Arthur's Pass 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).
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).
Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand
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 Bealey Hotel

The Bealey Hotel

4 out of 5
12858 W Coast Rd Arthur's Pass Canterbury
Stay at this hotel in Arthur's Pass. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
Wonderful place! Super nice staff. We loved the our room with such an amazing view! Breakfast was great also. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

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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 Rp1.368.260 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.368.260
Rp1.573.529 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (313 reviews)
Cozy, one of our favourite hotels, clean, full kitchen, had everything we needed, beautiful location

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

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 Rp1.138.727 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.138.727
Rp1.309.582 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Nice hostel with good kitchen space

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

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Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

5 out of 5
93 Kimore Street, Christchurch
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Christchurch Town ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
Check in staff were amazing, thanks Sidd. Room was spotless and well stocked with everything needed.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

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Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,277 reviews)
Nice apartments

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
25 Southwark Street Christchurch
Stay at this aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,034 reviews)
The clean, fresh room with extra fans, heaters & blankets in the wardrobe.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

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