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Haka House Christchurch

5.0 star property
Hostel in Christchurch, steps from Hagley Park

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Lounge
King Room Ensuite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi
Hallway
BBQ/picnic area
Reception
Haka House Christchurch, in the heart of Christchurch City Centre, offers a relaxed atmosphere for travelers. Unwind in the garden, challenge guests to pool, or watch TV in the comfy lobby. Stay hydrated with the water dispenser after exploring the city.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 2 Bed Dorm | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 2 Bed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 3 Bed Dorm - Female

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room - Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room - Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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King Room Ensuite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

King Room Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Laptop workspace
Desk
Desk chair
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room - Disability Access

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed In 3-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed In 3-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed In 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

King Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed In 2 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed In 8 Bed Dorm – Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Map
36 Hereford St, Christchurch, 8001

What's nearby

  • Hagley Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cathedral Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Christchurch Casino - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Eddie's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Craft Embassy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Quad Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fiddlesticks Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Brightside Rooftop Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Haka House Christchurch

Hostel near Hagley Park
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Haka House Christchurch. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • A TV in the lobby, barbecue grills, and a water dispenser
  • Luggage storage, a billiards/pool table, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Haka House Christchurch include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans

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.

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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 transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1930
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Thomas's Hereford Christchurch
Thomas's Hotel Hereford
Thomas's Hotel Hereford Christchurch
YHA Christchurch Hostel
YHA Christchurch
YHA Christchurch
Haka House Christchurch Christchurch
Haka House Christchurch Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Haka House Christchurch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Haka House Christchurch?

Haka House Christchurch doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Haka House Christchurch?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Haka House Christchurch?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Haka House Christchurch located?

Located in Christchurch City Centre, this hostel is steps from Hagley Park and The Arts Centre. Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum are also within 5 minutes.

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