Australia’s Southern Ocean Lodge and New Zealand’s Huka Lodge have excelled on the world stage, receiving global recognition in the Travel + Leisure’s 2018 World’s Best Awards.
Taupo-based retreat, The Huka Lodge was recognised at the number 1 Resort Hotel in Australia & New Zealand and came in as Number 25 in the Top 100 Hotels Overall category.
Huka Lodge’s General Manager Kerry Molloy said the awards were a tremendous honour for their team.
“To be recognised among the region’s most compelling properties is a wonderful testament to all involved. Travel + Leisure is one of the most respected authorities in the industry and we remain as dedicated as ever to delivering once-in-a-lifetime memories for our guests.”
Huka Lodge’s General ManagerKerry Molloy
Since it was founded in 1924, Huka Lodge has been consistently rated as a favourite destination for discerning travellers from every corner of the globe, making its way onto bucket lists and awards lists alike.
Its 25 guest suites include private cottages and an all-new series of unique experiences, including exclusive dining collaborations and never-before-launched ski packages.
Meanwhile, Kangaroo Island’s acclaimed Southern Ocean Lodge has been voted the best hotel in Australia in the Travel + Leisure magazine Top 100 Hotels List 2018.
The remote luxury lodge retained its leading position from the 2017 list, with a score this year of 95.58 out of a possible 100, giving it the highest ranking of any hotel in Australia and placing it 47th overall in the magazine’s list of the 100 World’s Best Hotels.
Baillie Lodges Managing Director James Baillie said the awards were a great honour
‘We value this recognition particularly as it’s a reader-driven list, our place has been awarded by those who have experienced the property, and enjoyed a real taste of Kangaroo Island with locally sourced food and drinks, spa amenities and commissioned artworks.”
Baillie Lodges Managing Director James Baillie
The full list of Travel + Leisure’s world’s best hotels can be viewed here.
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