Havelock Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marlborough which includes forests, mountains and a marina
Marlborough which includes forests, mountains and a marina
Havelock featuring tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole
Marlborough which includes forests, a bay or harbour and mountains
Marlborough showing mountains, forests and tranquil scenes

The “Green-lipped Mussel Capital of the World” in the heart of the Marlborough Sounds makes the most of nature’s gifts.

The stunning Pelorus and Kaituna rivers flow into the even more stunning Pelorus and Kenepuru sounds, right where Havelock sits right by the water’s edge. It’s a great place to tune into nature by hiking, cycling, sailing or kayaking around the sounds. After exploring the Marlborough Sounds, visit the shops, art galleries and cafés in Havelock’s colonial town centre. Did we mention the mussels? Don’t forget to try those mussels!

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Peaceful, private and stunning  views

Peaceful, private and stunning views

Mahakipawa Arm Havelock
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Havelock. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Eco ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (309 reviews)
Gorgeous view and comfortable accommodations. Relaxing and peaceful

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Peaceful, private and stunning views
Waterfront & spacious.  Room for cars & boat trailer. 6KM from Havelock Marina

Waterfront & spacious. Room for cars & boat trailer. 6KM from Havelock Marina

Havelock Marlborough
Stay at this holiday home in Havelock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Eco Adventures ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Lovely and large family home with stunning views and a peaceful setting.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Waterfront & spacious. Room for cars & boat trailer. 6KM from Havelock Marina
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is AU$72 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$72
10 Mar - 11 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! (155 reviews)
Clean room , great shared room and toilets and showers Great place to meet people

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
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.
Peaceful, private and stunning  views

Peaceful, private and stunning views

Mahakipawa Arm Havelock
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Havelock. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Eco ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (309 reviews)
Gorgeous view and comfortable accommodations. Relaxing and peaceful

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Peaceful, private and stunning views
Bora castle.
Cottage with stunning sea views.

Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.

Havelock Marlborough
Stay at this cottage in Havelock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Pelorus Eco Adventures and Mahakipawa Arm are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
Check in instructions were clear and the home was spotless! Well equipped and very comfortable. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.
Waterfront & spacious.  Room for cars & boat trailer. 6KM from Havelock Marina

Waterfront & spacious. Room for cars & boat trailer. 6KM from Havelock Marina

Havelock Marlborough
Stay at this holiday home in Havelock. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Eco Adventures ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Lovely and large family home with stunning views and a peaceful setting.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Waterfront & spacious. Room for cars & boat trailer. 6KM from Havelock Marina
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.

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Reviews of Havelock

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The mussel cruise was great as was the mussels! And the local pub has good beer and a good pub menu to choose from.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice little town, with a few nice things to do, enough to entertain you for one day or two. Glow worms, waterfall walk and marina Bay a few highlights to mension

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Typical ageing small town NZ, struggling to survive. The profits from the mussel capital of NZ don't appear to be spent in the town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Enjoyed the Mail Run on Pelorus Sound.......also enjoyed French Pass!