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 walkable 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.

Picton Foreshore
Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
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.
Waitohi Recreational Reserve
Enjoy an outing to Waitohi Recreational Reserve during your stay in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Things to do

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Top hotels in Waikawa Bay

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Excellent location. Amazing views.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Beachside Sunnyvale Motel. Colin and Tomoko were incredible hosts, and we couldn’t be more grateful for their kindness. Tomoko welcomed us so warmly and was extremely accommodating, especially as she helped us at the last minute after our original accommodation ...
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
We have stayed here before. Clean room. Free self serve breakfast, cooking facilities. Very close to ferry terminals, waterfront, shops and cafes. Would recommend
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Everything was ok until the shower. There was no soap. Liquid container was empty. When checking out I mentioned it. The receptionist was more intent on writing a note to housekeeping than talking to me. It was oh sorry we let it get empty until filling it. My fault apparently I should have rung ...
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Good location for walking around town
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
The location is stunning, we had a room looking over the harbour. Room was clean, spacious, good bed, dark curtains, lift available to get upstairs with luggage. I would have loved ground coffee option instead of the instant coffee, particularly because it was a more expensive room. Staff was friendly ...
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waikawa Bay

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

