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 AED 240 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
AED 240
AED 277 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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 11 January 2026

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 AED 335 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 335
AED 387 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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 29 December 2025

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel
Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach

Arthur's Pass Canterbury
The price is AED 313 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
AED 313
AED 431 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
We loved the mountain setting and the bach though basic was perfectly comfortable for our needs

Reviewed on 27 January 2026

Mountain Village Bach
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.
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
We loved the mountain setting and the bach though basic was perfectly comfortable for our needs

Reviewed on 27 January 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 WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Overall a good place if looking to stay in the area as there are limited choices. Access to house was via lockbox/key which was easy. House itself had plenty of room, with a spacious common room with fireplace as well as firewood/kindling/coal provided. Radiators in every room for heat, which was ...

Reviewed on 29 January 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 vacation home in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Historic Village ...
We are just about 3 minutes from city centre of 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.

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