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Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

3.0 star property

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A wooden table with two wine glasses, a blue chair, and a view of a lake with boats and greenery in the background.
A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn in front, set against a backdrop of hills and a starry night sky.
A marina with boats docked at wooden piers, surrounded by mountains.
A reception building with a sign, a car parked in front, and a lake with boats in the background.
A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, two white pillows, and a striped pillow. There are two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Explore the area

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303 Waikawa Road, Picton, Marlborough, 7220
  • Place, beach near Waikawa Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikawa Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Domain
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (on Waterfront)

A living room with two grey sofas, a small wooden side table, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (on Waterfront)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (on Waterfront)

A room with a large window overlooking a lake and hills, featuring a round table with chairs, a TV on a stand, and a small side table.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (on Waterfront)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Sea View

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and chairs. There is a large window providing a view of a lake and boats.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for One-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a lake.

One-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View

A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, two pillows, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Picton

At Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Picton Harbour and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Picton Museum. Highlights at this beachfront motel include a private beach, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .Enjoy access to sailing, scuba-diving and snorkelling. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Waikawa motel, you'll be 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Waitohi Recreational Reserve and 4.4 km (2.8 mi) from Picton Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • beach near Waikawa Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waikawa Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Waikawa Jetty - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victoria Domain - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Picton Harbour - 11 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sisu Eatery and Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Toastie Lords - Picton - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Oxley's Bar & Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Simply step outside to unwind on the motel's beach. Have fun in the sun at Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton with summer activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving and sailing.

Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach motel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Picton motel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton offers 7 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Picton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton?

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton?

As of 1 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton on 2 Aug 2026 start from AU$101, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton?

Yep, Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton has a free self car park.

What makes Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton a romantic place to stay?

A private beach and couples dining, as well as private patios in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton.

Is Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a private beach and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton?

No, Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, enjoyed the water views, walking to local eating joint
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a stunning location. Well maintained property, just a short walk to the marina, and drive into Picton.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Amazing views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice clean rooms, quiet location with great view of the marina. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb position right on the waterfront in private North-facing section. Views of the bay and ridges on beach side. Lots of birds & birdsong. Immaculately clean, well-maintained and well-equipped.
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hosts, modern, peaceful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view overlooking the water. A lovely peaceful setting. Breakfast is not offered so being your own or head into town to find a cafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Perfect Location

We had an amazing 2 night stay. The location was peaceful, unit was beautifully presented and the friendly welcome made us feel right at home. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location and a nice clean place. Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Søren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great outlook and grass area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
What a lovely motel. Clean, quiet, and amazing staff. Would stay again in a heart beat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location, friendly staff, clean and quite motel with great facilities. Bed was rather firm!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great outlook.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a short drive into town, this place is really quiet and pretty. There is a pub on the waterfront within a 20min walk that is open all day. A lovely peaceful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Views

Secluded property in a residential area but just 5 mins from Picton town center. Fantastic views of the Bay from living room. Staff is very welcoming and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - waterfront - quiet. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful find, will certainly return for a much longer stay. Not too far from the centre of town and is fully equipped to be totally self contained,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rachel and her family took great care of us. We could have stayed longer as this was a great base from which to explore Picton and the surrounding area,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent, nice size. Views are excellent and bathroom had hot shower with good pressure. The host Rachel was lovely and went above and beyond to be helpful. Really recommend this spot!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely sta. Unit had everything we needed and very spacious
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully situated overlooking the marina. Spotlessly clean and well-equipped with easy parking. Short drive to Picton centre or a walk to the local restaurant/pub to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location,beautiful private spot. Clean,quiet, good laundry facilities. 10 minutes to downtown. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location and away from the main part of town yet very accessible. Self contained so option to self cater or eat out - or do both. Great walks short and long from this location and the views are forever changing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023