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Beachcomber Inn Picton

Hotel in Picton

Set overlooking Picton Harbour, Beachcomber Inn Picton offers an outdoor pool, free parking and free WiFi. It is 800 metres from Picton Ferry Terminal and 400 metres from the Picton Train Station.

J
JM
From
Canada
The location of the hotel and its view over the harbour were outstanding. Best location in town. 1 block from main street without the noise of cars.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,841 reviews
Price from
US$156.65
1 night, 2 adults

Ferrylink Motel

Hotel in Picton

Located in Picton, within 1.6 km of Picton Memorial Park Beach and 1.7 km of Shelley Beach, Ferrylink Motel provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

W
Wendy
From
Netherlands
The nice person who checked us in. She did not mind that we where a bit early. Clean room and bathroom. The bed was nice and soft. There was electrical kitchen material so you could make your own dinner. Nice and quit en nearby the ferry and city centre.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Price from
US$109.09
1 night, 2 adults

The Portage Resort

Hotel in Portage

Just one and a half hour drive from Picton, The Portage Resort offers rooms with a private balcony or patio and features stunning views of the Marlborough Sounds.You can relax by the outdoor pool, go...

J
Jeffery
From
New Zealand
Views great, dinner had limited but good choices, rooms suited our party makeup, peaceful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews
Price from
US$218.77
1 night, 2 adults

Escape To Picton Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Picton

Escape To Picton Boutique Hotel has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Picton.

W
Wojciech
From
Poland
This is the hotel where you feel like at home from the first step. Elisabeth welcomed us with a glass of wine and some cheese. The room reminds the bedroom in the palace. Everything is in a very good taste and quality. Lovely small hotel. Biggest asset of this place is staff. Elisabeth takes care of you from entry till departure. She also prepared excellent breakfast for us. Thanks 🙏
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
US$276.93
1 night, 2 adults

Edit Picton

Hotel in Picton

Overlooking the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds, we’re just moments from Waikawa Bay Marina, the ferry terminal, and Picton’s vibrant centre.

R
Roberta
From
Netherlands
The breakfast was great and the staff were very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,658 reviews
Price from
US$85.60
1 night, 2 adults

Picton Waterfront Apartments

Hotel in Picton

Picton Waterfront Apartments offer spacious, modern, self-contained accommodation in the heart of Picton.

S
Shyamala
From
India
First took the 4 bedroom apartment. then visited again with a friend and took the 2 bedroom apartment. It was spotless with a fantastic view of the water.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,398 reviews
Price from
US$200.28
1 night, 2 adults

Moana BnB, Picton

Hotel in Picton

Located in Picton, Moana BnB, Picton provides accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay.

S
Sueby
From
Australia
Very friendly host, breakfast was lovely, rooms were spotless with high quality linen. We were welcomed warmly with great suggestions for dining options.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$95.95
1 night, 2 adults

Enchanted Escape

Hotel in Picton

Enchanted Escape is a recently renovated guest house in Picton, where guests can make the most of its garden and bar. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

M
Martin
From
Germany
Great appartment with every kind of comfort you can want. Great that we were able to User also the private irish pub.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews
Price from
US$89.51
1 night, 2 adults

Koru Havenz

Hotel in Picton

Set in Picton, Marlborough region, Koru Havenz is situated 1.8 km from Shelley Beach. The property has garden and city views, and is 1.5 km from Picton Memorial Park Beach.

A
AJ
From
New Zealand
The property is always very clean and tidy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Price from
US$139.86
1 night, 2 adults

Oxley's Superior Apartment

Hotel in Picton

Situated in Picton, 100 metres from Picton Memorial Park Beach and 500 metres from Shelley Beach, Oxley's Superior Apartment offers barbecue facilities and air conditioning.

