Harbour View Motel

Property class: 4.5

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Sea View Deluxe Studio | View from room
Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View | Living room
Panoramic Studio, Sea View
Aerial view
Front of property – evening/night

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May

Explore the area

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30 Waikawa Road, Picton, 7250
  • Place, Picton Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Foreshore
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Panoramic Studio, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Sea View Deluxe Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Panoramic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Panoramic Studio, Multiple Beds, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Picton

Harbour View Motel puts you in the heart of Picton, steps from Picton Harbour and within a 10-minute stroll of Picton War Memorial. Highlights at this motel include in-room washers/dryers, free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, express check-in and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Picton motel include Picton Museum and Picton Foreshore.

What's nearby

  • Picton Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Picton Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Picton Foreshore - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sisu Eatery and Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Le Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Toastie Lords - Picton - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oxley Rock - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Harbour View Motel also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Picton motel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2001
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Harbour View Motel offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature washers/dryers and a safe. 36-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Picton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. 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

Things to do

  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 available for NZD 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Harbour View Motel Picton
Harbour View Picton
Harbour View Motel Motel
Harbour View Motel Picton Hotel Picton
Harbour View Motel Picton
Harbour View Motel Motel Picton

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Harbour View Motel?

Harbour View Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbour View Motel?

As of 20 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbour View Motel on 2 May 2026 start from AU$123, 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 Harbour View Motel?

Yep, Harbour View Motel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is Harbour View Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as on-site mini golf and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Harbour View Motel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Harbour View Motel?

No, Harbour View Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Harbour View Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Harbour View Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Harbour View Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 666 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Willem

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean good rooms, comfortable. Communication beforehand was non-existent. Asked about parking on the premises for trailer and had no response. Get to the property and had to struggle as parking was a nightmare to get a trailer in and up the very tight driveway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was quiet,great view of the harbour from our balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view, clean room but... blind missing from entry door, so not possible to darken room, and lumpy uncomfortable couch. I've stayed in other rooms at this motel and not had these problems.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Laundry service machines old and in an unusual location. Did not use.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hongyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful panorama view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean, the harbor view was incredible, and we watched a beautiful sunset over the mountains! The only thing to note, is it is on a steep hill which is a little tricky driving up to the hotel parking, so we parked on the street, which was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a beautiful view from the balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The location was amazing, great selection of tv channels, and staff was very friendly. There was no air conditioning, therefore it was really warm while we were in Picton in the rooms (even with the windows open). That really hampered our enjoyment of the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Julia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, amazing views, difficult parking. In room we booked for 4 people with 1 bed and 1 fold out couch, there was no bedding or pillows for foldout couch. Bed lamp was broken. Pretty expensive in peak season.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

M

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a dirty disgusting hotel, firstly nice and polite, dropped our bag off and out for dinner, returned an hour later, decided to make a cuppa, took the lid off the kettle and wow what a shock to see brown slimy substance clinging to the sides, no way, decided to look further, opened the microwave to the most disgusting one ever, absolutely filthy and looked like it had been like it for a very long time, opened the draws to defined 3 out of 4 had mouse droppings, (shut) nearly threw up, same mouse phase been above the shower dome and pooped everywhere, fan had grown so much mould it gardly did its job, the hairdryer worked intermittently and had no testing tag, clearly was not safe, the bed was unbelievably the worst ever and should have been in a skip 25 years ago, absolutely shocking, could not get hold of anyone dispute numerous attempts, called in the morning to have a Indian fella be in total denial who put the phone down on more than one occasion. Be warned this place is so so bad, one of the worst places in New Zealand ever had to stay in, forced to stay as last minute due to our motorhome having a problem, never ever again and would rather stay on a park bench than stay at this health risk. Beware stay at your own peril.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Vinay

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
there was not hot water facility, staff advised that the gas cylinder was empty, which was not what we expected from the management.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Lynda

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view and bed was great but lots of broken and shabby furnishings. Cleaning staff sitting at entrance vaping.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and clean and had a lovely view. The staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Room was clean, I had to get coffee sachets and milk from the main reception fridge as they were not re-stocked. Having the convection cook top was very useful , we had a great breakfast. The one negative was that there were not enough electric sockets in the room by the beds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place , nice staff just brush up on your parking skills before arriving.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dr Deepak

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room offered was not as shown in the photos. I booked the room because the photos were good. When asked about the room as shown in photos. The owner of the hotel advised that he bought the hotel 1 month ago and he does not know why the front photos are in Expedia website. I dropped the key and left the room as it was dusty and not as expected. It is a mouldy room. It was a difficult decision to leave the room and run to find another hotel at 8 pm but it was not liveable so had to rush out. I donot know if Expedia will refund or not and also it’s difficult to communicate with Expedia but the hotel owner told that he will let Expedia know to refund me. Hopeful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great location and helpful service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was stunning and it is in a perfect location. The staff were very helpful and ensured that we had late night access as our arrival was delayed by 6 hours due to a problem with the ferry. The property had everything we needed for our short self-catering stay. We are happy to recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyle, Kanata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025