Castle Hill

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Castle Hill Conservation Area is an awesome place for a morning stroll. Good photo compositions can be found all over the place. We didn't get great light that day but at least some moody clouds.
Castle Hill Conservation Area is an awesome place for a morning stroll. Good photo compositions can be found all over the place. We didn't get great light that day but at least some moody clouds.
Frigid mountain rainwater? Any bath is worthwhile for a dirtbag cyclist. Stopping at Castle Hill was a must on our trip over Arthur's Pass. Wandering through the otherworldly rock formations made us feel like little kids - you just can't help but play hide and go seek through the tunnels or climb to the highest peak.
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Castle Hill is an incredible maze of limestone boulders in Arthur's Pass on New Zealand's South Island. It's representative of the dreamlike/fantasy landscapes one can find in New Zealand AKA Lord of the Rings country. Castle Hill serves as a perfect location for bouldering, climbing, having a picnic and/or playing hide and seek. #Green
Absolutely stunning! We visited on the opening weekend and it was great. Powdery open trails, get trails for all levels too. Not busy by any standard, and the views from the top are breathtaking.

Advice: It is in a basin where the sun doesn't get to much so dress warmly! And I would recommend a 4 wheel drive as the road is very steep gravel :) 

Other than that - just the essentials. Snacks, and a camera!
Porters Lodge

Porters Lodge

2.5 out of 5
State Highway Castle Hill
The price is P6,114 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
P6,114
P7,031 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this ski lodge in Castle Hill. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Porters Ski Area and Kura Tawhiti ...
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
Room was well maintained and the common bathroom/toilet was clean. Staff was friendly and food was good. Everything expected in a ski lodge.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Porters Lodge
Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery

4.5 out of 5
623 Coleridge Road Windwhistle
The price is P10,152 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
P10,152
P11,674 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Windwhistle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Popular attractions Rakaia Gorge Walkway and Washpen Falls ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (152 reviews)
Room was fantastic, some of the best food of our holiday

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery
Mountain House

Mountain House

2 out of 5
84 W Coast Rd Arthur's Pass National Park Canterbury
The price is P3,829 per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
P3,829
P4,404 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
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 Jan 11, 2026

Mountain House
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.
Villa 239 - Christchurch Holiday Homes

Villa 239 - Christchurch Holiday Homes

2.5 out of 5
623 Coleridge Rd Windwhistle Canterbury
Stay at this villa in Windwhistle. Enjoy free parking, satellite TV channels, and in-room jetted tubs. Popular attractions Rakaia Gorge Walkway and Washpen Falls ...
Villa 239 - Christchurch Holiday Homes
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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