Haka House Queenstown Lakefront is a great choice for a stay in Queenstown. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
40 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite self parking (NZD 10 per night)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Pool table
Beach nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Water skiing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Ice skating nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Lockers available
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
LED light bulbs
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
Parking
Self parking costs NZD 10 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Lakefront YHA Queenstown
Queenstown Lakefront YHA
Queenstown YHA
YHA Lakefront
YHA Lakefront Backpacker
YHA Lakefront Backpacker Hostel
YHA Lakefront Backpacker Hostel Queenstown
YHA Lakefront Queenstown
YHA Queenstown Lakefront Hostel
YHA Lakefront Hostel
YHA Queenstown Lakefront Hostel
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront Queenstown
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?
Yes. Self parking costs NZD 10 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but SKYCITY Wharf Casino (8-min walk) and Skycity Queenstown Casino (12-min walk) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like ice skating, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.
What's the area around Haka House Queenstown Lakefront like?
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront is a short 4-minute walk from Lake Wakatipu and 10 minutes' walk from TSS Earnslaw Steamship.
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Eva
Eva, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Highly recommend
This is my second time in Haka House Lakefront Queenstown. It’s always a good experience. I stayed in a 4 bed ensuite toilet. The place is very clean and new. Bed is comfortable. They do have a huge kitchen where you can also food with complete kitchen stuff. There is a locker too but you have to provide your own lock. People are so nice and the environment is really friendly. I highly recommend.
Eva
Eva, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 2, 2024
You can’t spell Haka without AK!
AK was the best host and made the stay in Queenstown a joy with his warmth and great suggestions. Property is a pleasant and scenic walk from town yet tranquil - a great balance between the scenery and the scene in this royal town.
Daanesh
Daanesh, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
Minsu
Minsu, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Sunny
Sunny, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
A great backpackers! Beds were comfortable and had a privacy curtain.
Decent hostel. Felt a bit dirty compared to other Haka hostels. Also didn’t have the friendly vibe which I had experienced elsewhere.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 3, 2024
Overall good place but issues were as follows:
- lockers in room were unusable as the beds backed onto the lockers so you couldn’t actually open the locker doors. This led to major storage issues in the 8 bed dorm and a rather cluttered room.
- quite a walk into town compared with other places (I hurt my ankle on a trek though so may have felt longer than it actually was)
Alexandra
Alexandra, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2024
KUOPIN
KUOPIN, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2024
Fantastic location, easy walk to town centre and beautiful views across the lake. Modern clean rooms and helpful staff. Kitchen set up was awesome - so much great equipment and storage facilities.
Judi
Judi, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2024
FABRIZZIO
FABRIZZIO, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 23, 2024
Worth a stay!
Comfortable bed and great having the curtain on the bed.
Tiny room for 3 beds - tough to have 2 people sorting out kit let alone 3!
Shower fans need a clean but overall great place to stay.
Lovely outlook!