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Jasmine Court Motel
Excellent location
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Broadway Motel
It was a good clean motel in Picton. Very close and convenient, if you take the boat from Wellington to Picton.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
Great room, very organized and clean. Beautiful views, and great staff. We even forgot our rain jacket and the staff is holding it for us on our return, how awesome!
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Staff was very accommodating.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Aldan Lodge Motel
Lovely front desk staff. Clean quiet room
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Good location
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
Very comfortable stay. Clean unit and cost. Staff very friendly.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

The Portage Resort
Great staff across the board. Got a room upgrade
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Edit Picton
clean, great view, great location, great staff, beautiful room
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
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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