2026 editionNo. 79
Huka Lodge
Taupō, New Zealand
Why Huka Lodge is one of The World's Best 100 Resorts 2026.
Huka Lodge has defined New Zealand luxury on the Waikato River for generations. Its renewal brings sharper interiors and renewed energy while preserving the lawns, water, private cottages and gracious hosting that built its reputation. The lodge feels both storied and entirely ready for its next chapter.
The essentials.
- Destination
- Taupō, New Zealand
- Property
- Riverside country lodge
- Operator
- Baillie Lodges
- Opened
- 1924
Address271 Huka Falls Road, Taupo, 3377 New ZealandOpen map ↗
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Edition factsThe record at a glance
- Position
- No. 79
- Resort type
- Riverside country lodge
- Destination
- Taupō
- Country or region
- New Zealand
- Management in 2026
- Baillie Lodges
- Opening year
- 1924