Huka Lodge, Taupo, New Zealand, Joins Relais & Châteaux

The Huka Retreats is pleased to announce the appointment of Roelof ‘Rudy’ Crane to the role of Assistant Manager at Huka Lodge, Taupo, New Zealand. This iconic property is regularly rated as one of the world’s finest private retreats and was the proud recipient of the Tatler Award for Enduring Excellence 2010, in recognition of 25 years of consistent excellence.

Huka Lodge, New Zealand’s iconic riverside retreat, is now a member of Relais & Châteaux – joining an exclusive stable of global destinations selected as being the finest in the world. Founded in France in 1954, Relais & Châteaux is a collection of the very best hotels and restaurants to be found in over 60 countries, all renowned for their truly unique character.

Huka Lodge sits effortlessly within such company, providing a magnificent haven of beauty and relaxation on the banks of the mighty Waikato River, upstream from Huka Falls. Offering an unrivalled retreat for the world’s most discerning travellers since 1924; guests luxuriate in attentive service, gourmet cuisine, superb interior design and true ambience.

Huka Lodge, along with sister properties Grande Provence Estate, South Africa and Dolphin Island Fiji, comprise The Huka Retreats – the passion and vision of their founder Alex van Heeren.