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).
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 NZ$148 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$148
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 Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach

Arthur's Pass Canterbury
The price is NZ$145 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
NZ$145
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy patios. Popular attractions Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl Waterfall are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (181 reviews)
Great place to stay. Enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Mountain Village Bach
Mountain House

Mountain House

2 out of 5
84 W Coast Rd Arthur's Pass National Park Canterbury
The price is NZ$125 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
NZ$125
25 Apr - 26 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
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Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach

Arthur's Pass Canterbury
Stay at this cottage in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy patios. Popular attractions Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl Waterfall are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (181 reviews)
Great place to stay. Enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Mountain Village Bach
Gorgeous family-sized rustic Holiday Chalet in Arthurs Pass. Tranquil setting!

Gorgeous family-sized rustic Holiday Chalet in Arthurs Pass. Tranquil setting!

Arthur's Pass National Park Canterbury
Stay at this chalet in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Great place to relax, easy walking distance to town.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Gorgeous family-sized rustic Holiday Chalet in Arthurs Pass. Tranquil setting!
We are just about 3 minutes from city centre of Arthurs Pass

We are just about 3 minutes from city centre of Arthurs Pass

Arthur's Pass Village Canterbury
Stay at this holiday home in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Historic Village ...
We are just about 3 minutes from city centre of Arthurs Pass
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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

Activities

Train through mountains in Christchurch

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

NZ$560
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch
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Cities near Arthur's Pass National Park

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

It's spring time

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