Waikawa Bay Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Picton Ferry Terminal
4.5/5(326 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this walkable area.
Picton Foreshore
4.5/5(190 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Edwin Fox Museum
4/5(27 reviews)
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.
Picton War Memorial
4/5(2 reviews)
Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.
Waikawa Marina
4.5/5(145 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.
Picton Museum
4.5/5(21 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Picton Museum in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Activities
Marlborough: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine, Brewery, and Wonders Tour
NZ$130
per adult
Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise
NZ$275
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
NZ$159
per adult
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
NZ$106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton
NZ$110
per adult
Our pick of the best Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
5 Waimarama Street, Picton
The price is NZ$93 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Stay at this holiday park in Picton. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
"Clean and Quiet.Great facilities"
Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
384 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is NZ$168 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (99 reviews)
"Rear door did not lock"
Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
303 Waikawa Road, Picton, Marlborough
The price is NZ$165 per night from 1 May to 2 May
NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star 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! (153 reviews)
"The property setting is incredible! Really hard to beat. Individual patios lead to waterfront where boats are moored. Hills beyond with easily reachable moderate hike of Snout's Track. Park at the Snout's Track Carpark and walk 40 mins to Queen Charlotte View. Modern rooms. Laundry very convenient. ..."
Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025
Picton Yacht Club Hotel
25 Waikawa Road, Marlborough, Picton
The price is NZ$119 per night from 5 May to 6 May
NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Value for Money
"Easy access from Picton Ferry terminal. Had to park around side on gravel because car park was full, not that it was a. Issue, only on luggage wheels. Stair and lift access to rooms. Small king size bed, slept well enough though. TV could only access one station, all other services were unavailable. ..."
Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025
The Boathouse Lodge
9 Auckland St, Picton, Marlborough
The price is NZ$95 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton Foreshore are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (53 reviews)
"Very convenient for the ferry sailing"
Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
The price is NZ$148 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Thank you to the staff for accommodating my request. Stellar service. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighbourhoods around Waikawa Bay
Waikawa
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Waikawa Bay?
- Hotels Near Picton, Marlborough
- Which hotel chains are in Waikawa Bay?
- More holiday ideas
- Waikawa Marina
- Picton Ferry Terminal
- Picton Harbour
- Kenepuru Sounds
- Pollard Park
- ASB Theatre Marlborough
- Marlborough Convention Centre
- Mabel Island
- St Clair Winery
- Okiwa Bay
- Seymour Square
- Pelorus Sound
- Wairau River
- Picton Foreshore
- Picton Museum
- Lawson's Dry Hills
- Edwin Fox
- Waitohi Recreational Reserve
- Nelson Square
- Edwin Fox Museum
- Lookout
- Montana Brancott
- Hunter's Winery
- Mahakipawa Arm
- Hans Herzog Estate
Are there hotels near Waikawa Bay?
Which hotel chains are in Waikawa Bay?
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