Waikawa
Picton
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.
Picton War Memorial
Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.
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 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
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Top hotels in Waikawa
Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!
The pictures of the property don’t do justice to how beautiful and peaceful the setting is. Everything about the property oozes charm and warmth. We loved our stay here.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
The room was spotless as were all the ammenities. Very welcoming staff.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home
Great amenities for our party of six. Close enough to town. We were very comfortable
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Boathouse Lodge
We were surprised with how close this was from the Interislander baggage claim, got there in about 3mins. This was great news because our ferry was delayed due to the awful weather on the Strait. The owner was there at reception well after 9pm to let us in. The owners were also very helpful, told ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Lovely central property in Blenheim with very comfortable suite which we could have comfortably lived in for an extended period as it was a spacious apartment size with a kitchen, dining table & chairs & lounge, then a separate bedroom, separate walk in wardrobe & large bathroom. Not a typical size ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Very well equipped room. TV. Spotless sheets and towels.Central town location.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waikawa
Waikawa Bay
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa Bay, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
