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
Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton
NZ$110
per adult
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
NZ$106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours
NZ$100
per adult
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
NZ$149
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 8 Apr to 9 Apr
NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 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! (153 reviews)
"Clean and Quiet.Great facilities"
Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
384 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is NZ$174 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 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! (95 reviews)
"Messy outside No iron or ironing board No sky tv"
Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
303 Waikawa Road, Picton, Marlborough
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$230 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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$145 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Good location- handy for town and ferry. nice restaurant Comfy beds"
Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$150 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Room looked very worn and tired. Nightstands were scratched and worn, Bedspread needing replacing."
Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025
The Boathouse Lodge
9 Auckland St, Picton, Marlborough
The price is NZ$86 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
NZ$86
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (50 reviews)
Home away from home
"Clean and tidy, a home away from home atmosphere. Very convenient location near the waterfront, and ferry port."
Reviewed on 19 Mar. 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
- Seymour Square
- Kenepuru Sounds
- Marlborough Convention Centre
- ASB Theatre Marlborough
- Pollard Park
- St Clair Winery
- Wairau River
- Mabel Island
- Pelorus Sound
- Okiwa Bay
- Picton Foreshore
- Picton Museum
- Nelson Square
- Edwin Fox
- Lawson's Dry Hills
- Edwin Fox Museum
- Hans Herzog Estate
- Waitohi Recreational Reserve
- Picton War Memorial
- Hunter's Winery
Are there hotels near Waikawa Bay?
Which hotel chains are in Waikawa Bay?
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