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Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

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Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)
Reception
Exterior
Shower, hair dryer
Bicycling

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry room

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4 Kitchener Drive, Mt. Cook Village, Mount Cook, South Canterbury, 7946
  • Place, Mount Cook National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm - Female

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 4 bed Dorm

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 3 bed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Entire 8 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

This hostel features a sauna, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a front-desk safe and a vending machine.
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook offers 16 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include showers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook, you're just a quick walk from Governors Bush Walk Trailhead. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, laundry facilities, and a vending machine
  • Onsite recreation includes a sauna
  • Steps from Te Wahipounamu and 13 minutes by foot from Mount Cook National Park
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook offers its guests a sauna, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook also features a front-desk safe and a television in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Mount Cook hostel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1982
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Living room

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 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
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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Mount Cook YHA
YHA Hostel Mount Cook
YHA Aoraki Mt Cook Hostel
YHA Mt Cook Hostel
YHA Cook Hostel
YHA Aoraki Cook Hostel
YHA Cook
YHA Aoraki Cook
Yha Mt. Cook Hotel Village
YHA Aoraki Mt Cook New Zealand/Mt. Village
YHA Aoraki Mt Cook Backpacker
Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook Mount Cook
Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 112 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, well equipped kitchen, amazing views and the Sauna was great after a day hiking
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. The bed room, communal bathroom, shower, kitchen, are all very clean. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at. Great beds, super clean, excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and amazing kitchen. Clean and comfy. Some noise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thuydung

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable rooms. Communal spaces are also very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and organized
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a spotless hostel! We were so impressed by how hard everyone in the staff worked to make sure the entire place is perfectly clean! The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The beds were very comfortable. Bathrooms were clean with great water pressure. It’s so conveniently located. Don’t hesitate to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yoong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the cheapest accomodation around
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view of mountains
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect alpine place to stay. Very clean, warm and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yoonju

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hana House is very nice and the staff works hard to keep it very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KEIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen is clean and useful. The stuff are very kind and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The environment is very nice and the service is great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness
Location wad very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay great. Property is in great condition, and staff was amazing helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHUNSUKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the location was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beyond all expectations this place absolutely amazing, the owners are very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, well managed, homely facility In a magnificent setting… Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All you really need. The area around the location is so exceptional you will not be inside much at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good view and easy arrived
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024