YHA Lake Tekapo exterior entrance
YHA Lake Tekapo interior lounge with lakeview
YHA Lake Tekapo spacious kitchen
YHA Lake Tekapo interior lounge with lakeview
YHA Lake Tekapo Dining tables view from lounge above
YHA Lake Tekapo interior dining room with lakeview
YHA Lake Tekapo spacious kitchen
YHA Lake Tekapo exterior
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YHA Lake Tekapo, Haka House

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Hostel Details & Location

Host: Denis Ljubijankic

Check in: 2:00 pm Check out: 10:00 am

Contact: +64 21 221 7085 Email this hostel

Reception: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Location: 5 Motuariki Lane,

Lake Tekapo

On the lakefront

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How to get here

We're in the heart of Tekapo township, closest to the lakefront and just behind the town's main street of restaurants and cafes. Access is via Rapuwai Lane near the Four Square Supermarket and then through the carpark. Motuariki Lane is only one way traffic.

Free car parking is available at both ends of Motuariki Lane or in the spaces on the street. We have a loading zone out the front of the hostel which you are welcome to use to drop off and pick up your luggage. If you need further help with parking please talk to our friendly team at reception on arrival.

Bus/Shuttle: Bus stop is near the hostel, about 1 minute walk.

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overview

Right on the Tekapo lakefront, our brand new building features unobstructed views over ice-blue water to the mountains beyond. We're excited to bring you our brand new offering with spacious, modern shared living areas, a variety of private and shared room types and free WiFi.


For your ongoing travel and activities, book with our helpful team. We can recommend some great walks around the area and suggest activities to make the most of your time in Lake Tekapo.

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facilities

Guests love:

  • 5GB free WiFi per day
  • Communal lounge
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
Shared facilities:

  • 5GB free WiFi per day
  • Communal lounge
  • Fireplace
  • Communal dining area
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • Food storage area
  • Recycling stations
  • BBQ
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Locker storage
  • Laundry facilities
  • Drying room
  • 24 hour guest access
Entertainment and activities:

  • Communal TV
  • Free movies
Services:

  • After-hours check in on request
  • Luggage storage options
  • Hair dryers
  • Towel hire
  • Travel & activity bookings
  • Bicycle storage
In-hostel payment options:

  • Debit Card
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Union Pay
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activities

Some Lake Tekapo highlights:

  • Visit the Hot Springs for a soak, spa, or ice skating
  • Stargazing! We're one of only a few Dark Sky Reserves in the world
  • Try the Alps2Ocean cycle trail
  • Ski at Roundhill, Mt Dobson, or Ohau
  • Air Safari Scenic Flights will take you for million dollar views over Aoraki Mount Cook, glaciers, and the West Coast
  • Get your adrenaline fix with a jetboat ride
  • Outdoor adventures around Lake Tekapo: horse trekking, mountain climbing, kayaking, mountain biking and fishing

YHA Lake Tekapo

On the lakefront

  • 5GB free WiFi per day
  • Communal lounge
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
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