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Haka House Franz Josef

4.5 star property
Mountain hostel, steps from Our Lady of the Alps

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Surrounded by the natural beauty of Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Haka House Franz Josef is a haven for eco-conscious travelers. With in-room WiFi, unwind on the tranquil terrace or challenge friends to a game of pool at this smoke-free hostel.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (7)

  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited onsite parking
The current price is CNY353
CNY405 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19

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Quad Room - Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 6 Bed dorm

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 2 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
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  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Room - Ensuite - Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Room Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room - Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Entire 4 Bed Dorm

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Bed In 2 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Quadruple Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room - Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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King Room Ensuite - Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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King Room (shared bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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King Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Entire 4 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
2-4 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

  • Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St James Anglican Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Glacier Hot Pools - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waiho Hot Tubs - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Haka House Franz Josef

When you stay at Haka House Franz Josef, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Our Lady of the Alps and Westcoast Wildlife Centre. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Haast Pass roads south of the Franz Josef Township are closed at 7 PM.
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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)
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Accessibility

  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

More

  • LED light bulbs

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

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 20

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20 per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

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

Also known as

YHA Franz Josef Glacier Backpacker
YHA Franz Josef Backpacker Hostel Franz Josef Glacier
YHA Franz Josef Backpacker Hostel
YHA Franz Josef Backpacker Franz Josef Glacier
YHA Franz Josef Backpacker
YHA Franz Josef Hostel Franz Josef Glacier
YHA Franz Josef Hostel
YHA Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier
YHA Franz Josef
YHA Franz Josef Hostel
Haka House Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier
Haka House Franz Josef Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Haka House Franz Josef?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Haka House Franz Josef?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Haka House Franz Josef?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 20.

What is there to do at Haka House Franz Josef and nearby?

Haka House Franz Josef has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Haka House Franz Josef like?

Haka House Franz Josef is a short 8-minute walk from Glacier Hot Pools and 4 minutes' walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre.

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Reviews

Haka House Franz Josef Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable and close to walk for dinner.
Lenore, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location close to shops and testaurants. Staff were excellemt, working with us after a bookimg error. The stay was warm and comfortable, we reslly like the sustainable sjde promoted.
Naomi, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay by the four of us in a four bed (Twin bunks) room with more room in it that I had expected, with a locker each for luggage etc. Plenty of good showers and toilet facilities close to the room, with kitchen and eating facilities near the main hotel entrance. A great value stay with very friendly and helpful staff.
Ian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was small but very clean and well designed. Perfect location right in town, walkable to everything.
Scott, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful and helpful staff. Nice, cosy location. Good parking access. Clean areas
Emma, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good spot for a couple of nights to break up a long journey. Very clean room, huge bathroom and great facilites/kitchen. Out of hours check in was made very easy too. I would definitely recommend staying here
Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I shared a 4 bed dorm with my teenage kids. Spot, well designed and all the little things thought of. Kitchen has everything you could need. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Keri, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The room itself had a few amenities and was generally clean. However, it gets very hot. The only solution is to open the windows and let in potential sandflies, or ask for one of the couple fans available. The bedding has outlines of sweaty bodies and probably should be replaced.
Megan, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The facilities at Haka House were very good. The bunk room was clean and well appointed, particularly liked the design of the bunk beds with shelving, lighting, phone charging and a privacy curtain. The additional storage under the bed and in the adjacent cupboard meant the small room was uncluttered. The bathroom facilities were clean, showers lacked towel hooks and shelving for bits n pieces but there was ample hot water, no timer and good water pressure. The kitchen and dining areas were well appointed. Small thing, there were adequate tea towels but they looked a bit grubby. The Staff were universally helpful and friendly. Overall good value for money - great stay.
Julie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was spotless as was the rest of the facility. The sauna was a nice bonus. Hal’s House keeps Raising the bar. A very good stay. Highly recommended.
Ofer, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, modern and comfortable stay! Appreciated the TV room, common room with games, a fireplace and lots of seating. The kitchen was well equipped and spacious, my highlight was the sauna which was inside the hostel that was delightful and warmed me after a cold hike. I also loved that my en-suite bathroom had both an extractor fan and heater too which was a nice touch.
Owal, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cute little room - a little small but that was to be expected. Bathrooms and room were clean, and there was a sauna and laundry facilities too. Loved our stay here!
Venessa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, good facilities esp smart tv
Rosie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and reasonable price
Gemma, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I had a good stay. The staff was friendly. The hostel is well located and the room was warm and nice. But as seems to be the problem in other Haka Houses, the corridor, bathroom and lounge were freezing.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good facilities for the price, well worth it
Kelly, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was a great stay. Very clean. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. En-suite was perfect. Good value.
Roxane, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable bed, good kitchen facilities, Franz Josef is small so short walking distance to main street
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

New and clean room, large kitchen, central walking location, and clean bathrooms. All you could ask for!
Brett, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot for exploring the area. Great room & communal facilities. Would recommend
Kate, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

post Copland Hike

Friendly staff, the sauna was a bonus and aided recovery after our long hike. a perfect wee stop over, super comfy beds!
B, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Overall good

Comfortable beds, great showers and lounge area, great location. A little sad that the sauna was only open 3 hours
Cecilie Dalgaard, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay . Everything clean and easy going . I didn’t see the staff because no problem at all. I really recommend this place .
Juan-Carlos, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel.in glacier township

friendly and profesdional. Facilities are new and well maintained. Staff gave good guides to sites.
Ning, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very noisy all around. Our room by communal bathroom, so door slammed everytime someone used it. Staff helpful and friendly great location
Christine, 1-night trip