Mahau Sound

A campsite or “bach” with views of stunning blue waters and emerald hills. Sounds great? Think Mahau Sound for your next NZ holiday.

Mahau Sound sits at the heart of the jaw-droppingly beautiful Marlborough Sounds region of the South Island. Mahau Sound may be remote, but remember the creature comforts of Havelock are just one sound away. Sample local fat green-lipped mussels to go with a glass of Marlborough white and you may never want to leave. Park your motor home at the freedom camp site in Double Bay or rent a classic Kiwi “bach” (that’s a small holiday home).

Explore Mahau Sound

Mabel Island

Resting in the still waters of Picton Harbour is a tiny island, named after the daughter of the governor that chose Picton’s name.

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

Near the tip of New Zealand's South Island lies a small town that is your gateway to many awesome adventures.

Picton War Memorial

Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.

Picton Harbour

Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.

Havelock

The “Green-lipped Mussel Capital of the World” in the heart of the Marlborough Sounds makes the most of nature’s gifts.

Where to stay in Mahau Sound

Chateau Marlborough

Cnr High and Henry Streets

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Blenheim hotel is located near the airport, within a 5-minute walk of Seymour Square, Millennium Art Gallery, and Marlborough Convention Centre. Pollard Park and Marlborough Art Society are also within 15 minutes.

Picton Yacht Club Hotel

25 Waikawa RoadMarlborough, Marlborough

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Picton Harbour and Picton Ferry Terminal. Picton War Memorial and Picton Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

65 Alfred Street

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in the heart of Blenheim, this luxury hotel is steps from Seymour Square and Millennium Art Gallery. Marlborough Convention Centre and Marlborough Art Society are also within 10 minutes.

Broadway Motel

113 High Street

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in the heart of Picton, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Picton Museum and Picton Harbour. Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Jasmine Court Motel

78 Wellington Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the airport, this eco-friendly motel is within a 15-minute walk of Picton Harbour and Picton Ferry Terminal. Picton War Memorial and Picton Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Two Tree Lodge

24 Nelson Street

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Mayfield, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Pollard Park, Marlborough Art Society, and Seymour Square. Millennium Art Gallery and Marlborough Convention Centre are also within 10 minutes.

Marlborough Vintners Accommodation

190 Rapaura RoadBlenheim, Blenheim

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the airport, this luxury hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Renwick Museum and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Cellier Le Brun. Hans Herzog Estate and Wairau River are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Quality Hotel Marlborough

20 Nelson St

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Mayfield, this golf hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Marlborough Convention Centre, Seymour Square, and Millennium Art Gallery. Pollard Park and Marlborough Art Society are also within 15 minutes.

Picton Beachcomber Inn

27 Waikawa Road

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in the heart of Picton, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Picton Harbour and Picton Ferry Terminal. Picton War Memorial and Picton Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Olde Mill House B&B

9 Wilson Street

Rated 4.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Renwick, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Renwick Museum and Cellier Le Brun. Fromm Winery and Seresin are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Knightsbridge Court Motor Lodge

112 Middle Renwick Road

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Springlands, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marlborough Art Society, Pollard Park, and Millennium Art Gallery. Seymour Square and Marlborough Convention Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km).

The Villa

34 Auckland St.

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in the heart of Picton, this beach hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Picton Museum and Picton Ferry Terminal. Picton Foreshore and EcoWorld Aquarium are also within 5 minutes.

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Cities near Mahau Sound

Picton

Near the tip of New Zealand's South Island lies a small town that is your gateway to many awesome adventures.

Havelock

The “Green-lipped Mussel Capital of the World” in the heart of the Marlborough Sounds makes the most of nature’s gifts.

Wellington

As the New Zealand capital, Wellington has all the cool museums, gardens and heritage buildings, but its arty vibe is what makes this windy city über cool.

Westport

For a humble fishing and mining town, Westport does a great job of standing out, although its biggest attractions actually hide under the surface.

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