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AAA Marlin Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Picton Ferry Terminal

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Balcony
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit)
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Apartment) | Living area
Exterior
Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May

Explore the area

Map
33 Devon Street, Picton, 7372
  • Picton Foreshore
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Picton Harbour
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Picton Ferry Terminal
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Picton (PCN)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Apartment)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Apartment)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Apartment)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Balcony Studio)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Balcony Studio)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen Studio)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen Studio)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Executive Unit)

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Executive Unit) | Living area

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Executive Unit)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Double Studio)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Double Studio)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ((Queen/Twin))

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ((Queen/Twin)) | Living area

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ((Queen/Twin))

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ((Queen/King))

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ((Queen/King)) | Living area

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen ((Queen/King))

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit)

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit)

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Family Unit)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Picton

At AAA Marlin Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Nelson Square and Waitohi Recreational Reserve. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a library and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Near this Picton motel, you'll find Picton Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Nelson Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Picton Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Picton Foreshore - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Picton Harbour - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Cortado - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crow Tavern and Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Picton Village Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Irish - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

AAA Marlin Motel

Motel with free parking, near Picton Ferry Terminal
As a guest of AAA Marlin Motel, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. AAA Marlin Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Picton motel.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
AAA Marlin Motel offers 19 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Picton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at AAA Marlin Motel?

AAA Marlin Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at AAA Marlin Motel?

As of 23 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AAA Marlin Motel on 9 May 2025 start from NZ$95.73, including 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.

Is parking available at AAA Marlin Motel?

Yep, AAA Marlin Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at AAA Marlin Motel?

No, AAA Marlin Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at AAA Marlin Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at AAA Marlin Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

AAA Marlin Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 268 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to town and eating establishments. Visited our stingray friends cruising in and out of the boats and piers. Very close to the Ferries for an early morning sail.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The unit is spacious and nicely decorated. The interior doesnt smell as fresh as it could. Its dark inside. The fridge is so small and low we need to be on our knees to access it. There are no towel rails. No power point in the bathroom for toothbrush or blow dryer. Single glazed only so noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
OK for one night but very limited space & very limited kitchen facilities. But we did have a low price deal.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Comfirtable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

It was tidy and clean but dated. The wifi worked only intermittently and the microwave didn't work at all.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was based on a close run to the ferry for an early morning crossing. Nice place, great check in and friendly staff clean and tidy just a bit dated
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki-Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay for getting on the Interislander ferry in the early morning! Comfortable, compact room - it was a studio room with microwave and fridge - no kitchen sink or cooking facilities. Bed and bathroom facilities good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The unit smelled very musty, as if it needed a complete deep clean. We like older motels, but this one is too dated, and it is way overpriced for this quality (although Picton motels in general are expensive compared to say Blenheim, a nice nearby town). On the plus side, it is quiet and handy to the ferry, and owner helpful re late checkin. We would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to ferries. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Di

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

AAA Marlin Motels

Three rooms were lovely and clean. Quite outdated but warm ċlean and staff were friendly and accommodating. Price maybe a little over priced but I was quite happy there.
Bathroom
Bathroom
Lounge and dining
One of the bedrooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
There was no table to eat off so used the one outside
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

charlotte

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy for ferries, 10 min walk to shops and cafes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely motel. A bit dated, but very clean and comfortable Very friendly owners
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and clean and beautifully present. Close to the ferry for an early morning start
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great Budget Stay in Picton

AAA Marlin is an older property that has been refurbished recently. Older means bigger rooms, bigger bathrooms, and a full kitchen (not just a kitchenette.) Big bed was fairly comfy. Also has laundry facilities and a wee barbeque for guests to use. Friendly staff went out of their way to offer help. Supermarket 7 min walking distance, handy for ferries too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Bronwyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely friendly reception very helpful. Overall room/motel a little dated. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay and very friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpfull staff. Quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The shower recess and bathroom floor were incredibly slippery, no soap required. I fell heavily, I could have been really badly injured.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating to late check-ins and setting up the room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice warm and spacious, great for our stay off the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stopover for a ferry crossing the next day. Massive double rooms and lounge so plenty of space and an easy walk to town for dinner and breakfast the next day
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024