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6 Nov - 8 Nov
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13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for Waikawa cheap hotels

A wooden table with two wine glasses, a blue chair, and a view of a lake with boats and greenery in the background.

1. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
3.0 star property
Waikawa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (176 reviews)
"Large bright room with nice view out front of boats in the bay. Clean and well equipped. Only stayed one night before the morning ferry but would stay here again if we were going to spend a few days in Picton."
United States
Woody
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
A lakeside park with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of boats on the water.

2. Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
3.5 star property
Waikawa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (113 reviews)
"Very nice spot to stay. "
Australia
Neil
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
A small, single-story building with a covered porch and a door leading inside.

3. Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
2.5 star property
Waikawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (163 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Australia
Steve
The price is NZ$87
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
A row of single-story mobile homes with a gravel driveway, surrounded by trees and a mountain in the background.

4. Picton TOP 10 Holiday Park

Picton TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.5 star property
Waikawa
The price is NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Picton TOP 10 Holiday Park
A balcony with a view of a marina, a wooden table, two chairs, and a sofa.

5. Edit Picton

Edit Picton
3.5 star property
3.1 km from Waikawa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Ideal for one night, helpful staff, convenient to shops and restaurants."
Australia
Tim
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Edit Picton
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina and mountains.

6. Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn
3.0 star property
3 km from Waikawa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms."
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Picton Beachcomber Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

7. Jasmine Court Motel

Jasmine Court Motel
4.0 star property
3.2 km from Waikawa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (739 reviews)
"Beautiful property, highly recommend it."
United States
Margaret
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Jasmine Court Motel
A two-story building with a sign reading "The Boathouse Lodge" and amenities listed such as family rooms, shared dorms, private rooms, in-room bike storage, and free breakfast.

8. The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge
2.0 star property
3.3 km from Waikawa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (229 reviews)
"Very cool place to stay and friendly Staff as well!"
Australia
Luciano
The price is NZ$94
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Boathouse Lodge
A terrace with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a marina with boats and a cruise ship in the background.

9. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
4.5 star property
3 km from Waikawa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the view from our room. As it is on a hill the parking was an adventure and the staff were very helpful. Loved that it was close to the town square and restaurants; we enjoyed our stay."
Canada
Shelley
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Harbour View Motel
A hotel with a rooftop patio, outdoor seating, and a view of the city and mountains at night.

10. Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
4.0 star property
3.2 km from Waikawa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, staff were very nice, plenty of parking. The suite was very spacious."
United States
Margaret
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
A clear view of a coastal area with a dock extending into turquoise waters, surrounded by dense green hills.

11. Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Waikawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (313 reviews)
"Good stay thanks"
Australia
Mellisa
The price is NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton
A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a street and mountains.

12. Broadway Motel

Broadway Motel
4.5 star property
3.3 km from Waikawa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (720 reviews)
"I liked the easy check in"
United States
Bonita
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Broadway Motel
A marina with boats docked, a road with vehicles, and a building with a blue roof.

13. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
3.3 km from Waikawa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Atlantis Backpackers
A beach with clear water, a sandy shore, and a forested hill in the background.

14. Aldan Lodge Motel

Aldan Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
3.2 km from Waikawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (438 reviews)
"Great place to stay, very handy location"
Australia
Colin
The price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Aldan Lodge Motel
A wooden hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of a house and mountains in the background.

15. Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Waikawa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (387 reviews)
"Great communication before my stay, as I was arriving late. Instructions were left, and there were signs up the next morning allowing me to leave happily. I would stay again."
New Zealand
Chantal Nik
The price is NZ$71
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
A balcony with a glass railing, a chair, and a table.

16. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Waikawa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (229 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. We weren't there for long, only a night, but the staff seemed friendly and the room was nice"
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is NZ$83
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a driveway.

17. Top of the Town

Top of the Town
3.5 star property
4 km from Waikawa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (213 reviews)
"Host is really friendly & welcoming. Good location. Could easily stay longer."
Australia
Allan
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Top of the Town
A modern wooden cabin with a covered porch, large sliding glass doors, and a gravel driveway.

18. Picton Campervan Park

Picton Campervan Park
4.5 star property
3.9 km from Waikawa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Easy to check in and out, comfy and quiet room easy to access toilets/shower"
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Picton Campervan Park
A front door with a sign reading "The Gables," a life preserver hanging on the wall, and two wall-mounted lights.

19. The Gables B&B

The Gables B&B
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Waikawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (50 reviews)
"Beautiful cozy cottage, well-appointed, helpful staff."
United States
Margaret
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Gables B&B
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a cash register, and a phone. There are bottles on shelves and a window with curtains.

20. Escape To Picton

Escape To Picton
5.0 star property
3.1 km from Waikawa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (87 reviews)
"Super cute rooms, great staff and very clean. Central to everything you in Picton! Highly recommend!"
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$344
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Escape To Picton
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Top Waikawa Hotel Reviews

Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms."
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Picton Beachcomber Inn
Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

10/10 Excellent
"Good stay thanks"
Mellisa 1-night trip
Posted 5 months ago
Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

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How can I get to Waikawa and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Waikawa can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away from the centre in Picton (PCN). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne), located 18.3 mi (29.5 km) away. You can take a ferry across the water to see more of the region.

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