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Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
Lakefront hostel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Lounge
Exterior
Exterior
Interior detail
Lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr

Explore the area

Map
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999
  • Dark Sky Project
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Church of the Good Shepherd
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Tekapo Springs
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King room - Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Netflix
Digital channels
  • 20.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite with lake view

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Netflix
Digital channels
  • 17.00 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Twin room - Ensuite

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin room - Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Netflix
Digital channels
  • 13.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • 10.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • 10.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

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

View all photos for Twin Room Ensuite Lake view

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Ensuite Lake view

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Netflix
Satellite channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Female

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for King Room Ensuite With Lake View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite With Lake View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Room - Ensuite - Accessible

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room - Ensuite - Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Bed In 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed In 8 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Twin Room - Ensuite

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm-shared

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo places you steps from Dark Sky Project and within a short 5-minute stroll of Cowans Hill Walkway. Highlights at this eco-friendly hostel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and luggage storage. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and ski storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .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 - 0.1 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sheepdog Statue - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dark Sky Project - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mackenzie's Stonegrill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kohan Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Cafe & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Lakefront hostel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and ski storage are also featured at the eco-certified Haka House Lake Tekapo. Free self parking is available.

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
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
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). Hypo-allergenic bedding and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

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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
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • 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 staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, 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

Front desk (limited hours)

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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 26 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Lake Tekapo on 3 Apr 2025 start from NZ$278.44, 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.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Haka House Lake Tekapo's onsite restaurant.

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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 266 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at HAKA house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thilak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

YEJI

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Ankita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well set up and eco friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irving

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun experience
It was a very unexpected interesting experience. I almost mistakenly thought it was a nice college dorm. Love cooking together with other guests, and dining with a beautiful lake view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joanna

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

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

10/10 Excellent

Xochitl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are a family of 4 with 2 small kids and spent a very good time in an on-site room. Totally recommended and we would come back there. Unbeatable location. Meters away from dark sky project. You can stargaze from its backyard, too! Only 2 comments: some guests left food residual in the sink; maybe a major enforcement is necessary. The bunk bed ladder is squared and very uncomfortable. We would buy tshirts if they had the bending machine design. Thank you Haka House!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jatuporn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, convenient to walk around
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dingjia, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very close to Lake Tekapo and there are plenty of public parking spaces. The hotel also has amazing public areas and you will definitely take a photo there. The only downside is that room is not very big but their bed is super big and convenient (bedside table has 4 outlets and 2 bed lamps!!!)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff works very hard to keep the property clean and running well. The shared kitchen is set up well and can hold a lot of people. The only downside was the uncomfortable mattress, which in my case, was a spring mattress rather than a foam.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Thanh

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no private parking area supplied
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Bronwyn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rowena Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Amazing view! Nice property with large kitchen and lounge area on the top. We had a room on the ground floor overlooking the lake. The paint on the heating panel on the ceiling was peeling and there was stain on the toilet seat. Shower hose was leaking but the team fixed it when we told them. Overall it was alright for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damiano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, a hostel more than a motel but we had our own room, self contained
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jole'

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View of the lake from my room was gorgeous. Everything was conveniently located within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a hostel NOT a hotel. At least half the rooms are shared dormitories with some communal facilities for cooking, TV watching, pool table etc. We had our own bathroom but otherwise the room was lacking - e.g. there was a kettle and mugs but no spoons and no complimentary tea/coffee. The room was small without much space for luggage although the bed was comfortable and the heating worked quite well. The staff mentioned that other people had been surprised that this was more of a hostel. Also we have toured South Island and this was probably the most expensive stay even though it had the least facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our hotel had a spectacular view and the room was perfect for a one night stay…sadly we didn’t get much of a chance to enjoy it because after a great day at Mt. Cook (less than an hour up the road) we heard about some bad weather moving in during the night. Not wanting to get stuck with some road closures the next day (when we needed to be in Christchurch) we ended up checking out an hour after checking in. If not for the weather we would have enjoyed the view from our room when waking up the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ting

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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