Hostel with free parking, a short walk to Lake Taupo
Coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area are available at this hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, free newspapers and tour/ticket assistance.
Haka House Taupo offers 30 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Haka House Taupo, you're just a quick walk from Lake Taupo. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Amenities include free newspapers in reception, laundry facilities and multilingual staff
On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
Within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupo and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
As a guest of Haka House Taupo, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Haka House Taupo. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Taupo hostel.
Languages
English, French
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
Thin carpet in room
More
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
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Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Wednesday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests will receive lockbox information
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
Access methods
Staffed front desk, lockbox
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
Wednesday - Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive lockbox information.
We should mention
Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.
Property is also known as
Haka Lodge Taupo
Haka Lodge
Haka Taupo
Haka Lodge Taupo Hostel
Haka House Taupo Taupo
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Haka House Taupo Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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I've not stayed in hostels much so I had a lot of questions that the staff were very happy to answer. They helped me with everything I needed and were very kind.
Hostel beds come with privacy curtains which kept things very cosy. I slept incredibly well and had a great shower. Everyone is friendly. Although the lower bunks are QUITE low, I bumped my head a lot. Great communal kitchen with all required free amenities, and great laundry services although be aware that you do need change.
Kirsty
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
6/10 Okay
Zef
Travelled with family
14 Jan 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Staff were welcoming and friendly. The beds provided a reasonably comfortable night's sleep. The main lounge offered a selection of enjoyable board games. However, the lack of air conditioning on a hot night was notable. The kitchen appliances were somewhat unreliable, and the extended wait for shower access due to one bathroom being out of order was inconvenient. A blocked shower outlet led to an overflow issue. Given these issues, personally, I don't plan on staying there again.
Although I had prepaid my stay through Expedia, the accommodation charged my credit card after I had checked out. I had to contact Expedia to get a refund. However, through no fault of mine, I have been hit with a SGD9 (NZD11) loss due to credit card fees and exchange rate conversions for the wrongful deduction and subsequent refund.
Because of this, I cannot recommend this hostel.