Hotels in Picton (South Island, New Zealand)

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291 hotels in Picton

  1. Picton Yacht Club Hotel

    Walkable access to ferry terminal
    See prices from 15 sites
    from$101
  2. Harbour View Motel

    Five Minute Walk to Town
    See prices from 9 sites
    from$117
  3. Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

    Book local tours at desk
    See prices from 8 sites
    from$80
  4. Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

    Ten minute walk to town
    See prices from 13 sites
    from$43
  5. Picton Beachcomber Inn

    Harbour views from guest rooms
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    from$107
  6. Broadway Motel

    Seven minute walk to ferry
    See prices from 8 sites
    from$109
  7. The Boathouse Lodge

    Fully equipped communal kitchen access
    See prices from 6 sites
    from$72
  8. Picton Waterfront Apartments

    Private Balconies With Harbour Views
    See prices from 11 sites
    from$356
  9. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

    Proximity to Picton ferry terminals
    See prices from 7 sites
    from$58
  10. Aldan Lodge Motel

    Walk to Picton waterfront attractions
    See prices from 16 sites
    from$103
  11. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel

    Waterfront units with bay views
    See prices from 7 sites
    from$198
  12. The Portage Resort

    On-site Dining at Portage Restaurant
    See prices from 14 sites
    from$211
  13. Te Mahia Bay Resort

    Tinkers Kitchen dining and cafe
    See prices from 3 sites
    from$189
  14. Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

    See prices from 2 sites
    from$86
  15. AAA Marlin Motel

    Accommodating late check-in service
    See prices from 3 sites
    from$129
  16. Sequoia Lodge Backpackers

    Arrange flexible late night check-in
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    from$43
  17. High Street Living Motel

    Central Picton shops and dining
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  18. Atlantis Backpackers

    Themed Murals And Artistic Decor
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    from$52
  19. Jasmine Court Motel

    In-Room Spa Bath Options
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    from$160
  20. Lochmara Lodge

    Book the private bathhouse experience
    See prices from 10 sites
    from$167
  21. Hopewell Lodge

    Waterfront hot tub for relaxation
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  22. Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

    Private kitchen with full appliances
    See prices from 10 sites
    from$129
  23. Escape To Picton Boutique Hotel

    Select rooms feature spa baths
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    from$354
  24. Sennen House Boutique Accommodation

    In-room continental breakfast supplies
    See prices from 8 sites
    from$214
  25. The Red Shed, Anakiwa

    Proximity to regional outdoor activities
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  26. Ngahere Hou Glamping

    Wood-fired hot tub for relaxation
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  27. Bay of Many Coves

    Daily changing five-course degustation menu
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  28. Top of the Town

    Convenient access to ferry terminal
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    from$108
  29. Smiths Farm Holiday Park

    On-site waterfall and glowworm trail
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  30. Anakiwa Lodge

    Large outdoor hot spa access
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  31. Picton Campervan Park

    Two minutes from ferry terminals
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  32. Kippilaw House

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  33. Picton House B&B and Motel

    Utilize on-site swimming pool
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  34. Koru Havenz

    Panoramic views from private terrace
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  35. Enchanted Escape

    Outdoor hot tub access available
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Picton, New Zealand: Gateway to the Marlborough Sounds

A picturesque port town at the head of the Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton is most well-known as the South Island base of the inter-island ferry service, yet new arrivals will find many reasons to linger on shore. Its harbour front is arguably the prettiest in New Zealand, while the high streets offer a tempting array of upscale boutiques, eateries, and souvenir shops featuring fine, locally-made goods. Travellers are also spoiled for choice in places to sleep; accommodations in Picton range from simple motels and backpackers’ hostels to posh four-star hotels and holiday homes on the waterfront.

Paddle your way through the Marlborough Sounds…

Picton is often called the gateway to the Marlborough Sounds, a gorgeous maze of waterways which makes up twenty percent of New Zealand’s coastline. Fringed by lush native forest thick with wildlife, the Sounds’ myriad bays, coves, and inlets are ideally suited to sea kayaks, and guided tours are available to suit all levels of fitness and experience. Fishing charters and luxury cruises also do a brisk business here every summer; trips to Marlborough’s mussel, salmon, or paua pearl farms are very popular ways to explore this beautiful area’s unique eco-system. However, travellers who are curious about what it is like to live the “island life” year-round may particularly enjoy a trip on the Beachcomber Cruises Mail Boat. The New Zealand Post has been delivered by boat for over 150 years, and the cargo has included everything from live bees to Christmas presents and school supplies. Tours depart from Monday to Saturday, with a different route and a unique set of deliveries every day.