F
Faith
From
Cayman Islands
The location was perfect. The lady that we dropped the keys off to us was a gem! She even took our luggage plus our elderly traveler to the airport. We will always remember her kindness!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Price from
US$246.16
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
The resort Bay of Many Coves lies hidden away in a bay by the same name in the Queen Charlotte Sound part of the spectacular Marlborough Sounds. It is a jewel, truly a luxury resort very well worth the price. Amazing attention to detail showed up in all areas, from the comfort of the apartment to the nightly turn-down service to the availability of little snacks all day long and much more. The staff was friendly and sociable and very capable of sensing when some assistance would be helpful. I especially appreciated the gentle attention I received during mealtimes - which is important to a solo traveler. Which brings me to the meals! Breakfast was delicious and offered many choices while the evening meals were just superb. I had signed up for the 5 course package and was impressed with every dish: flavor, variety, presentation, use of local products when possible ... Michelin worthy! Bay of Many Coves also has some wonderful trails to explore. The view from their Lookout Point is well worth the steep climb (the resort provides hiking poles: take them along). I also checked out a kayak one day and enjoyed exploring the bay and checking out the Pied Shags (karuhiruhi - cormorants) in their nests, feeding their almost grown chicks. I had an unforgettable 3 days stay!
Guest review by
Summer
United States
From US$38.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,270 reviews
What a fantastic holiday park. I arrived late, but all instructions on email were clear, so i got my keys, site map and info with no problems. Parking was no problem either, right near my site. The room was lovely - double bed and a 2x bunk. Kettle and coffees and teas were provided. Fresh fluffy towels too. Communal kitchen was spotless. The shower and toilet block was immaculate and a powerful refreshing shower too. Theres a tv lounge, even a swimming pool, large outside chess board, kids area and bbq area. Its also a very very short drive to the Picton ferry. I would happily stay again. First class!
Guest review by
Spencer
Jersey
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
This is the hotel where you feel like at home from the first step. Elisabeth welcomed us with a glass of wine and some cheese. The room reminds the bedroom in the palace. Everything is in a very good taste and quality. Lovely small hotel. Biggest asset of this place is staff. Elisabeth takes care of you from entry till departure. She also prepared excellent breakfast for us. Thanks 🙏
Guest review by
Wojciech
Poland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,137 reviews
Location excellent as it is central, so near to shops and amenities. Less than 5 minutes’ walk to the ferry terminal check in and short walk to car rentals. Property has a well equipped kitchenette. Quite comfortable, cosy and quiet place. Special thanks to Kent for kindly allowing us to check in early as my husband was a bit unwell.
Guest review by
Ai Ling
Singapore
From US$59.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 588 reviews
Every corner of this hostel is thoughtfully designed, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The bed was super comfortable, The receptionist was also very friendly and helpful, making check-in smooth and pleasant. A great place to stay—highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Guest review by
DAN LI
China
From US$125.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
Fabulous views in a stunning location. Every possible detail for guest comfort attended to, including a lovely foot soak for tired walkers coming off the Queen Charlotte Track at the end of a days hike.
Guest review by
Gail
Canada
From US$96.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,912 reviews
Great location and very comfortable motel. Owner very nice and helpful. The cottage has everything you need. Thank you for a nice stay and greetings from Magdalena and Janek from Poland!!!
Guest review by
Jan
Poland
From US$95.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,642 reviews
The towel display was lovely. All the shampoos and soaps are 5 star standard. It's like staying at a5 star hotel . The location is good too with the supermart just across the road.
Guest review by
aileen
Singapore
From US$139.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 786 reviews
The rooms are fully equipped. French Window look out on the beautiful harbour, and it is refreshing to look out at the sunrise in the morning. I really recommend this place.
Guest review by
Lee
China
From US$61.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
The room was very clean, and the bed was super comfortable. I only spent the night there while waiting for my ferry to Wellington, but I had a very good rest.
Guest review by
Matias
Argentina
From US$167.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,400 reviews
First took the 4 bedroom apartment. then visited again with a friend and took the 2 bedroom apartment. It was spotless with a fantastic view of the water.
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Shyamala
India
From US$117.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,841 reviews
The location of the hotel and its view over the harbour were outstanding. Best location in town. 1 block from main street without the noise of cars.
Guest review by
JM
Canada
From US$128.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,451 reviews
Excellent location for connecting to the ferry and very hospitable welcome.
Guest review by
Ralph
France
From US$119.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Absolutely amazing stay. Highly reccomend, lovely scenery and people!
Guest review by
Max
United States
From US$95.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,658 reviews
The breakfast was great and the staff were very friendly.
Guest review by
Roberta
Netherlands
From US$155.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,475 reviews
Location. Size of apartment. Clean. Great beds.
Guest review by
A.T.M.
Netherlands
From US$132.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Everything was great ! Views are fabulous
Guest review by
Katerina
Ukraine
From US$137.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 861 reviews
Lovely, helpful staff. Central location.
Guest review by
Tom Shanagarry
Ireland

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10

Smooth ferry ride and beautiful views.

Smooth ferry ride and beautiful views. Cute, peaceful and walkable town. Enjoyed dinners at Thirsty Pig and Pinch of Spice. Views from Marina a dream. Easy hikes at Harborview track and Bob's Bay. Nice place to relax before heading onto Marlborough Sounds. Had one overcast/rainy afternoon but otherwise good weather in November.
Guest review by
Amy
Taiwan
10

I loved the remoteness of where we stayed, yet the sense of...

