After more than two decades specialising in large group stays across the UK, we’re taking our first steps into the Southern Hemisphere — and we’ve found the perfect partner to do it with.
For over 20 years, GroupAccommodation.com has been the go-to platform for groups looking to holiday together in the UK, Ireland and across Europe. Castles, manor houses, big country cottages — if you’re travelling with eight or more people, we’ve made it our business to help you find somewhere brilliant to stay.
Today, we’re announcing something we’ve been working on quietly for a while: GroupAccommodation.com is expanding into New Zealand, and we’re excited to welcome Haka House to the platform as one of our launch partners.
Why New Zealand? Why Now?
New Zealand has always been one of those destinations that travellers describe in superlatives. But for groups — whether it’s a sports team touring the South Island, a multi-generational family planning the trip of a lifetime, or a group of mates chasing adventure — finding quality accommodation that actually works for larger parties can be surprisingly difficult.
That’s a problem we know how to solve. It’s what we’ve spent 20+ years doing in Europe.
When we started looking at international expansion, we weren’t interested in simply listing properties in a new country and hoping for the best. We wanted a partner who shared our values: a genuine commitment to hospitality, deep local knowledge, and accommodation that groups would actually want to stay in together.
Haka House ticked every box.
About Haka House
Haka House operates a network of 13 design-driven hostels across New Zealand’s North and South Islands, in destinations that read like a greatest hits of Kiwi travel: Auckland, Queenstown, Wānaka, Christchurch, Rotorua, Wellington, Bay of Islands, Taupō, Lake Tekapo, Franz Josef, and Aoraki Mount Cook.
But calling them “hostels” undersells what they’ve built. Haka House properties are modern, stylish, and thoughtfully designed. They offer a mix of private rooms and shared spaces that lend themselves naturally to group travel. Large communal kitchens, social lounges, and flexible room configurations mean groups can stay together without compromising on comfort.
What impressed us most, though, is their ethos. They’re committed supporters of the Tourism Sustainability Commitment through Tourism Industry Aotearoa, and they’ve signed the Tiaki Promise — a pledge to care for New Zealand’s natural and cultural heritage. Every property takes its cues from its location and local community.
That alignment matters to us. GroupAccommodation.com has always been about connecting real people with properties that have genuine character, not algorithmically generated listings with stock photos and copy-paste descriptions.
What This Means for Group Travellers
Through this partnership, groups travelling to New Zealand will be able to discover Haka House properties through GroupAccommodation.com. Whether you’re a rugby squad heading to Queenstown for a tournament, a family reunion exploring the South Island, or a group of friends planning an adventure holiday, you’ll have access to quality group accommodation across 13 key New Zealand destinations.
Haka House already caters to group bookings — from sports teams and school trips to corporate retreats — with tailored rates, flexible room configurations, and the ability to coordinate multi-location stays across their network. Paired with our expertise in helping groups find the right property for their needs, this partnership makes planning a New Zealand group trip significantly easier.
Welcoming Their First Guests
Since launching on GroupAccommodation.com in late 2025, Haka House have already welcomed their first guests from GroupAccommodation.com — The Fijian Flying Circus, who were touring in New Zealand and had the following feedback:
Haka House Staff, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our stay a great and comfortable experience. Wishing you all lots of happiness and endless joy!
– Fijian Flying Circus
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About GroupAccommodation.com
Founded in 2003, GroupAccommodation.com is a specialist platform for large holiday rentals sleeping 8 or more guests. For over 20 years, we’ve helped families, friend groups, corporate teams, and celebration parties find the perfect property for their group stay across Europe. Visit GroupAccommodation.com to learn more.
About Haka House
Haka House is a collection of 13 design-driven hostels across New Zealand, offering stylish and affordable accommodation grounded in Māori values and a commitment to sustainability. With properties spanning both the North and South Islands — from Auckland to Queenstown — Haka House provides exceptional travel experiences for solo travellers and groups alike. Visit hakahouse.com to learn more.
For press enquiries, partnership information, or to discuss group bookings in New Zealand, please contact the GroupAccommodation.com team via [email protected].
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