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Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand

Bay of Many Coves Resort

Marlborough Sounds Luxury Lodge Escape with Daily Breakfast, Nightly Drinks & NZ$100 Spa Credit
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Leave the world behind and escape to Bay of Many Coves Resort, a luxury lodge tucked deep within Marlborough Sounds, where dolphins play in ancient fiords and native forest stretches towards the sky. Accessible only by boat or helicopter, this secluded hideaway pairs New Zealand’s rugged beauty with five-star comforts – think cedar-clad apartments, panoramic bay views and spa treatments inspired by native botanicals.

Wake to birdsong drifting through the trees as sunlight dances on the water. Adventure calls from every corner of this wilderness playground, whether you’re kayaking past secret coves or hiking the Queen Charlotte Track with nothing but the breeze for company. At Bay of Many Coves Resort, the pace is slower, the skies clearer and the serenity absolute.

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Bay of Many Coves Resort
The Bay of Many Coves, Queen Charlotte Sound 7282, New Zealand

The Marlborough Sounds stretch across 1,500 kilometres of breathtaking coastline, creating a network of hidden bays and emerald waterways perfect for exploration. Top adventures include conquering the legendary Queen Charlotte Track, swimming with wild dolphins in crystal-clear waters and scenic wine tours through nearby vineyards. The hotel is located approximately a 30-minute water taxi or a 20-minute helicopter ride from Picton. Picton is located approximately a 30-minute drive from Marlborough Airport (BHE). Boat transfers from Picton are included in select packages only, please contact the resort directly to arrange.

Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.

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Fine Print

Valid for travel until 31 October 2026 (bookings must be made before 31 August 2026).

Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.

7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.

  • Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.

Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking for credit up until 31 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.

Please note this does not apply to flights booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).

Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service UNLIMITED date changes in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 31 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges.

Please Note:

  • Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
  • During the low season (1 May to 31 August), guests can enjoy a 1pm late checkout.
  • In high season (1 September to 30 April), checkout is at 11am.
  • Breakfast is served from 8am to 10.30am.
  • The included spa credit is per package and available for redemption at Miritu Day Spa.
  • The platter will include crackers, cheese, fruits and meats.
  • The included dining credit is per package, per day and available for redemption at The Foredeck Restaurant.
  • Included credits must be used during your stay.
  • Any unused credit will be forfeited and is not transferable or redeemable for cash. No minimum spend applies.

Indulgence Upgrade:

  • Return boat transfers from Picton are included for guests in upgraded packages.
  • Please contact the resort directly with your travel information to arrange.

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.

Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.

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Reviews

8.8
Excellent
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Dave H.
Reviewed 05 Aug 2025
10
Flew in and out for a special lunch. What an outstanding location and Resort. Mark and the Team made us feel very welcome. The whole experience was wonderful along with the food, drink and overall service. Thanks Team we will be back to stay.
Recommends this hotel
10
David H.
Reviewed 10 Feb 2025
10
This is a very special place. The long water taxi ride from Picton changes the channel effectively - you disembark into a small, remote outpost of civilization not reachable by road, and far from ordinary life. Very comfortable apartments, good resort dining, with hiking and kayaking available if you're motivated. Totally unpretentious - the best sort of rustic wilderness luxury.
Recommends this hotel
10
Rob C.
Reviewed 10 Feb 2023
10
We had an outstanding experience here. We stayed for two nights as our honeymoon. The location is quite simply incredible. The apartments all feel very private whilst at the same time giving you expansive views of the bay. We paddled with SUPs and kayaks both mornings with the dolphins. The small occupancy and expansive grounds means the resort does not feel commercial at all. The food is very good, especially given the remote location. We thought that overall this offered reasonable value, and would love to come back one day.
Recommends this hotel
10
Lars V.
Reviewed 28 Jan 2025
6.0
We stayed at this beautiful location with a fantastic view from our apartment. We arrived here by water taxi and sailed for about an hour from Picton. We were greeted by a very friendly staff member, shown around, and given our apartment. We thought the apartment was nicely decorated, but the entire resort is starting to need maintenance. It’s in no way a 5-star experience. The food at their evening restaurant was nothing special – definitely not close to 5 stars. The food was very average and really expensive for the quality. The pictures on social media are highly misleading and don’t reflect what we experienced. It’s not something we would recommend to others. The waiters also didn’t seem to be properly trained, more like young people working to fund their travels in New Zealand. While that’s fine, it’s just not what you’d expect from a restaurant that describes itself as 5-star. So, the food didn’t meet our expectations. The breakfast buffet was never replenished and often had nearly empty trays. You’d have to be there early to have more options. However, the egg dishes that were ordered were good. The coffee was definitely a highlight of the breakfast. In-room dining was very limited and didn’t meet the expected standard for what this resort is trying to present itself as. Actually, we would suggest that guests buy groceries before arriving for a light lunch, as there are utensils and plates in the apartment. We didn’t know this until we had already sailed there and had no alternatives. Our overall feeling after staying at the resort for 3 nights is that they lack quality given their excessively high prices. On our trip to New Zealand, we’ve experienced much higher quality for significantly less money than what we got at this resort.
Recommends this hotel
6.0
Reviews: 1-4 of 4
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