Title: Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 Escape into luxury and unwind amidst nature's beauty. Indulge in exquisite dining experiences tailored by an award-winning chef. ## Photo gallery for Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge ![Interior - Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge (Aokautere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/w3932h2624x0y0-3cc6aa05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge (Aokautere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/bb8268c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge (Aokautere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/2a456ec6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge (Aokautere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/debf95c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge (Aokautere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104292200/104292174/de596874.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. This tastefully decorated suite provides everything you need for a relaxing getaway, including access to a private spa, free breakfast, and non-alcoholic refreshments. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 19 - Jan. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=104292174&PinnedHotelID=104292174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=104292174&PinnedHotelID=104292174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 20 - Jan. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=104292174&PinnedHotelID=104292174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=104292174&PinnedHotelID=104292174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=104292174&PinnedHotelID=104292174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=104292174&PinnedHotelID=104292174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=104292174&PinnedHotelID=104292174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=104292174&PinnedHotelID=104292174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Aokautere travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Aokautere.dx6353158) [View more B&B in Aokautere](https://www.expedia.ca/Aokautere-Bed-And-Breakfast.d6353158-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - Victoria Esplanade \- 6 min drive \- 7.8 km - The Square \- 10 min drive \- 10.3 km - Centrepoint Theatre \- 11 min drive \- 10.3 km - Palmerston North Convention Centre \- 11 min drive \- 10.7 km - Arena Manawatu \- 12 min drive \- 11.0 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 - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬11 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: - Smoke-free premises, games, and books 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. 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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? ### How much does it cost to stay at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge? ### Where is Kaitahi Chef's Table & Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 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 #### 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 ### 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. 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