Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but parking is limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 22:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

Where is the motel located in relation to local attractions?

The motel is located in Picton (Waikawa), just steps from Waikawa Jetty and a 4-minute drive from Waikawa Marina. It is 2.5 miles from Picton Harbour and 3.2 miles from Picton Foreshore.

What are the policies regarding children at the motel?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Beachside Sunnyvale Motel is praised for friendly, helpful hosts, clean and comfortable units, and a quiet, scenic setting near the harbour, beach, and ferry terminals that appeals to travelers seeking convenience and calm.

Guests often mention good value and a homelike feel. Critiques focus on dated or cramped kitchen areas in some units, occasional maintenance issues (heating or a door lock), a messy exterior, missing items like an iron or Sky TV, and mixed feedback on water views. Expect a simple, quiet stay with standout hospitality in a picturesque, practical location.

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Facilities

Well-equipped in-room kitchens are frequently praised. Some mention dated or cramped kitchens, missing items like an iron or Sky TV, and an occasional heating issue.

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Gail

Mar 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable bed. Close to the marina and harbour. Kitchen and sofa a bit dated but did not spoil our stay.

8

Lynette

Oct 7, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Was a bit cold.. heating wasn't working..

10

Lisa

Feb 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Kitchen was great- no problem cooking a couple of meals. Bed very comfy. Bathroom perfect. Very quiet.

10

Rod

Feb 4, 2023

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Stayed 19,355 nights

Close to the Ferry Across the street from the beach area fully supplied kitchen clean and homie

10

Nera

Jan 1, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Fully equipped for cooking and dining. Great feel, felt like home.

8

David

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice quiet spot away from the port of Picton. Bedroom and bathroom modern and spacious though the kitchen is cramped and dates from about 1970. Friendly host and locals.

10

Lisa

Mar 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet spot out of Picton. Nicely appointed kitchen, confy bed, hot water!

8

Chris

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Messy outside No iron or ironing board No sky tv

10

Maurice

Dec 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older hotel but well kept with some updates with lots of character and roominess. Full kitchen amenities and a great spot for an overnight or a family vacation by the water. Very friendly host who I enjoyed chatting with very much!!!

10

Daniel

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent value. Comfy beds. Good facilities and close to the harbour.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are consistently described as clean and tidy. A few issues were noted, including a messy exterior and a door lock that did not work.

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10

Cade

Dec 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing customer service, neat and tidy property ,perfect little family get location.

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SAULO P

Feb 19, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Quarto bem equipado. A proprietária é uma japonesa casada com um neozelandês, muito simpática. Estadia tranquila e roupas de cama muito boas.

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Fern

Apr 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and tidy Lovely staff

10

Murray

Oct 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was set out perfect, roomy an lovely an clean will definitely stay there again

10

Etienne

Nov 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great. Clean room and friendly staff.

10

Charles

Mar 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely & clean motel and Tomake (? correct spelling) the owner was so helpful. I even filled out the NZ Census during my stay😊

10

Rod

Feb 4, 2023

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Stayed 19,355 nights

Close to the Ferry Across the street from the beach area fully supplied kitchen clean and homie

10

albert l.

Apr 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rear door did not lock

8

Chris

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Messy outside No iron or ironing board No sky tv

10

Alexander

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was in a gorgeous location, with views of the bay out front. The rooms were so comfortable and clean, it felt like home away from home. Our host, Tomoko, was also very kind and friendly. Thank you for a lovely stay!

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Rooms

Guests highlight comfortable beds, quiet units, and some spacious or modern areas. Decor and furnishings can feel older in places, and a few comments mention limited views or TV placement preferences.

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Gail

Mar 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable bed. Close to the marina and harbour. Kitchen and sofa a bit dated but did not spoil our stay.

10

Murray

Oct 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was set out perfect, roomy an lovely an clean will definitely stay there again

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Matt

Nov 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome little motel up the road from town. Colin was super nice. Cute room with all the amenities we needed including AC. Nice kitchen. Even had a bit of a view of the harbor! Very glad we stayed

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Brent

Jan 9, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

First time to stay here, weather not best but that happens, warm, cosy and comfortable, all we needed for the night

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Lisa

Feb 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Kitchen was great- no problem cooking a couple of meals. Bed very comfy. Bathroom perfect. Very quiet.

