Haka Lodge Taupo
About this hostel
Haka Lodge Taupo features free unlimited WiFi and stunning views of Lake Taupo. The backpacker property offers a range of upmarket dormitory rooms as well as private rooms for those who like their own space.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
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Hostel in Taupo
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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Reviews
3.9/5.0
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7.0
Close to central
The bed was very bumpy.
10.0
Location was handy to the beach and shops, The room was cosy, warm and comfortable.
The tv had a good of picture! And the kitchen was well equipped.
10.0
Clean, very frendly,
4.0
Was near to the city
Was very noisy and uncomfortable beds
Whole night couldn't sleep
Because could hear someone walking upstairs whole night.
8.0
The location was great, less than 5 minutes to the lake/centre. The lodge was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was regularly cleaned and enough space to cook. The lounge area was very nice and comfortable and usually quiet so always space. The facilities like washers/ bathrooms etc. were all clean and in good condition.
The room was a little small so it was hard to move around with your bags in there. We were next door to the washing room and it was very loud from early in the morning (6:30am onwards).
8.0
Was clean and comfortable stay with good facilities making it very communal to interact with everyone!
Our room was next to the wash room and whenever somebody had a wash on the machine would bang against the wall making loads of noise in our room!
8.0
Easy to get to, large kitchen, good showers and comfortable beds. Pretty basic.
Staff kind and friendly.
8.0
The hotel has toilets/showers in the room, the kitchen is large, good beds.
Depending on the room you stay in, it will be further from the kitchen, on colder or rainy days this could be a problem.
8.0
Las instalaciones estaban cómodas porque tenían privacidad.
No fue tanto por parte del establecimiento, sino por mis compañeras de cuarto. Como tenían muchas cosas, no hubo limpieza.
8.0
War sauber, Bett hatte einen Vorhang, schöne Lounge
Zimmer war ein bisschen klein
8.0
The location was excellent.
Value for money.
N/A
9.0
Good accomodation in beautiful Taupo, in summertime crowded though - you'll find always a place somewhere to eat if you mind the peak times. Very clean bathrooms, and a very good spot, not far away from the shop or beach. Rooms are not that big but you are in Taupo after all. Beds are good and the team is very friendly.
8.0
This was my first hostel experience, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Haka Lodge Taupo. The facilities were clean, the bedroom was a good size and I liked the privacy curtain that came with each bunk bed. I also liked that they had on-site parking!
The location is perfect, just a short walk into town.
Nothing I can think of! Perhaps as it's now summer time the lack of air con, but we did have 2 fans in our room which was greatly appreciated!
8.0
Double bedroom small with very comfortable bed.
Spacious outdoor eating room with nice views
Needed a lot more tea towels in communal kitchen, what was available were very wet.
Showers needed modernising.
Thought it was a bit expensive, although did book close to arrival.
1.0
Good space
Nothing
9.0
Facilities are good: bathrooms, shower pressure is good too and rooms are clean.
Lovely terrace, big kitchen
Bunk beds with curtain for more privacy, comfy bed, clean bedding, and plugs to charge your phone and light in each one. I appreciate this
I met a few members of the staff while there and they were friendly in person. They didn't charge me when I needed a towel, nice gesture.
I had a misunderstanding about my booking for 2 nights prior to my late arrival with one of the staff, all through the booking.com app messages. Also an issue with the payment that wasnt going through and they said they will be cancelling the booking.
Just an advice for future travellers. They dont book you in unless you have checked in and can pay in person.
Their rules, it is fine.
So if you are arriving late, and doing the Crossing Tongariro and need a subtle bus from Taupo, book it yourself in advance. And triple check everything!
Room a bit small, narrow for 4 people and their backpacks.
Location: it is 10min up. I got late at night and there were not much around. I would choose something closer to the main street as solo female traveller
1.0
It’s horrible I hand over my key back to them
Nothing
8.0
La cama, pude evitar la litera. Tiene barbacoa de gas en la casa principal
Me tocó la segunda casa, mal cuidada, especialmente la cocina. Y faltaban sillas para comer
8.0
Fully equipped kitchen, love the couches inside fir when it is rainy and benches outside when the weather is good. The hostel was fully booked but didnt feel like it was, absolutely recommend it!
Cant think of anything bad
10.0
Nice place
6.0
Very small common areas
7.0
Well kept kitchen, tidy, friendly staff
5.0
cheap
bathrooms were dirty. Guests very loud at night. One person spent whole night crying loudly. Kitchen very small.
9.0
finally, i open my mouth to talk with others in quite but lonely new Zealand. and met some nice talkative guys.it's the strength of hostel.
5.0
just the location as its really close to the Central
Too noisy but cant complain as its backpackers, booked an ensuite which wasn't big for a couple though.
6.0
Accommodation as expected.
The neighbourhood cat squealing throughout the night.
8.0
Well kitted out hostel with friendly staff and spacious kitchen
3.0
close to local amenities
The property is in need of a complete makeover. The description online in no way matches up to the reality of what’s on offer. The toilets were dirty. showers were okish. kitchen was awful, we wouldn’t cook anything in there. Fridges!!! I’m sure they were a health hazard. To be fair we were an older couple, but I’m sure younger travellers would not be happy with the condition of this property!
10.0
perfect
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Taupo?
The average price for a rental in Taupo is $260 per night. This rental is $103 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Haka Lodge Taupo. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Haka Lodge Taupo pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Haka Lodge Taupo?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.
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