Marlborough Sounds, Accommodation

Easily accessible by water taxi from Picton and with no road access or TV's. Our units offer a selection of accommodation for family holidays, that open to a shared courtyard with views of the bay and provide outdoor seating and private bathrooms. There are kayaks, a rowboat and snorkelling gear for guest use. There are also indoor and outdoor games, rope swings and plenty of hammocks tucked into the bush throughout the property to relax in!

French Pass Beachfront Villas is the ideal base to explore the French Pass, D'Urville Island area. The Villas are stylish, fully self contained and well-designed for families. Surrounded by native bush overlooking the beach at French Pass village. Start your day with the sound of the sea, birdsong and magnificent ocean views - dolphins and sea birds including the rare King Shag can be seen from the comfort of your villa. Delicious home cooked meals are available using fresh produce from my organic garden. These can be delivered to the privacy of your room or enjoyed at the BBQ area with other quests.
Sea Safari Villa (sleeps 6) This contemporary well furnished downstairs villa has views of the bay and Little Nikau garden.
It has its own deck overlooking a courtyard to the sea and early morning sun. Recently renovated, the Sea Safaris Villa is fully self-contained with wheelchair access and facilities. The two bedrooms contain a queen bed and two sets of bunks, to sleep six people. A pull-down settee in the lounge will sleep a further couple.

For friendly Havelock accommodation, welcome to Havelock Motels and Motor Lodge.
With all restaurants and shops within walking distance, it's an easy place to get around.
At the Motel we Have a large heated mineral swimming pool and cedar hot tub and there are many outdoor spots to settle down for a BBQ and a glass of wine.

Rooms include sea view rooms, spa units and family rooms sleeping up to five guests.

Perfectly positioned amongst the picturesque waterways and secluded bays of the Marlborough Sounds, Peppers Portage is a very special place for families. This property offers a great base to explore, whether out walking or cycling the tracks of the legendary Queen Charlotte Sound, or simply relaxing/playing on the gorgeous beach located right out front. In summer, mountain bikes and kayaks are available for hire and there is horse-riding nearby year-round. With great accommodation options and family rooms available, three dining experiences and plenty of room to spread out your family will sleep well and eat well in the comfort of a well thought out wilderness retreat.

A beautiful Holiday Park set on just under 10 acres. Self contained units, cabins or Lodge accommodation available plus powered sites and non powered tent overlooking the gently flowing Opawa river. We have 3 communal amenity blocks with showers, toilets kitchens and laundries. Spa, bike hire, swimming pool and playground onsite.

Tranquil and quiet, smaller 4 star Qualmark rated friendly family run Holiday Park, in Picton's beautiful Waikawa Bay with the full range of accommodation from standard cabins to fully self contained Motel units. On an elevated site nestled under a hill on the sunny side of the bay with views looking out into the Queen Charlotte Sound that is full of stunning bays and scenery. A great place for the family to holiday.

Nestled in the most picturesque bay in the Marlborough Sounds, all accommodation is self-contained and you have a choice of luxurious waterfront apartments, spacious modern motel units or 2 and 3 bedroom waterfront apartments which are fully self catering with magnificent views through phoenix palms. Adding to the peaceful, tranquil atmosphere, we have wonderful gardens for our guests to relax in.

The Qualmark-rated 4.5 star hotel is located in the heart of Marlborough, and is just minutes walk from the centre of Blenheim.
Featuring interconnecting rooms for families.  All rooms feature in room controlled Air-conditioning, 42'' LCD TV, Sky TV, dedicated desk area with full Audio Visual Hub, feather mattress topper, tea and coffee making facilities, telephones, FREE WIFI, I-Pod docking station and clock radio, fridge, minibar, in room safe, iron and ironing board, bathroom mirror demister, walk in shower. Rates are for 4 people. The room caters for a maximum of 4 guests in total.

Smiths Farm offers tent and powered sites, units, cabins and two-bedroom park motels. Situated on a working beef farm there are a number of farm and bush walks to explore as well as friendly animals to meet! Bikes available for hire and we're right on the doorstep of the famous Queen Charlotte walking/biking track, Anakiwa Bay and safe swimming beaches. 20 minutes drive from Picton, wireless internet onsite.

This family-friendly motel is situated in Picton towncentre, just minutes from the foreshore, shops and restaurants, yet in a quiet street. We offer a range of accommodation with modern decor and amenities, including 5 spacious and fully self-contained family units (these are split level with open stairs). Our new, two bedroom apartment is also ideal for families - it's very roomy, with large bathroom and huge spa bath, plus lounge and full cooking facilities, and your own outdoor area. The motel's facilities include laundry and BBQ, small playground, DVDs in all units, kids' movies and toys available from reception, plenty of space for off street parking for boats and trailers, and a charge-back facility from local restaurants. Breakfast is available by arrangement, and we are happy to help you plan your stay in Picton or your onward journey.

We are a family run, 100% Kiwi operated Backpackers.
Our lovely Lodge contains not only dorm rooms, but also en suite rooms, private double and family rooms sleeping four guests.
We have free WiFi, free bike rentals, a free green shell mussel tasting (in summer season only) every night at 6:30, free tea and coffee and a free glow worm track starting just a metre from the lodge.
Enjoy the stunning views over the Marlborough Sounds from our outside deck.