Hike or bike the Queen Charlotte Track…

Picton is also the ideal starting point for a trek along the Queen Charlotte Track; the 70-kilometre walking and biking trail traces the island’s densely forested coastline from Ship Cove to Anakiwa, offering spectacular views over the Queen Charlotte and Kenepuru Sounds along the way. Part of Te Araroa, which runs for an impressive 3000 kilometres from Cape Reinga to Bluff, the Queen Charlotte Track is graded “moderate” for hiking, and ranges from “intermediate” to “advanced” for biking; some sections may be a bit steep or muddy, but the trail is generally well marked and maintained, with bridges over the major streams and rivers. Outdoorsy travellers can walk the entire track in four days, spending their nights at the simple, “self-serve” campsites and lodges en route. Another, decidedly more luxurious, option is to take the water taxi to one access point or another, enjoying a day’s hike or ride (and a gourmet sack lunch) before retiring to the only five-star resort hotel and spa in the Marlborough Sounds.

Dive into New Zealand’s rich maritime history…

The historic Edwin Fox is permanently docked at Picton’s Dunbar Wharf; built near Calcutta and launched in 1853, the merchant sailing vessel once carried troops to the Crimean War, convicts to Australia, and immigrants to New Zealand. Travellers are welcome to step aboard, walk the graving dock, and imagine the voyages of yore. History buffs may also enjoy a leisurely afternoon at the Picton Museum or a day trip out to the Wairau Bar. About 20 minutes from Picton by car, the Wairau Bar is one of the country’s oldest archaeological sites; artefacts discovered here date back to around 1300 AD. Guided eco-tours of this stunning area can be undertaken on foot, by kayak, or in a 4WD vehicle. Diving tours bound for Port Gore also depart from Picton. Port Gore is home to the Mikhail Lermontov, an opulent cruise ship which sunk in 1986. The Lermontov is a bucket-list wreck for advanced divers, though beginners can also come to enjoy an unspoiled reef rich with marine life.

Savour New Zealand’s greatest wine region…

With more than 140 registered wineries producing award-winning wines, Marlborough is New Zealand’s largest wine producing region. Also the sunniest and southernmost wine region in the country, Marlborough sits at the end of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail, which is temptingly billed as “380 kilometres of indulgence.” While Sauvignon Blanc is easily the Marlborough region’s greatest claim to fame, thirsty travellers will also find exceptional Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Methode Traditionelle sparkling wines. Guided half-day and full-day tours are widely available, over land or water, and some tour operators are pleased to pick up travellers anywhere in Picton for no additional charge. Johanneshof Cellars, just nine minutes from town, is a small boutique winery with a wide range of wines, all made on site with hand-harvested fruit. Its extensive underground rock cellar, the first of its kind in the country, is open for guided tours and tastings.

When to book a hotel in Picton

  • Cheapest month: August
    $121 per night
  • Yearly typical price
    $183 per night
  • Peak month: March
    $232 per night

Frequently Asked Questions about Picton

  • When is the cheapest time to book a hotel in Picton?

    August is usually the cheapest month to book a hotel in Picton, with typical prices around $121 per night based on 73 price comparisons.

  • When are hotel prices highest in Picton?

    Hotel prices in Picton are usually highest during March, with typical prices around $232 per night.

  • How much does a hotel in Picton cost per night?

    Hotel prices in Picton usually range from $102 per night to $315 per night, with typical prices around $183 per night.

  • How do hotel prices in Picton change throughout the year?

    Hotel prices in Picton are typically lowest in August at around $121 per night, rising to around $232 per night in March.

  • November

    2026

    $164
    $125 — $242
  • December

    2026

    $151
    $124 — $245
  • January

    2027

    $227
    $163 — $318
  • February

    2027

    $202
    $160 — $310
  • March

    2027

    $232
    $157 — $315
  • April

    2027

    $220
    $153 — $355
  • May

    2027

    $138
    $115 — $217
  • June

    2027

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  • July

    2027

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  • August

    2027

    $121
    $102 — $206
  • September

    2027

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  • October

    2027

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