Havelock Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Havelock featuring tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole
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!

Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Havelock
The price is AU$297 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$297
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Havelock. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and an arcade/game room. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Shark ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Beautiful short stay
"A beautiful property with an incredible view"

Reviewed on 5 Nov. 2023

Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Peaceful, private and stunning  views
Peaceful, private and stunning views
Mahakipawa Arm
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Havelock. Enjoy onsite parking, a garden, and an in-room DVD player. Popular attractions Shark Nett Gallery and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
Spectacular View!
"We thoroughly enjoyed our time, especially the deck and view. The place had everything we needed for a comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2024

Peaceful, private and stunning views
Bora castle.
Cottage with stunning sea views.
Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.
Havelock
Stay at this cottage in Havelock. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
Incredible
"We had the best time here. Beautiful view, lovely modern and clean. The owners stay behind the property but they are great and not invasive at all. It was absolutely perfect for a anniversary get away. Loved it all. Couldnt have been better."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2024

Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.
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.
Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Havelock
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Havelock. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and an arcade/game room. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Shark ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
Beautiful short stay
"A beautiful property with an incredible view"

Reviewed on 5 Nov. 2023

Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Peaceful, private and stunning  views
Peaceful, private and stunning views
Mahakipawa Arm
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Havelock. Enjoy onsite parking, a garden, and an in-room DVD player. Popular attractions Shark Nett Gallery and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
Spectacular View!
"We thoroughly enjoyed our time, especially the deck and view. The place had everything we needed for a comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2024

Peaceful, private and stunning views
Bora castle.
Cottage with stunning sea views.
Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.
Havelock
Stay at this cottage in Havelock. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
Incredible
"We had the best time here. Beautiful view, lovely modern and clean. The owners stay behind the property but they are great and not invasive at all. It was absolutely perfect for a anniversary get away. Loved it all. Couldnt have been better."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2024

Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.
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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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
14 Feb 2020

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
31 Jan 2020

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
7 Jan 2020

Great place

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
10 Oct 2019

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
2 Jun 2019

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