About the hotel
Huka Lodge sits on the banks of the Waikato River near Lake Taupō on New Zealand’s North Island. The official site dates the property to 1924, when it began as a fishing camp with canvas tents by the river. It now has 20 guest suites and two cottages, the Alan Pye Cottage and the Alex van Heeren Cottage, set in about 17 acres of gardens.
The lodge is presented by Beckons, which the official site describes as the union of Baillie Lodges and Tierra Hotels. Press coverage from 2025 quoted on the site credits Virginia Fisher with leading a recent redesign; the reported cost varies between publications, so no figure is given here. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, lounges, a wine cellar, a spa and event spaces, with fly fishing and lake cruising among the activities offered.
Rooms and keys
20 guest suites plus two cottages (Alan Pye Cottage and Alex van Heeren Cottage), as stated on the official site
Inside the hotel
Restaurants and bars
- The River Room
Facilities
- About 17 acres of gardens on the Waikato River
- Spa
- Wine cellar
- Fly fishing
- Event spaces
As listed on the hotel’s own website. See sources.
Architecture and design
Redesign led by Virginia Fisher, according to press coverage quoted on the official site.
Recognition
- No. 82
- The World's 50 Best Hotels 2026
Questions readers ask.
Who operates Huka Lodge?
Beckons, which the official site describes as the union of Baillie Lodges and Tierra Hotels.
How many rooms does Huka Lodge have?
20 guest suites plus two cottages, per the official site.
When did Huka Lodge open?
The official site dates it to 1924, when it began as a fishing camp.
Sources & context.
Facts are taken from the pages listed below. Where a detail could not be confirmed it has been left out. Profile last checked 10 October 2026.