Haka House Franz Josef

Mountain hostel, steps from Our Lady of the Alps

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Thu 27 Nov
Sat 29 Nov
November 2025
22
December 2025
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
£55
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec

Room options

Showing 24 of 24 rooms
Shower
Quad Room - Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Quad Room - Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Quad Room - Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quad Room - Ensuite

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Desk
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 2 Bed Dorm

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room - Ensuite - Accessible

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Desk
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Desk
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room - Ensuite

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Desk
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
King Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room

Good

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Desk
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Desk
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
Interior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower

Bed In 2 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
Miscellaneous
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
Interior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
Interior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

  • Sleeps 1
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room - Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite - Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room (shared bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
Shower
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower

Entire 4 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Map
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
  • ‪Alice May - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬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
    • 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.

Fee & policy details

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 8-minute walk from Glacier Hot Pools and 4 minutes' walk from Westcoast Wildlife Centre.

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Haka House Franz Josef Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hostel we had no issues and would stay again
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really great place to stay
Corinne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I had a good stay. The staff was friendly. The hostel is well located and the room was warm and nice. But as seems to be the problem in other Haka Houses, the corridor, bathroom and lounge were freezing.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute little room - a little small but that was to be expected. Bathrooms and room were clean, and there was a sauna and laundry facilities too. Loved our stay here!
Venessa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, cosy and well run, highly recommend

Really happy with the room, clean, cosy and well run place.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay overnight. Many dining options very close. A bit noisy until 10pm, then quiet, so no complaints.
Anne, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Get what you pay for.

Our twin room with ensuite room was clean and tidy. Bathroom space was not utilised and did not provide shelf/counter space or hooks for two. The kitchen was atrociously out of date in comparison to the rest of the place, which was clean and pleasantly decorated. Large communal area was cold, asked to have the big gas fire place turned on when 2bus loads of extra people arrived - an oil heater was added to the communal area.
Donna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, good facilities esp smart tv
Rosie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

was easy to find, walking distance to places. happy with our stay!
Kayla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at Haka House

Fantastic location, great accomodations and great atmosphere
Christopher, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a great stay. Very clean. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. En-suite was perfect. Good value.
Roxane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

New and clean room, large kitchen, central walking location, and clean bathrooms. All you could ask for!
Brett, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and reasonable price
Gemma, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very noisy all around. Our room by communal bathroom, so door slammed everytime someone used it. Staff helpful and friendly great location
Christine, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It's ok for a ahort stay in the area
Cesare, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall good

Comfortable beds, great showers and lounge area, great location. A little sad that the sauna was only open 3 hours
Cecilie Dalgaard, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay . Everything clean and easy going . I didn’t see the staff because no problem at all. I really recommend this place .
Juan-Carlos, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good facilities for the price, well worth it
Kelly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The reception girl is very nice and helpful. Appreciate that. Moden design dorm.
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Wayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable bed, good kitchen facilities, Franz Josef is small so short walking distance to main street
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beds were comfortable, quiet at night. We had workmen making building noise (banging, drilling) outside our room for both afternoons, which was really annoying and hopeless given the cost of the room. Overall, clean and well run, weird having to put our sheets out with the room cost!
David, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

The ablution area was filthy and only one woman's toilet for the whole top floor
Lesley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Besttt in this town! Please keep the price affordable so I will definitely be here again
Natthanun, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location and hostel has huge potential to be so nice.. rooms and bathrooms were clean on arrival but unfortunately they are severely understaffed and can see the affects after a day or two (no toilet paper and kitchen/bathrooms are disgusting). Not a reflection on current staff who were very nice but something management needs to look at.
Elaine, 2-night trip