Waikawa Bay
Picton
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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.

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.
Nelson Square
You can learn about the history of Picton with a visit to Nelson Square. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Things to do

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Top hotels in Waikawa Bay

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
Very clean but dated decor but then that's reflected in the price
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Superb position right on the waterfront in private North-facing section. Views of the bay and ridges on beach side. Lots of birds & birdsong. Immaculately clean, well-maintained and well-equipped.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
This is a great place to stay. Wonderful restaurant and breakfast. Staff so friendly and welcoming. Room so comfortable and clean. Great bed! Would be happy to stay again next visit.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Kitchen was well stocked its a shame that others staying didnt clean there dishes and left them.dirty in the sunk rm 10/11
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
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Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
Room 105 the shower head needs replacing. I’m 5ft 7 and it was right in my face and could not be adjusted. Also on entering a notice on the bench saying our 3 night stay our room would not be serviced unless asked for. We asked and they replaced towels, tea and coffee. Very close to town which was ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waikawa Bay

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


