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Huka Lodge

New Zeland/Taupo
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About The Hotel

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 along the river’s edge, today Huka Lodge has secured its place as one of the country’s oldest and celebrated luxury lodge with an impressive heritage, welcoming some of the world’s most influential guests to the region.
INTERNET
  • Public areas: free
    In room: free
CHILDREN POLICY
  • Children over 10 are welcome
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT
  • Check-in: 2 pm
    Check-out: 11 am
TRANSPORTATION AND TRANSFERS
  • Subject to supplement
ROOMS
  • 22 suites and cottages
PARKING
  • Complimentary private parking is available on site
PETS
  • Pets are not allowed
SPA AND LEISURE
  • outdoor pool
  • spa
  • golf course
  • tennis court
  • skiing
ENTERTAINMENT&FAMILY SERVICES
  • babysitting
  • family rooms
FOOD&DRINK
  • restaurant
GENERAL
  • room service
  • free wifi
  • non-smoking rooms
  • air conditioning

Sustainable Initiatives

Environmental Protection and Conservation

In 2019, Huka Lodge embarked on a project to secure fresh Waikato water for the future and ensure sustainability of its use. The lodge invested in a monitoring system and purification process combining UV, activated carbon and osmosis – which ensured the restaurant’s own water was the spring water quality – and installed a state-of-the-art, wastewater plant. Its high-quality output is used to irrigate the gardens. The lodge has reduced the use of single-use plastics complements the use of organic and free-range produce in the kitchen, while producers who embrace sustainable practices are actively sought as partners. Chemical-free pest control is used throughout the garden, which is also planned to provide food and shelter for bees, birds and animals. Solar power planning is underway and electric vehicle charging stations are in place. Expired light bulbs are replaced with LED bulbs and timers work to reduce energy use.

Community Empowerment

A commitment to engaging with and supporting the local community is essential to Huka Lodge. The lodge recruits its loyal team from within the local community and supports local businesses wherever possible for the provision of food, wine and services. Huka Lodge contributes to fundraising efforts for local schools and charities, and for more than thirty years has held a highly anticipated Christmas party for the community’s elderly residents.

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Travel Sustainable Measures

  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Option to opt out of daily room cleaning
  • Option to reuse towels
  • Single-use plastic stirrers not used
  • Single-use plastic straws not used
  • Single-use plastic water bottles not used
  • Single-use plastic cups not used
  • Single-use plastic cutlery/plates not used
  • The property makes efforts to reduce food waste
  • Green spaces like (rooftop) gardens at the property
  • Most food provided is organic
  • Bicycle rental
  • Most food provided at the property is locally sourced
  • Most lighting throughout property uses energy-efficient LED bulbs
  • All windows are double-glazed
  • Electric car charging station
  • Provide guests with info about local ecosystems, history, culture, and visitor etiquette
  • Tours and activities organized by local guides and businesses
  • Invests a percentage of revenue back into community projects or sustainability projects