Title: Haka House Franz Josef Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Haka House Franz Josef Eco-certified hostel in Franz Josef Glacier ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/0e008596.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/a9ba960d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/7fd09206.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/6a669107.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/0b907595.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Free WiFi £42 includes taxes & fees 29 Sept - 30 Sept ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 22 - Sept 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-22&endDate=2025-09-23&selected=3978257&PinnedHotelID=3978257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-22&endDate=2025-09-23&selected=3978257&PinnedHotelID=3978257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 23 - Sept 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-23&endDate=2025-09-24&selected=3978257&PinnedHotelID=3978257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-23&endDate=2025-09-24&selected=3978257&PinnedHotelID=3978257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=3978257&PinnedHotelID=3978257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=3978257&PinnedHotelID=3978257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=3978257&PinnedHotelID=3978257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=3978257&PinnedHotelID=3978257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 24 of 24 rooms ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/aefff7a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 6 Bed dorm ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/7e866ba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Desk Laptop workspace Desk chair - 107 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/22e827d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4 Bed Dorm ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/e3f12b19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room - Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Desk Laptop workspace Desk chair - 105 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/22e827d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/7e866ba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Desk Laptop workspace Desk chair - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/e3f12b19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Desk Laptop workspace Desk chair - 107 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Single Bed ![Quad Room - Ensuite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/6457dca2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quad Room - Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Desk Laptop workspace Desk chair - 168 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Single Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/365f44ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 10 Bed Dorm ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/7e866ba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room - Ensuite - Accessible 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Desk Laptop workspace Desk chair - 107 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/22e827d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Entire 4 Bed Dorm ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/aefff7a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 2 Bed Dorm 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding - 90 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/e948ce4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/39f31697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room - Sleeps 1 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/37ba3227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female - Sleeps 1 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/6d0cb4d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room - Ensuite - Sleeps 2 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/8ee6367d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room (shared bathroom) - Sleeps 2 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/8ee6367d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room Ensuite - Accessible - Sleeps 2 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/8ee6367d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room Ensuite - Sleeps 2 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/39f31697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 10 Bed Dorm - Sleeps 1 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/1b2e81d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room With Ensuite - Sleeps 4 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/22a335a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 2 Bed Dorm - Sleeps 1 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/37ba3227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Sleeps 1 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/37ba3227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Entire 4 Bed Dorm With Shared Bathroom - Sleeps 4 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFranz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-YHA-Franz-Josef-Hostel.h3978257.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFranz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-YHA-Franz-Josef-Hostel.h3978257.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.38997%2C170.18369&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hVsDfi3Wqr2ql4EiXWtBC0i1_IM=) 2-4 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier, 7886 #### What's nearby - Our Lady of the Alps - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - St James Anglican Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Glacier Hot Pools - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Waiho Hot Tubs - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Hokitika (HKK) - 115 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Full Of Beans Cafe - ‬4 min walk - ‪Landing Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪SnakeBite Brewery - ‬4 min walk - ‪Alice May - ‬4 min walk - ‪Monsoon Bar - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Haka House Franz Josef Eco-certified 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: - Luggage storage, a billiards/pool table and smoke-free property - A nature reserve and a vending machine - 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. ## 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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. ### 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 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Franz Josef on 29 Sept 2025 start from £41.73, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-YHA-Franz-Josef-Hostel.h3978257.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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 eco-certified 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. ## Have a question? 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