Arthur's Pass National Park

Travel 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.
Mountain House

Mountain House

2 out of 5
84 W Coast Rd Arthur's Pass National Park Canterbury
The price is NT$2,036 per night from Jan 24 to Jan 25
NT$2,036
NT$2,342 total
Jan 24 - Jan 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 2026/1/11

Mountain House
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 NT$2,447 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
NT$2,447
NT$2,814 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (313 reviews)
Cozy, one of our favourite hotels, clean, full kitchen, had everything we needed, beautiful location

Reviewed on 2025/12/29

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel
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 WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl ...
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Quest on Manchester

Quest on Manchester

4.5 out of 5
54 Manchester Street Christchurch
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lyttelton Harbour and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (397 reviews)
Great service by Astha

Reviewed on 2026/1/14

Quest on Manchester
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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Christchurch Town ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (202 reviews)
Great staff not available on check in left a message and key. Tv not working on check in but that’s okay with me not my spouse. I would stay there again knowing what to expect

Reviewed on 2026/1/16

Quest on Kilmore
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,258 reviews)
Beautiful suite and spacious.

Reviewed on 2026/1/14

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Popular places to visit

Temple Basin, Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand

Temple Basin Ski Area

4/5(3 reviews)

Hit the slopes at Temple Basin Ski Area during your trip to Arthur's Pass National Park. Savor 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