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Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge

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A modern outdoor seating area with a sofa and a rug, surrounded by lush greenery and a string of lights.
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Outdoor spa tub
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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24 Kingsdale Park Drive, Palmerston North, Aokautere, Manawatu-Whanganui, 4471
  • Place, Victoria Esplanade
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Palmerston North Convention Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp. There are books on the coffee table.

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 657 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A person standing by a window with a view of a lush garden and trees.

Luxury Studio Suite

  • Garden view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Aokautere

Aokautere retreat .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this B&B, you'll find Victoria Esplanade and Palmerston North Convention Centre. Te Manawa and City Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Esplanade - 6 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • The Square - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • City Library - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Arrosta Coffee Roasting Co - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Cooperage Cafe & Tapas Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. Palmerston North - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Aokautere B&B
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily.

A hot tub, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Aokautere bed & breakfast.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and espresso makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of NZD 235; reservation required

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 40 per accommodation, per stay (maximum NZD 40 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 95.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: NZD 40 per accommodation, per stay (maximum NZD 40 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 95.0 per night
  • Hosted evening meal: NZD 235

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Kaitahi Luxury Lodge Chef's Table
Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge Aokautere
Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge Bed & breakfast
Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge Bed & breakfast Aokautere

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge to the airport?

Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge is 9.7 mi (21-min drive) away from the Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge?

As of Oct 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge on Oct 13, 2026 start from $283, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge.

Does Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge offer free breakfast?

Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge have a pool?

Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge to downtown Aokautere?

Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge is 1.1 mi away from Aokautere.

Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house, hosts were amazing…highly recommend and we will certainly be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026