Arthur's Pass Village 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.

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Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel

3.5 out of 5
52 Main Road Arthur's Pass National Park Canterbury
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The price is AU$121 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$121
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! (315 reviews)
The rooms are nice, the views all around are wonderful, location is convenient. But really the reason i gave it 5 stars is due to the proprietor. Fiona is generous, affable, helpful, and just generally lovely host.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel
Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach

Arthur's Pass Canterbury
The price is AU$165 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$165
23 Mar - 24 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! (177 reviews)
Loved the location, wonderful view of iconic Arthur's Pass railway. Easy walk to village.

Reviewed on 5 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 AU$104 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$104
23 Mar - 24 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
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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! (177 reviews)
Loved the location, wonderful view of iconic Arthur's Pass railway. Easy walk to village.

Reviewed on 5 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 ...
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

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

AU$473
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch
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