Huka Lodge wins top NZ property award and NZ top destination
Annually United Kingdom’s Condé Nast Traveller magazine seeks response from its discerning readers as to their absolute favourites from many categories, with the results from the prestigious Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Awards 2008 just released in Europe.
Iconic Huka Lodge, Taupo, was ranked as the top New Zealand property, with an overall placing of eighth within the 20 properties ranked in the Australasia South Pacific category.
New Zealand was voted No.1 country as a destination, out of 20 listed.
A stunning score of 99.2 out of a possible 100 for scenery says it all. A third place for New Zealand in the World’s Top 100 listing continued the New Zealand success story – one Huka Lodge is proud to be a part of.
Huka Lodge has been famed for its unrivalled location and generous hospitality since the 1920s.
Lying superbly within 17-acres of manicured grounds beside the hypnotic turquoise green waters of the Waikato River. Every last detail has been considered to ensure guests enjoy gourmet cuisine, seamless service and every comfort as Huka Lodge takes its place as one of the world’s finest retreats.
Huka Lodge is one of three exclusive properties comprising The Huka Retreats. Sister property to Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Franschhoek, South Africa and Dolphin Island, Fiji. Three unique properties all sharing a commitment to providing guests with an extraordinary hospitality experience.
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