Haka House Franz Josef

Mountain hostel, steps from Our Lady of the Alps

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Lounge - Haka House Franz Josef (Franz Josef Glacier)

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets - Haka House Franz Josef (Franz Josef Glacier)

Reception - Haka House Franz Josef (Franz Josef Glacier)

Surrounded by the natural beauty of Westcoast Wildlife Centre, Haka House Franz Josef is a haven for eco-conscious travelers. With in-room WiFi, unwind on the tranquil terrace or challenge friends to a game of pool at this smoke-free hostel.

Very good

Popular amenities

Parking available
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

Terrace
Garden
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (4)

Garden
Terrace
Laundry facilities
Limited on-site parking

£60

includes taxes & fees

16 Dec - 17 Dec

Room options

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Quad Room - Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quad Room - Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Desk chair

Laptop workspace

Desk

16 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Single Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

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Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

15 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Bed in 6 Bed dorm

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Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

14 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

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Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

13 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

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Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

14 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Bed in 2 Bed Dorm

Exceptional

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Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

8 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

King Room - Ensuite - Accessible

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Desk chair

Laptop workspace

Desk

10 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

King Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Desk chair

Laptop workspace

Desk

10 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room - Ensuite

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Eco-friendly toiletries

Private bathroom

Hairdryer

Desk chair

Laptop workspace

Desk

10 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Single Bed

King Room

Good

Highlights

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Desk chair

Laptop workspace

Desk

12 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Desk chair

Laptop workspace

Desk

10 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Single Bed

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating

Hypo-allergenic bedding

14 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Single Bunk Beds

Bed In 2 Bed Dorm

Sleeps 1

Standard Twin Room

Sleeps 2

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Sleeps 1

Quadruple Room With Ensuite

Sleeps 4

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

Sleeps 1

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Sleeps 1

Twin Room - Ensuite

Sleeps 2

King Room Ensuite - Accessible

Sleeps 2

King Room (shared bathroom)

Sleeps 2

King Room Ensuite

Sleeps 2

Entire 4 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 4

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About the area

2-4 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886

What's nearby

Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
St James Anglican Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Glacier Hot Pools - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Waiho Hot Tubs - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

Hokitika (HKK) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬4 min walk
‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
‪Monsoon Bar - ‬6 min walk
‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min walk
‪Alice May - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Haka House Franz Josef

Enjoy your visit to Franz Josef Glacier with a stay at Haka House Franz Josef. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 38 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- 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 time is 10:00 AM

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
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
- Haast Pass roads south of the Franz Josef Township are closed at 7 PM.

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 cots (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

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

Parking

- On-site parking is limited

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

Pool table

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Facilities

1 building/tower
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy

Accessibility

Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

Heating

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Shower only

Stay connected

Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)

More

LED light bulbs

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 20

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have lifts.

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and a security system on-site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard

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.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Also known as

YHA Franz Josef Glacier Backpacker

YHA Franz Josef Backpacker Hostel Franz Josef Glacier

YHA Franz Josef Backpacker Hostel

YHA Franz Josef Backpacker Franz Josef Glacier

YHA Franz Josef Backpacker

YHA Franz Josef Hostel Franz Josef Glacier

YHA Franz Josef Hostel

YHA Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier

YHA Franz Josef

YHA Franz Josef Hostel

Haka House Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier

Haka House Franz Josef Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Haka House Franz Josef?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Haka House Franz Josef?

Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Haka House Franz Josef?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 20.

What is there to do at Haka House Franz Josef and nearby?

Haka House Franz Josef has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Haka House Franz Josef like?

Haka House Franz Josef is a short 4-minute walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre and 8 minutes' walk from Glacier Hot Pools.

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Haka House Franz Josef

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Popular amenities

Main amenities (7)

Feel at home (4)

Room options

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Quad Room - Ensuite

Highlights

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Bed in 6 Bed dorm

Highlights

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Highlights

Bed in 2 Bed Dorm

Highlights

King Room - Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

King Room Ensuite

Highlights

Twin Room - Ensuite

Highlights

King Room

Highlights

Twin Room

Highlights

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Bed In 2 Bed Dorm

Standard Twin Room

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Quadruple Room With Ensuite

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Twin Room - Ensuite

King Room Ensuite - Accessible

King Room (shared bathroom)

King Room Ensuite

Entire 4 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathroom

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About the area

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Haka House Franz Josef

At a glance

Hotel size

Arriving/Leaving

Special check-in instructions

Required at check-in

Children

Pets

Internet

Parking

Other information

Property amenities

What to do

Services

Facilities

Accessibility

Room amenities

Home comfort

Sleep well

Freshen up

Stay connected