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Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
Luxury eco-certified hostel near Lake Tekapo

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Living area
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Exterior
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999
  • Popular LocationDark Sky Project1 min walk
  • Popular LocationChurch of the Good Shepherd7 min walk
  • Popular LocationTekapo Springs4 min drive

Room options

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Bed in 8 Bed Dorm Ensuite

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • 32.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Netflix
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 20.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Netflix
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 17.00 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Netflix
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 13.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Classic Shared Dormitory

Classic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Shared

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • 10.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • 10.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • 16.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • 17.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Shared Dormitory

Classic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Shared Dormitory

Classic Shared Dormitory

Classic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Exterior
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Parking included
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Microwave
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The price is AU$155
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
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About the area

Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo places you steps from Dark Sky Project and within a 10-minute stroll of Cowans Hill Walkway. Highlights at this eco-friendly hostel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities and ski storage. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Attractions in proximity to this 5-property class Lake Tekapo hostel include Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki.
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What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 1 min walk
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 7 min walk
  • Sheepdog Statue - 9 min walk
  • Tekapo Springs - 4 min drive
  • Mount John Observatory - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tlv Restaurant & Bar - 1 min walk
  • Mackenzie's Stonegrill - 1 min walk
  • Jack Rabbit - 3 min walk
  • Astro Cafe - 21 min drive
  • Kohan Restaurant - 1 min walk

About this property

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Luxury eco-certified hostel near Lake Tekapo
Haka House Lake Tekapo offers its guests barbecue grills, ski storage, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified Haka House Lake Tekapo also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Lake Tekapo hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1950
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Haka House Lake Tekapo offers 8 accommodations. Accommodation at this 5-star hostel has kitchenettes.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Piano
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk

More

  • Building
  • Built in 1950
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette

More

  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are from 8 AM to 8 PM during summer, and from 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM during winter. Guests planning to arrive after the closing times should contact the property on the day of their arrival to receive an access code.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-out is available.

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Backpacker property is rated 5 stars, and is displayed on this page as 5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

Lake Tekapo YHA
YHA Hostel Lake Tekapo
YHA Lake Tekapo
Yha Tekapo Hotel Lake Tekapo
YHA Lake Tekapo Hostel
YHA Lake Tekapo
Haka House Tekapo Tekapo
Haka House Lake Tekapo Lake Tekapo
Haka House Lake Tekapo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

Haka House Lake Tekapo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Lake Tekapo on 27 May 2024 start from AU$137.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

Yep, Haka House Lake Tekapo has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

No, Haka House Lake Tekapo does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

There isn't one on site, but The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo is a short 17-minute walk away.

Haka House Lake Tekapo Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 105 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 105 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

lucy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Booked 2 single beds with bathroom, but was disappointed, the evening/ night was noisy with teenager guests, no milk coffee, tea etc, very small room, and expensive, view from window of rubbish and bottle bins, so noisy when bottles thrown out. Positive was location and room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Autal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything Great views of the Lake
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Yvonne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a large backpacking type facility for all sorts of travelers. Very modern, clean & tidy with spectacular views. The building is of poor quality with respect to sound. Fire doors have been installed for every room, therefore hinged. The doors slam all night & early morning, as people come & go and get up to go to toilet. The noise echoes down the corridors. It's an assault to the senses and doesn't make it a relaxing, peaceful place to stay. I booked a 4-bed dorm room with ensuite. Thats how it is advertised on WOTIF site. What it doesn't say (that I could find) was there is a chance you will be placed in a mixed room. That may not suit many people and should be made clearer. So when I asked management on that day (2 guys) about this, I was bluntly informed that's what I booked through WOTIF. There are NO ensuite rooms for females only. So, unless I could prove to them my booking via WOTIF said something different, I was not able to change rooms. I would have been happy to change to a non-ensuite dorm room. It was quietly implied to me to "suck it up" for one night! I found that really not customer service focussed and disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic !
What a fantastic spot for a short stay ! We stayed in an ensuite room- clean and functional - compact but enough for 2 nights .Excellent service, clean shared kitchen and great open spaces for work or gathering. The location is fantastic - stunning views to the lake and within walking distance to all Tekapo has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

ambur

The view is worth the drive alone. For a hostel it is better than most but quiet noisy and hard to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous new youth hostel
Really excellent for a youth hostel, in a stunning location on the lakeside. We had an ensuite double room, upstairs as we had requested. Clean, comfortable, with small fridge, hairdryer and kettle in the room - so didn't use the communal facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Ishan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
The bed sheets didn’t look washed/ fresh. The soap dispenser in the bathroom was empty. Looked like a rinse and repeat room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Bryce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel right on the lake. Lots of restaurants and food trucks right outside. Shared facilities were clean and other residents were polite and quiet. Check in closed at 8pm. The best part was that stargazing was very easily accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023