Waikawa Bay Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Picton Ferry Terminal
4.5/5(326 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.
Picton Foreshore
4.5/5(190 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Edwin Fox Museum
4/5(27 reviews)
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
4/5(2 reviews)
Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.
Waikawa Marina
4.5/5(145 reviews)
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
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
AU$92
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
AU$156
per adult
Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
AU$134
per adult
Our pick of the best Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
5 Waimarama Street Picton
The price is AU$87 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
AU$87
14 Jan - 15 Jan
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (159 reviews)
The quietness of the location
Reviewed on 20 June 2025
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is AU$223 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
AU$223
11 Jan - 12 Jan
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! (166 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
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
384 Waikawa Road Picton
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (109 reviews)
Fully equipped for cooking and dining. Great feel, felt like home.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is AU$129 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
AU$129
11 Jan - 12 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! (1,001 reviews)
Great staff and perfect service
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Boathouse Lodge
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is AU$80 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
AU$80
8 Jan - 9 Jan
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! (111 reviews)
The owners were very helpful and accommodating.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Picton Beachcomber Inn
27 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is AU$215 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
AU$215
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Great views. Spacious room made for a nice stay.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 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.
Other neighbourhoods around Waikawa Bay
Waikawa
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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