About this property
At Haka House Aoraki - Mt Cook, adventure and comfort merge in a warm and inviting atmosphere. With its great location which provides easy access to the must-see Tasman Glacier, and captivating surroundings of the majestic Aoraki/Mt Cook, our hostel offers a perfect blend of scenic beauty and moments of discovery. Guests can unwind in friendly shared spaces, retreat to cozy, fully equipped rooms, and even relax in the sauna. Not to mention, Haka House Aoraki - Mt Cook is located within the International Dark Sky Reserve, for a stay filled with incredible stargazing experiences. Let your glacier adventures begin here, at Haka House Aoraki - Mt Cook.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Naomi
United Kingdom
“Great location (close to Mt Cook village and other trailheads), really friendly staff who had great tips for accessing trails and activities in the area, comfy lounge areas, cleanliness was spot on!” - Karfeh
Canada
“The rooms were very spacious and comfortable. The sauna was amazing!! A great way to relax after a day of hiking. The kitchen was really clean and had nice furniture and appliances . The lounge was spacious and had a great view. They gave me...” - Rosanna
United States
“there's not much in mount cook village if you are looking for a place to stay but this hostel was a great option. people of all ages, not a party spot or loud at all. seems like everyone cleaned up after themselves in the kitchen and bathroom. we...” - Laura
Panama
“Everything! We stayed at very last minute in a mix dorm and was really nice, I’ve already stayed at many hostels before around the world and this is easily one of the best talking about facilities and how clean it is. They also have private rooms...” - Linh
United States
“We had such an amazing stay. Great staff, exceptional location and comfortable accommodations to say the least. The main recommendation is to buy groceries before you head into Mount Cook since there's a full kitchen if you want to cook. 10/10...” - Hala
United States
“Wonderful staff, extremely helpful and friendly - thank you so much for all your support and conversation.” - Bonnie
United States
“Not there long, arrived at 7:30 pm and left at 7 am next day.....so did not see any staff Liked the outdoor picnic tables and benches and lounge areas--not found at all hostels” - Antipaz
United States
“It was my family's first time to stay in a "dorm-like" accommodation. It was a great experience. My parents were not very keen on sharing the room with other travelers, but they can say, they did it.” - Cynthia
United States
“Perfect location. Exceptional cleanliness. Nice private rooms. Minutes to trailheads and visitor center. Very fun to be with others in common areas and kitchen. Lots of sharing.” - Philippe
Canada
“Great location, right in the park. Decent selection in the food vending machine if you didn't bring food (i.e. pasta)”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.


The fine print
Guests 17 years or younger are not permitted to stay in dormitory accommodations unless that dormitory is privatized, where all beds are booked in the room and a minimum of one adult is part of the booking party. All guests 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult for any booking and that adult is responsible for actions of all the youths within that booking party.
Please note for bookings of 10 or more guests, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information, please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.
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 Aoraki Mt Cook 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.