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Picton Foreshore

Picton Foreshore

Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Foreshore
Edwin Fox Museum

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.

Edwin Fox Museum
Picton War Memorial

Picton War Memorial

Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.

Picton War Memorial

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.

Waikawa Marina

Lookout

Find out about the history of Picton when you spend time at Lookout. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Lookout

Picton Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Picton Museum in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Museum

Activities

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
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

NZ$180
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

NZ$168
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
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$168
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$168
per adult
Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton
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Our pick of the best Waikawa 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$135 per night from 21 June to 22 June
NZ$135
21 June - 22 June
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$136 per night from 27 June to 28 June
NZ$136
27 June - 28 June
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
Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!

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 Victoria Domain and Mabel Island are located ...
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Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!
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
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is NZ$127 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$127
28 June - 29 June
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Air conditioning awesome. Parking a bit tight for utes."

Reviewed on 17 June 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Edit Picton

Edit Picton

3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is NZ$191 per night from 22 June to 23 June
NZ$191
22 June - 23 June
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic location very clean and tidy and value for money would certainly stay here again"

Reviewed on 14 June 2026

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Our guide on where to stay in Waikawa

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Waikawa Bay

Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa Bay, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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