Title: Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/w3932h2624x0y0-3cc6aa05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/w3162h1824x14y0-dbbecbd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/f36276ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/eea06afe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/20f65c7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nestled in native bush, Kaitahi - Chef's Table & Luxury Lodge offers a tranquil retreat with luxurious comfort. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAokautere-Hotels-Kaitahi-Luxury-Lodge-Chefs-Table.h104292174.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAokautere-Hotels-Kaitahi-Luxury-Lodge-Chefs-Table.h104292174.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-40.38156,175.68019&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:tcmuFepgo%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FU%3FS%40U%40Q%40U%40U%40OBU%40U%40QBUBUBQBSBSBSDQDQBUDQDSDQFQDUFQDQFMFSFQFQFQFOHQHMFSHMHOHQHOHMHOJOHKJMHOJKJOJKJMJKLKJMJKLKJGLMLGJKLILILKLGLELINGLILELENILCLGNENELANENCLENANCNCLANCN%3FNAL%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%3FN%40N%3FNBN%40LBNBN%40NDLBNDL%40NDLDNFNBLHLDLDNHLFLDLHLFLJLHLHLFJJLLJFLJJJLLJJJJJLJJJNJJJNHLJJHNHNHLJNHPFNHLHRFLHPFNFPFPHPDNFPFPDPDTFPDPDRDPBTDPDPBRBRBRBPBTBT%40PBT%40P%40R%40T%40T%40P%40T%3FR%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FN%3FT%3FTATAPATARATAPCTAPCTCRCPCTCPCTEPEPCTEPEPEPGRERERGPGPELIRGPGPGLIRGLIPINGNIPKLININILKJINKNKJKLKLKLKJKJMJKLMHKHMJKJMHMHMFMJMHMFMFMFOHMDMDMHOBODMFODM%40ODMBOBOBOBM%40OBO%40O%3FOBM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCO%3FOAMCOAOCOCMCOCOEMAOEOGMEMCOIMEMEMIOGMIMEMIMKMGMIKKMIMKKIMIKMKKMKKKKMKMKMKKIOKOIKKMIOIOIMIQIOIOGQIMISGMGQGQGSGQGMEQGSESGSEQEQEQCUEQEQCUCQCUCQCSCUAQAUCUAQASAUAQAU%3FU%3FU%3FO%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-pCO9mRwI2WQb-1c-kfsMtkZO4c=) Aokautere, Manawatu-Whanganui #### What's nearby - The Square - 10 min drive - 9.6 km - New Zealand Rugby Museum - 11 min drive - 9.9 km - Palmerston North Convention Centre - 11 min drive - 10.0 km - Arena Manawatu - 11 min drive - 10.3 km - Palmerston North Hospital - 13 min drive - 11.5 km #### Getting around - Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Arrosta Coffee Roasting Co - ‬11 min drive - ‪Cafe Esplanade - ‬8 min drive - ‪Coffee On Ascot - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Factory - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive ## About this property ### Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge Property highlights Free breakfast, a garden, and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Books, smoke-free premises, and games Room features All guestrooms at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge include perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers - Decks/patios, kitchenettes, and a personal chef ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Food and drink - Free breakfast available ### Things to do - Books - Games - Hot tub ### Outdoors - Garden ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Food and drink - Chef service - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Desk chair - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Living room ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge pet-friendly? > Yes, Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. ### How much does it cost to stay at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge? > As of Sept 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge on Sept 22, 2025 start from CA $330.77, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Aokautere-Hotels-Kaitahi-Luxury-Lodge-Chefs-Table.h104292174.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge located? > Situated in Aokautere, this lodge is within 6 mi (10 km) of Victoria Esplanade, Palmerston North Convention Centre, and Te Manawa. The Square and City Library are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### sandra A. Apr 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Luxurious comfort Couldnt have picked a better place to stay! Location was perfect, the suite was stylish & very comfortable, with every little detail thought of. Lovely peaceful surroundings & Jazz a most welcoming host. Definitely be back! ##### sandra A. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas V. Mar 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Quiet and Restful! This suite was a real treat to come back to after a busy day exploring Massey Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Delicious and personal touches! We want to return just to stay at your incredible home.Thank-you Jazz ##### Thomas V. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mandy and Craig L. Nov 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing We couldn’t have been happier with our stay at Ryan and Jazz’s beautiful lodge . So much thought has gone into ensuring your stay is perfect . Hosts are just the loveliest couple , so welcoming and kind . The dining experience is next level amazing , absolutely mouth watering along perfect service . The breakfasts were delicious and beautifully presented. The accomodation is wonderfully beautiful. Thank you both so much . We will most definitely be back and have been recommending you to everyone we know as a must do 😊 ##### Mandy and Craig L. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gareth Oct 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful accommodation and one of the best breakfasts around. ##### Gareth Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Medicine Hat](https://www.expedia.ca/Medicine-Hat-Hotels.d4118.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Chelmsford](https://www.expedia.ca/Chelmsford-Hotels.d6336016.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [citizenM London Bankside](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-CitizenM-London-Bankside.h5244458.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tillary Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Tillary-Hotel.h10635869.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in St. Lucia](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-St-Lucia-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d168-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Ramada by Wyndham Saskatoon](https://www.expedia.ca/Saskatoon-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Saskatoon.h426340.Hotel-Information) > > [Tokyu Stay Suidobashi](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Tokyu-Stay-Suidobashi.h2692103.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Toronto-Airport.h661795.Hotel-Information) > > [Heron's Nest Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Campbellton-Hotels-Herons-Nest-Cottages.h12078389.Hotel-Information) > > [Rainbow Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-Rainbow-Inn.h5388025.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Fiji](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Fiji-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d57-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Inner Harbour](https://www.expedia.ca/Inner-Harbour-Victoria-Hotels.0-n553248633981696883-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Bracebridge](https://www.expedia.ca/Bracebridge-Hotels.d59252.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Tulum (TUY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/tuy/vancouver-to-tulum) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Rome (FCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/fco/ottawa-to-rome) > > [Flights from Abbotsford (YXX) to Kelowna (YLW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxx/ylw/abbotsford-to-kelowna) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to San Salvador (SAL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/sal/toronto-to-san-salvador) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to Dublin (DUB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/dub/regina-to-dublin) > > [Flights from Prince George (YXS) to Kamloops (YKA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxs/yka/prince-george-to-kamloops) > > [Flights from Tuguegarao (TUG) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/tug/mnl/tuguegarao-to-manila) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Xiamen (XMN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/xmn/toronto-to-xiamen) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Honolulu (HNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/hnl/vancouver-to-honolulu) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Bari (BRI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/bri/vancouver-to-bari) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Cuba](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Cuba.d44.Car-Rental-Destinations) ### Packages > [Sky Tower](https://www.expedia.ca/Sky-Tower-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6055180.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Costa Rica](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/42/Costa-Rica) > > [Greece Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Greece.d67.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### Vacation Rentals > [Turks and Caicos Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Turks-And-Caicos.d184.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)