Top of the Town

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Picton Ferry Terminal

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Front of property
Bedroom 4 (The Sleepout) Pet Friendly | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Garden
Bedroom 2 | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bedroom 2 | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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30 Wairau Road, Picton, Marlborough, 7221
  • Place, Nelson Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Ferry Terminal
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Bedroom 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (The Sleepout) Pet Friendly

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Deluxe Queen Room 2

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Queen Room (Room 3)

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Twin Room 4*

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

Bedroom 2

  • Sleeps 2

Bedroom 4 (the Sleepout) Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Picton

Heart of Picton.Within a 15-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Nelson Square and Waitohi Recreational Reserve. Picton Museum and Picton Foreshore are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Nelson Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Picton Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Picton Harbour - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Picton Foreshore - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SCOOZI! - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪T and O Takeaways - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Toastie Lords - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Indulge Ice Cream Parlour - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Top of the Town

3.5-star guest house near Picton Ferry Terminal
As a guest of Top of the Town, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Top of the Town also features express check-in, express check-out, and a microwave in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Picton guesthouse.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1930
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Top of the Town offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Picton guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Top Town B&B Picton
Top Town B&B
Top Town Picton
Top of the Town Picton
Top of the Town Guesthouse
Top of the Town Guesthouse Picton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Top of the Town to the airport?

Top of the Town is 4.8 mi (7-min drive) away from the Picton (PCN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Top of the Town?

As of Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Top of the Town on Dec 7, 2025 start from $79.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Top of the Town have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Top of the Town.

Does Top of the Town offer free breakfast?

Top of the Town does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Top of the Town?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Top of the Town?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Top of the Town?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Top of the Town have a pool?

Top of the Town does not have a pool.

Does Top of the Town have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Top of the Town to downtown Picton?

Top of the Town is 0.5 mi away from Picton.