Hotels in Blenheim
Best known for being the gateway to the Marlborough wine region, Blenheim has plenty of charms of its own, especially if you love fine dining. Restaurants, cafes and artisan retailers showcase the best of local cuisine, while bars and beer gardens offer a sample of the region's flavours even before you head out to the vineyards.
One of New Zealand's sunniest towns, walking around Blenheim and visiting its many parks can be a pleasure in itself, wherever you stay in and around town. Compare cheap Blenheim hotels on Skyscanner to find the best value accommodation whenever you're travelling.
Where to stay in Blenheim
Blenheim CBD
Blenheim town centre is where you'll find the best restaurants and bars, with Dodson Street boasting the widest range of craft beers in New Zealand. Learn about the region's history at the Marlborough Museum and Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, see the local talent on display at the art galleries, catch a match at Stadium 2000 and soak up the sun in Blenheim Park.
Mayfield
Just north of the CBD, Mayfield is one of Blenheim's greenest districts. Bordered by the rose gardens of Pollard Park and Lansdowne Park, Mayfield is also the entrance to the Taylor River Reserve via Nelson Street. You can walk or cycle around the lake or go out on the water in a kayak.
Renwick
This outer suburb of Blenheim on the south bank of the Wairau River puts you closer to the wineries if you're eager to sample the Sauvignon blanc. Hire a bicycle to visit the vineyards at your leisure, go fly fishing on the Wairau to catch a trout for dinner, or stay in town to enjoy the best food and drink from across the region.
What to do in Blenheim
Tour the wineries
There are more than 30 wineries within a short drive or bike ride from Blenheim. Read Skyscanner's guide to 4 days in the Marlborough wine country to start planning your tour.
See the aviation exhibits
The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre is more than just a museum. The team behind the special effects of The Lord of the Rings have created theatrical displays involving director Peter Jackson's own collection of vintage aircraft and memorabilia from World Wars I and II, making for an unforgettable visit.
Visit a working farm
Wither Hills Farm Park, just south of Blenheim off Taylor Pass Road, is a working cattle and sheep farm that welcomes visitors. You can meet the animals or hit the mountain bike trails and walking paths, offering a range of lengths and designed for all abilities.
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Please note: all information is correct as of March 2019.
