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Haka House Wanaka

5.0 star property
5-star hostel perfect for exploring Wānaka

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Outdoor dining
Shared fridge, microwave
Front of property
Interior
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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94 Brownston Street, Wanaka, 9305
  • Place, Wānaka Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Puzzling World
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rippon Vineyard
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wānaka Airport (WKA)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room - Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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King Room Ensuite with Lake View | Lake view

King Room Ensuite with Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed dorm- Ensuite - Female

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed dorm - Ensuite - Female

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed dorm - Ensuite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed dorm- Ensuite

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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King Room Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room - Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 2 Bed dorm - Ensuite

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm - Ensuite (Cabin)

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

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Family Room - Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 2 Bed Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite with Lake view

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Wānaka

City center stay.At this hostel, you'll be steps from Pembroke Park and Picture Lounge. Also, Gallery Thirty Three is within half a mile (1 km) and Wānaka Golf Club is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pembroke Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wānaka Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Puzzling World - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Rippon Vineyard - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Mount Iron Lookout - 12 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Fig - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kai Whaka Pai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Firebird - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wanaka Brew Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Doughbin Bakery - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Haka House Wanaka

5-star hostel perfect for exploring Wānaka
As a guest of Haka House Wanaka, you'll find a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Haka House Wanaka also features laundry facilities, a television in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Wānaka hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Haka House Wanaka offers 32 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished. This Wānaka hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured self parking on site (NZD 10 per night)

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: NZD 20

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
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Secured self parking fee: NZD 10 per night
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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, Mastercard, Eurocard, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Wanaka YHA
YHA Backpacker Hostel Wanaka
YHA Wanaka
YHA Wanaka Backpacker
YHA Wanaka Hostel
Yha Wanaka Purple Cow Hotel
YHA Wanaka Hostel
Haka House Wanaka Wanaka
Haka House Wanaka Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Haka House Wanaka Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Wanaka

Frequently asked questions

How close is Haka House Wanaka to the airport?

Haka House Wanaka is 6.4 mi (11-min drive) away from the Wānaka Airport (WKA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Wanaka on Nov 19, 2025 start from $152.49, 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 Wanaka have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Haka House Wanaka.

Does Haka House Wanaka offer free breakfast?

Haka House Wanaka does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Haka House Wanaka?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Haka House Wanaka?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Haka House Wanaka?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for NZD 10 per night.

Does Haka House Wanaka have a pool?

Haka House Wanaka does not have a pool.

Does Haka House Wanaka have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Haka House Wanaka to downtown Wānaka?

Haka House Wanaka is 0.5 mi away from Wānaka.

Reviews

Haka House Wanaka Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 229 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very central, close to the lake. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siong Kee

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

Chill in sexy Wanaka

Stayed single room twin bed ensuite. Private rooms are expensive in Wanaka. By far the first most expensive private room in NZ. All good with essentials however which the bathroom are equipped with heater. 2 minutes walk to Four Square grocery and lots of eateries. Only negative issue is bathroom is very cold in private room ensuite as there is no heater as compared to Haka Tekapo which has heater in both room and bathroom. The detergents are diluted with 10% detergent and 90% water, guess that’s to save cost. I bought my own detergent (not expensive from brand Pam’s) from four square to make sure the oily utensils are cleaned and oil free.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Unionville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arunkumar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is fantastic, and the amenities were excellent, making it a comfortable base for exploring the area. However, I did encounter a few cleanliness issues. Despite requesting a thorough vacuuming of spiders and ants, they remained in the same spots when we returned, which was a bit disappointing. With a bit more attention to room upkeep, this place could be perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Amenities
Amazing location, comfy bed, clean and great en-suite bathroom. Friendly helpful staff. Great communal areas.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

JIANWEN

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

J A

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Value for money

Good value for money.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
:)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KUN-YUAN

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a nice stay. Don't usually do hostels, but this is a good one.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pascale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lot to like about this property. Friendly staff, modern clean room, great kitchen and communal room with lake views and also walking distance to all shops and services in Wanaka. Wud definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff,safe and welcoming Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ehren, Arcata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and modern facility with a view of the lake and right next to downtown. Very modern, clean, and comfortable room with bath. Very friendly staff too. Highly recommend this great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Haka House really has it down so well with their accommodation standards. Rooms and facilities top notch, and in great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, bright, huge kitchen, great vibe. Stayed in shared female room with 4 beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

Wanaka

Great cabin. Fab facilities, nice to be able to cook for ourselves but in East reach of town centre
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Wanaka

Great place to visit and great place to stay close to everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great! Though I would only stay a night and ended up staying two nights, great town and great place to stay, very walkable location, friendly people, and lots of spaces to relax within the hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No AC in the summer and it gets HOT. Was unbearable from about 5-9 PM. Great location though close to everything, free street parking adjacent to hostel, no need to pay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gord

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for all
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025