At Kaitahi - Luxury Lodge & Chef's Table, experience the art of fine living with a delicious local breakfast and tranquil garden views. Enjoy high-speed WiFi, an outdoor entertainment area, laundry facilities, luggage storage services, concierge assistance and tour/ticket help to make your stay truly unforgettable.
Aokautere is home to Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge. Victoria Esplanade and Manawatu Gorge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Esplanade Scenic Railway and New Zealand Rugby Museum. Community Leisure Centre and Eketahuna Kiwi Country Information Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Aokautere travel guide
24 Kingsdale Park Drive, Palmerston North, Aokautere, Manawatu-Whanganui, 4471
What's nearby
Victoria Esplanade
7 min drive - 7.8 km
The Square
10 min drive - 10.3 km
Palmerston North Convention Centre
10 min drive - 10.7 km
Centrepoint Theatre
10 min drive - 10.7 km
New Zealand Rugby Museum
11 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
21 min drive
Restaurants
Arrosta Coffee Roasting Co
11 min drive
Deluxe Takeaway
10 min drive
Cafe Esplanade
8 min drive
Coffee On Ascot
10 min drive
Domino's Pizza
11 min drive
About this property
Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge
Upscale bed & breakfast
Consider a stay at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge and take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
Tour/ticket information, local meal delivery service and outdoor furniture
Luggage storage and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge boast comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars (stocked with some free items).
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Parking and transport
Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
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
Family friendly
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Free cot
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
65-inch TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Chef service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Free minibar (limited items)
Meal delivery service
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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 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 are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 40 per accommodation, per stay (maximum NZD 40 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 95.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: NZD 40 per accommodation, per stay (maximum NZD40 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 95.0 per night
Hosted evening meal: NZD 235
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
National rating
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
Is Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 40 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge on 23 Mar 2026 start from €256, 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.
How much is parking at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge?
Self-parking is free at this property.
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.
What time is check-out at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge located?
Situated in Aokautere, this bed & breakfast is within 6 miles (10 km) of Victoria Esplanade, Palmerston North Convention Centre and Te Manawa. City Library and The Square are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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