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Surrounded by stunning natural beauty in Taupo, on the North Island of New Zealand, Huka Lodge is a haven for celebrities, royalty and seekers of elite experiences. This member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and Select Hotels & Resorts International boasts just 20 guest suites and the magnificent Owner's Cottage, set along the panoramic Waikato River. From helicopter arrivals to evening cocktail hour around a cozy fire, life here is all about sweet indulgence.
Huka Lodge
271 Huka Falls Road
Taupo, New Zealand
3377
Nearest Airport: ROT
From the moment we were greeted on arrival to when we checked out two days later we had a remarkably great experience. All of the staff were so friendly and competent, the food was really good, the ambience of the place amazing and the accommodation first class and just right for the environment in which it is situated. The manager and guest relations also went way beyond expectations to help us with a predicament. We had left some clothes for a wedding we were to attend at our previous nights accomodation and they arranged for its collection and return to our room effectively overnight saving us a four hour return journey to get it. Thankyou so much to the whole team.
kwillys - Greater Sydney, Australia
Absolutely fantastic and the nicest place I have ever stayed. Highly recommend book one of the two cottages. The recent renovation is truly amazing. No detail has been over looked from the staff, to the accommodation, to the amazing food. You must stay here. I will return.
Brian J - Indiana
Beautiful. Couldn't fault the staff, food, decor, location!! We had a small hiccup with a hired Tesla but the team were very accommodating and helped us every step of the way. We will be back - thank you team Huka Lodge!
Auswasp - Sydney
Not many properties on this Earth compare to Huka Lodge. A very, very special place and worth every cent. This pristine location deserves this pristine lodge with exquisite accommodation , food and service. You won’t be disappointed with your stay here any time of the year.
masforce - Brisbane, Australia
Not the luxury lodge you would expect from this price point. There were multiple signs throughout the room with prices for items (a backpack left in the room, room slippers). I’ve been given nicer backpacks for free at other lodges and was shocked they were trying to charge for this one. Prices were listed on the menus for the included cocktail hour, my masseuse tried to sell me on a $40 eye mask during my massage. Poor taste at a property like Huka. The staff were all at the lodge for less than a year and it showed. They were unfamiliar with the lodge amenities, things to do around the area and even general NZ info. We were never told lunch was included with our stay and they even had a sign in the room (again) that we would be charged for lunch. Also left was a sign that we would be charged 100% of our massage if we canceled less than 24 hrs before our appt. The lodge is nice but they need to work on their service.
sarah g - Las Vegas, Nevada
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