Title: Visit Waikawa Bay: Best of Waikawa Bay, Picton Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Waikawa Bay](https://expedia.ca/Waikawa-Bay-Picton-Hotels.0-n553248633981724527-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Things to do in Picton](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Picton.d9370.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Waikawa Bay Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Waikawa-Bay.d553248633981724527.Car-Rental-Guide)[Waikawa Bay Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Waikawa-Bay.d553248633981724527.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Waikawa Bay ## Picton ## Visit Waikawa Bay Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Picton travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Picton.dx9370) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560906768/60882bb2-b60c-4fe5-981a-b8ff1a8ddf9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Picton Ferry Terminal 4/5(33 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Picton-Ferry-Terminal-Picton.d553248621560906768.Vacation-Attraction) ![Picton featuring a bay or harbour, sailing and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149720621/8b114f3d-040a-44ce-8e22-f4a62dd34791.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Picton Foreshore 4.5/5(11 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Picton-Foreshore-Picton.d553248635149720621.Vacation-Attraction) ![Edwin Fox Museum which includes a bay or harbour, mountains and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6313768/bb70fd6d-0257-468e-ad19-c54c9f6c673a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Edwin Fox Museum 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Edwin-Fox-Museum-Picton.d6313768.Vacation-Attraction) ![Picton War Memorial which includes heritage architecture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112780/fa700e4f-9ce9-4cb0-96d9-02a208457ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Picton War Memorial Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound. [](https://expedia.ca/Picton-War-Memorial-Picton.d6112780.Vacation-Attraction) #### Waikawa Marina 4.5/5(4 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Waikawa Marina. Discover the cafes in this walkable area, or seek out the sailing opportunities. [](https://expedia.ca/Waikawa-Marina-Picton.d553248633938911891.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nelson Square You can learn about the history of Picton with a visit to Nelson Square. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Nelson-Square-Picton.d6313758.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Seafood Odyssea Cruise in Marlborough Sounds](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393753/825a58ec-5467-4036-816f-3f12ea545cee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton CA $148 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/seafood-odyssea-marlborough-sounds-cruise-from-picton.a1393753.activity-details) ![Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393867/d0e9709a-38e0-49e0-a6ee-1fa51ef3cfdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton CA $87 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-cruise-in-marlborough-sounds-from-picton.a1393867.activity-details) ![Cougar Line Jetty Arrival Cruise Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4822579/5a1f7f7c-e923-437c-a9b4-f67b3ec2eba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise CA $91 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/35-hour-marlborough-sounds-delivery-cruise.a4822579.activity-details) ![Delivery from mail boat postie skipper ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393011/f668b741-87c9-411a-ad32-e5233bc1ae79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise CA $115 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-iconic-mail-boat-cruise.a1393011.activity-details) ![Fun Fully Guided Adventure ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307136/e43f9950-2dc9-4e97-b836-c42b5e45a67e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise CA $138 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/marlborough-sounds-ultimate-cruise.a1307136.activity-details) ![E-Ko at the Beach ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307141/a92df2e0-8171-49d9-b351-a6a20fdb7156.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise CA $138 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/captain-cook-and-dolphin-cruise.a1307141.activity-details) [See all activities in Picton](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Picton.d9370.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals ![Waikawa Bay Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626300/9626206/d7e52777_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waikawa Bay Holiday Park 5 Waimarama Street Picton CA $130 CA $151 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday park in Picton. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (160 reviews) The room was spotless as were all the ammenities. Very welcoming staff. Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=9626206&PinnedHotelID=9626206&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629600/9629523/f101c2e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton 303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough CA $179 CA $206 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (167 reviews) I had an amazing stay here during my five-week Oceania trip. My first night was unexpected—I needed an ambulance to the local hospital after a fall on the ferry—but the staff at Bay Vista were incredibly attentive throughout the whole ordeal. They checked on me during the ambulance visit and followed ... Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=9629523&PinnedHotelID=9629523&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![Carnmore Chateau Marlborough](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/8f917a5f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carnmore Chateau Marlborough Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim CA $167 CA $193 total Mar 7 - Mar 8 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! (1,004 reviews) Modern, clean, but no microwave. Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=2593061&PinnedHotelID=2593061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![The Boathouse Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/6c9a20ac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Boathouse Lodge 9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough CA $59 CA $69 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 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 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=111105698&PinnedHotelID=111105698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624321/e59fb4a7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel 32 High Street (Main Street) Picton CA $126 CA $146 total Mar 12 - Mar 13 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 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=9624321&PinnedHotelID=9624321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) ![Picton Beachcomber Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/c8ecaab0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Picton Beachcomber Inn 27 Waikawa Road Picton CA $178 CA $206 total Feb 19 - Feb 20 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Picton ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Very clean room. Beautiful views of the harbor. Restaurant at the property with nice views. Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=988708&PinnedHotelID=988708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248633981724527) [See all 250 properties in Waikawa Bay](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248633981724527) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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