Waikawa 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.
Picton War Memorial
Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.
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.
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.
Nelson Square
You can learn about the history of Picton with a visit to Nelson Square. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Activities
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
NZ$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
NZ$180
per adult
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
NZ$106
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
NZ$155
per adult
Our pick of the best Waikawa Hotel Deals
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is NZ$168 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$168
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located nearby.
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
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is NZ$250 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
NZ$250
21 Nov - 22 Nov
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! (163 reviews)
I had an amazing stay here during my five-week Oceania trip. My first night was unexpected—I needed an ambulance to the local hospital after a fall on the ferry—but the staff at Bay Vista were incredibly attentive throughout the whole ordeal. They checked on me during the ambulance visit and followed ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
5 Waimarama Street Picton
The price is NZ$89 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
NZ$89
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 June 2025
Wilkes Way Villa
7 Wilkes Way Picton
Stay at this villa in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Tim and Heather were wonderful hosts, nothing was too much trouble. The room we had was spacious and luxurious. It had everything you could need as well as access to a pool table and movie room. Lots of books to read and all the amenities were modern and of good quality. View out the front window ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!
Waikawa Bay Waikawa
Stay at this holiday home in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
Great place to stay, so comfortable and great for extended family. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 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.
Waikawa Travel Guide
- 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
- Picton Foreshore
- St Clair Winery
- Pelorus Sound
- Marlborough Convention Centre
- Okiwa Bay
- Nelson Square
- Omaka Classic Cars
- Pollard Park
- Seymour Square
- Wairau River
- Edwin Fox
- Mabel Island
- Picton Museum
- Nautilus Estate
- Lookout
- Picton War Memorial
- Lawson's Dry Hills
- ASB Theatre Marlborough
- Waitohi Recreational Reserve
- Renwick Museum
- Mahakipawa Arm
Are there hotels near Waikawa?
Which hotel chains are in Waikawa?
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