Hostels in Mount Cook

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for going out. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its mountain views and glaciers.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices and a social setting.

Still deciding where to stay in Mount Cook? This hostel is popular: Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook - Located within a 20-minute walk of Mount Cook National Park. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Mount Cook are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate some places near Mount Cook. Get out into nature with places such as Aoraki / Mount Cook, Mount Cook National Park and Hooker Valley Track. Cultural attractions include Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. Additional attractions include Kea Point Walk, Red Tarns and Mueller Hut.