Top of the Town

3.5 star property

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Bedroom 4 (The Sleepout) Pet Friendly | Bathroom shower
Bedroom 2 | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bedroom 4 (The Sleepout) Pet Friendly | Pet-friendly
Bedroom 4 (The Sleepout) Pet Friendly | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $92
$80 nightly
$92 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12

Explore the area

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30 Wairau Road, Picton, Marlborough, 7221
  • Place, Nelson Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Harbour
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Foreshore
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Bedroom 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bedroom 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bedroom 4 (The Sleepout) Pet Friendly

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room (Room 3)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room 4*

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Picton

With a stay at Top of the Town, you'll be centrally located in Picton, within a 5-minute drive of Picton Ferry Terminal and Nelson Square. .This guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lookout and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Waitohi Recreational Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Nelson Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waitohi Recreational Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Picton Harbour - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Picton Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Picton Foreshore - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sisu Eatery and Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Le Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Toastie Lords - Picton - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Oxley's Bar & Kitchen - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Top of the Town

Top of the Town offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Picton guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1930
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 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

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 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

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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, 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Top Town B&B Picton
Top Town B&B
Top Town Picton
Top of the Town Picton
Top of the Town Guesthouse
Top of the Town Guesthouse Picton

Top of the Town Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 209 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little spot, easily walkable to food and shopping, very friendly hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our overnight stay en-route to the ferry. Friendly, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, Tracee was amazing, the room was clean, had everything you could possibly want and just a short walk into Picton.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great B&B. Our room was so pretty and had everything you needed for a visit to Picton. Kitchenette set up was perfect with a microwave, fridge and dishes. Super close to the Ferry depot which is very convenient too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff and everything was exactly as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very good and the hostess couldn't do enough for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was ready for our late arrival- warm, clean with great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay. Great hostess and a perfect spot for our dogs. We will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pet friendly. Clean comfortable rooms. Friendly helpful host. Free parking. Easy walking to centre
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maarten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly greeting, well equipped room, quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Absolutely: well presented and clean, tidy, with a welcoming Manageress to add to the positives 🤓
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome from Tracee, great room and amenities. The bed was so comfortable, lovely bathroom and wonderful to be able to sit outside. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived on a late ferry - the room was ready for us and welcomed our dog as well. Very clean and tidy with lovely decor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tracee greeted us warmly and gave us some good advice for places to eat. The room was absolutely great, with a comfortable bed and a very good bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice that it was dog friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

RALPH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tracey wsas very accommodating when we arrived early. Goes the extra mile when guests are in need. Not that we needed it. This was from past guests. Would definitely recommend Top of the Town Catherine
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Indranil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very well maintained. The amenities were just what we needed for one night. The hosts were amazing - loved chatting with Tracee. Will definitely come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal for a one night stay before or after a ferry crossing. Nice light room and bathroom. Everything you need provided.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Shaving light in bathroom and light above mirror for drying hair. Very noisy with constant traffic noise throughout the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly hosts
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Helary

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and welcoming . It was noisy through the night , our room was beside a busy road from the ferry port.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, clean and spacious. A bit hike to the harbour. However, the hostess gave me a ride to the ferry terminal. Beautiful little town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Welcoming hosts and a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025