Haka House Taupo

2.0 star property
Hostel perfectly located for exploring Taupō Central

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Living area
Double Ensuite | Balcony
Double Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
56 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo, 3330
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Spa Thermal Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Taupo Hot Springs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Taupo (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin Room - Ensuite

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bed in 9 Bed Dorm

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Single Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • 67 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Ensuite

  • 102 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm

  • 2691 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 3 bed Dorm

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

Bed in 2 bed dorm

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

Bed in 4 bed dorm

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

The Apartment

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 4 Bed dorm - Female

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

Quad Ensuite

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bed in 5 bed dorm

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

Studio Room - Ensuite - Accessible

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm

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

Economy Twin Room

  • 106.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bed in 5-Bed Dorm Ensuite Female

  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Budget Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Quad Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 9 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In 4-bed Female Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Studio Room-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bed In 4-bed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In 5 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female Only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 5 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In 2-bed Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

The Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 8-Bed En-Suite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bed in 3-Bed Dorm Shared bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Economy Double Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Taupo

Taupō Central stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Taupō Central hostel, you'll find Lake Taupo and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • A.C. Baths - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Embra - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Vine Eatery & Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Haka House Taupo

Hostel perfectly located for exploring Taupō Central
As a guest of Haka House Taupo, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Haka House Taupo. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Taupo hostel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Haka House Taupo offers 30 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, French

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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

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

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)
Guests will receive lockbox information
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

  • No pets 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
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. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed 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

How close is Haka House Taupo to the airport?

Haka House Taupo is 4.7 mi (10-min drive) away from the Taupo (TUO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Taupo on Jun 12, 2025 start from $39.93, excluding 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 Taupo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Haka House Taupo.

Does Haka House Taupo offer free breakfast?

Haka House Taupo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Haka House Taupo?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Haka House Taupo?

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

Is there free parking at Haka House Taupo?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Haka House Taupo have a pool?

Haka House Taupo does not have a pool.

Does Haka House Taupo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Haka House Taupo to downtown Taupo?

Haka House Taupo is 0.4 mi away from Taupo.

Haka House Taupo Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 255 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Alec

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Central, clean and well equipped accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sébastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La litterie est bonne, l’etablissement est propre et bien placé
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Minus: My room was just sufficient, but not practical. And at night I had to tape cardboard on the window pane to screen from the outside electrical light, and to darken the room enough for sleep. Plus: good location, good atmosphere, good facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 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

Jérémie

Liked: Staff & service
The amenities and kitchen area are not enough for the number of people the hosting.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kaia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quite occupied
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

john h

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

AJ

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

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was clean and well presented. It was just that we didnt know we had booked into a Hostel. Must have pressed the wrong button when booking as we were in a hurry/
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here. I stayed at two other Haka House properties and this one seemed like it needed some TLC and a bit of an update.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room very cost effective
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Abram

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Review for Haka House Taupo: We had 3 male staff and contractors knock and then very quickly proceed to open the door of the room we were in. This was surprising and uncomfortable as two women. They then proceeded to ask if a contractor could come on to look at the bathroom which was noted as ®being the worst by far’.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takashi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Takashi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Zhenfeng

good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Fazeena

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Takashi

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024