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Haka House Wanaka

5.0 star property

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Twin Room - Ensuite

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar

Explore the area

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94 Brownston Street, Wanaka, 9305
  • Place, Pembroke Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gallery Thirty Three
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wānaka Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wānaka Airport (WKA)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room - Ensuite

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room - Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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King Room Ensuite with Lake View | Lake view

King Room Ensuite with Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed dorm- Ensuite - Female

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed dorm - Ensuite - Female

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed dorm - Ensuite

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed dorm- Ensuite

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

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King Room Ensuite

King Room Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room - Ensuite

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 2 Bed dorm - Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm - Ensuite (Cabin)

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

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Family Room - Ensuite

Family Room - Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Bed In 6 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 2 Bed Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite with Lake view

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Wānaka

Haka House Wanaka puts you in the heart of Wānaka, within steps of Pembroke Park and Picture Lounge. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a short walk of this 5-property class Wānaka hostel include Gallery Thirty Three and within a 15-minute walk you'll find Wānaka Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • Pembroke Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Picture Lounge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gallery Thirty Three - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wānaka Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Basecamp Wānaka Climbing Centre - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wanaka Brew Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kai Whaka Pai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Firebird - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Charlie Brown - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Haka House Wanaka

As a guest of Haka House Wanaka, you'll find a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Haka House Wanaka also features laundry facilities, a television in common area, and a microwave in a common area. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Wānaka hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Haka House Wanaka offers 32 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished. This Wānaka hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured parking on site (NZD 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

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 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: NZD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Secured self-parking fee: NZD 10 per night
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Wanaka YHA
YHA Backpacker Hostel Wanaka
YHA Wanaka
YHA Wanaka Backpacker
YHA Wanaka Hostel
Yha Wanaka Purple Cow Hotel
YHA Wanaka Hostel
Haka House Wanaka Wanaka
Haka House Wanaka Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Haka House Wanaka Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Wanaka

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Haka House Wanaka?

Yep, Haka House Wanaka has a secured self car park for NZD 10 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

How much does it cost to stay at Haka House Wanaka?

As of 22 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Wanaka on 25 Mar 2026 start from NZ$319.24, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Haka House Wanaka?

No, Haka House Wanaka does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Haka House Wanaka?

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

Are pets allowed at Haka House Wanaka?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Haka House Wanaka?

There isn't one on site, but Wānaka Golf Club is a short 13-minute walk away.

Haka House Wanaka Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 245 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tahari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was in 6 bunk ensuite cabin and it was amazingly clean and spacious. Beds were comfy too. Friendly staff. Lounge and kitchen area were very warm and cosy. 5 minute walk to town area and waterfront so reasonable location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

cristine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a suite for one night. No complaints. Shower/bathroom felt like a locker room but water was hot. Several common areas to hang out and close to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good but my room stank. Can’t pinpoint what it was or if it’s on the staff or other people staying in the hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very strategic location and parking availability
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenience but improvement required
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very central, close to the lake. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siong Kee

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

Chill in sexy Wanaka

Stayed single room twin bed ensuite. Private rooms are expensive in Wanaka. By far the first most expensive private room in NZ. All good with essentials however which the bathroom are equipped with heater. 2 minutes walk to Four Square grocery and lots of eateries. Only negative issue is bathroom is very cold in private room ensuite as there is no heater as compared to Haka Tekapo which has heater in both room and bathroom. The detergents are diluted with 10% detergent and 90% water, guess that’s to save cost. I bought my own detergent (not expensive from brand Pam’s) from four square to make sure the oily utensils are cleaned and oil free.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Unionville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arunkumar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is fantastic, and the amenities were excellent, making it a comfortable base for exploring the area. However, I did encounter a few cleanliness issues. Despite requesting a thorough vacuuming of spiders and ants, they remained in the same spots when we returned, which was a bit disappointing. With a bit more attention to room upkeep, this place could be perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Amenities
Amazing location, comfy bed, clean and great en-suite bathroom. Friendly helpful staff. Great communal areas.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

JIANWEN

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

J A

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Value for money

Good value for money.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
:)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KUN-YUAN

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a nice stay. Don't usually do hostels, but this is a good one.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pascale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lot to like about this property. Friendly staff, modern clean room, great kitchen and communal room with lake views and also walking distance to all shops and services in Wanaka. Wud definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff,safe and welcoming Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ehren, Arcata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and modern facility with a view of the lake and right next to downtown. Very modern, clean, and comfortable room with bath. Very friendly staff too. Highly recommend this great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Haka House really has it down so well with their accommodation standards. Rooms and facilities top notch, and in great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, bright, huge kitchen, great vibe. Stayed in shared female room with 4 beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025