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).
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 RM307 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
RM307
RM352 total
24 Mar - 25 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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (316 reviews)
Fantastic view of the mountains , clean and comfortable!!

Reviewed on 15 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 RM230 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
RM230
RM264 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Great location, good communication. Good place for a backpacker. The room was a little crowded and dated but clean. Good kitchen.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Mountain House
Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

3 out of 5
State Highway 73 Arthur's Pass Village
The price is RM2,774 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM2,774
RM3,191 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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,298 reviews)
Closet for a room misleading especially for what we paid Seemed staff put all their tour groups in best rooms and we got the crap rooms

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

5 out of 5
93 Kimore Street, Christchurch
Stay at this luxury apartment in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions New Brighton Beach and Christchurch ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (239 reviews)
Great room

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Quest on Kilmore
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,053 reviews)
Yes, easy access to all the shopping and restaurants!

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Southwark Hotel & Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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