Huka Lodge, Beckons
Lake Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
Long regarded as one of the world’s most revered and inspirational luxury accommodations, Huka Lodge is set among established gardens along the banks of the surging Waikato River near Lake Taupō on New Zealand’s North Island. With humble beginnings nearly a century ago as a fishermen’s camp made famous for its trout-rich waters and featuring white canvas tents set along the river’s edge, Huka Lodge has secured its place as one of the country’s oldest and most celebrated luxury lodges with an impressive heritage, having welcomed some of the world’s most influential guests over the years. Twenty Junior Lodge Suites along with two exclusive owners’ residences, the Alan Pye Cottage and Alex van…
Long regarded as one of the world’s most revered and inspirational luxury accommodations, Huka Lodge is set among established gardens along the banks of the surging Waikato River near Lake Taupō on New Zealand’s North Island. With humble beginnings nearly a century ago as a fishermen’s camp made famous for its trout-rich waters and featuring white canvas tents set along the river’s edge, Huka Lodge has secured its place as one of the country’s oldest and most celebrated luxury lodges with an impressive heritage, having welcomed some of the world’s most influential guests over the years.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade not applicable for this property
- Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates)
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
The Queen has stayed at Huka Lodge on four separate occasions, and the lodge guest list includes names like Mick Jagger, Bill Gates and Barbra Streisand.
The property, in facts
| Where | Huka Falls Road, Lake Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Category | Lodge / Safari |
| Property type | Lodge, Ranch, Camp |
| Hotel group | Beckons |
| Rooms | 22 |
| Room types | 3 |
| Nearest airport | Taupo (TUO) · 7 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | Adventure, Golf, Local Immersion |
Rooms and suites
- Junior Lodge Suite- Double Occupancy — Junior Lodge Suite - Double Occupancy Upgrade: Double Lodge Suite-subject to availability at check in
- The Alan Pye Cottage — The Alan Pye Cottage-Two Double Rooms
- The Alex van Heeren Cottage — The Alex van Heeren Cottage-Four Double Rooms
In the room
Air Conditioning · Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Butler Service · Ceiling Fan · Coffee/Tea Maker · Complimentary Newspaper · Connecting Rooms · Fireplace · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Kitchen · Microwave · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Private Pool · Refrigerator · Safe · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service · Voicemail · Washer/Dryer
What advisors say
100% of the 8 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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