Taupō lodge amongst ‘best of the best’

Whakaipo Lodge owners, Garth and Angie London. Photo / Dan Hutchinson

Whakaipo Lodge has been recognised in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best for 2025.

The lodge has been ranked number 10 for Bed and Breakfast and Inns in New Zealand.

The Best of the Best winners are among the top 1% of listings around the world on Tripadvisor.

It is the 4th time the lodge has been recognised with the honour since opening in 2013.

Whakaipo Lodge owners, Garth and Angie London thanked their “wonderful guests”, especially those who supported them with great reviews.

“We would also like to thank our small team who help us focus on our guests and deliver such an outstanding experience.

“A big thank you also goes to the many Taupō businesses and organisations, especially the small businesses, that support us with products and services. We are blessed to be part of such an amazing community.

“Travellers Choice Best of the Best is one of the most recognised and coveted awards in the travel space, so it is very valuable to us.”