watching Tour

￥15,566
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Motuara Island Sanctuary: Wildlife & Dolphin Watching Tour
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

￥16,678
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

￥10,192
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
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Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 out of 5
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ￥12,555 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
￥12,555
￥14,612 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews)
Very nice spot to stay.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

3 out of 5
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is ￥12,936 per night from May 1 to May 2
￥12,936
￥14,876 total
May 1 - May 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)
Superb position right on the waterfront in private North-facing section. Views of the bay and ridges on beach side. Lots of birds & birdsong. Immaculately clean, well-maintained and well-equipped.

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

Waikawa Marlborough
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Picton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Picton Ferry ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
Great amenities for our party of six. Close enough to town. We were very comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

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Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is ￥7,335 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
￥7,335
￥8,487 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Picton Foreshore and Picton Museum are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (199 reviews)
I had a very nice stay at The Boathouse Lodge. The place was clean and my room was comfortable. There was a lot of parking available. I didn't meet the hosts, but they left a very detailed note about where my room was and about the continental breakfast of cereal and bread that I could help myself ...

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is ￥9,888 per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
￥9,888
￥11,402 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4 out of 5
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is ￥9,372 per night from May 5 to May 6
￥9,372
￥10,900 total
May 5 - May 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (990 reviews)
Close to the wharf and centre of town

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
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Travelers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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