This motel features laundry facilities, a library, and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is not available.
AAA Marlin Motel offers 19 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.
Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. This Picton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at AAA Marlin Motel, you're just a quick walk from Nelson Square. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus laundry facilities.
Free WiFi
Free self parking
Amenities include a front-desk safe, laundry facilities, and Library
Onsite recreation includes a playground
Just a 3-minute walk from Nelson Square and 6 minutes by foot from Waitohi Recreational Reserve
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.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
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)
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Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
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
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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 front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
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AAA Marlin Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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This is a small old-style motel that has the basics plus a self-serve laundry room. It’s several blocks from the ferry and bus stations, It was clean and quiet the night we stayed there.
Although we arrived early, we were able to access our room. Dated motel but lovely place to stay in. Very clean and reasonable price. Would recommend a stay here
Robyn
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Jenny
18 Mar 2026
We only stayed a couple hours as our ferry for next morning was cancelled and we managed to get on one that evening. Staff were very helpful for short time we met them
We have stayed here twice due to the convenience for the ferry. Can't really complain, it's a typical fairly dated motel. Everything works and it's fine for an overnight at a reasonable price.
Adrian
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
John
15 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Hosts were very helpful. Location was great for the ferry, town and railway station. Our room
Was are looking tired and in need of a refresch
This motel had spacious rooms with good amenities including a full size cooker. It was clean and warm. We were grateful for an early check in after a walk in the rain from the train station. Fresh milk that was provided is always more welcome than the uht small containers.
We spent two nights at the Marlin Motel after completing the Queen Charlotte track. The room was comfortable and clean. The bed was lovely. The owner was very kind and helpful. We felt refreshed and ready to travel on .