Waikawa Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a marina, surrounded by forested hills and mountains.

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

King Shags only found locally

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

NZ$174
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
Ship Cove

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

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

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

NZ$174
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour

Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour

NZ$195
per adult
Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour
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$180 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$180
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (176 reviews)
"Large bright room with nice view out front of boats in the bay. Clean and well equipped. Only stayed one night before the morning ferry but would stay here again if we were going to spend a few days in Picton."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Picturesque Waikawa - Picton Holiday Home

Picturesque Waikawa - Picton Holiday Home

Picton Marlborough
Stay at this holiday home in Picton. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located nearby.
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Picturesque Waikawa - Picton 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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Wow. Really cool place. Balcony on a sunny day, so good. Really clean and comfortable. Only feedback would be having some shower gel in each bathroom. But otherwise perfect"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

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Finlay Waterfront - Waikawa 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 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

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Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is NZ$139 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$139
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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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3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is NZ$173 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$173
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay. Veiws were amazing from our room. Reception staff were brilliant and very helpful."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

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A coastal landscape with a grassy hillside, ocean waves, and a cloudy sky.

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