Arthur's Pass Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Arthur's Pass is one of the few roads connecting the East and West sides of New Zealand's South Island. The road winds it way through a mountain pass with beautiful and dramatic scenery. The area is great for outdoor activities such as hiking, or spotting waterfalls and the Kea (=alpine parrots).
During my travels by bicycle in New Zealand, I treated myself to the Tranz Alpine which goes from the west to the east coast of the South Island, or the other way around. This was taken from the train. The yellow flowers called broom (cytisus scoparius) aren't really flowers although beautiful, they are considered a weed and a threat to the native flora and fauna. I also rode in the Coastal Pacific train which borders the eastern coast of the island finishing in the port town of Picton.
As you come out the West Coast side of Arthur's Pass the view of the mountains is spectacular. #LifeAtExpedia
The trip to Avalanche peak is demanding. The last part is pretty scary, but the views from the top are breathtaking.
Entering Arthur's pass, just after the one way bridge accross the river
Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel

3.5 out of 5
52 Main Road Arthur's Pass National Park Canterbury
The price is Rp1.343.138 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp1.343.138
Rp1.544.638 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (317 reviews)
Lovely warm cabin with sufficient kitchen facilities. Good shower. Towels etc replaced as required. Recycling facilities. Shopping was v ltd but we had taken supplies as prewarned. Cabin a little dated but clean and warm with friendly owners. We hope that the motel can be continued with the same ...

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel
Mountain House

Mountain House

2 out of 5
84 W Coast Rd Arthur's Pass National Park Canterbury
The price is Rp1.117.820 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
Rp1.117.820
Rp1.285.538 total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Historic Village Walk and Devils ...
Mountain House
Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

3 out of 5
State Highway 73 Arthur's Pass Village
The price is Rp12.157.798 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
Rp12.157.798
Rp13.981.468 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl ...
Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass
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Popular places to visit

Devils Punchbowl Waterfall

Explore the great outdoors at Devils Punchbowl Waterfall, a lovely green space in Arthur's Pass Village.

Devils Punchbowl Waterfall

Historic Village Walk

Explore the great outdoors at Historic Village Walk, a lovely green space in Arthur's Pass Village.

Historic Village Walk

Things to do

Train through mountains in Christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch

Rp5.589.762
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch
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