About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Haka House Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo offers adults-only hostel accommodations with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests enjoy lake and mountain views from carpeted floors and private bathrooms. Convenient Facilities: The hostel features a lounge, elevator, shared kitchen, housekeeping service, picnic area, bicycle parking, tour desk, luggage storage, and ski storage. Free parking is available for all guests. Activities and Attractions: Guests can engage in skiing, hiking, and cycling. Mt. Dobson is 28 mi away, and Richard Pearse Airport is 60 mi from the property. Highly rated for its lakes, kitchen, and communal lounge/TV room.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • FREE parking!


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stephen
    United States United States
    The absolute best Hostel we’ve stayed at in our 40 years of traveling! Very clean, large/complete kitchen, comfortable common areas, splendid location/views, friendly staff, comfortable beds (with individual lights, power, privacy curtains, etc.),...
  • Khoon
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful location right in front Lake Tekapo. I could see Church of the Good Shepherd from my room.
  • Atthaphorn
    Thailand Thailand
    the location is excellent, plenty of restaurants and supermarkets around the hotel. The church is about 10 minute walk from the hotel.
  • Deborah
    United States United States
    My first time staying in a hostel dorm room and it wasn't bad at all! The room was very small, but all you're doing is sleeping in it, so it works. The location is fantastic - kitchen and lounge look out on the lake and you're just a few steps away.
  • Lixi
    Italy Italy
    Very clean, comfortable and well-thought-out room with ensuite bathroom, we were lucky to have considerate roommates so it almost feels like staying in a decent hotel for us. The kitchen is spacious with a lot of space and a stunning view. It is...
  • Erin
    United States United States
    It was perfectly situated right by the lake and in the center of town.
  • Melinda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is fantastic- and the design of the property amazing. Such great views from inside!!
  • Jingbin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location, friendly staffs, and many equipments for cooking.
  • Solomuna
    United States United States
    Very clean with large common areas and kitchen. I also appreciated the laundry machines available and the drying room to put items in. Central location.
  • Hala
    United States United States
    Location was good but I got there quite late and doors were locked. My phone had no mobile at that time so it took quite a while to get someone to let me in. Once in my room key was on the reception counter so all good then - thanks.

Area info

Amenities of Haka House Lake Tekapo
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Ski

  • Ski storage

Activities

  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Pool table
  • Skiing
    Off-site

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access

    General

    • Adults only
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Elevator
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Upper floors accessible by elevator

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Haka House Lake Tekapo takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests 17 years or younger cannot be accommodated in shared dormitory rooms. All guests aged 17 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

    Full payment for the entire stay is required 48 hours prior to the scheduled arrival date for flexible bookings and full payment is charged upon confirmation for nonrefundable bookings.

    When booking 4 rooms or 8 guests or more will be considered as group booking and additional terms and conditions will apply.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Haka House Lake Tekapo