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Haka House Rotorua

Property class: 5 and above
5-star hostel near Polynesian Spa

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A mural of birds on a wall with geometric patterns and a wooden ceiling.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and two patterned chairs.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a phone and a coffee maker, and a window with curtains.
A spacious room with large windows, wooden flooring, and orange chairs.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1278 Haupapa Street, Rotorua, 3010
  • Place, Rotorua Night Market
    ā€Ŗ3 min walkā€¬
  • Place, Eat Street
    ā€Ŗ6 min walkā€¬
  • Place, Rotorua Central Mall
    ā€Ŗ6 min walkā€¬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ā€Ŗ12 min driveā€¬

Room options

View all photos for King Room Ensuite

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

King Room Ensuite

  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a hanging coat rack, and a view of the outdoors.

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room - Ensuite

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

Twin Room - Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Bed in 2 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

A bunk bed with a wooden frame, a pull-out drawer cabinet with a pillow inside, and a curtain partially covering the window.

Bed in 2 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite

  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6 bed Dorm

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

Bed in 6 bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 159 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6 Bed Dorm - Female

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm - Female

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 159 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

A narrow room with bunk beds, wooden walls, and a small window.

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 189 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Entire 4 Bed Dorm

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Female

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with stacked plates, and a wooden ceiling.

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Female

  • 189 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Rotorua

City center retreat .At this Inner City hostel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Kuirau Park and Rotorua Night Market. Lakes Performing Arts Centre and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rotorua Night Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Eat Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖPoco. - ā€¬5 min walk
  • ā€ŖThai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ā€¬5 min walk
  • ā€ŖCBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ā€¬7 min walk
  • ā€ŖEl Mexican Zapata - ā€¬6 min walk
  • ā€ŖThe Early Bird Coffee - ā€¬4 min walk

About this property

Haka House Rotorua

5-star hostel near Polynesian Spa
As a guest of Haka House Rotorua, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Haka House Rotorua also features a garden, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Haka House Rotorua was completed in December 2023.

This 5-star Rotorua hostel is smoke free.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Haka House Rotorua offers 99 accommodations. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (NZD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: NZD 15.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Haka House Rotorua.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Rotorua Backpacker
Rotorua YHA
YHA Backpacker Hostel Rotorua
YHA Rotorua
YHA Rotorua Backpacker
YHA Rotorua Hostel
YHA Rotorua
YHA Rotorua Hostel
Haka House Rotorua Rotorua
Haka House Rotorua Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Haka House Rotorua Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

How close is Haka House Rotorua to the airport?

Haka House Rotorua is 5.9 mi (13-min drive) away from the Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Haka House Rotorua?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Rotorua on Oct 30, 2026 start from $44, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Haka House Rotorua have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Haka House Rotorua.

Does Haka House Rotorua offer free breakfast?

Haka House Rotorua does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Haka House Rotorua?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Haka House Rotorua?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Haka House Rotorua?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for NZD 15.00 per night.

Does Haka House Rotorua have a pool?

Haka House Rotorua does not have a pool.

Does Haka House Rotorua have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Haka House Rotorua to downtown Rotorua?

Haka House Rotorua is 0.2 mi away from Rotorua.

Haka House Rotorua Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 131 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly location short walk into central Rotorua
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice place to stay, close to the park. Bathrooms could have been cleaner as well as the communal kitchen. For the price would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and have everything you need. Location and staff were excelent.
We got private room with private bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Located at good spot. Dorm room is
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great staff. Easy check in. Nice room. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice rooms and bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just Great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chill place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy with the service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good location, but staff support was not good. 0% care for customers and 0% kindness. Room was clean overall, just some mold in the bathroom ceiling.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely private rooms with ensuite.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's quiet and the people so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice stay here. Modern, confortable and clean. Big living room and kitchen, so nice. I recommand for sure Haka House Rotorua !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Haka House Rotorua review

Nice place, very clean, good atmosphere and great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Compact clean room. Comfortable bed. TV kettle and fridge in room. Friendly helpful staff. Big clean kitchen and lounge area. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a private room and used the shared bathrooms. Everything was clean, our room was basic but more spacious than we expected. Staff was friendly and helpful, yet most things we needed were automated (like check in/ out). The location is SUPERB! We could walk to ā€œEat streetā€ and Kuirau Park is across the street, uber rides were readily available, and the InterCity bus stop was a few blocks away. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Okay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel room was fairly clean and well laid out with outlets and divider curtains on each bunch. Key card access or app access were easy to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super!

Great place. Clean with all you can need
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
full privacy curtain on the shared dormitory + personal reading light in each cabin is helpful to avoid disturbing others in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A dining room shared with friends coming from world that is absolutely perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money. Simple, unfussy accommodation - very clean and tidy. Amazing communal area and kitchen facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For a hostel, Haka house is pretty good. One thing maybe for improvement is the bath mapā€¦.. not really hygienic. Maybe one guest should be given one or not providing at all. The staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Met some amazing people on my solo travels
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everythingā€™s perfect. Kitchen facility were fully equipped. The best thing was the location. Located close to Intercity bus stop. Thereā€™s a nice free foot bath within 5mins walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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