Mahau Sound

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Picton showing mountains, forests and a bay or harbor
Picton showing mountains, forests and a bay or harbor
Picton featuring mountains, forests and a bay or harbor
Picton which includes a bay or harbor, mountains and forest scenes
Mahau Sound which includes general coastal views and tranquil scenes
A campsite or “bach” with views of stunning blue waters and emerald hills. Sounds great? Think Mahau Sound for your next NZ holiday.

Mahau Sound sits at the heart of the jaw-droppingly beautiful Marlborough Sounds region of the South Island. Mahau Sound may be remote, but remember the creature comforts of Havelock are just one sound away. Sample local fat green-lipped mussels to go with a glass of Marlborough white and you may never want to leave. Park your motor home at the freedom camp site in Double Bay or rent a classic Kiwi “bach” (that’s a small holiday home).

The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is P2,628 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
P2,628
P3,022 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton Foreshore are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (135 reviews)
Place was so convenient for the ferry, it looks new compared to the other backpackers hostel across the road which is grubby Nicky was so helpful Inside the walls are new , carpet new and cleaned and the kitchen great, marvellous sitting lounge TV room too

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is P6,640 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
P6,640
P7,636 total
Mar 14 - Mar 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The room was upgraded to a good sized apartment. Room had large bathroom, walk in closet, kitchen, dining room, and living room! Great patio also.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4 out of 5
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is P5,533 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
P5,533
P6,363 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (957 reviews)
Good location

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
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Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton Waterfront Apartments

4 out of 5
3/6 London Quay Picton Marlborough
Stay at this apartment in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton War Memorial are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (260 reviews)
The view was Great! The place was spacious and clean. Need a fan in the upstairs since no A/C up there. The instructions in the key box were excellent. Would be nice to mention Oxley in the description. Enjoyed our stay, great location for walking.

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Picton Waterfront Apartments
Vintners Retreat

Vintners Retreat

5 out of 5
55 Raparua Road Rapaura
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rapaura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nautilus Estate and No.1 Family Estate ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews)
Thank you for offering milk didn’t know how much of a bonus that would be. And the showers were great. Excellent pressure.

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Vintners Retreat
Picton Campervan Park

Picton Campervan Park

4.5 out of 5
42 Kent Street Picton
Stay at this campground in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Nelson Square are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (127 reviews)
Easy to check in and out, comfy and quiet room easy to access toilets/shower

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Picton Campervan Park
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