Waikawa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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 Cruise in Marlborough Sounds

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

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

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

NZ$174
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

NZ$174
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Native Birds up close

Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island

NZ$224
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island
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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 20 July to 21 July
NZ$135
20 July - 21 July
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
Unwind in beautiful Waikawa — your perfect coastal hideaway

Unwind in beautiful Waikawa — your perfect coastal hideaway

Waikawa Marlborough Region
Stay at this holiday home in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Waikawa Marina and Victoria Domain are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"The best! Great home for the weekend for us. Clean and comfy beds"

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

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Unwind in beautiful Waikawa — your perfect coastal hideaway
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 out of 5
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is NZ$136 per night from 17 July to 18 July
NZ$136
17 July - 18 July
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
Enjoy the view

Enjoy the view

Waikawa Bay Waikawa
Stay at this holiday home in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Waikawa Marina and Victoria Domain are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
"The property was exceptional in every way! We checked in from a late night ferry ride and followed the clear instructions on how to get inside- no problem. Our host was courteous, available to answer questions, and gave helpful travel tips. The beds were extra comfortable, the design of the home ..."

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

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Enjoy the view
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$130 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$130
12 July - 13 July
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay, amazing bed. Good location"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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Our guide on where to stay in Waikawa

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Waikawa Bay

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