Waikawa Bay Travel Guide

Picton

Popular places to visit

Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.

Picton Ferry Terminal

4/5(31 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

5/5(14 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

5/5(2 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.

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(3 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

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

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

£79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

£48
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Delivery from mail boat postie skipper

Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise

£61
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

£73
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

£73
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Picton and Marlborough Sounds: Seafood Odyssea Cruise

Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise

£83
per adult
Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
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Top hotels in Waikawa Bay

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 out of 5
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is £70 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
£70
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 22 Mar 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 £69 per night from 3 May to 4 May
£69
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
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 9 Apr 2026

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

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

Reviewed on 28 Feb 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £36 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£36
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi 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 11 Apr 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is £53 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
£53
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 Apr 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 £53 per night from 3 May to 4 May
£53
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (990 reviews)
Close to the wharf and centre of town

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

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

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