HUKA LODGE, TAUPŌ

The original luxury lodge in New Zealand, Taupō’s Huka Lodge has played host to all manner of world leaders, royals and celebrities looking to escape reality and enjoy the serenity of New Zealand’s native bush. The lodge is said to have been Queen Elizabeth’s preferred accommodation when visiting the Antipodes. Originally set up as fisherman’s quarters nearly 100 years ago, the property is now home to 20 suites and two private retreats, and recently became part of the Baillie Lodges collection, alongside iconic properties such as Longitude 131° at Uluru - and Capella Lodge on Lord Howe Island. hukalodge.co.nz