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25 Waikawa Road, Picton, 7220

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Nov 23, 2026
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Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

Harbourfront Elegance and Modern Comfort

  • Award-Winning Dining and Leisure Facilities

    Indulge in exquisite cuisine at the maritime-themed Chartroom Restaurant and unwind with a refreshing drink at the Boatshed Bar overlooking the picturesque harbour.

  • Convenient Location for Exploration

    Situated near Picton city centre, our hotel offers easy access to the scenic TranzCoastal railway for a memorable journey to Christchurch. Experience the beauty of New Zealand's coastline and wine country from our non-smoking property.

Experience luxury and convenience at Picton Yacht Club Hotel - book now for an unforgettable stay.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location

  • Friendly staff

  • Clean swimming pool

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
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Pools & wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Kid meals
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Hiking
  • Outdoor furniture

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Soundproof rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Guest services

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Services & essentials

  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Fishing
  • Free WiFi
  • Happy hour
  • Key access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Picnic area
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

4,773 reviews
8/ 10
The view was great of the marina and pool. Having a restaurant onsite. The staff were great.
Stacey · couple · 2026-10-17

The guest experience

7.9out of 10
4773 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location
  • Friendly staff
  • Clean swimming pool

Worth knowing — Old and outdated rooms · Overpriced for the services provided · Basic amenities

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.4

    Excellent location close to the waterfront and attractions.

  • Service8.9

    Staff were friendly and helpful, enhancing the stay.

  • Overall Experience8.4

    A mixed experience, with highlights in location and service.

  • Amenities7.9

    Adequate amenities but missing essential items like cutlery and coffee maker.

  • Cleanliness7.4

    Rooms were clean but many are old and need refreshing.

  • Food and Beverage7.4

    Basic breakfast options, but restaurant food was reported as good.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Consistent

79% of 14 recent stays rated 8+

7.94773 reviews
  • Service from the staff was great.

    8/10

    Stacey · couple · 2026-10-17

    “The view was great of the marina and pool. Having a restaurant onsite. The staff were great.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Susan · family with children · 2026-10-17

    “Comfortable beds and good location.”

  • Perfect location. Cant wait until our next visit

    10/10

    Pauline · couple · 2026-10-17

    “The room was perfect, had an amazing view of the harbour watching the ferries. We had the cooked breakfast, it was absolutely delicious cooked perfectly”

  • Un buen lugar para quedarse en Picton

    8/10

    isabel eugenia · couple · 2026-10-15

    “La amabilidad del personal y la comida del restaurante”

  • Beautiful stay

    10/10

    Rachel · family with children · 2026-10-15

    “Everything was amazing, incredible views and very spacious. Friendly staff and really nice restaurant onsite.”

  • Really enjoyed our stay . Thank you to the manager who dropped us off at the train station

    7/10

    Tania · family with children · 2026-10-14

    “Location Breakfast and staff”

  • Great value, great location, clean, tidy and very nice decor. Great view.

    10/10

    Nicci · solo traveller · 2026-10-11

    “Excellent location and great view. Safe and very good value for the quality of decor and furnishings in the room.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    lucillla · couple · 2026-10-10

    “Tutto molto pulito. Posizione ottima”

  • A very enjoyable stay.Friendly helpful staff too. Should have stayed 2 nights!

    8/10

    Dan · couple · 2026-10-10

    “We didn’t dine in. The location is excellent. Walking distance to all amenities. We requested a room with a view and were given a nice room with a view up Picton harbour. Good value. The pool was warm too!”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Blake · family with children · 2026-10-09

    “The room was a decent size and the pool was great, location was very good too just a short walk to shops and beach”

  • Very relaxing overnight stay - could have stayed longer to enjoy room and view.

    9/10

    Louise · couple · 2026-10-08

    “Room with great view. Great location to walk to restaurants. Good overnight stay from ferry.”

  • Buggered beds long overdue replacement.

    5/10

    Lynette · solo traveller · 2026-09-19

    “Easy to get to.”

  • Please don’t skip past Picton, it’s a beautiful place to visit and enjoy the stunning scenery. I stopped over for 2 nigh

    9/10

    Christopher · solo traveller · 2026-09-18

    “Comfortable and welcoming, staff were very friendly and helpful.”

  • We enjoyed our stay and would stay again

    10/10

    Ann · couple · 2026-09-17

    “Lovely and comfortable and very close to town”

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