I loved the remoteness of where we stayed, yet the sense of being safe and looked after by the locals. The views and natural environment are sublime. The only permitted way to get here is currently by boat as the road has been damaged by a storm and is only allowed to be used by residents' and service vehicles. This makes it very safe to walk up the road to tracks into the wonderlands the area has to offer. The walks vary from fairly easy to somewhat taxing. Some of the tracks have a challenging gradient if you are not used to walking, and would be more difficult if they are wet. Having said that, we are 'senior citizens' with average fitness and we managed to summit the Onahau lookout (416 meters / 1368 feet) above sea level) and return in one piece.
Guest review by
Tom
New Zealand
8.0

The Portage was a lovely place to stay, the views were...

The Portage was a lovely place to stay, the views were amazing and the staff extremely helpful. We were dissapointed about only 1 restaurant being open, and therefore not a large selection to choose from. We would recommend asking in advance, if they can make up a sharing platter, as this is not on the menu, and when we asked, they mentioned we should have ordered in advance. The beautiful view from the deck totally lends itself to drinking and grazing on a delicious platter. The kids loved the kayaks and paddle boards. We would recommend booking a transfer and taking a picnic to a secluded beach - we had a wonderful time.
Guest review by
Travellers05
New Zealand
10

Lochmara Bay has so much to see and do and has beautiful...

Lochmara Bay has so much to see and do and has beautiful scenery. Peaceful and quiet if you don't mind the odd speedboat or jetski. Lochmara Lodge is a fantastic option for people stopping in from tramping on the Queen Charlotte Track or visiting by boat (20 mins from Picton) - the accommodation was excellent as was the food and activities on offer. They even take your bags boat to door and back! Activities include roaming the stunning gardens with unusual forest artwork, enjoying the wildlife in the forest and marine life from the viewing boat, feeding the animals, kayaking, swimming when warm enough, lying in the hammocks!!! Big shout out to the staff who work hard and are helpful and friendly.
Guest review by
Anonymous
New Zealand
8.0

We did the Queen Charlotte s walk and staying in the lodge...

We did the Queen Charlotte s walk and staying in the lodge was such a treat for us. They offer pack lunch to rake away for the people doing the track which is really helpfull and there is an outdoor spa available.
Guest review by
Gaelle
New Zealand
10

What a fabulous hideaway Ngahere Hou is!!

What a fabulous hideaway Ngahere Hou is!! If you're after a rustic glamping experience, then this is perfect. We loved the garden setting, the views into Kenepuru Sound, the outdoor shower area (sadly didn't get to try the shower as we availed ourselves the wood-fired hot tub - sooo good!), and the separate kitchen / dining hut. After a long day of hiking, we were really happy to sit in the sunny kitchen hut and just relax with a cup of tea. Super happy we had the whole area to ourselves (to be honest, I wouldn't want to share this area with other guests who may be staying in the yurt). Would definitely have liked to stay an extra night and enjoy this beautiful spot for a while longer. Breakfast the next morning was fantastic, with gluten-free bread (!!!), croissants (not gf but the husband says they were very good), bacon, eggs, orange juice, and a ton of cereal options in the cupboard! The only (slight) negative for me would be that I found the bed a bit too soft but the husband thought it was great and found it very comfy. If you're hiking to Ngahere Hou from the Queen Charlotte Track: it's in a perfect position distance-wise between Punga Cove and Mistletoe Bay (what we did). It's about a half hour off the track, down the slope into Kenepuru Sound. The climb up the next morning was a killer, you do need to be reasonably fit but after that, the rest of the day/trek will feel almost easy!
Guest review by
R&K
8.0

We had only 1 night in Picton because the road had been cut...

We had only 1 night in Picton because the road had been cut by wild weather and bushfires. No reduction in price was offered. We had hoped to spend a day in Nelson, but did not have time. The Picton area is very picturesque, and well worth visiting.
Guest review by
Audrey
Australia
10

The peaceful environment and the time to relax in beautiful...

The peaceful environment and the time to relax in beautiful surroundings. Lovely environment to just chill out and away from stress. Take a tour with Phil through the sounds on his boat. Sports massage with Julie is awesome too.
Guest review by
Karen
New Zealand
8.0

Stunning location and very cool property that is perfect for...

Stunning location and very cool property that is perfect for families. Be careful with exploring- we had an accident. Loved the paddle-boarding and glow-worms. Very patchy internet connections. Views from the rooms wonderful. Cafe has good food and coffee although pricey. I would bring more food to self-cater another time. Appreciated access to a laundry.
Guest review by
Claire
New Zealand
10

No one told us that we should have caught the Ferry to Punga...

No one told us that we should have caught the Ferry to Punga Cove from Picton. We drove for hours only to find out that the road was closed for maintenance. Very annoying and we had to wait for hours to drive through a very short window of time to get through. Apparently Booking.com was told by the property, but the Booking.com did not tell us. Disappointing!
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