Haka House Lake Tekapo

Lakefront hostel with restaurant, near Tekapo Springs

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Perched by the lake, Haka House Lake Tekapo offers a haven of relaxation with a coffee shop and laundry facilities. Enjoy free WiFi in your room or challenge friends to a game of pool at the billiards table. Guests rave about this eco-certified hostel's stunning location.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Ski facilities
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant
Ski storage
Coffee shop/cafe
Terrace
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Kitchenette
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Elevator
Free self parking

$163 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Tomorrow

Oct 10 - Oct 11

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Kitchenette

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Mobile key entry

Daily housekeeping

10 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Kitchenette

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Mobile key entry

Daily housekeeping

10 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

Heating

Kitchenette

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Private bathroom

Mobile key entry

Daily housekeeping

17 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Kitchenette

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Private bathroom

Mobile key entry

Daily housekeeping

16 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Kitchenette

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Private bathroom

Mobile key entry

Daily housekeeping

32 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

King Room Ensuite with lake view

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Kitchenette

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Netflix

Digital channels

17 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King room - Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

Heating

Kitchenette

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Netflix

Digital channels

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin room - Ensuite

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Kitchenette

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Netflix

Digital channels

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Twin Room Ensuite Lake view

Excellent

Highlights

Heating

Kitchenette

Smart TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Netflix

Satellite channels

17 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Sleeps 1

Twin Room - Ensuite

Sleeps 2

Bed In 8 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Sleeps 1

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm-shared

Sleeps 1

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

Sleeps 1

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

Sleeps 1

King Room - Ensuite - Accessible

Sleeps 2

King Room Ensuite With Lake View

Sleeps 2

Twin Room Ensuite Lake View

Sleeps 2

Twin Room With Ensuite And Lake View

Sleeps 2

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Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

About the neighborhood

5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, 7999

What's nearby

Dark Sky Project - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Church of the Good Shepherd - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Sheepdog Statue - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Tekapo Springs - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 165 min drive

Restaurants

‪Greedy Cow - ‬2 min walk
‪Better Batter - ‬7 min walk
‪Ramen Tekapo - ‬3 min walk
‪Blue Lake Eatery & Bar - ‬2 min walk
‪25 Degrees Burger - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo puts you just a 5-minute drive from Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapo. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking. Fellow travelers say great things about the location.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 8 rooms
- Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
- Reception hours are from 8 AM to 8 PM during summer, and from 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM during winter. Guests planning to arrive after the closing times should contact the property on the day of their arrival to receive an access code.

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free uncovered onsite self parking
- Free offsite parking within 328 ft

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Restaurant
Coffee shop

What to do

Pool table
Foosball
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Water skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Snow sports gear

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 1950
Terrace
Bicycle parking
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy

Accessibility

Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 35
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Front entrance ramp
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

Heating

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)

Stay connected

Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

Kitchenette

Daily housekeeping
LED light bulbs
Mobile key entry

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Policies

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

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

Also known as

Lake Tekapo YHA

YHA Hostel Lake Tekapo

YHA Lake Tekapo

Yha Tekapo Hotel Lake Tekapo

YHA Lake Tekapo Hostel

YHA Lake Tekapo

Haka House Tekapo Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Haka House Lake Tekapo offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Haka House Lake Tekapo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Haka House Lake Tekapo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Haka House Lake Tekapo and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and downhill skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.

Are there restaurants at or near Haka House Lake Tekapo?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Haka House Lake Tekapo have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room.

What's the area around Haka House Lake Tekapo like?

Haka House Lake Tekapo is a short 1-minute walk from Dark Sky Project and 7 minutes' walk from Church of the Good Shepherd. Travelers give top marks for the hostel's prime location.