Title: Waikawa Bay Travel Guide: Best of Waikawa Bay, Picton Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Waikawa Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Waikawa-Bay-Hotels.d553248633981724527.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Picton](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Picton.d9370.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Picton](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Picton.d9370.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Waikawa Bay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Waikawa-Bay.d553248633981724527.Car-Hire-Guide)[Waikawa Bay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Waikawa-Bay.d553248633981724527.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Waikawa Bay Travel Guide ## Picton ## Visit Waikawa Bay Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Picton travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton.dx9370) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560906768/60882bb2-b60c-4fe5-981a-b8ff1a8ddf9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Ferry-Terminal-Picton.d553248621560906768.Attraction) ![Edwin Fox Museum which includes a bay or harbour, forest scenes and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6313768/bb70fd6d-0257-468e-ad19-c54c9f6c673a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edwin-Fox-Museum-Picton.d6313768.Attraction) ![Picton showing a bay or harbour, a sunset and sailing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149720621/8b114f3d-040a-44ce-8e22-f4a62dd34791.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Foreshore-Picton.d553248635149720621.Attraction) ![Picton War Memorial which includes heritage architecture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112780/fa700e4f-9ce9-4cb0-96d9-02a208457ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Picton War Memorial Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-War-Memorial-Picton.d6112780.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waikawa-Marina-Picton.d553248633938911891.Attraction) #### Nelson Square You can learn about the history of Picton with a visit to Nelson Square. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Square-Picton.d6313758.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48256969/c8acff0a-6e88-4f42-90fc-ba68fa6c7fc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise £37 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/picton-shore-excursion-queen-charlotte-sounds-cruise.a48256969.activity-details) ![Seafood Odyssea Cruise in Marlborough Sounds](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393753/825a58ec-5467-4036-816f-3f12ea545cee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton £79 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/seafood-odyssea-marlborough-sounds-cruise-from-picton.a1393753.activity-details) ![Cougar Line Jetty Arrival Cruise Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4822579/5a1f7f7c-e923-437c-a9b4-f67b3ec2eba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise £49 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/35-hour-marlborough-sounds-delivery-cruise.a4822579.activity-details) ![Delivery from mail boat postie skipper ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393011/f668b741-87c9-411a-ad32-e5233bc1ae79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise £62 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-iconic-mail-boat-cruise.a1393011.activity-details) ![Fun Fully Guided Adventure ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307136/e43f9950-2dc9-4e97-b836-c42b5e45a67e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise £74 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/marlborough-sounds-ultimate-cruise.a1307136.activity-details) ![E-Ko at the Beach ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307141/a92df2e0-8171-49d9-b351-a6a20fdb7156.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise £74 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/captain-cook-and-dolphin-cruise.a1307141.activity-details) [See all activities in Picton](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Picton.d9370.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Waikawa Bay ![Waikawa Bay Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626300/9626206/d7e52777_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waikawa Bay Holiday Park 5 Waimarama Street Picton £80 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (161 reviews) The room was spotless as were all the ammenities. Very welcoming staff. Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=9626206&PinnedHotelID=9626206&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629600/9629523/f101c2e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton 303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough £110 9 Mar - 10 Mar 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! (167 reviews) View form room was good. SkyTV did not work properly. Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=9629523&PinnedHotelID=9629523&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907400/37907351/64fc514d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (9 reviews) Great place to stay, so comfortable and great for extended family. Highly recommend. Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=37907351&PinnedHotelID=37907351&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=37907351&PinnedHotelID=37907351&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![The Boathouse Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/6c9a20ac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Boathouse Lodge 9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough £37 28 Mar - 29 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton Foreshore are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (153 reviews) Friendly staff, nice communal area and good location Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026&selected=111105698&PinnedHotelID=111105698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![Carnmore Chateau Marlborough](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/8f917a5f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carnmore Chateau Marlborough Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim £87 21 Mar - 22 Mar 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! (1,002 reviews) Don’t judge a book by its cover. Impressive from the outside but room very ordinary. Clean and comfortable but kitchen amenities had been stripped out with only a fridge 2 coffee cups 2 wine glasses and 2 water glasses and 1 tea spoon remaining. Seemed expensive for what we got. Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026&selected=2593061&PinnedHotelID=2593061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624321/e59fb4a7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel 32 High Street (Main Street) Picton £77 9 Mar - 10 Mar 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! (966 reviews) Great staff and location Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=9624321&PinnedHotelID=9624321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) [See all 250 properties in Waikawa Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248633981724527) 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. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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