About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Top of the Town in Picton offers a sun terrace, garden, and restaurant. Guests enjoy free WiFi, private check-in and check-out services, and free on-site parking. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and cocktails in a welcoming atmosphere. Outdoor seating and a picnic area provide additional dining options. Convenient Location: Located 33 km from Marlborough Airport, the guest house is 2 km from Picton Memorial Park Beach and Shelley Beach. Cycling activities are available nearby. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, convenient location, and room cleanliness.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Carli
New Zealand
“Lovely host, convenient location, clean and tidy and dog friendly.” - David
Australia
“Tracee greeted us when we arrived and she was absolutely lovely, the room was lovely and comfortable with everything we needed.” - Sun
New Zealand
“I had a wonderful stay! Room 4 was perfect for traveling with a pet — my dog loved it. The room was very clean, warm, and cozy. It’s also very close to the ferry terminal, which was super convenient. Highly recommend!” - Tim
United Kingdom
“Top of the Town is ideally situated for the ferry terminal and the town, either on foot or driving. Tracee was very welcoming and helpful and the room was spotless.” - Debrin
New Zealand
“Welcoming informative host, very clean, lots of extra touches, very pleasant stay after walking, queen charlotte track.” - Ross
New Zealand
“Tracee (and her dog) was a very friendly host for our 2 night stay in Picton. The room was clean and tidy, and the bed was comfortable. The ensuite shower/ toilet was a good size. Access to the property was easy - it is just off the main road into...” - Monique
Australia
“Lovely accommodation. A little noisy as it’s in the main road but earplugs provided.” - Anne
New Zealand
“3 minute walk to Crow Nest Hotel for a great meal. Location to Bluebridge Ferry was perfect.” - Sophie
United Kingdom
“A wonderfully welcoming host, a very comfortable room with everything we needed and a lovely selection of teas and coffees, a nice outdoor area and located a good distance from the town and waterfront.” - Roland
New Zealand
“Tracee was just so welcoming and helpful, very happy with my room. Location is perfect for the ferry and just a short walk to restaurants etc. Sisu is a popular restaurant recommended to me by Tracee, brilliant food, I'll be returning next time I...”
Quality rating
Hosted by Tracee Parsons host and owner of the property

Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Oxleys
- Open forLunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.



The fine print
Please note that this property has no reception. Please contact the property in advance to arrange check-in, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please inform Top of the Town in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.