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Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

3.0 star property
Hostel in Queenstown, 10-minute walk to TSS Earnslaw Steamship

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BBQ/picnic area
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Front of property
Reception hall
Reception hall

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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88-90 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, 9300
  • Place, TSS Earnslaw Steamship
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Mall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Gardens
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In 3 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm - Ensuite - Female

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 8 Bed Dorm - Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 6 bed dorm - Ensuite - Female

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Private Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm - Lake View

  • 183 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 3 Bed dorm

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 2 Bed Dorm

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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King Room Lake View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Room Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed in 6 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Entire 6 Bed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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King Room Lake View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Room Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In 2 Bed Dorm (shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Bed In 6 Bed Dorm (shared Bathroom)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm (shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for King Room Ensuite Lake view

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Room Ensuite Lake view

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Bed In 8 Bed Dorm With Lake View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In 8 Bed Dorm With Lake View

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In 6 Bed Dorm With Lake View

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Bed In 4 Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Twin Room - Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Entire 6 Bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Entire 6 Bed Dorm - Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6

View all photos for King Room Ensuite - Lake View Balcony

Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Room Ensuite - Lake View Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Queenstown

Located in Queenstown City Centre, Haka House Queenstown Lakefront is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as TSS Earnslaw Steamship and Skycity Queenstown Casino. This 40-room, 3-star hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Steamer Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Skycity Queenstown Casino - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Queenstown Mall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Queenstown Gardens - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pog Mahones - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pub On Wharf - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Smiths Craft Beer House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Saigon Kingdom - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Atlas Beer Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Hostel in Queenstown, 10-minute walk to TSS Earnslaw Steamship
Guests of Haka House Queenstown Lakefront enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Self parking is available for NZD 15 per night. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space and luggage storage. This smoke-free hostel also has a vending machine.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (NZD 15 per night)

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: NZD 15 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 onsite parking
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Lakefront YHA Queenstown
Queenstown Lakefront YHA
Queenstown YHA
YHA Lakefront
YHA Lakefront Backpacker
YHA Lakefront Backpacker Hostel
YHA Lakefront Backpacker Hostel Queenstown
YHA Lakefront Queenstown
YHA Queenstown Lakefront Hostel
YHA Lakefront Hostel
YHA Queenstown Lakefront Hostel
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront Queenstown
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?

This hostel is situated in Queenstown City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Lake Wakatipu, Steamer Wharf, and TSS Earnslaw Steamship. You'll also find Queenstown Beach and Skycity Queenstown Casino less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?

As of Nov 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront on Dec 18, 2025 start from $109.49, 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.

Will I be able to park at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?

Yes, parking is offered for NZD 15 per night.

Does Haka House Queenstown Lakefront feature a casino on the premises?

No, Haka House Queenstown Lakefront doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include lake views and Netflix in some rooms.

Are there hot tubs at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Haka House Queenstown Lakefront have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Haka House Queenstown Lakefront doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Haka House Queenstown Lakefront allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront.

Are there connecting rooms at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?

The closest major airport to Haka House Queenstown Lakefront is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), which is 5.4 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront?

No, at Haka House Queenstown Lakefront, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

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