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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$74
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

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76 Marsden Road, Paihia, 0200
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St Paul’s Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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8.0 out of 10
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  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Ensuite

  • City view
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Ensuite

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 6 Bed Dorm

  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room

Twin Room

  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Paihia

At Haka House Bay of Islands you'll be within steps of Bay of Islands and Paihia Wharf. Highlights at this beach hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a lift and a vending machine. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Paihia hostel include Paihia Beach and Te Ti Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paihia Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Te Ti Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St Paul’s Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Te Tii Marae Waitangi - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Breeze Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Orange Frog - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Haka House Bay of Islands

Haka House Bay of Islands offers its guests a vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 4.5-star Paihia hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2015
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Haka House Bay of Islands offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. This Paihia hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Books

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Haka Paihia
Haka House Bay of Island
Haka House Of Islands Paihia
Haka House Bay of Islands Paihia
Haka Lodge Bay of Islands Hostel
Haka Lodge Bay of Islands (Paihia) Hostel
Haka House Bay of Islands Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Haka House Bay of Islands Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Paihia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Haka House Bay of Islands?

Haka House Bay of Islands offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Haka House Bay of Islands?

As of 13 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Bay of Islands on 16 Jun 2026 start from NZ$74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Haka House Bay of Islands?

Yep, Haka House Bay of Islands is a short 3-minute walk from Paihia Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Haka House Bay of Islands?

No, Haka House Bay of Islands does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Haka House Bay of Islands?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Haka House Bay of Islands?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Haka House Bay of Islands Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 153 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay. The amenities are very good and clean and tidy. Dorm rooms are comfortable but can get quite warm. Good location opposite the wharf and within 30 minutes walking treat grounds and other walking tracks. Staff are very good and informative and will provide you with plenty of help if needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Georg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room. Staff unbelievable helpfull!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Hansie

Liked: Amenities
there was some grime at the edge of the shower entrance. towels and sheets were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value and location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mayumi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so close from the water and the kitchen is big and clean. very very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good for backpackers accommodation. Rooms with ensuite available which is good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Haka Lodge reflects its past as a YHA hostel with all the facilities and ambience of the youth hostel which encourages interaction with other guests. We were impressed with the helpfulness and pleasantness of the staff in answer to our questions about Paihia and Russell. The facilities are clean, well kept and presented.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very central location for activities, food, buses, wharf. Some areas of the hostel are looking a bit tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Didn’t want to leave…

Haka House is a fantastic hostel, I can’t imagine there’s a better option for a stay in Paihia, especially on a budget. Great location, spectacular views from dining and main area. Excellent service with terrific front desk support, Byron deserves a raise. I highly recommend this place, and will stay here again if the opportunity brings me back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely private room with ensuite. Staff were eager to help
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Execellent location, view and staff!!!

One of the best hostel I’ve stayed. Beautiful view from kitchen/lounge. CLEAN and great staff from manager Pablo to Martin, Marika and unsure of name but a female staff from France. Friendly, professional and engaging.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

I had an excellent stay. The Apple TV is a big bonus (I had an ensuited bathroom). Highly recommended.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hostel! The staff are lovely and willing to help with whatever questions you have! Stayed in the 4-bed female dorm and it was pretty good - the floor was quite creaky underneath the carpets in the room so it was hard to be quiet when I had to be up early some of the days (thankfully the other guests were not bothered by this!). The head space on the top bunk was a bit tight but I was comfortable enough for the stay. Bathrooms and shower rooms were clean and tidy. Kitchen and common areas were very spacey and you never felt like you were climbing on top of anyone while cooking. There wasn’t too many people during my stay but it was also early spring. The hostel is also not even 5 minutes walk from where the tours typically go from and where the intercity buses go. Would recommend this place for anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Henriette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice location but bad accomodation

It’s a worn down hostel, and since it is a part of the Haka Hostel chain, where I have stayed at other locations, I was surpriced at the low standard. The staff is very serviceminded and friendly, but that doesn’t outwieght the small and badly ventilated rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. A calm and clean place. Only thing I can think to complain about is the shower pressure. One time it was fine, then the next time it was barely a dribble, despite no one else using the showers at the same time. Otherwise was a perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful and Relaxing seaside hostel

The hostel was very friendly and safe. There was a fantastic lounge area that we used for cooking and leisure time. The view was beautiful and they let us leave our large bags in a locked room and use the bathroom and facilities after we checked out (while we waited for the bus). It was very clean and the only negative is that the shower door didn't hang completely straight. I would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uptodate and secure facilities, in a modern building with lift access. Well stocked except for a clean towel which I would have appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Deann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a fantastic stay, nice private curtains in dorm but my one qualm was the bed was very hard and the room was hot, making for an uncomfortable sleep. Other than that I loved the hostel
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and functional. Well suited to a young person/people. I did feel I get get better value for money by spending a little bit more and staying else where.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great staff (thanks Martin) and a very comfortable bed. BUT ... most main showers had no liquid soap, and all of the ventilation fan inlets above those showers were blocked solidly with lint. The hand soap dispenser in our room was so high on the wall it was virtually impossible to use properly, plus the washhand basin is stupidly installed. We do not recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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4/10 Poor

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was way to hot in the rooms - No air-con or windows to open definetely the worst sleep ever. My other room-mates couldn’t handle it either.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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6/10 Okay

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Mostly clean, very quiet (I was there during winter), friendly staff, good location, large lounge area, strong wifi. Cons: Very loud cooling system in private room; bitten by insects/bugs overnight; clutter (unneeded fans) in private room; uncomfortable pillows; sheets feel old and stained; odd cleanup rules in kitchen (everything has to be hand dried and put away right away, so you're essentially using the same set of crockery/flatware as others throughout the day). I slept very badly and had to check out two nights early.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is so central in Paihia it makes walking around to the many eating and shopping locations easy. We were in room 11 which was at the end of the hallway and did not get a lot of AC and the window didn't open. The small TV which is steictly facing one of the beds and cant rotate, also doesnt have cable or casting abilities. There was a DVD player so we grabbed a couole movies from the lounge just to find out the DVD player was broken so we ended up watching a movie on a laptop. I had messaged, emailed, and done the online check in to say I was going to be arriving late and still got a bit of sass from the staff when I called looking for check in instructions. The email with the info came through an hour after we checked in. Otherwise, it was average at best, but you get what you pay for!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's all about location and staff here, particularly Gillian. (And, they answer their phone!) She was extremely helpful, professional, and kind. It's thanks to her and her knowledge of the North Island that I found some cool spots to hang out in. The kitchen and common room have a beautiful (although somewhat obstructed) view of the ocean, and are spacious. There were enough showers to go around, although I think some additional common toilets could be added--two per gender weren't enough. I stayed in a private room two nights and a dorm for one. Both were comfortable stays. When I moved to the dorm, I was worried about noise as it was right next to the common areas. But staff were good about closing the door at 10:30pm. Some hooks or additional racks would be handy in the private room bathrooms. I would have no hesitation in recommending this property.