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Haka House Taupo

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Lake Taupō

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Bed in 8 Bed Dorm | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Laundry room
Double Ensuite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Haka House Taupo is steps from the scenic boardwalk for relaxing walks. The garden offers a peaceful spot to unwind, while barbecue grills and an outdoor entertainment area create natural gathering spaces. Practical laundry facilities and bike rentals make exploration easy.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Studio Room - Ensuite - Accessible | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Room - Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room - Ensuite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room - Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 2 bed dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 3 bed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed dorm - Female

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 5 bed dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 9 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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The Apartment | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Quad Ensuite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quad Ensuite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Twin Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Bed in 8 Bed Dorm | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 250 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 5-Bed Dorm Ensuite Female

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 bed dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared fridge, microwave

Double Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quad Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 5 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female Only

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed En-Suite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 9 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 5 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-bed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-bed Female Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 3-Bed Dorm Shared bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 2-bed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Shared fridge, microwave

Economy Double Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
56 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Cozy Corner - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Suncourt Sushi - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Haka House Taupo

Hostel near Lake Taupō
A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Haka House Taupo. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a vending machine, and multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers, luggage storage, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Haka House Taupo offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV 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 elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Wednesday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Haka Lodge Taupo
Haka Lodge
Haka Taupo
Haka Lodge Taupo Hostel
Haka House Taupo Taupo
Haka Lodge Taupo Hostel
Haka House Taupo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Haka House Taupo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Is Haka House Taupo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Haka House Taupo?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Haka House Taupo?

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

What time is check-out at Haka House Taupo?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Haka House Taupo located?

Located in Taupō Central, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Taupō, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre, and Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp and Waikato River are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Haka House Taupo Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 272 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the best hostels we have stayed in around the world. Beautiful room, very clean, lovely decor, great kitchen with plenty of cooking surfaces and well equipped. Staff were very pleasant and location was great. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ofer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms and kitchens were immaculate. Room had great amenities and was comfortable. Highly recommended. This hostel has exceeded the very high bar of Kiwi hostels. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe place to stay. Walkable distance from central area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

What

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great place, safe and friendly environment, affordable and convenient with all the facilities needed available🙂🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, good shared facilities including laundry and sofa area. Clean and tidy and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rizza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very convenient that you can do the online pre-check in a day ahead your booked date/arrival. This step made the check in seamless. The staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ramon

Liked: Amenities
Great that they warmed the room up before I arrived :-) lounge area was great and warm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Great room. Clean and tidy. Good facilities. Unfortunately someone stole some of our food from the kitchen and some people didn't clean up after themselves in the kitchen which is stink for others. But otherwise it was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awsome stay! well recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Aarathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It felt home away from home had a great time and made new friends
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location and facilities. Really enjoyed the stay.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic accommodation, but very clean, and staff relaxed and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service, staff very helpful, awesum ppl, great vibe (very chill) would definitely stay there again 😀 👍
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Haka house exceeded my expectations. I had a very plesant experience in a relaxed enviroment. Everything was on point , from the friendly staff , facilities, cleanliness and grounds . A of affordable accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy to town but quiet enough. Plenty of indoor and outdoor spots to eat and loaf.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Kaia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quite occupied
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callum A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, affordable rooms and very well located. Clean and comfortable room that perfectly suited our needs. Extremely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
How great to find a backpackers that is quiet! Great room, ensuite attached, comfy beds, fab kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Cyree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to town. Balcony view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eveline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jack

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Hostel review

Bed was comfy, bathroom was a bit grim. TV didn’t work, bit noisy at night but it is a hostel so to be expected. WiFi was good, kitchen was available but we didn’t use it though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All ok for our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

yeong shin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
so good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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