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.
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.
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.
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$93
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
AU$97
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
AU$158
per adult
Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
AU$136
per adult
Our pick of the best Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is AU$146 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
AU$146
19 Dec - 20 Dec
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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (102 reviews)
The motel was in a gorgeous location, with views of the bay out front. The rooms were so comfortable and clean, it felt like home away from home. Our host, Tomoko, was also very kind and friendly. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Reviewed on 16 May 2025
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is AU$192 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
AU$192
19 Nov - 20 Nov
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! (163 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
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
5 Waimarama Street Picton
The price is AU$77 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$77
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
Great place to stay, so comfortable and great for extended family. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Edit Picton
25 Waikawa Road Picton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$131 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
AU$131
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Our room overlooked the port. King sized bed, had lots of space. Room was clean, and very comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$140 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
AU$140
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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)
Amazing! This Hotel was fabulous, the best we could have hoped for. The staff were so helpful. We will return here next time we stay in Blenheim.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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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