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A tropical resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A neatly made bed with a blue and white striped bedspread, two pillows, and two folded towels. There is a painting of a beach scene on the wall above the bed.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of a lake and mountains, and hanging lanterns.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a kettle, and a small refrigerator.

1. Lochmara Lodge

Lochmara Bay

Lesli

AU$173

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A balcony with wicker furniture, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a turquoise sea and green hills.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view of a lake and mountains, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A modern house with large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a lake.

A dining area with a view of a lake and mountains, featuring wooden tables and chairs, wine glasses, and menus.

2. The Portage Resort

Portage

ivanka

AU$226

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A covered outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a glass table, overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, candles, and a view of the outdoors.

A beach with a wooden walkway leading to a small structure, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A treehouse with a metal roof, surrounded by dense forest, connected by a wooden staircase.

3. Punga Cove Resort

Punga Cove

Sean

AU$328

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A wooden table with two wine glasses, a blue chair, and a view of a lake with boats and greenery in the background.

A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, two white pillows, and a striped pillow. There are two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn in front, set against a backdrop of hills and a starry night sky.

A reception building with a sign, a car parked in front, and a lake with boats in the background.

4. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Waikawa

Woody

AU$146

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a view of a marina, a wooden table, two chairs, and a sofa.

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, black and white tables, and chairs. Large windows offer views of the outside.

A room with a large window offering a view of a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

A bar area with a neon sign reading "THE BOATSHED," bar stools, a bar counter, and a selection of bottles on shelves.

5. Edit Picton

Picton

Tim

AU$96

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A terrace with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a marina with boats and a cruise ship in the background.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by buildings and greenery.

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a prominent building labeled "EDWIN FOX".

6. Harbour View Motel

Picton

Elizabeth

AU$162

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A lakeside park with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of boats on the water.

A lush lemon tree with numerous ripe lemons, surrounded by a well-maintained garden.

A marina with multiple boats, a parking lot, and a residential area with houses and greenery.

A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and a grassy area with a palm tree.

7. Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Waikawa

Neil

AU$128

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a street and mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

8. Broadway Motel

Picton

Bonita

AU$145

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A two-story building with a sign reading "The Boathouse Lodge" and amenities listed such as family rooms, shared dorms, private rooms, in-room bike storage, and free breakfast.

A hotel hallway with a staircase, a blue exit door, a plant, and a painting on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a hanging plant, and a window.

A reception desk with a wooden top and blue edge, a clock on the wall, and a painting of a boat.

9. The Boathouse Lodge

Picton

Luciano

AU$76

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina and mountains.

A dining table with a view of a marina and boats, set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.

A hotel with a view of a marina, a grassy lawn, and a parking area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a potted plant, a nightstand, and a view of a marina and mountains.

10. Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton

Graham

AU$120

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An aerial view of a coastal area with a pier extending into the sea, surrounded by lush greenery and a few buildings.

A person reading a book in a room with a view of a lake and mountains.

A living room with a beige sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, and a view of a tropical landscape through a glass door.

A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a view of a lush green landscape.

11. Furneaux Lodge

Endeavour Inlet

martine

AU$434

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel with a rooftop patio, outdoor seating, and a view of the city and mountains at night.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small dining table, and a kitchenette.

A well-maintained outdoor area with a paved walkway, green lawn, and various potted plants.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, microwave, and refrigerator, a black leather sofa, and a wall-mounted artwork.

12. Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton

Kathleen

AU$106

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a wooden dining table, and two black chairs.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a framed cityscape picture on the wall.

13. Jasmine Court Motel

Picton

Margaret

AU$159

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a driveway.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a standing fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A residential street with a modern house, a concrete pathway, and a large tree.

A narrow corridor with a wooden fence on one side and a white door on the other. There is a small table and chairs in the center, and a potted plant with pink flowers at the end of the corridor.

14. Top of the Town

Picton

Peter

AU$124

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A small, single-story building with a covered porch and a door leading inside.

A room with a bed, a window, a sliding door to an outdoor area, and a trash bin.

A gravel driveway leading to a building with a small attached garage.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. There is a sofa with a cushion and a dining area with a table and chairs.

15. Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

Waikawa

Steve

AU$70

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A marina with boats docked, a road with vehicles, and a building with a blue roof.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A bed with a swan-shaped pillow and a swan-shaped blanket.

A coastal town with a marina, buildings, and a large cruise ship docked.

16. Atlantis Backpackers

Picton

Yu Chen

AU$53

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A balcony with a glass railing, a chair, and a table.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A white RV with a blue stripe, a small potted plant on the ground, and a window reflecting a building and trees.

17. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Picton

Darren

AU$67

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a view of a marina, boats, and a hilly landscape.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a large mirror, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of a harbor and mountains.

18. Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton

Beau

AU$313

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A clear view of a coastal area with a dock extending into turquoise waters, surrounded by dense green hills.

A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a window, and a picture on the wall.

A room with a round table and three wooden stools, a potted plant, and a window with a view of a tree and a blue bench outside.

19. Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

Picton

Mellisa

AU$74

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A beach with clear water, a sandy shore, and a forested hill in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, a door, and a small trash bin.

A marina with multiple boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a large white structure with a flat roof.

A compact living space with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with a window, and a radiator.

20. Aldan Lodge Motel

Picton

Colin

AU$98

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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Top Brightlands Bay Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Brightlands Bay

Edit Picton

8/10 Good

"All good. Thanks"

Aldan Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed at Aldan Lodge Motel for 3 nights. Wonderful Staff, very friendly & helpful. Spacious Studio Unit with kitchenette. Clean condition. Great location being close to Supermarket & Shopping. Thank you Aldan Lodge Motel."

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, staff were very nice, plenty of parking. The suite was very spacious."

Picton Beachcomber Inn

10/10 Excellent

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Top of the Town

10/10 Excellent

"We received a very warm welcome from our host and nothing was too much trouble"

Jasmine Court Motel

8/10 Good

"A clean, easily accessible motel in the centre of Picton. You are within walking distance of shops and restaurants and it is very easy to get to the Port from here. Strongly recommend"

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

8/10 Good

"Only one comment. I left very early. Found I could not get into the kitchen to get my food from the fridge as the doors were locked. Wasnt aware that that would happen."

Broadway Motel

10/10 Excellent

"I liked the easy check in"

The Boathouse Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Really cosy, clean and safe in my experience. I lived the white and blue. The kitchen and lounge felt homely. Close to the ferry, Thai restaurant, theatre, mini golf. . . A beautiful, rejuvenating place."

More cheap accommodation in Brightlands Bay

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

3a Nelson Square Picton

AU$43

22 Nov - 23 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (386 reviews)

Atlantis Backpackers

42 London Quay Picton Marlborough Region

AU$53

29 Oct - 30 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

16 GRAVESEND PLACE Picton

AU$67

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (229 reviews)

The Boathouse Lodge

9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough

AU$76

31 Oct - 1 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (229 reviews)

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

75 High St. Picton Marlborough

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8.8/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)

AAA Marlin Motel

33 Devon Street Picton

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8.6/10 Excellent! (312 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Brightlands Bay?

The best area to stay in Brightlands Bay is the waterfront promenade and the immediate streets leading off it, particularly around London Quay and High Street.This central area is the heart of Brightlands Bay, offering direct access to the marina and many of the town's best restaurants and shops. It's very walkable, with most facilities within a short stroll, and provides lovely views of the Marlborough Sounds. You'll find a range of accommodation options here, from boutique hotels to apartments.For couples looking for a romantic escape, staying right on the waterfront offers stunning views and easy access to evening dining experiences. Many boat tours exploring the Sounds depart from the nearby jetties, making it convenient for day trips.Those interested in exploring the region's renowned wine country will also find this area convenient.

When is the best time to go to Brightlands Bay?

The best time to visit Brightlands Bay is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and sunny, great for enjoying the region's outdoor activities.During this period, you can expect long, bright days with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 25°C. This is ideal for exploring the Marlborough Sounds by boat, kayaking, or simply relaxing on the beaches. The vineyards are lush, and many wineries offer outdoor tastings and events. It's also the peak season for fresh local produce and seafood.For those who prefer a quieter experience with pleasant temperatures, the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are also excellent choices. In spring, the vineyards burst into life with new growth, and the weather is generally mild. Autumn offers stunning colours as the leaves change, and the grape harvest creates a lively option in the wine region.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Brightlands Bay.

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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Brightlands Bay?

Prices for hotels in Brightlands Bay often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$43 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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Our top choices for Brightlands Bay hotels

1. Lochmara Lodge

2. The Portage Resort

3. Punga Cove Resort

4. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

5. Edit Picton

6. Harbour View Motel

7. Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

8. Broadway Motel

9. The Boathouse Lodge

10. Picton Beachcomber Inn

11. Furneaux Lodge

12. Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

13. Jasmine Court Motel

14. Top of the Town

15. Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

16. Atlantis Backpackers

17. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

18. Picton Waterfront Apartments

19. Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

20. Aldan Lodge Motel

Top Brightlands Bay Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Brightlands Bay

Edit Picton

Aldan Lodge Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Beachcomber Inn

Top of the Town

Jasmine Court Motel

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Broadway Motel

The Boathouse Lodge

More cheap accommodation in Brightlands Bay

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

The Boathouse Lodge

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

AAA Marlin Motel

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