Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean swimming pool
Cons:
Old and outdated rooms
Overpriced for the services provided
Basic amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.4
Rooms were clean but many are old and need refreshing.
Service
8.9
Staff were friendly and helpful, enhancing the stay.
Location
9.4
Excellent location close to the waterfront and attractions.
Room Quality
6.9
Rooms were run-down with dated decor and poor quality furnishings.
Amenities
7.9
Adequate amenities but missing essential items like cutlery and coffee maker.
Value for Money
6.9
Overall overpriced for the quality and amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
7.4
Basic breakfast options, but restaurant food was reported as good.
Overall Experience
8.4
A mixed experience, with highlights in location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:58

Property Description

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.

Important information:

Please note that a valid photo ID and credit card are required on arrival. The credit card is required on arrival for which a pre-authorization will be required to cover any incidentals. Alternatively, a cash or Eftpos deposit of NZD$100 per day will be required as bond in addition the the total cost of your accommodations charges, with any extra refunded on departure.

All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.

Please note that there is a 2.50% charge when you pay with a credit card. Payments made by cash or Eftpos do not incur transaction fees.

Please note that a valid photo ID must be presented on check-in. A NZ drivers license, a valid foreign/local passport or a 18+ card are accepted only.

Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'.

A surcharge applies for arrivals outside of check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Apr 28, 2026 until Fri, Sep 25, 2026
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: BHE

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 4773 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.4
Service: 8.9
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 6.9
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 7.4
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Tania • family_with_children • au
7
Really enjoyed our stay . Thank you to the manager who dropped us off at the train station
Pros:

Location
Breakfast and staff

Cons:

Had to ask for a fan as there is no air conditioning in the room

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Ronja • couple • de
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Dillan-Lee • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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José Miguel • couple • es
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
A
Annette • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Nicci • solo_traveller • nz
10
Great value, great location, clean, tidy and very nice decor. Great view.
Pros:

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

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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lucillla • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Tutto molto pulito. Posizione ottima

Cons:

Niente

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • nz
8
A very enjoyable stay.Friendly helpful staff too. Should have stayed 2 nights!
Pros:

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!

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Blake • family_with_children • nz
7
Pros:

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

Cons:

The shower was either boiling hot or cold, the breakfast was not really how it had looked in the photos but the kids enjoyed the pancake machine.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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DAVID • couple • nz
7
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • nz
9
Very relaxing overnight stay - could have stayed longer to enjoy room and view.
Pros:

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

Cons:

power in bathroom was overloaded and not working in the morning, but staff apologised profusely when known..

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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JAN ALFRED • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Lynette • solo_traveller • nz
5
Buggered beds long overdue replacement.
Pros:

Easy to get to.

Cons:

Bed is buggered and that was same on previous stay 4 weeks prior in different room. Need replacing

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • gb
9
Please don’t skip past Picton, it’s a beautiful place to visit and enjoy the stunning scenery. I stopped over for 2 nigh
Pros:

Comfortable and welcoming, staff were very friendly and helpful.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • nz
10
We enjoyed our stay and would stay again
Pros:

Lovely and comfortable and very close to town

Cons:

Nothing it was great

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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jason • couple • nz
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Motley • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • nz
10
Couldn’t fault our stay. Highly recommend
Pros:

Fiona was fabulous. Looked after us and was very helpful

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Denis • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Ngahuia • solo_traveller • nz
8
A great place to stay
Pros:

Room was nice and tidy, great use if space. Had a balcony - fantastic. Breakfast was great.

Cons:

Restaurant was closed but that was it.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee