Waikawa Bay Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Picton Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this walkable area.
Picton Foreshore
Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Edwin Fox Museum
Explore the ship that has sailed through the major stages of the Commonwealth’s global history, from the East Indies to the West and finally all the way south to Picton.
Picton War Memorial
Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.
Waikawa Marina
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Waikawa Marina. Discover the cafes in this walkable area or seek out the sailing opportunities.
Nelson Square
You can learn about the history of Picton with a visit to Nelson Square. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Activities
Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise
AU$73
per adult
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
AU$155
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
AU$94
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
AU$162
per adult
Our pick of the best Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
5 Waimarama Street Picton
The price is AU$153 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$153
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Picton. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (160 reviews)
The room was spotless as were all the ammenities. Very welcoming staff.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is AU$211 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$211
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews)
I had an amazing stay here during my five-week Oceania trip. My first night was unexpected—I needed an ambulance to the local hospital after a fall on the ferry—but the staff at Bay Vista were incredibly attentive throughout the whole ordeal. They checked on me during the ambulance visit and followed ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home
Waikawa Marlborough
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Picton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)
Great place to stay, so comfortable and great for extended family. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Boathouse Lodge
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is AU$78 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$78
2 Mar - 3 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! (142 reviews)
Good location and good value.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is AU$184 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$184
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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! (1,001 reviews)
Nice hotel. Staff is very friendly. Location is great - close to the Seymour Square and the restaurant has great breakfast and food - very convenient. Room was close to stairs and elevators so noise from other guests was unavoidable.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is AU$145 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
AU$145
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (961 reviews)
Nice clean room and the reception staff were particularly helpful
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
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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Waikawa
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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