Arrowtown

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Arrowtown featuring street scenes and a small town or village
Arrowtown
Arrowtown
Arrowtown
Arrowtown
This historic mining town is a great day trip from Queenstown, and gives visitors the chance to strike gold.

Arrowtown owes a lot to the river it was built on, for the Arrow River gave the town both its name and its fortune. Arrowtown is a historic former gold-mining settlement located just 20 minutes from Queenstown. Despite its population falling to less than 200 people during the 20th century, the tourism boom in the region helped restore Arrowtown to its former glory. Today, the town attracts visitors wanting to learn about the early settlers of the region, and hikers and cyclists who come to use some of the best trails in the area.
 
Pan for gold in the Arrow River, an exciting activity for children and adults alike. While most of the gold has long been mined from the region, panning remains a popular activity for visitors to Arrowtown. Walk through the restored original buildings of the township to understand how the original settlers once lived. Make your way towards the buildings closest to the river to see the fascinating Chinese settlement. Visit the Lakes District Museum to learn about the history of the gold-rush town and the South Island’s lakes district.
 
Arrowtown marks the beginning of some of the region’s best mountain biking and hiking trails, and you can rent a bike from one of the stores in town. The trails vary in difficulty pick up a map indicating the suggested experience level when you get your bike.
 
Take a short walk along the river from the town to discover a vista used in the filming of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. The scene depicting the “Ford of Bruinen” was filmed here, and the region contains much of the imagery used through the films.
 
Arrowtown can be reached by car or charter bus and is about 20 minutes’ drive from Queenstown. There is ample free parking, although spots near the main street can fill quickly

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort

5 out of 5
1124 Malaghans Road, Arrowtown
The price is ¥41,688 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥41,688
¥47,941 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Arrowtown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Millbrook Resort Golf Course and Lakes ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (720 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Millbrook Resort
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

2 out of 5
12B Centennial Avenue, Arrowtown
The price is ¥9,983 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
¥9,983
¥11,681 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Arrowtown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tobins Track and St Patrick's Catholic ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (41 reviews)
"Cozy, warm, easy with our kids in the bunks, pretty spot. Loved it."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown
Settlers Cottage Motel

Settlers Cottage Motel

4 out of 5
22 Hertford Street, Arrowtown
The price is ¥14,734 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
¥14,734
¥17,110 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Arrowtown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (355 reviews)
"Lovely old world charm and plenty of space. Loved it. Will be back."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Settlers Cottage Motel
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.
 One Bedroom unit in Arrowtown, close to cycle trails, and main attractions

One Bedroom unit in Arrowtown, close to cycle trails, and main attractions

Arrowtown
Stay at this apartment in Arrowtown. Enjoy free WiFi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
Amazing Arrowtown
"A lovely homely unit with everything you need. Friendly hosts. Close to main street and supermarket. A great sunny location."

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

One Bedroom unit in Arrowtown, close to cycle trails, and main attractions
Arrowfield Apartments

Arrowfield Apartments

4.5 out of 5
115 Essex Avenue, Butel Park, Arrowtown
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Arrowtown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Arrowtown Chinese Settlement ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
"Great place, comfortable beds."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Arrowfield Apartments
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive, Remarkables Park, Queenstown
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,283 reviews)
"Great room and facilities, clean, quiet and value for money. But keep in mind it is out of town but the bus stop is only a few hundred metre walk so not an issue. And close to the airport and remarkable shops. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
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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