Hotels on the beach in Marlborough, New Zealand

• 1 Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Waikawa Bay

  Guest Rating 9.4

  
  • This hotel has a private beach area

  Offering a stunning waterfront location, Bay Vista Waterfront Motel features accommodations alongside Picton's beautiful Waikawa Bay. It is 5 minutes drive from Picton township but only a 5 minute walk to the the local restaurant located at Waikawa Marina. All accommodations boast a patio with panoramic waterfront views. The spacious apartments feature an LCD TV with 50+ satellite channels and a fully equipped kitchen. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel provides free private parking for cars and trailer boats. Show full description

  Address 303-307 Waikawa Road Show on map
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• 2 Rarangi Seaview On the Beach B&B Blenheim

  Guest Rating 9.3

  

  Rarangi Seaview on the Beach Bed and Breakfast is located 26 km from Picton and 17 km from Blenheim. The property is just a 20-minute drive to many of Marlborough's wineries and cellar doors. The room includes a seating area with flat screen TV and DVD player. For your comfort there are free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is a spa bath and shower featured in the bathroom. A small refrigerator as well as coffee/tea making facilities are provided. A continental breakfast of cereal, fruit, toast, condiments and juice is provided. Wake up to the beautiful views of Cloudy Bay looking over to the North Island. The nearest Airport is Woodbourne 18 km from the property. Show full description

  Address 164 RARANGI BEACH ROAD RD 3 Show on map

  • Tennis court
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• 3 Furneaux Lodge Endeavour Inlet

  Guest Rating 9.1

  

  Furneaux Lodge is located in Endeavor Inlet and has a garden and shared lounge. This resort offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The property features a restaurant. All guest rooms at the resort are equipped with a seating area. All rooms come with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower, while some rooms have a kitchen. Guest rooms will provide guests with an oven. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes continental and buffet options. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at Furneaux Lodge. Furneaux Lodge has no road access. Scheduled water taxis travel from Picton to Furneaux Lodge Picton is 17 mi from the accommodations. The nearest airport is Marlborough Airport, 34 mi from Furneaux Lodge. Show full description

  Address Private Bag 381 Show on map

  • Pool tables
  • Water sports facility
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• 4 Punga Cove Resort Endeavour Inlet

  Guest Rating 8.6

  
  • This hotel has a private beach area

  Facing the beachfront, Punga Cove Resort offers 4-star accommodations in Endeavour Inlet and has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also features a bar, as well as a hot tub. Each room is equipped with a balcony with sea views and free WiFi. At the resort, the rooms have a patio. All rooms include an electric tea pot and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms also offer a kitchenette equipped with a fridge. At Punga Cove Resort rooms come with a seating area. You can play table tennis at the accommodation, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Marlborough Airport is 58 miles from the property. Show full description

  Address Queen Charlotte Sound Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Ping pong tables
  • Water sports facility
  • Pets are welcome
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