Huka Lodge

Renowned fishing lodge on the banks of the North Island's Waikato River.

Score 89.38
Stats 19 rooms; 1 cottage; 1 restaurant; 1 bar.
Competitive Edge The gold standard for New Zealand lodges.
Rooms to Book Nos. 16 and 19, for fireplaces and river views.
Don't Miss A helicopter flight to the mud pools of Rotorua.
Cost Doubles from $1,783, including meals.
Contact Huka Falls Rd.
(800) 525-4800 or 64-7-378-5791

www.hukaretreats.com

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Spa Tennis Golf Outdoor Activities
Water Activities Fishing Kids' Program    

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—Lynn Yaeger
“A French Connection” in Travel + Leisure, Mar 2004