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.
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
- St Clair Winery
- Marlborough Convention Centre
- Okiwa Bay
- Omaka Classic Cars
- 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
- Bike 2 Wine
- 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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