The AAA Marlin Motel is situated on nearly two acres of lawns and gardens in a quiet street, right in Picton - a vibrant seaside village in the Marlborough Sounds. The motel offers a variety of accommodation; studio units, family and 2 bedroom apartments, and a private luxurious spa bath apartment suite. The motel complex is built so that the units have a sunny north facing aspect, and are mostly on the ground floor. The motel units all have a wonderful vista of the native forest on the surrounding hills out into the Sound, so you really know you're on vacation. 

Often seen as a serene hideaway location, whilst boasting one of New Zealand’s highest road traveller figures, owners Peter and Karen, say that once people arrive in Picton they wish they had booked several nights to enjoy the beauty and lifestyle of the area. "Picton is a wonderful spot situated in a lovely, sunny valley surrounded by sheltered harbour and bush. It's friendly and relaxed and there's always a holiday mood," says Peter.

At the motel, guests enjoy relaxing outdoors where there are gas barbeques, timber tables with market umbrellas, a playground and heaps of space for children to play. A large kowhai tree in the garden attracts tuis and with many citrus trees on the property, a slice of lemon for the gin and tonic is not a problem and kids love picking their own mandarins. For more on the facilities at AAA Marlin Motel click here.

There is plenty to do within a ten minute walk from the motel. For more about Picton and activities click here. By car, the whole Marlborough region is easily accessible-from world renowned vineyards and wineries to the secluded bays and pristine waters of the Marlborough Sounds.