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Reviews of Haka House Franz Josef 4.5 stars

2-4 Cron Street, 7886 Franz Josef, New Zealand

#30 of 35 hotels in Franz Josef

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 448 hostel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    8.0
    come again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    clean

    room

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sauna is a lovely luxury. A real treat after a day exploring in chilly Franz Josef.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    When we arrived as a group check in was slow and one person on reception was not very pleasant..the other person was...of course they needed passports so a long check in orocess

    Good facilities...good options of rooms

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    As it was a hostel, we had to walk to the shared bathroom that's a distance away from our room. However, this is was within expectations and no complaints really.

    The kitchen was really well equipped and the room bed was comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    When I stayed there, there was a biggest tour group of 18 year olds. They were extremely loud and rude. I know their behaviour is not in control by Haka House but letting guests know they provide accommodation to these big groups

    Excellent location. Very helpful information regarding hikes in the area etc

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Heavy rain caused a leak in the roof and some hallway flooding, but staff did a good job to contain it.

    Beautifully designed, everything you need in common spaces and rooms for a comfortable stay like games, fireside blankets, kitchen items etc, thoughtful showers with hooks and a bench, lovely sauna was a bonus!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    Really enjoyable experience staying here with my family.Would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing springs to mind except the awful wet weather but can’t blame Haka House for that.

    Excellent location to stay for a few days while exploring Franz Josef. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. Excellent Kitchen and dining facilities with space to chill out. Even tried out the Pool table and table football.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Water pressure could've been a bit better in the showers but it wasn't that bad.

    Beds were great as they were a good size and had a proper curtain you could pull all the way across for privacy.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Big kitchen very clean well organised

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    8.0
    A good place for a one night stopover.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    People could be heard easily in the corridor, but this was okay for one night.

    The accommodation we're very flexible with our arrival time and checking out. This was a one night stopover on our way from Queenstown to Kaikora. It looked like it had a lovely shared lounge and cooking facilities, but we had no need to use these. The rooms were spacious and clean and we had an onsuite bathroom.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    Great facilities and great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t get my laptop connected to the wifi, the landing page where you can enter your room number and phone number only pops up on cell phone.

    Super quiet location at the end of the road near forest area, yet still conveniently close to intercity bus stop. Inviting hangout areas. Big kitchen. One of my favorite Haka Houses so far!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    8.0
    Nice ensuite room in a very new facility, little overpriced.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room Ensuite - Accessible
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not really effecting my stay but water came up from the hallway floor during heavy showers. Like many of the hostels I've slept so far guest are really unable and unwilling to keep common areas clean so kitchen was a mess most of the time. Not Haka staff fault of course. Rooms overpriced but again, that seems the standard in NZ.

    The facilities are new and my room was extremely tidy and clean. Bed comfy and fridge and kattle provided. Shower had a good pressure and great water temperature. Franz Josef is a small town and all the accomodation are pretty close to each other. Pool table in the common area and WiFi strong and stable.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    Cost Effective and Spacious Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King room Ensuite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Cleanliness was an issue, with what looked like a midge apocalypse in the bathroom and one of the corridors suffering a major leak. AC was non-functional, so got a bit humid.

    Had one of the ensuite rooms and it was spacious and the shower was great. Kitchen was well-stocked and easy to navigate, with a bit of helpful cooperation with other guests. Location was ideal.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    Modern and comfortable accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King room Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small space around bed.

    Lots of facilities to offer for backpackers and those wanting to prepare own meals. Ensuite rooms very well appointed .

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    9.0
    Matched the description - lovely clean place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slightly dirty bathrooms.

    Great location with a big clean kitchen.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Shower in shared bathroom was blocked, drainage was very poor

    Room was very small but comfortable, clean

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    8.0
    great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    all was clean nice new remodeled!!

    The staff was unbelievable professional, helped to solve problem with 1 room that has no Toilet due to emergency in the hotel.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    8.0
    Short break travelling around South Island New Zealand.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King room Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing, all was good

    Comfortable and good sized room, very clean, nice modern decor and en-suirte bathroom was a good size too.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    7.0
    Good value and convenient. Staff helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sound insulation could be better but as long as everyone respects the 10:30pm quiet time, it is ok - this did not happen on our first night.

    Booked a room with en suite, which was fine. Most rooms use shared bathroom. Kitchen was well equipped with plenty of fridge space for individual’s food.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room Ensuite - Accessible
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen many appliances not working (stoves) Door banging during night. Limited room on one side of Queen bed to get in and out (ensuite room 2)

    Renovated hostel in good location. Pool table. Comfortable, not too busy.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    9.0
    Pretty enjoyable staying here.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    If cleaned public area(especially toilets and shower room)more often will be perfect.

    Room is nice, bed is good, kitchen is large and nice.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough place for storage of dry food in shelves, people had to keep their food on the floor. In showers just one small hook for clothes.

    Curtains in bed. Pleasant common area with free table footbal and billard. Hair dryer avaiable in ladies bathroom. Very good localisation, close to restaurants. Parking next to building.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    9.0
    Great and affordable place to stay near the village and the glacier
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were unable to stay in our room because of recent rain damage. We were moved next door to The Chalet. Haka House communicated well and the booking was seamless. Thank You

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    8.0
    Fun time in Franz Josef
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I can think of

    Clean and modern. Compact and well designed rooms.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    9.0
    Clean modern hostel in a great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The doors are fire doors, so bang, annoying at night. Some guests leave their bathroom fans running, which can be heard through the walls. The reception kindly switched off the neighbouring fans for us.

    The location for everything you need in Franz Josef. Recently refurbished nicely. Our twin ensuite room faced the rain forest. Large kitchen, dining, lounge area, and garden.

    Stayed in February 2024

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