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A covered outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a glass table, overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, candles, and a view of the outdoors.

A beach with a wooden walkway leading to a small structure, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, and an exit door leading to a balcony.

1. Punga Cove Resort

Punga Cove

Sandra

S$202

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A balcony with wicker furniture, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a turquoise sea and green hills.

A modern house with large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a lake.

An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple houses, a beach, and lush greenery.

A dining area with a view of a lake and mountains, featuring wooden tables and chairs, wine glasses, and menus.

2. The Portage Resort

Portage

ivanka

S$207

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A tropical resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, leading towards a body of water with hills in the background.

A neatly made bed with a blue and white striped bedspread, two pillows, and two folded towels. There is a painting of a beach scene on the wall above the bed.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of a lake and mountains, and hanging lanterns.

3. Lochmara Lodge

Lochmara Bay

Lesli

S$162

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A two-story building with a sign reading "The Boathouse Lodge" and amenities listed such as family rooms, shared dorms, private rooms, in-room bike storage, and free breakfast.

A bedroom with a bed, a hanging plant, and a window.

A reception desk with a wooden top and blue edge, a clock on the wall, and a painting of a boat.

A hotel hallway with a staircase, a blue exit door, a plant, and a painting on the wall.

4. The Boathouse Lodge

Picton

Lindsay

S$60

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A balcony with a view of a marina, a wooden table, two chairs, and a sofa.

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, black and white tables, and chairs. Large windows offer views of the outside.

A bar area with a neon sign reading "THE BOATSHED," bar stools, a bar counter, and a selection of bottles on shelves.

A modern hotel with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the sea and hills.

5. Edit Picton

Picton

Jessica

S$78

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a street and mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator.

A hotel room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

6. Broadway Motel

Picton

Carl

S$103

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in dishwasher, a stainless steel kettle, and a window with blinds.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a framed cityscape picture on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

7. Jasmine Court Motel

Picton

Yuuma

S$107

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A small, single-story building with a covered porch and a door leading inside.

A room with a bed, a window, a sliding door to an outdoor area, and a trash bin.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. There is a sofa with a cushion and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A small, single-story mobile home with a white exterior and blue trim, a front door, a window, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

8. Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

Waikawa

Steve

S$68

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina and mountains.

A dining table with a view of a marina and boats, set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.

A marina with boats, a grassy area, and a building with balconies.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a potted plant, a nightstand, and a view of a marina and mountains.

9. Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton

Prabodini

S$96

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A wooden table with two wine glasses, a blue chair, and a view of a lake with boats and greenery in the background.

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.

A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn in front, set against a backdrop of hills and a starry night sky.

10. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Waikawa

John

S$111

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel with a rooftop patio, outdoor seating, and a view of the city and mountains at night.

A hotel with a 'EVOLVE' sign, a parking area, and a street view at night.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small dining table, and a kitchenette.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, microwave, and refrigerator, a black leather sofa, and a wall-mounted artwork.

11. Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton

Ani

S$69

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a driveway.

A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a white microwave, a television mounted on the wall, and a bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a standing fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A residential street with a modern house, a concrete pathway, and a large tree.

12. Top of the Town

Picton

Ashley

S$100

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A terrace with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a marina with boats and a cruise ship in the background.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by buildings and greenery.

A two-story hotel with a balcony and a sign indicating it is the Harbour View Motel.

A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a prominent building labeled "EDWIN FOX".

13. Harbour View Motel

Picton

Joanne

S$106

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A lakeside park with picnic tables and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of boats on the water.

A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and a grassy area with a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A lush lemon tree with numerous ripe lemons, surrounded by a well-maintained garden.

14. Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Waikawa

Neil

S$181

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A beach with clear water, a sandy shore, and a forested hill in the background.

A marina with multiple boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and a large white structure with a flat roof.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, a door, and a small trash bin.

A compact living space with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area with a window, and a radiator.

15. Aldan Lodge Motel

Picton

Matt

S$89

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a cash register, and a phone. There are bottles on shelves and a window with curtains.

A view of a building with a balcony, surrounded by trees and parked cars.

A boutique hotel with a sign reading "Escape to Picton." It features a balcony with a railing, multiple windows, and a small outdoor seating area.

