Lochmara Bay Travel Guide

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A walk through the Marlborough Sounds region provides a close up of amazing native plants, like this canopy of tree ferns.
A walk through the Marlborough Sounds region provides a close up of amazing native plants, like this canopy of tree ferns.
At Lochmara Lodge, you can take part in the daily feeding of many animals which are part of wildlife recovery efforts, including (at the time of my visit) these beautiful Kakarikis.

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Lochmara Lodge

Lochmara Lodge

4 out of 5
Lochmara Bay, Queen Charlotte Sound Lochmara Bay Marlborough
The price is AU$183 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$183
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lochmara Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Lochmara ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (102 reviews)
Magical property with friendly staff and super comfortable rooms.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Lochmara Lodge
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is AU$77 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$77
11 Mar - 12 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! (159 reviews)
We were surprised with how close this was from the Interislander baggage claim, got there in about 3mins. This was great news because our ferry was delayed due to the awful weather on the Strait. The owner was there at reception well after 9pm to let us in. The owners were also very helpful, told ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is AU$143 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$143
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (1,008 reviews)
Lovely central property in Blenheim with very comfortable suite which we could have comfortably lived in for an extended period as it was a spacious apartment size with a kitchen, dining table & chairs & lounge, then a separate bedroom, separate walk in wardrobe & large bathroom. Not a typical size ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 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.
Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton Waterfront Apartments

4 out of 5
3/6 London Quay Picton Marlborough
Stay at this apartment in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton War Memorial are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (263 reviews)
Lovely view, very convenient location, restaurant with plenty of GF options on the ground floor.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Picton Waterfront Apartments
Remote Pelorus Sound Kiwi Bach on the Beach with Great Views

Remote Pelorus Sound Kiwi Bach on the Beach with Great Views

Totaranui Marlborough
Stay at this holiday home in Totaranui. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attraction Pelorus Sound is located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
The bach is nestled among beautiful gardens and the house has a great view down the garden to the sea.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Remote Pelorus Sound Kiwi Bach on the Beach with Great Views
Picton Campervan Park

Picton Campervan Park

4.5 out of 5
42 Kent Street Picton
Stay at this campsite in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Nelson Square are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (127 reviews)
Easy to check in and out, comfy and quiet room easy to access toilets/shower

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Picton Campervan Park
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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