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The 6 Best Hostels in Mount Cook Village, New Zealand

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Situated Among the Southern Alps, Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook features views of Mount Cook, and is 200 metres from Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. It offers affordable accommodation with a seasonal barbecue area, a self-catering guest kitchen and free access to a sauna room.

Guests can choose to stay in a lively dormitory room or in the comfort of a private room. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared. Up to 5GB of free WiFi is available for guests.

An amazing hostel and location! It reminded me of the hostel in Liechtenstein - well cleaned and spacious for each person. Massive kitchen area with proper recycling bins. Absolutely loved the quiet area and access to the sauna was just amazing after the hikes! Great for stargazing too! The rooms had enough space for luggage storage and curtain to avoid disturbance. Haka house provided shower gels, shampoo and conditioner in all their bathrooms which was great!

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8.6
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1,117 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Mount Cook Village

  • Avg. price/night: $344.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,118 reviews
    it was our first time in the Haka hostel in a shared dormitory, but I was pleasantly surprised at how comfortable and quiet it was. All the other guests in our 8 bed mixed dorm were considerate and kept noise to a minimum. The rooms were very clean and everyone tidied up after themselves in the kitchen and bathroom areas.
    Rachel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $344.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,118 reviews
    Great location, felt comfortable and safe staying in a female only dorm of 8. Kitchen was tidy, staff were helpful, other guests were considerate.
    Lucy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $344.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,118 reviews
    Even though it is for backpackers but there’s a privacy for the bunk bed coz each of it, is equipped with blinds and lights.
    Aniza
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $344.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,118 reviews
    It is a youth hostel (YHA) but many people of various age groups. Everyone was very friendly and respectful.
    John
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $344.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,118 reviews
    One of the best hostels I have ever stayed in. It was super cosy, modern and extremely clean. Each bunk bed had their own curtains and usb plugs. It is the perfect spot to discover the breathtaking Mount Cook National Park. I did several day hikes and even an overnight hike. I couldn't ask for a better place to stay in at Mount Cook!
    Jeniffer
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $344.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,118 reviews
    Location. Clean. Very new. Dorm rooms and beds very well designed. Plenty of shower and toilets. One of the best hostels I had stayed at.
    jane
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $344.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,118 reviews
    This is the best Youth Hostel we've ever stayed at. It was very clean and comfortable. The linen looked brand new. The location was stunning, lying at the foot of Mount Cook. The lounge area and kitchen were well equipped and extremely comfortable.
    David
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $344.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,118 reviews
    One of the best hostels I have been to, very confortable and clean, super relaxing atmosphere, good to meet people. First time I have slept in an 8-ppl dorm by myself! The best organized kitchen I have seen so far with perfect gas cooker, good and clean dish towel, soap for hands (and it is surprisingly not that that common in youth hostels!) Will definitely come back.
    Arnaud
    Solo traveler
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,285 reviews
    Room was small but clean and well presented, perfect for what we needed. View from our room and the communal area were fantastic. Communal areas with seats and kitchen were excellent, clean and well maintained. Had the feel of a youth hostel. Staff friendly and helpful. Would happily stay again if we come back.
    Andy
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $344.26
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,118 reviews
    This is one of the best hostels we have stayed in. Lovely situation, well managed, very clean. The manager was very helpful and obliging. The room was small but perfectly adequate.
    Raeburn
    Young couple