Mahau Sound Travel Guide

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Picton featuring forests, mountains and a bay or harbour
Picton showing forests, mountains and a bay or harbour
Picton showing mountains, forest scenes and a bay or harbour
Mahau Sound which includes general coastal views and tranquil scenes
Mahau Sound
A campsite or “bach” with views of stunning blue waters and emerald hills. Sounds great? Think Mahau Sound for your next NZ holiday.

Mahau Sound sits at the heart of the jaw-droppingly beautiful Marlborough Sounds region of the South Island. Mahau Sound may be remote, but remember the creature comforts of Havelock are just one sound away. Sample local fat green-lipped mussels to go with a glass of Marlborough white and you may never want to leave. Park your motor home at the freedom camp site in Double Bay or rent a classic Kiwi “bach” (that’s a small holiday home).

Serenity, Comfort and Peace in the gorgeous Marlborough Sounds

Serenity, Comfort and Peace in the gorgeous Marlborough Sounds

Mahau Sound
Stay at this vacation home in Mahau Sound. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Kenepuru Sounds are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
What a great find!
"This is a lovely well appointed property which suited our needs perfectly. Sarah was wonderful to interact with and also very supportive about our dog who also enjoyed her stay, in part because of Sarah’s beautiful dog Nix. I highly recommend."

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025

Serenity, Comfort and Peace in the gorgeous Marlborough Sounds
Seabreeze Stay - Kenepuru Sound Holiday Home

Seabreeze Stay - Kenepuru Sound Holiday Home

Picton
Stay at this vacation home in Mahau Sound. Enjoy a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Okiwa Bay and Kenepuru Sounds are located nearby.
Seabreeze Stay - Kenepuru Sound Holiday Home
Edit Picton

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3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road, Marlborough, Picton
The price is AU$156 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$156
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"This was one of the nicest hotels we stayed in while we were in New Zealand. It was spacious, had a good bed and a great view of the harbor."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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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.
Serenity, Comfort and Peace in the gorgeous Marlborough Sounds

Serenity, Comfort and Peace in the gorgeous Marlborough Sounds

Mahau Sound
Stay at this vacation home in Mahau Sound. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Kenepuru Sounds are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
What a great find!
"This is a lovely well appointed property which suited our needs perfectly. Sarah was wonderful to interact with and also very supportive about our dog who also enjoyed her stay, in part because of Sarah’s beautiful dog Nix. I highly recommend."

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025

Serenity, Comfort and Peace in the gorgeous Marlborough Sounds
Seabreeze Stay - Kenepuru Sound Holiday Home

Seabreeze Stay - Kenepuru Sound Holiday Home

Picton
Stay at this vacation home in Mahau Sound. Enjoy a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Okiwa Bay and Kenepuru Sounds are located nearby.
Seabreeze Stay - Kenepuru Sound Holiday Home
Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton Waterfront Apartments

4 out of 5
3/6 London Quay, Picton, Marlborough
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton War Memorial ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (257 reviews)
Amazing apartment overlooking the marina!
"Amazing apartments overlooking the marina and just minutes to the interislander ferry! The apartment was spotlessly clean, the bed was super comfortable and all amenities were provided. So close to a range of restaurants and bars. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 4 June 2025

Picton Waterfront Apartments
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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