Just 15 minutes by boat from Picton, The Portage Resort offers rooms with a private balcony or patio and features stunning views of the Marlborough Sounds.You can relax by the outdoor pool, go fishing...
Natalie
Australia
Such a comfortable place to stay in a spectacular location. We stayed as a group of 6, in two rooms. Everyone raved about how well they slept and how comfy the beds were and how beautiful the view from each room was.
The staff were exceptional. They went above and beyond to ensure that we enjoyed our stay
I would highly recommend The Portage Resort.
Te Mahia Bay Resort offers accommodation in Kenepuru Sounds. The resort has a barbecue and a private beach area. A TV with satellite channels.
Kate
Australia
Supposed to walk the QC track but our daughter fell ill and so we ditched the tent this section to stay here while her fever subsided the next day. It did not, so we stayed the next day, and the next day.... and eventually we had to give up walking the track at all. Spent our 4 days at Te Mahia and maybe that was a plan. It was beautifully peaceful and just a tranquil place. Accommodation is excellent, very comfortable beds, well appointed, everything you could possibly need, plenty of hot water, friendly owner, could not fault the place. Would come back with family to spend time here again. Easy to get the boat to/from Waterfall. Just an amazing view every day. Good walks up to the lookout where you can see for miles on clear days.
This luxurious retreat with views over Picton Marina offers spacious accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a fine dining restaurant. Free gourmet breakfast is included each morning.
Graham
United Kingdom
The accommodation was excellent, comfortable and homely. We had a very brief stay as we had an early start. Margaret and Bill provided an excellent packed breakfast for us.
Hopewell Lodge is in the heart of the Kenepuru Sound and is easily accessed by water taxi from Havelock and Te Mahia Bay.
Melanie
Australia
From the moment you walk into Hopewell, you get a feeling you are staying somewhere very special. After a fun and scenic little boat ride to the property (which is part of the experience of ‘leaving the world behind’), we were greeted by warm and friendly hosts and staff. We were assisted with our luggage, along a magical short / easy path through the oasis to get to our cottage. With a view to die for, our cottage was perfect in every way, clean and everything we needed (with super comfy beds!). We could tell so much care had been taken to make our stay wonderful. Do yourself a favor and order the pizzas for dinner , homemade by our hosts. They are humongous and made with delish fresh ingredients. We enjoyed them outside on a candle lit table by a toasty fire, finished off with complimentary toasted marshmallows! We changed things up to prepare our own meals on other nights which we had fun preparing in the best shared kitchen / facilities I have ever seen! There is nothing you want for.. it has everything from basic staples to sharp knives.. something you miss during travels ! (Even includes a huge, comfy living room with a toasty fireplace the staff are constantly stoking up !) We also enjoyed freshly baked homemade bread in the morning for breakfast and delicious espressos (we are from Melbourne , so takes a lot to impress us with coffee!!!). After a long journey around the South Island, we chose to take it easy at Hopewell.. easy strolls around the property to enjoy the breathtaking views, took a bike ride, played and swam in the sound shoreline with our toddler, kayaked, read a book in the hammock overlooking pristine landscape, and an evening soak in the hot tub. But you could do as little or as much as you like, with generous hosts available to help you plan activities as you desire. We found Hopewell absolutely magical, where we got lost in relaxation and making beautiful family memories together.
Set in a 40 acre private bush reserve with views down the Kenepuru Sound, Ngahere Hou Glamping offers off-the-grid eco accommodation. Continental breakfast, a hot tub and a private beach are offered....
Dave
United Kingdom
Formed one highlight of walking the Queen Charlottes Trail. Very isolated, charmingly rustic, beautiful views, relaxing outside hot tub.
Conveniently accessible by water taxi from Picton, Lochmara Lodge - 20mins by boat from Picton offers exclusive accommodation surrounded by native bush and the beach.
Chris
New Zealand
Very much appreciated Niki's friendly greeting and interaction, live her while attitude to the business and the full customer experience. It was a pleasure to meet and chat with Niki.
Situated in Waikawa, just 3.5 km from Picton in the Marlborough Sounds, Parklands Marina Holiday Park offers guests access to an outdoor pool, jumping pillow, children's playground with a trampoline.
Offering a swimming pool and a children’s playground, Picton's Waikawa Bay Holiday Park is just 7 minutes’ drive from the Interislander Ferry Terminal. Guests enjoy free on-site parking.
Sarah-Jane
New Zealand
The playground being so close! Very warm and clean.
Furneaux Lodge is located in Endeavour Inlet and has a garden and shared lounge. This resort offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The property features a restaurant.
Jennifer
Australia
Staff were great. The restaurant/bar had a cosy atmosphere and great outlook.
There is strong WiFi across the resort, which partly made up for lack of TV (rainy weather needs). Fishing off jetty was fun.
As families grow in size, so too do the needs of a family holiday. That’s why family hotels are set up to cater for all ages, from toddlers and kids to teens and adults. Typically, you can expect restaurants with kids’ menus, games rooms, fitness centres and a pool area where children can play and parents can relax.
Everything was great, staff all said hi to us with smiles, food was so tasty and cooked so good, my toblerone cocktail was so good, beautiful views, peaceful and quiet, hearing no cars or screaming kids was fab 👌
The Portage was a wonderful place to stay. The staff were fantastic, and the view was amazing, and the beds were really comfortable. The pool was wonderful, and the paddle boards and kayaks kept the kids entertained
Had a magic experience here. Will definitely return soon. The availability to use the Kayaks was awesome fun. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Highly recommend
Tarnia
Family with young children
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