Rates & Packages

Request our EXCLUSIVE-USE season Special and enjoy the ambience of Kaimata Retreat all to yourself this winter ...

BOOK NOW for exclusive-use retreat double for only NZ$395.00 per night.  

This rate includes GST, is for one double room, continental breakfast and use of all Retreat facilities.  This is our special Winter offer and is valid until 30 September 2009 for stays between 30 June 2009 until 30 September 2009. 

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WINTER RATES
From 01 May 2009 until 30 September 2009

Bed and Breakfast
Winter-season rates apply:
Single: NZ$320.00 per night
Dbl/Twin: NZ$360.00 per room, per night 

Exclusive-use Retreat 
Double: NZ$500.00 per night
Exclusive-use group: NZ$850.00 per night
(3 rooms sleeps up to seven people x6 adult, x1 child)

SUMMER RATES
From 01 October 2009 until 30 April 2010

Bed and Breakfast
Summer-season rates apply:
Single: NZ$380.00 per night
Dbl/Twin: NZ$450.00 per room, per night

Exclusive-use Retreat 
Double: NZ$625.00 per night
Exclusive-use group: NZ$1100.00 per night
(3 rooms sleeps up to seven people x6 adult, x1 child)

WINTER RATES
From 01 May 2010 until 30 September 2010

Bed and Breakfast
Winter-season rates apply:
Single: NZ$320.00 per night
Dbl/Twin: NZ$360.00 per room, per night

Exclusive-use Retreat 
Double: NZ$500.00 per night
Exclusive-use group: NZ$850.00 per night
(3 rooms sleeps up to seven people x6 adult, x1 child)

SUMMER RATES
From 01 October 2010 until 30 April 2011

Bed and Breakfast
High-season rates apply:
Single: NZ$380.00 per night
Dbl/Twin: NZ$450.00 per room, per night

Exclusive-use Retreat 
Double: NZ$625.00 per night
Exclusive Use: NZ$1100.00 per night
(3 rooms sleeps up to seven people x6 adult, x1 child)

Transport

Please contact us for transfer options by air or land. We are located 50 metres above a tidal inlet, for minimal disturbance, we have access to helicopter landing area at Cape Saunders (complimentary transfer to the Retreat approx 10 minute drive).

Self-Drive
Expect sealed roads which wind around the Otago Peninsula coastline to your Portobello Village turnoff. Your last 8 kilometres is over a narrow gravel road which now winds around the tidal inlets. There is much wildlife in this area so please enjoy your last section of travel to the Retreat.

  • 30 minutes to Dunedin
  • 20 minutes to Royal Albatross Colony
  • 12 minutes to Portobello Village (over the gravel road)
  • 4.5 hours to Christchurch
  • 3.5 - 4 hours to Te Anau (direct)
  • 7 hours to Te Anau (via Southern Scenic route)

 

Important Notes:

  • Make a reservation for an individual room or for complete ambience book the entire Retreat as an exclusive-use Retreat booking. Couples, see our exclusive-retreat double rate.
  • We sincerely recommend a minimum two night stay to make the most of the area and the Retreat.
  • Given our location, we recommend ordering dinner for the night of your arrival
  • Dinner reservations must be made at time of accommodation booking or phoned in advance. A minimum two days notice is required. Two-course chef prepared dinner NZ$69.00 per person or 3-course chef prepared dinner NZ$99.00 per person.
  • Rates are quoted on a per room per night basis, double, single, exclusive-use double and exclusive-use group occupancy. All rates are current at time of publication however must be confirmed at the time of booking.
  • All rates are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include Government Goods & Services Tax of 12.5 % (GST) unless otherwise stated.
  • Rates for individual room reservations and exclusive-use are for bed and breakfast and include full breakfast, all tea and coffee, freshly made biscuits in your room and a chilled complimentary bottle of premium New Zealand wine on your arrival.
  • Kahu Room x1 Queen with ensuite, maximum occupancy 2 persons - cannot be split.
  • Kotare Room x1 Queen with ensuite, maximum occupancy 2 persons - cannot be split
  • Korimako Room x1 king with ensuite or x1 King and x1 single, maximum occupancy x2 adults, x1 child. Single bed size is best suited for children.
  • Children under the age of 13 years are welcome however, for the comfort of other guests; families with children under 13 years must book the entire Retreat as an exclusive-use booking. Port-a-cot and highchair available at no additional cost.
  • Internet access is available at Portobello Village a 12 min drive.
  • Airport transfer optional, to/from Dunedin Airport NZ$125.00 + GST each way (50 min drive each way).

Arrival & Departure

Check in time is between 2:00pm and 6.30pm. Please contact us if you are running late 021 062 4053.

Check out time is 10.30am. Late check-out is 12noon and is available at an extra charge of NZ$50.00 + GST.

During winter, we recommend guests check-in prior to nightfall at 5pm.

Additional Services Include:

  • Kaimata Retreat eco-expedition. Up to 3hours of wildlife viewing with a private guide and transfers. NZ$132 per person. Please see website for further information on this exclusive tour.
  • Pre-order two-course chef prepared dinner NZ$69.00 per person or 3-course chef prepared dinner NZ$99.00 per person. See our sample menu under Accommodation on our website.
  • Pre-packed luncheon NZ$30.00 per person.
  • New Zealand wine and beer selection available.
  • Fully equipped laundry available.

Booking Procedure / Cancellation Policy

A deposit of 30% of the total booking
with credit card details is required to confirm your reservation. We accept Eftpos, bank cheque, MasterCard, Visa and Amex.

Kaimata Retreat is a small exclusive Retreat located on the more remote
part of the Otago Peninsula and cancellations do have a serious
impact on us.

Cancellation within 30 days of arrival
date incurs a 30% forfeit of the total booking price. Cancellation within 7
days of arrival date incurs a 100%
forfeit of one night’s rate. Cancellation within 2 days of arrival date or a no
show incurs a 100% forfeit of the total booking price.

We highly recommend guests arrange travel insurance in the case of
unforeseen cancellations.