Haka House Franz Josef

4.5 star property
Hostel in Franz Josef Glacier, steps from Our Lady of the Alps

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Exterior
Reception
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Haka House Franz Josef offers eco-conscious travelers a genuine retreat surrounded by natural beauty. Guests can connect with in-room WiFi, relax on the peaceful terrace after a day of exploring, or enjoy a friendly game of pool at this smoke-free hostel.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM188
RM216 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct

Room options

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Quad Room - Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
Desk
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 6 Bed dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 2 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

King Room - Ensuite - Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

King Room Ensuite

Highlights

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

Twin Room - Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

King Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the area

Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Haka House Franz Josef is in the mountains. Our Lady of the Alps is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Alex Knob. Glacier Hot Pools and Roberts Point are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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
  • ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alice May - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Haka House Franz Josef

Hostel near Our Lady of the Alps
Located close to Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools, Haka House Franz Josef provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free property, a nature reserve and a vending machine
  • A billiards/pool table and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Haka House Franz Josef offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and heating

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.

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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

  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting

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
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.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is 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

Is Haka House Franz Josef pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Haka House Franz Josef?

As of 21 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Franz Josef on 22 Oct 2025 start from RM 187.75, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Haka House Franz Josef?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Haka House Franz Josef?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Haka House Franz Josef?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 20.

Where is Haka House Franz Josef located?

Situated in the mountains, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Our Lady of the Alps and Westcoast Wildlife Centre. Glacier Hot Pools is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.

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