Havelock Travel Guide

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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
Havelock showing a bay or harbour

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!

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! (198 reviews)
Yes the kitchen was well very well equipped

Reviewed on 7 Jan 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! (8 reviews)
A very nice house in a good location. The owner advertised a washing machine in the listing but there wasn’t one. I believe this has now been removed. The electrical system in the kitchen kept tripping the fuse box when trying to use the dishwasher. Quite frustrating. Other than these two problems ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is AU$148 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
AU$148
18 Jan - 19 Jan
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! (1,004 reviews)
Nice staff!

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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! (198 reviews)
Yes the kitchen was well very well equipped

Reviewed on 7 Jan 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! (8 reviews)
A very nice house in a good location. The owner advertised a washing machine in the listing but there wasn’t one. I believe this has now been removed. The electrical system in the kitchen kept tripping the fuse box when trying to use the dishwasher. Quite frustrating. Other than these two problems ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Waterfront & spacious. Room for cars & boat trailer. 6KM from Havelock Marina
Tepuia Cottage - Havelock Holiday Home

Tepuia Cottage - Havelock Holiday Home

Picton Marlborough
Stay at this holiday home in Havelock. Enjoy a garden and air conditioning. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Eco Adventures are located ...
Tepuia Cottage - Havelock Holiday Home
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!