Waikawa Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton & Waikawa Panorama, New Zealand

Stay near popular Waikawa Bay attractions

Waikawa Marina

9.0/10 (396 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.
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Activities

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

NZ$174
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

NZ$110
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour

Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour

NZ$190
per adult
Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

NZ$120
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

NZ$174
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

NZ$174
per adult
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
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Our pick of the best Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

3 out of 5
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is NZ$120 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$120
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Waikawa Marina and Victoria Domain are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
"Great location with a beautiful waters edge location and view"

Reviewed on 15 June 2026

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 out of 5
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is NZ$248 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$248
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Waikawa Marina and Victoria Domain are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
"Very clean but dated decor but then that's reflected in the price"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
Picturesque Waikawa - Picton Holiday Home

Picturesque Waikawa - Picton Holiday Home

Picton Marlborough
Stay at this holiday home in Picton. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Waikawa Marina and Victoria Domain are located nearby.
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Picturesque Waikawa - Picton Holiday Home
Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

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 Waikawa Marina and Victoria ...
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

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Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home
Finlay Waterfront - Waikawa Holiday Home

Finlay Waterfront - Waikawa Holiday Home

Picton Marlborough
Stay at this holiday home in Picton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are ...
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Finlay Waterfront - Waikawa Holiday Home
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is NZ$127 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$127
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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