In the heart of Te Aro, Haka House Wellington offers an eco-friendly escape. Unwind in the arcade/game room or challenge friends to a game of billiards/pool table while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Te Papa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Courtenay Place - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Michael Fowler Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Cuba Street Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 14 min drive
Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 43 min drive
Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 6 min drive
Wellington Ngauranga Station - 8 min drive
Wellington Station - 22 min walk
Restaurants
Fringe Bar - 3 min walk
Hummingbird - 2 min walk
Embassy Theatre - 2 min walk
Deluxe Espresso Bar - 2 min walk
Thai Chef's Restaurant - 1 min walk
About this property
Haka House Wellington
Haka House Wellington puts you within a 10-minute drive of Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal.
At a glance
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Hotel size
133 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Pool table
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
More
LED light bulbs
Mobile key entry
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
Also known as
YHA Backpacker Hostel Wellington City
YHA Wellington City Backpacker
YHA Wellington City Hostel
YHA Wellington City
YHA Wellington City Hostel
Haka House Wellington Wellington
Haka House Wellington Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Haka House Wellington Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Wellington
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Haka House Wellington?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Haka House Wellington?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Haka House Wellington.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Haka House Wellington?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Haka House Wellington and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Haka House Wellington also has an arcade.
What's the area around Haka House Wellington like?
Haka House Wellington is in Te Aro, a short 7-minute walk from Te Papa and 3 minutes' walk from Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Haka House Wellington Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Location
Ambience
Value
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Great place
Jeremie
Jeremie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
Buen ambiente.
Personal muy amable.
Buenas instalaciones.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
Buenas instalaciones.
Personal amable
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 13, 2025
Was an overnight stay to check out an exhibitions
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
It was good
MAHUTA
MAHUTA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Good location would book room with own bathroom next time
June
June, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 18, 2025
Always a good stay. Smart renovation of an older building, good storage and joinery design on bunk beds
Niall
Niall, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
nice hostel and very happy within location , staff and room
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
The room was clean and comfortable and the location made it easy to walk to tourist locations, take busses and go on tours.
Douglas
Douglas, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Clean and comfortable
We stayed in a private family room at Haka House during the Cuba Dupa Street Festival. It was clean, comfortable and relatively quiet.
Roger
Roger, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Clean room, the location is excellent close to a supermarket and city center
I recommend
Sébastien
Sébastien, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
The place had character. It was a bit further on the edge than others but convenient to the bus stop if you are tired of walking, right along the water & with a grocery store right nearby.
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Great place to stay in the city
What a great place to stay. Really friendly, clean and so central. Highly recommended
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Haka House Wellington - our whanau, 3 tamariki and mama have had the best stay. Our accommodation was perfect for us.
Situated in a great location for our needs.
Staff are friendly warm and inviting and such a pleasure to have had met them. Andreas' nga mihi koutou katoa. (Thank you all)
I highly recommend Haka House Wellington. Great stay, so much so the kids did not want to leave.
Great experience,
Ihipera and tamariki 👌👍😀
Ihipera
Ihipera, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2024
Great location
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 19, 2025
Excellent proximity to CBD and good value hotel/hostel. Big kitchen / dining areas, reception people were helpful, lifts work well. Room was well prepared. Shared toilet / bathroom areas seemed to get messy during the day; despite being cleaned earlier on.
Derek
Derek, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Second time here it is pretty awesome if you are looking something in cbd .
arun
arun, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2023
Good place to stay in the city center
Wei
Wei, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Very central good value for good facilities
Dion
Dion, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Close to the quay and in a central location.
VINITA
VINITA, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 30, 2024
Great location! Good service! The room and bathroom is too small.
Maggie
Maggie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Thank you once again Haka House. We love staying with you. Always love the staff at reception- always friendly and helpful. The young gentleman even remembered my daughter graduated the day before and asked how it all went. It’s those small things that make you feel part of the place and not just a number. Quiet, Comfy beds- lovely rooms. We loved our room with the sea view so beautiful. Thanks again.
Paula Michelle
Paula Michelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Great stay for family with young kids. Public transport to and from everything/everywhere 100m away. Harbour view from family room great with bonus of fire station across the street. 2 bunk beds for kids had curtains both sides for each bunk which gave kids their own "huts" and enabled grandparents to retire later in same room.
Murray
Murray, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2023
Very handy affordable three night stay in a twin room all to myself.
Jon
Jon, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2025
Great location + very walkable to all the sights.
I had a wonderful visit in Wellington. Haka House was easy to get to from the airport. And the surrounding area had a lot of food options. It is conveniently located to all the sights, made walking to them accessible without having to catch a bus or call an Uber. I love it that the staff were all very friendly. I had a great experience and have already recommended Haka House to a friend who plans to visit Auckland.