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Haka House Rotorua

5.0 star property
Eco-certified hostel in Rotorua

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Dining room
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated
Outdoor dining
Lounge
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated
Haka House Rotorua, in the city's heart, offers a peaceful getaway. Enjoy in-room WiFi and relax on the garden terrace. Explore the Polynesian Spa and nearby nature reserve. Helpful staff and laundry facilities add convenience for longer stays.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 2 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Twin Room - Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm - Female

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Desk chair
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

King Room Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Female

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Female

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6 bed Dorm

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 6 bed Dorm

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed In 4-bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed In 6-bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm - Female

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 2 Bed Dorm Ensuite Accessible

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Twin Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite Accessible

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

King Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Entire 4 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm Ensuite - Female

  • Sleeps 1
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About the area

Located in Rotorua, Haka House Rotorua is in the city centre. Polynesian Spa and Blue Baths are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Rotorua Night Market and Eat Street. Skyline Rotorua and Waimangu Cauldron are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's hot springs, or seek out an adventure with ziplining, hiking/biking trails and skydiving nearby.
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Map
1278 Haupapa Street, Rotorua, 3010

What's nearby

  • Eat Street - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rotorua Central Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pig & Whistle - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Thai Central Restaurant Rotorua - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Poco Tapas And Wine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fat Dog Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Haka House Rotorua

Eco-certified hostel remodelled in 2023 and located near Polynesian Spa
A terrace, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Haka House Rotorua. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and secured bike storage
  • A vending machine, a table football and smoke-free property
  • Barbecues, a nature reserve and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 99 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Separate sitting areas 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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (NZD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - December 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: NZD 15.00 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rotorua Backpacker
Rotorua YHA
YHA Backpacker Hostel Rotorua
YHA Rotorua
YHA Rotorua Backpacker
YHA Rotorua Hostel
YHA Rotorua
YHA Rotorua Hostel
Haka House Rotorua Rotorua
Haka House Rotorua Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Haka House Rotorua Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Rotorua

Frequently asked questions

Is Haka House Rotorua pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Haka House Rotorua?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Rotorua on 18 Oct 2025 start from NZ$99.98, including 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 Rotorua?

Self-parking is available for NZD 15.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Haka House Rotorua?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Haka House Rotorua?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Haka House Rotorua located?

Located in Inner City, this eco-certified hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Kuirau Park and Polynesian Spa. Rotorua Night Market and Sir Howard Morrison Performing Arts Centre are also within 10 minutes.

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Haka House Rotorua Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 82 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice rooms and bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom could do with decent clean. Floors walls and shower
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Rotorua reception took so long to check us in. We had a long trip and just wanted to freshen up and get some rest. The shower gel and hand soap in my room was empty. Left to go to dinner then had issues with the swipe card so couldn't get back into my room, my room was on the other side of the building so had to go down & up more flights of stairs to go back down to reception but had to wait there for 30mins while others were getting checked in. Not my best stay at Haka House but other than that my room was clean and cosy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super!

Great place. Clean with all you can need
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tetiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in. The bed was great, not soft like in 90% of hotels, so I did not have a back pain. The room was very clean. The bathroom was reasonably clean. Quuet hours are 10pm-7 am, however one neighbor wad talking over the phone and laughing loudly at night for about an hour so i could not sleep. In my humble opinion such guests must be fined.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

TATSUNORI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything’s perfect. Kitchen facility were fully equipped. The best thing was the location. Located close to Intercity bus stop. There’s a nice free foot bath within 5mins walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Good for what we needed it for. Unfortunately there was some male sports team staying there also and were extremely loud. The walls a very very thin. But overall it was an ok experience. Would go there again. Loved seeing all the tourists!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely private rooms with ensuite.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Haka House Rotorua review

Nice place, very clean, good atmosphere and great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jones

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A dining room shared with friends coming from world that is absolutely perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Drunk kids up till almost 5am.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

YINGHUA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's quiet and the people so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Charlotte

Disliked: Cleanliness
Had a private ensuite room (Room 80) which you expect a bit better experience than a dorm but might aswell have been. The door to the room was immediately next to the kitchen’s fridge door so was awoken by people making breakfast at 5am. There was also a cockroach in the bathroom we had to get rid of which was awful. Had very limited interaction with staff due to the app check-in etc. Would not stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money. Simple, unfussy accommodation - very clean and tidy. Amazing communal area and kitchen facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No aircon so the room was a bit stuffy couldn’t open the window due mosquitoes and bugs. fly screen would’ve helped if they had them. The walls and ceiling are thin. I can hear the guy snoring upstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raelene

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Met some amazing people on my solo travels
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a cheaper option. The doors were very noisy on the first night as they closed at each time someone went though but that would be the only downside of the property. Room was very clean and modern
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kazuyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ロトルアのバス乗り場（i site）から歩いて10分くらいでした。設備もきれいで、過ごしやすかったです。また、フロントデスクの対応時間の到着でしたが、その場合のキーカードの受け取りも、問い合わせたらすぐにメッセージで教えていただけました。とても気持ちよく過ごせました。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was comfortable , well equipped and conveniently located. There is no car park but there is free parking nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

??

Disliked: Staff & service
ちゃんとシーツと枕を洗って無かった。 建物に出入りする人の音は建物中響き渡るから寝辛い。特に建物内の階段の音はすごくうるさい
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Abram

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Needs deep cleaning

The bathroom had an incredible amount of black mould on the bathroom ceiling which is unacceptable. Room 2
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

No frills

Very small room but comfortable. Very noisy when people were congregating in the courtyard or by the gate (which kept banging loudly all night when people came through, which wasn't much fun). Unpleasant smell came up from the shower after using. Free parking outside the hostel was very handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Rashmi

Disliked: Amenities
The accomodation was too noicy. We were on a King suite by the stairs. People are running up and down the stairs and the corridor. Rooms are not sound proof at all. I don’t recommend this place for anybody who’s looking forward to sleepin on a vacation.

6/10 Okay

Sergio Castro

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was comfortable and clean. But it was lacking. No fan or AC in the room and there was no soap to bathe. The check in process was fine, but really no soap was surprising. Also the staff could be friendlier.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024