marina lodge

Marlborough, New Zealand

To find Marina Lodge in Waikawa Bay if travelling from the Picton Ferry terminal:

• Drive from terminal down Auckland Street, turn left onto Waikawa Road (Bakery on corner)
• Follow Waikawa Road about 3km, turn left onto Beach Road (2nd left past the college)
• Follow Beach Road almost to Waikawa Marina. Marina Lodge is on the right, immediately before the Sports Resort

To find Marina Lodge in Waikawa Bay if driving from Blenheim:

• Follow SH1 from Blenheim into Picton township, drive half way around Nelson Square (grassy town square) and proceed straight ahead
• Cross the railway line and turn left onto Auckland Street, then right onto Waikawa Road (Bakery on corner)
• Follow Waikawa Road about 3km, turn left onto Beach Road (3rd left past the college)
• Follow Beach Road almost to Waikawa Marina. Marina Lodge is on the right, immediately before the Sports Resort

Marina Lodge Location

Marina Lodge is located in Waikawa Bay, a few minutes from Picton. Picton is at the head of the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, and the gateway to the South Island. The area is in the centre of New Zealand, and transport to and from, or through, is not a problem.

From Wellington, you have the choice of several ocean-going ferries. The trip takes about 3 hours, depending on your choice. Visit "Interislander" or "Bluebridge" websites for further details.

Picton has its own airport 7 kms away at Koromiko. This superbly scenic flight from Wellington takes 25 minutes and 'Sounds Air' offers a free shuttle service to and from the Marina Apartment. Larger aircraft fly from Wellington and Christchurch (both with International Airports) into Blenheim Airport some 30 kms away.

If you are travelling 'up' from Christchurch by car, the journey will take 4 hours easy driving, but beware, there are many points of interest and great views along the way that could slow you down a bit ! There are numerous coach trips available that follow either the east or west coast routes - they are both very scenic. Or you can take the Tranzrail 'Coastal Express' for a very easy and pleasant journey. Whatever mode you decide upon, we will be happy to meet you and bring you to your destination.