Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Waikawa Jetty

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Photo gallery for Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beach nearby, rowing
A lush lemon tree with numerous ripe lemons, surrounded by a well-maintained garden.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and a grassy area with a palm tree.
A marina with multiple boats, a parking lot, and a residential area with houses and greenery.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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384 Waikawa Road, Picton, 7251
  • Place, Waikawa Jetty
    โ€ช1 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Waikawa Marina
    โ€ช20 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Victoria Domain
    โ€ช9 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    โ€ช43 min driveโ€ฌ

Room options

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Picton

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Waikawa motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Waikawa Jetty and 2 miles (3 km) of Waikawa Marina. Also, Picton Harbour is within 3 miles (5 km) and Picton Foreshore is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Waikawa Jetty - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Waikawa Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waikawa Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Victoria Domain - 9 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Picton Harbour - 16 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชLe Cafe - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชSisu Eatery and Bar - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชToastie Lords - Picton - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชSeabreeze Cafe & Bar - โ€ฌ7 min drive
  • โ€ชOxley's Bar & Kitchen - โ€ฌ6 min drive

About this property

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5-star motel near Waikawa Jetty
As a guest of Beachside Sunnyvale Motel, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Beachside Sunnyvale Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated accommodations have separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers.

This Picton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Rowing/canoeing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 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

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Beachside Sunnyvale Motel.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Beachside Sunnyvale
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel Picton
Beachside Sunnyvale Picton
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel Waikawa
Beachside Sunnyvale Waikawa
Beachside Sunnyvale
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel Motel
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel Picton
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel Motel Picton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beachside Sunnyvale Motel to the airport?

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel is 8.4 mi (17-min drive) away from the Picton (PCN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachside Sunnyvale Motel?

As of Jul 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachside Sunnyvale Motel on Jul 8, 2026 start from CAย $90, 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 Beachside Sunnyvale Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Beachside Sunnyvale Motel.

Does Beachside Sunnyvale Motel offer free breakfast?

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beachside Sunnyvale Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Beachside Sunnyvale Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Beachside Sunnyvale Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Beachside Sunnyvale Motel have a pool?

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel does not have a pool.

Does Beachside Sunnyvale Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Beachside Sunnyvale Motel to downtown Picton?

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel is 2.9 mi away from Picton.

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice spot to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location on the best swimming beach in Waikawa. Spotless, wonderful owners, great amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fully equipped for cooking and dining. Great feel, felt like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Etienne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was set out perfect, roomy an lovely an clean will definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was one of the friendliest people we met in New Zealand.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

Right price nothing fancy!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet spot out of Picton. Nicely appointed kitchen, confy bed, hot water!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

1 night in Waikawa

Wonderful place to stay, 2nd time here and the service was tops, we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The great property location and peaceful very nice owners Tomoko was really kind and helpful thank you ๐Ÿ˜Š
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing customer service, neat and tidy property ,perfect little family get location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Welcoming host, very accommodating. Apartment had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was in a gorgeous location, with views of the bay out front. The rooms were so comfortable and clean, it felt like home away from home. Our host, Tomoko, was also very kind and friendly. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely traditional motel. Awesome hosts .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, efficient service, great location and just 5 mins drive from ferry terminals.
Verified

8/10 Good

Fern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place in a beautiful area. Excellent kitchen and very comfortable. Definitely recommend
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, motel could use some TLC
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value. Comfy beds. Good facilities and close to the harbour.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet - very friendly check in and out; units very well serviced and clean. Easy parking. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo-ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people, great service!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but well kept with some updates with lots of character and roominess. Full kitchen amenities and a great spot for an overnight or a family vacation by the water. Very friendly host who I enjoyed chatting with very much!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent accommodation & very helpful owner

Lovely & clean motel and Tomake (? correct spelling) the owner was so helpful. I even filled out the NZ Census during my stay๐Ÿ˜Š
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Ferry Across the street from the beach area fully supplied kitchen clean and homie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was great- no problem cooking a couple of meals. Bed very comfy. Bathroom perfect. Very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025