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Picton Foreshore

Picton Foreshore

Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Foreshore
Picton War Memorial

Picton War Memorial

Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.

Picton War Memorial
Edwin Fox Museum

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.

Edwin Fox Museum

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.

Waikawa Marina

Picton Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Picton Museum in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Museum

Lookout

Find out about the history of Picton when you spend time at Lookout. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Lookout

Things to do

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

฿3,381
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Delivery from mail boat postie skipper

Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise

฿2,630
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

฿3,156
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

฿1,991
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

฿2,066
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Native Birds up close

Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island

฿4,095
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island
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Top hotels in Waikawa

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 out of 5
384 Waikawa Road Picton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,407 per night from 22 May to 23 May
฿2,407
฿2,768 total
22 May - 23 May
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
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

3 out of 5
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is ฿2,346 per night from 25 May to 26 May
฿2,346
฿2,698 total
25 May - 26 May
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! (172 reviews)
Just a stunning location. Well maintained property, just a short walk to the marina, and drive into Picton.

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is ฿2,393 per night from 17 May to 18 May
฿2,393
฿2,752 total
17 May - 18 May
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean, comfortable room. Good location, walkable to restaurants and bars.

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is ฿1,433 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿1,433
฿1,648 total
27 May - 28 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Picton Foreshore and Picton Museum are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (207 reviews)
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

The Boathouse Lodge
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4 out of 5
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is ฿1,945 per night from 16 May to 17 May
฿1,945
฿2,237 total
16 May - 17 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Everything was as advertised.

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

3 out of 5
27 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿2,262 per night from 17 May to 18 May
฿2,262
฿2,602 total
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Very cute, basic lodging. Room was nicely laid out, with a walkout to the patio. It's super quiet, as is most of Picton, especially in early May as winter approaches. Easy walk to restaurants and sites. Loved my stay and would definitely recommend!

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
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Waikawa Bay

5/5(1 area review)

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

Waikawa Bay

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