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Jenny

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

everything was perfect; however I wish it were possible to watch tv in bed. I understand why the room is set up the way it is, but putting the tv on a swing arm would make it even better.

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David

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice quiet spot away from the port of Picton. Bedroom and bathroom modern and spacious though the kitchen is cramped and dates from about 1970. Friendly host and locals.

10

Lisa

Mar 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet spot out of Picton. Nicely appointed kitchen, confy bed, hot water!

6

Catherine

Feb 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nom trompeur : pas de vue sur mer. Motel vétuste : fenêtres fermant mal, literie trop molle, rideaux fatigués... Endroit calme néanmoins.

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Maurice

Dec 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older hotel but well kept with some updates with lots of character and roominess. Full kitchen amenities and a great spot for an overnight or a family vacation by the water. Very friendly host who I enjoyed chatting with very much!!!

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Service

Service is a standout, with friendly, welcoming hosts who offer helpful advice and attentive care.

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William

Nov 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Welcoming host, very accommodating. Apartment had everything we needed.

10

Cade

Dec 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing customer service, neat and tidy property ,perfect little family get location.

10

Hadi

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The owner was one of the friendliest people we met in New Zealand.

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Matt

Nov 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome little motel up the road from town. Colin was super nice. Cute room with all the amenities we needed including AC. Nice kitchen. Even had a bit of a view of the harbor! Very glad we stayed

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Etienne

Nov 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great. Clean room and friendly staff.

8

David

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice quiet spot away from the port of Picton. Bedroom and bathroom modern and spacious though the kitchen is cramped and dates from about 1970. Friendly host and locals.

10

Carolina

Dec 31, 2021

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing stay, very friendly owners taking care of every detail.

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Alexander

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was in a gorgeous location, with views of the bay out front. The rooms were so comfortable and clean, it felt like home away from home. Our host, Tomoko, was also very kind and friendly. Thank you for a lovely stay!

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James

Mar 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The great property location and peaceful very nice owners Tomoko was really kind and helpful thank you 😊

8

Kevin

Feb 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Host was really friendly. She was always on hand with helpful advice during our 3 night stay. Thank you.

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Location

Quiet, scenic setting near the harbour, beach and ferry terminals; a short drive from town. Some units mention harbour views.

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8

Gail

Mar 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable bed. Close to the marina and harbour. Kitchen and sofa a bit dated but did not spoil our stay.

10

Matt

Nov 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome little motel up the road from town. Colin was super nice. Cute room with all the amenities we needed including AC. Nice kitchen. Even had a bit of a view of the harbor! Very glad we stayed

10

Rod

Feb 4, 2023

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Stayed 19,355 nights

Close to the Ferry Across the street from the beach area fully supplied kitchen clean and homie

8

David

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice quiet spot away from the port of Picton. Bedroom and bathroom modern and spacious though the kitchen is cramped and dates from about 1970. Friendly host and locals.

10

Lisa

Mar 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet spot out of Picton. Nicely appointed kitchen, confy bed, hot water!

10

Alexander

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was in a gorgeous location, with views of the bay out front. The rooms were so comfortable and clean, it felt like home away from home. Our host, Tomoko, was also very kind and friendly. Thank you for a lovely stay!

10

Peter

Nov 28, 2022

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Stayed 19,321 nights

Friendly, efficient service, great location and just 5 mins drive from ferry terminals.

10

James

Mar 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The great property location and peaceful very nice owners Tomoko was really kind and helpful thank you 😊

10

Maurice

Dec 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older hotel but well kept with some updates with lots of character and roominess. Full kitchen amenities and a great spot for an overnight or a family vacation by the water. Very friendly host who I enjoyed chatting with very much!!!

10

Daniel

Jun 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent value. Comfy beds. Good facilities and close to the harbour.

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Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

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