Waikawa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Picton Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Picton Museum in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Activities
Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton
NZ$120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
NZ$159
per adult
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise
NZ$122
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
1-Day Cruise in Queen Charlotte Track & Kupes Trail Walk
NZ$199
per adult
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
NZ$106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton
NZ$160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Waikawa Hotel Deals
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
303 Waikawa Road, Picton, Marlborough
The price is NZ$135 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$135
27 July - 28 July
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
Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!
Waikawa Bay
Stay at this vacation home in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Victoria Domain are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)
"A lovely spacious home comfortable and warm. No cupboard storage for our own food was a slight problem. Handy to walks and the Picton shops. I would recommend this accommodation for any large family gathering. Unusual that there was no aerial for normal TV reception. A great selection of DVD's that ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2025
Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home
Waikawa
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Picton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Picton Ferry ...
Holiday
"We stayed here with our extended family over a long weekend. The views from the bach were the main reason why we booked and they did not disappoint. The cleanliness of the Bach was not great on arrival, it was clear that only a surface level clean had been done for some time. The bunk bed is very ..."
Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2025
Wilkes Way Villa
7 Wilkes Way, Picton
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Nice spacious property. Very clean. Property surroundings were clean and inviting. Beautiful views. Overall a great stay at this place"
Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2025
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
384 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is NZ$151 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$151
28 July - 29 July
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
Just 3 minutes walk from the marina this Family getaway also has a Games room!
Waikawa
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Perfect break away
"Great location. Easy access with plenty of offstreet parking. The house is so well setup. It had everything we needed! We will definitely be back!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun. 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
Waikawa Bay
4.5/5(39 area reviews)
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa Bay, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Waikawa?
- Hotels Near Picton, Marlborough
- Which hotel chains are in Waikawa?
- More holiday ideas
- Waikawa Marina
- Picton Ferry Terminal
- Picton Harbour
- Kenepuru Sounds
- Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
- Marlborough Convention Centre
- St Clair Winery
- Omaka Classic Cars
- Okiwa Bay
- Pelorus Sound
- Pollard Park
- Picton Foreshore
- Seymour Square
- Picton Museum
- Wairau River
- ASB Theatre Marlborough
- Edwin Fox
- Lookout
- Mabel Island
- Hans Herzog Estate
- Montana Brancott
- Lawson's Dry Hills
- Renwick Museum
- Edwin Fox Museum
Are there hotels near Waikawa?
Which hotel chains are in Waikawa?
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Hotels
- Malolo Island Resort
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- Renwick Accommodation
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- Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
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