Waikawa Bay Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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.
Edwin Fox
You can learn about the history of Picton with a trip to Edwin Fox. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Activities
Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton
NZ$120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise
NZ$122
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
NZ$106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-Day Cruise in Queen Charlotte Track & Kupes Trail Walk
NZ$199
per adult
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
NZ$159
per adult
Our pick of the best Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
303 Waikawa Road, Picton, Marlborough
The price is NZ$135 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$135
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews)
"Travelling in winter, do not get there late in the day. Despite being a port, nothing was open for groceries or dinner when we arrived."
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
5 Waimarama Street, Picton
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 Jun. 2025
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
384 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is NZ$179 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$179
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
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
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$138 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$138
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"It would have been good to have some plates and cutlery."
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Picton Beachcomber Inn
27 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is NZ$120 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$120
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"A great warm clean place to stay"
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Edit Picton
25 Waikawa Road, Marlborough, Picton
The price is NZ$123 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$123
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our one night stay. The room was quiet and the newly renovated rooms look nice. The beds were really soft and not that comfortable. The room was cold and the heater in the room didn’t heat well but the lovely staff came and brought us an extra heater."
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 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.
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Waikawa Bay?
- Hotels Near Picton, Marlborough
- Which hotel chains are in Waikawa Bay?
- More holiday ideas
- Waikawa Marina
- Picton Ferry Terminal
- Picton Harbour
- Kenepuru Sounds
- St Clair Winery
- Marlborough Convention Centre
- Okiwa Bay
- Pelorus Sound
- Pollard Park
- Seymour Square
- Picton Foreshore
- Mabel Island
- Wairau River
- ASB Theatre Marlborough
- Edwin Fox
- Picton Museum
- Lookout
- Hans Herzog Estate
- Montana Brancott
- Lawson's Dry Hills
- Edwin Fox Museum
- Nelson Square
- Waitohi Recreational Reserve
- Pelorus Eco Adventures
- Mahakipawa Arm
Are there hotels near Waikawa Bay?
Which hotel chains are in Waikawa Bay?
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