Arthur's Pass National Park 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).
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.
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 Rp1.347.720 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.347.720
Rp1.549.908 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 Rp1.121.673 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp1.121.673
Rp1.289.924 total
8 Feb - 9 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

Mountain House
Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

3 out of 5
State Highway 73 Arthur's Pass Village
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 ...
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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! (3,274 reviews)
Comfortable bed, great location

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Peppers Bluewater Resort
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! (215 reviews)
clean and comfortable experience

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Quest on Kilmore
Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge

3 out of 5
11 Jimmys Lane Lake Tekapo
Stay at this holiday home in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (307 reviews)
Great apartment, beds are comfortable. But the shower Is very small and hard to turn around. A bit pricey.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

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Popular places to visit

Temple Basin, Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand

Temple Basin Ski Area

Hit the slopes at Temple Basin Ski Area during your trip to Arthur's Pass National Park. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Temple Basin Ski Area

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

Rp5.402.630
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch
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