A room with a white sofa, a wooden chair with a blue throw, and a small table with books.

16. Escape To Picton

Picton

Donna

S$249

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern wooden cabin with large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

A balcony with a wooden railing, a view of a lake, and mountains in the background.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, a window with a view of a dock and mountains, and shelves with kitchenware.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table. There are two large mirrors on the walls and a small side table with a vase of flowers.

17. The Lodge At Te Rawa - Boat Access Only

Wilson Bay

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A balcony with a view of a marina, boats, and a hilly landscape.

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A table with a bottle of champagne, a glass, and food items including cheese and grapes, overlooking a marina and a town with hills in the background.

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of a harbor and mountains.

18. Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton

Glen

S$275

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A clear view of a coastal area with a dock extending into turquoise waters, surrounded by dense green hills.

A room with a round table and three wooden stools, a potted plant, and a window with a view of a tree and a blue bench outside.

A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a window, and a picture on the wall.

19. Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

Picton

Mellisa

S$83

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A large white two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

A room with a dining table set for four, a television, a cabinet, a sofa, and a chair.

A large white building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by lush greenery and a winding gravel path.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a microwave, a toaster, and a kettle.

20. Sennen House

Picton

Susan

S$213

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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Top Big Bay Hotel Reviews

Harbour View Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Picton Beachcomber Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely spot .would go there again 😃"

Edit Picton

10/10 Excellent

"It is clean and spacious. Beds are comfortable feels at home."

The Boathouse Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Close Proximity from the Ferry Terminal, and short amble in to Picton Shopping Centre ~ Welcoming/Engaging Staff; Affordable/Essential only Accommodation, but catering for all one could ever need ~ Would not hesitate to stay again ..."

Jasmine Court Motel

8/10 Good

"We did tell them that the shower door was faulty. Otherwise good"

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The room clean, bed comfy. The staff very helpful making sure we have extra things in room. Balcony and stairs very stable and safe"

Broadway Motel

10/10 Excellent

"This is good enough keep up the good work team"

Aldan Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"O"

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

10/10 Excellent

"Great communication before my stay, as I was arriving late. Instructions were left, and there were signs up the next morning allowing me to leave happily. I would stay again."

More cheap stays in Big Bay

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

3a Nelson Square Picton

S$44

9 Sept - 10 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (384 reviews)

Atlantis Backpackers

42 London Quay Picton Marlborough Region

S$48

13 Sept - 14 Sept

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)

The Boathouse Lodge

9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough

S$60

20 Sept - 21 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (220 reviews)

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

75 High St. Picton Marlborough

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AAA Marlin Motel

33 Devon Street Picton

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8.6/10 Excellent! (312 reviews)

The Villa - Hostel

34 Auckland St. Picton

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8.2/10 Very good! (89 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Big Bay?

Located 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from the heart of Big Bay, Harbour View Motel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Picton Beachcomber Inn and The Boathouse Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Big Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Big Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Big Bay.

What is staying in Big Bay like?

Travellers to Big Bay will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 151 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Big Bay.

What should I do while I'm visiting Big Bay?

Places to visit in the wider area include Pelorus Sound, Kenepuru Sounds and Picton Harbour. You'll also find Picton Ferry Terminal and Nelson Square in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Big Bay guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Big Bay?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Big Bay is 986 mm.

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Our top choices for Big Bay hotels

1. Punga Cove Resort

2. The Portage Resort

3. Lochmara Lodge

4. The Boathouse Lodge

5. Edit Picton

6. Broadway Motel

7. Jasmine Court Motel

8. Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

9. Picton Beachcomber Inn

10. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

11. Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

12. Top of the Town

13. Harbour View Motel

14. Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

15. Aldan Lodge Motel

16. Escape To Picton

17. The Lodge At Te Rawa - Boat Access Only

18. Picton Waterfront Apartments

19. Tasman Holiday Parks - Picton

20. Sennen House

Top Big Bay Hotel Reviews

Harbour View Motel

Picton Beachcomber Inn

Edit Picton

The Boathouse Lodge

Jasmine Court Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Broadway Motel

Aldan Lodge Motel

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

More cheap stays in Big Bay

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers

The Boathouse Lodge

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

AAA Marlin Motel

The Villa - Hostel

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