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Bay of Many Coves Resort
"In no way this is a 5 star resort. Completely overpriced for the level of services provided. Staff members were all polite but definitely not well trained and transactional, food very mediocre. Spectacular location. This resort is priced at the level of an Aman or Mandarin Oriental-type property ..."
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025

Broadway Motel
"Excellent staff, very friendly and helpful. Motel is older style but comfortable. Enjoyed our stay here"
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Harbour View Motel
"Thetwo bedroom apartment is wellappointed with a good lookout. The tableand and balcony, leading onto the grassy shared seating area, is clever. The apartment layout is good and having the bedrooms down stairs is also a good layout. The shower unit is perhaps in need of perhaps some renovation however ..."
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

Jasmine Court Motel
"Handy location. Great to have the option of two separate bedrooms and a living space. The bedding was comfortable and clean. Good-sized bathroom."
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
"The property was located approximately 200metres from bars and restaurants and was on the main road to the picton ferries. We had a fabulous view of the harbour and marina. Parking wasn’t an issue. Will stay here again"
Reviewed on Sep 10, 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
"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 ..."
Reviewed on Aug 27, 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
"It was a great place with wonderful staff very friendly."
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

Edit Picton
"The furniture and fixures were poor at best. It was dark in the room in various areas as there were 4 x lights not working. The kitchen was very poorly lit for a work space. Staff attitude was uninterested . Breakfast was 1.5 star -- bad cafe level. Barely $10 -not $30 worth. The lounge looked like ..."
Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

The Portage Resort
Ships Cove Hotel & Travel Guide\n
Are you intending on taking a vacation to Marlborough and looking for a place to sleep in the Ships Cove area? There are 3 accommodations within an easy commute to Ships Cove that will fit the bill.
Found within just a short distance of Ships Cove, are the Bay of Many Coves Resort and Punga Cove.
12 miles (20 kilometers) outside of the middle of Ships Cove, you will find the The Portage Resort Hotel. Alternatively, the Escape To Picton can be found approximately 17 miles (28 kilometers) away. Other possible Travelocity-registered hotels include the Lochmara Lodge and the Asure Jasmine Court Motel.
Looking to explore a little out of the center? South Island has a number of options to check out. South Island is famous for beaches. Commonly visited traveler sights are old towns. Active visitors can get involved in snowboarding and skiing in the region.
Blenheim is 30 miles (52 kilometers) southwest of Ships Cove and boasts St Clair Winery and Pollard Park. Some Travelocity-listed Blenheim hotels and accommodations include the The Peppertree Luxury Accommodation and Angel Luxury Lodge. Or stay in Picton, 18 miles (29 kilometers) to the southwest of Ships Cove, where you can choose from the Harbour View Motel and Aldan Lodge Motel. While visiting Picton, be sure to visit the Edwin Fox and Mabel Island.
Get yourself a serving of local sport by making a trip to Westpac Stadium, situated 30 miles (50 kilometers) to the east of Ships Cove. Travelocity readers who like the convenience of booking a bed close to the game, book in the Ohtel or Boulcott Suites.
Wellington International Airport is a closeby arrival point for air travel, and is situated 35 miles (54 kilometers) from Ships Cove's downtown area. Nearby hotels are Museum Art Hotel and Amora Hotel Wellington.
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Picton Beachcomber Inn
"The property was located approximately 200metres from bars and restaurants and was on the main road to the picton ferries. We had a fabulous view of the harbour and marina. Parking wasn’t an issue. Will stay here again"






