Nestled in the mountains, Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook offers a serene retreat for travelers. Unwind in the sauna, get some reading done at the library or play a game of billiards by the lobby TV. With laundry facilities and multilingual staff on site, guests appreciate this eco-certified hostel’s convenient amenities.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
16 guestrooms
Sauna
Air conditioning
Library
Front-desk safe
Convenience store
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
TV in a common area
Feel at home (4)
Living room
Laundry facilities
Free self parking
Grocery/convenience store
The current price is $132
$132
includes taxes & fees
$114 per night
Apr 30 - May 1
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
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Hypo-allergenic bedding
Living room
108 sq ft
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1 Twin Bed
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Individually decorated
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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Desk chair
Laptop workspace
Living room
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Bed in 8 Bed Dorm - Female
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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
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1 Twin Bed
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Individually decorated
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Living room
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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Living room
54 sq ft
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1 Twin Bed
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Entire 8 Bed Dorm
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Living room
215 sq ft
Sleeps 8
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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Living room
215 sq ft
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1 Twin Bed
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4 Kitchener Drive, Mt. Cook Village, Mount Cook, South Canterbury, 7946
What's nearby
Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Mount Cook National Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Kea Point Walk - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Tasman Lake - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
Restaurants
Old Mountaineers' Cafe, Bar and Restaurant - 13 min walk
About this property
Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook
Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Mount Cook National Park. Guests can enjoy the sauna, and hiking/biking trails, cross-country skiing, and downhill skiing are nearby.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Grocery/convenience store
What to do
Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1982
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Television in common areas
Sauna
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate living room
Freshen up
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
More
LED light bulbs
Special features
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.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking and rock climbing. Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook also has a sauna.
What's the area around Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook like?
Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook is a short 13-minute walk from Mount Cook National Park and 13 minutes' walk from Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.
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Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Dec 27, 2024
The environment is very nice and the service is great.
Wei
Wei, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
The Hana House is very nice and the staff works hard to keep it very clean.
Glenn
Glenn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
My stay great. Property is in great condition, and staff was amazing helpful.
Alexander
Alexander, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 17, 2024
Fantastic! Clean!
Jayr
Jayr, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 16, 2025
Easy access to most hiking area, amenities clean and comfortable, friendly staff, affordable. The noise level is way too much though. It's expected on shared rooms/ accomodations, however, banging of doors and conversations of the next door occupants can still be heard past 11pm.
Dolor
Dolor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
It was clean and the location was good
SHUNSUKE
SHUNSUKE, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2024
Clean, big kitchen, enough bathrooms with shampoo, conditioner, body wash. Remember to bring bathing suit to enjoy the sauna which opens from 5-9pm. Close to hooker valley track (10mins walk to the entrance)
Man Ling
Man Ling, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2024
Very nice, well managed, homely facility
In a magnificent setting…
Will definitely be back
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Hostel itself is very clean, excellent staff, workable kitchen, etc. The only down side is that it’s a short drive or a long walk to most trailheads & of course any other loud/inconsiderate guests. The place is great though!
Kristen
Kristen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 2, 2024
Location wad very good
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jan 10, 2025
The cost is very high for what you get, suggest looking around at local motels instead. Stayed two nights, one morning and one night there was no hot water for showers or washing up.
Ella
Ella, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2024
Beyond all expectations this place absolutely amazing,
the owners are very friendly and welcoming
Gloria
Gloria, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 23, 2025
Room description was inaccurate- there was zero air conditioning available in the rooms. The only option were fans/heaters that did not work properly, or open the windows which resulted in freezing temperatures overnight. Bathrooms got incredibly dirty quickly in the mornings, but overall stay was ok with a great location and a good restaurant next door.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Newer and larger building compared to the Queenstown location we stayed at! Really comfy mattresses and the rooms had a mini fridge and plenty of hooks and hangers. The kitchen was very large and the hostel was very clean. Walls are a bit then but no issues with ear plugs!
Natasha
Natasha, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 28, 2024
Good view and easy arrived
Yau
Yau, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
There were really clean and modern kitchen and lounge. But it’s a bit pity that the dryer place didn’t work well when I stayed.
Chihiro
Chihiro, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2024
so good
yeong shin
yeong shin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2024
Location is wonderful. There are no many options for budget travelers around Mt Cook. Yet it is worth to visit. Staff are friendly. Price are competitive.
SHASHA
SHASHA, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 26, 2024
Good location. A little bit noisy, we can hear someone is taking from the room nearby.
CHING TING
CHING TING, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2024
Good
Attila
Attila, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 27, 2024
Clean and seemed to be well managed. Stayed two nights in an 8 bed dorm. Deducted one star as the internet wasn't working for a few hours the first morning.
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2024
Room for 8
I had a late check in and I forgot to let them know but luckily then left the key with my name on it in an envelop. The place was very clean. It looks new and simple. Staff were nice. I will be back for sure.
Eva
Eva, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 11, 2024
Overall stay was acceptable. It was easy to get there, lots of available parking space and cooking facilities were adequate. However, there was no hot water for showering on our first night and it is abit noisy with people walking around. Not sure if the hot water ran out on the first night as the place was fully booked (we showered around 8pm). We intentionally showered earlier on the second night (arnd 6pm) and there was no issue. We might have been unlucky with the water heating but would recommend to shower earlier, esp if you’re intending to stay in the winter.
Yi Jun
Yi Jun, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2024
I was told that the bed i was about to select had bugs! I had friendly roommates; wouldve been nice to know that i was booked 📖 into a hostel & that I'd be sharing a room with up to 7 other people.
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 2, 2024
It's a good place, but we paid twice what we paid for other places on our 4,5 week trip and this wasn't worth it. There are shared bathrooms that are ok and a nice kitchen area, but you are not allowed to drink or eat in you room and we had to remove dovets and pillowcases ourselves and put in their laundry basket. It was also a lot of noise, music and people opening and closing doors. It's not big stuff but really, for that price, nope.