Title: Kakapo Cabin @ Kaimata Retreat, Dunedin, Rustic and Charming Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kakapo Cabin @ Kaimata Retreat, Dunedin, Rustic and Charming Resort in Cape Saunders ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796400/109796329/3e2aba68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796400/109796329/b1bafa03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796400/109796329/a9daea17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796400/109796329/33ebaed1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109800000/109796400/109796329/e79784cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kakapo Cabin @ Kaimata Retreat, Dunedin, Rustic and Charming provides everything that you need. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 14 - Oct 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=109796329&PinnedHotelID=109796329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=109796329&PinnedHotelID=109796329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 15 - Oct 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=109796329&PinnedHotelID=109796329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=109796329&PinnedHotelID=109796329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=109796329&PinnedHotelID=109796329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=109796329&PinnedHotelID=109796329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=109796329&PinnedHotelID=109796329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=109796329&PinnedHotelID=109796329&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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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit 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 Property Registration Number no ### Property is also known as 632992|8063276 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kakapo Cabin @ Kaimata Retreat, Dunedin, Rustic and Charming pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### Where is Kakapo Cabin @ Kaimata Retreat, Dunedin, Rustic and Charming located? > Situated on the waterfront, this resort is within 9 miles (15 km) of NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium, The Fletcher House and Allans Beach. Otakou Marae and Royal Albatross Centre are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kakapo Cabin @ Kaimata Retreat, Dunedin, Rustic and Charming Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Denise 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I would have given the property 5 stars except for there was mold on the ceiling in the kitchen/dinning area ##### Denise Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Queenstown-Central.h37408030.Hotel-Information) > > [Elstead Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Elstead-Hotel.h973303.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Rotorua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Ibis-Rotorua.h1131218.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Queenstown Lakeside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information) > > [Pera Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Pera-Palace-Hotel.h20555.Hotel-Information) > > [Rainforest Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Rainforest-Retreat.h7088168.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Orabelle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubrovnik-Hotels-Villa-Orabelle.h23915612.Hotel-Information) > > [Richmond Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Richmond-Holiday-Park.h29218591.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluestone On George](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Bluestone-On-George.h4244576.Hotel-Information) > > [Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information) > > [Xo Hotels Park West](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam-Hotels-XO-HOTELS-PARK-WEST.h5411779.Hotel-Information) > > [Tongariro Suites at The Rocks](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Horopito-Hotels-Tongariro-Suites-At-The-Rocks.h9679404.Hotel-Information) > > [Protur Bonamar Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Son-Servera-Hotels-Protur-Bonamar-Hotel-Adults-Only.h32043922.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel El Duque](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Adeje-Hotels-Hotel-El-Duque.h919581.Hotel-Information) > > [Hellidon Lakes Golf & Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Daventry-Hotels-Hellidon-Lakes-Golf-Spa-Hotel.h581008.Hotel-Information) > > [Rosewood Matakauri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Matakauri-Lodge.h1097561.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Eastern Sicily](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eastern-Sicily-Villas.d6049129-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [The Boat Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aboyne-Hotels-The-Boat-Inn.h42007393.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Crumlin (BFS) to Paris (CDG)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bfs/cdg/belfast-to-paris) > > [Flights from St. Peter (JER) to Dublin (DUB)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jer/dub/jersey-to-dublin) > > [Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Miami (MIA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/sfo/mia/san-francisco-to-miami) ### Activities > [Things to do in Olhao](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Olhao.d182241.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Warsaw](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Warsaw.d178317.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Cape Verde](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/golf-holidays/32/Cape-Verde) > > [Mykonos Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mykonos.d1707.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Castel dell'Ovo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castel-DellOvo-Historical-Center.d6077628.Attraction) > > [Corfu Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corfu.d816.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General > [Visit Fuerteventura](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fuerteventura.dx1263)