About this property

Haka House Taupō is a vibrant hostel in central Taupō, located just moments away from the breathtaking Lake Taupō! Ideal for budget travelers seeking comfort and privacy, Haka House Taupō offers a range of dorm rooms and private accommodations. Each room seamlessly blends convenience, style and practicality, for a smooth and enjoyable stay. Guests can enjoy the lively yet laid-back ambiance of the communal spaces which encourage relaxation and socializing, and make use of the modern facilities including a laundry room and fully equipped kitchen.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

    • Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 bunk beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

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Free Wifi

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bryonia
    Australia Australia
    Room with ensuite, warm, comfy bed, near everything, parking.
  • Kasper
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Property was homey and well maintained. Lots of parking. The beds were very comfortable.
  • Nishant
    India India
    The place is well maintained and the facilities provided overall are good.
  • Courtney
    United States United States
    Joe and kitchen cleaners were all friendly and helpful. Room was nice. I enjoyed the open seating area near kitchen.
  • Hollie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable beds with curtains, plug sockets and personal night lights. Within walking distance to everything. Nice lounge room downstairs to relax in and nice dining area upstairs.
  • Vanessa
    Canada Canada
    Very comfy mattress and very cozy duvet. Lots of areas to hang out in. Walkable to lake, restaurants, Huka falls.
  • Jun
    United States United States
    Nice wooden design all furniture tables are made of timber
  • Tiffany
    China China
    Well facilitated and clean, spacious shared kitchen which is joint with a wonderful view terrace, the laundry room is on first floor. My room is cozy and comfy with a convenient lay-out of private bathroom. Nice staff and location. Great choice...
  • Christopher
    United States United States
    It was clean. It is a walk to the town center. Which does help with parking.
  • James
    United States United States
    Great staff, fixed a snafu from Booking.com who screwed up our reservation. Place was very clean and comfortable with a lot of relaxation communal space. Central to everything in Taupo with a great view of the lake and mountains. Close to the...

Area info

Amenities of Haka House Taupo

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Badminton equipment
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and charges may apply.

  • Street parking

Front Desk Services

  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access

General

  • Adults only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at this property.

Please note that reception hours are as follows:

09:00 until 17:00, daily.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Haka Lodge Taupo in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Late check in can be arranged, and there are staff onsite at all times to assist with any urgent inquiries outside of office hours.

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

* Full payment for the entire stay is required 48 hours prior to the scheduled arrival date for flexible bookings and full payment is charged upon confirmation for nonrefundable bookings.

* When booking 4 rooms or 8 guests or more will be considered as group booking and additional terms and conditions will apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Haka House Taupo of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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