271 Huka Falls Road, 3384 Taupo, New Zealand
#4 of 60 hotels in Taupo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 46 hotel reviews
9.5Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.8
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Susan
United StatesI found the shower floor slippery and management immediately provided a non skid mat.
Stunning property situated on the river that runs from Lake Taupo to the Huka Falls. The main lodge is beautifully appointed and provides seating and dining areas inside and outside. The rooms are equally wonderfully, each having access to a Porch, rolling grass and the river view.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
David
New ZealandFood was exceptional, Location 2nd to none , Accommodation was simply outstanding.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Mervyn
New Zealandnothing apart from the unwanted smoke
Great breakfast, great location except for the smoke from a nearby bonfire
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Judy
New ZealandPeaceful and superb service
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 July 2023
Dean
New ZealandNothing it was perfect. We loved it.
Awesome food and service.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 5 June 2023
Aisling
New Zealandwonderful setting and the room was comfortable, warm and luxurious. The setting is amazing and each room has a view of the river. The service was very attentive and impeccable. We were Meg at the door every time we arrived, our car was parked for us. We were given a personal tour of the main building and a glass of champagne when we arrived. The food was fabulous as expected. All in all a perfect stay.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 6 May 2023
Elisa
New ZealandMagical Location
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 10 April 2023
Christopher
AustraliaTour costs are very high and disappointing. If flying in from overseas, it took us 5 hours drive to drive the 217km from Auckland, and helicopter transfers were extortionate (3-4 times Australian prices, 5 times more than US). Not the lodge’s fault, but it will make it more difficult logistically to go back.
Lovely location, great for fishing (but I don’t fish)
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 7 March 2023
Paul
United StatesFood choices at Dinner need a bit of attention for a Lodge of this statue
Beautiful property just out of town quiet and peaceful.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 12 February 2023
Jeanne
United Kingdomnothing
Wonderful location, each room is private but with great views. Food was excellent, both breakfast and dinner. Staff were superb, very helpful, responsive and friendly.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 31 December 2022
Annie
New ZealandNothing
The property is beautifully kept and maintained.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 27 December 2022
Danielle
New Zealandnothing really it was nice cosy and relaxing
it was so clean and relaxing
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 19 September 2022
Feroza
AustraliaThe room locations were stunning however as I booked for both couples to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary I was rather disappointed that our friend got a larger suite and we weren’t side by side. As well as more mocktail suggestions are definitely needed to compliment guests that don’t drink.
Food was exceptional and having different cultures was also good.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 5 September 2022
Tim
AustraliaLoved everything. No negatives at all.
Beautiful location, very scenic. Wonderful, attentive staff. Excellent meals and catering to individual tastes. Beautiful dining experiences for breakfast, lunch and / or dinner. Top class.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 23 August 2022
Patrick
New ZealandNothing.
Everything, amazing.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 23 July 2022
John
New ZealandWould have appreciated a morning newspaper.
Excellent
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 1 July 2022
Michelle
New ZealandI was disappointed with the dinning experience. Pre-diner drink time goes on too long for guests who are not big drinkers and happen to be hungry. I don't like 5 course meals or a set menu. There is no Wine on offer with the alcohol removed (you need to go to the local supermarket for that) and they don't have dark grape juice on offer. I was offered Pink Grape Fruit juice when I asked for Grape Juice with my evening meal. So that was really disappointing not to be able to enjoy a nice something to drink with my meal. Nearly all the staff were foreigners and I would have like to see a better representation of New Zealanders on staff.
Wonderful location, the setting is absolutely beautiful. We felt like we were the only ones around when we were in our cabin by the river. Loved the outdoor dining areas. Loved the outdoor hot spa pools. I'd like to return in the summer months, but even in the misty chilly mornings it's magical.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 26 June 2022
Rachel
New ZealandStunning property, ideal place to relax and unwind.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 18 May 2022
Craig
New Zealandso peaceful
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 15 March 2022
Bruce
New Zealandvery restful
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 14 January 2022
Chris
New ZealandNothing
Location was perfect. Meals were fantastic. Staff did everything to please us.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 6 January 2022
Tristan
New Zealandlocation, food and service are second to none
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 6 January 2022
Robert
New ZealandLight lunch being provided! The rate per day certainly should have included some form of light lunch being provided!
The breakfast was the right size!
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 27 September 2021
Chantal
New ZealandNothing we can think of
Breakfast was super. Eating outside on the patio overlooking the river and garden was fantastic. The home made granola was yummy and the portage the next days was divine too. Great 😊 I loved the gardens. Absolutely stunning.
Stayed in September 2021
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