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 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.
Picton Foreshore
Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
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.
Waitohi Recreational Reserve
Enjoy an outing to Waitohi Recreational Reserve during your stay in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Activities
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
AU$91
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
AU$149
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
AU$157
per adult
Our pick of the best Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is AU$133 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$133
17 Apr - 18 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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.
9/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews)
Very nice spot to stay.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is AU$132 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$132
1 May - 2 May
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! (170 reviews)
Friendly and helpful staff, enjoyed the water views, walking to local eating joint
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
Great amenities for our party of six. Close enough to town. We were very comfortable
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Boathouse Lodge
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is AU$75 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
AU$75
11 Apr - 12 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Picton Foreshore and Picton Museum are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (195 reviews)
The accommodation was close to the Main Street of Picton and the ferry terminal.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is AU$98 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$98
26 Apr - 27 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! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is AU$98 per night from 2 May to 3 May
AU$98
2 May - 3 May
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! (988 reviews)
The motel is in an deal location handy to local restaurants and other facilities. The unit was ideal for ourselves and our adult daughter - plenty of room for all of us. An ideal location as a rest stop before catching the esrly ferry to wellington. Clean and tidy room including a spacious ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 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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