KHANDALLAH
CAT HOTEL

Hovering above our beautiful harbour is a hidden haven for the luckiest of cats. Set in a leafy wonderland just 10 minutes from the city, it offers the happiest home-away-from-home for feline guests

The elite Wellington cattery

A white long-haired cat with a purple collar sitting on a plush fur blanket at the Khandallah Cat Hotel, on an ornate striped armchair in a cozy room with decorative lighting, framed pictures, and plants.
A woman holding a gray cat close to her face on the cattery porch with green trees outside.

THE ELITE EXPERIENCE FOR CAPITAL CATS

✓ SAFETY + CARE FIRST

Outlook from Khandallah cat hotel where you can see the sun setting over the ocean, with the reflection on the surface and some clouds in the sky, surrounded by green foliage and some buildings in the foreground.

Personal and bespoke attention for your cat's wellbeing—and your peace of mind

✓ A SERENE RETREAT

Close-up of an orange tabby cat wearing a black bow tie, sitting on a green cushion inside his luxury Wellington cattery.

No near neighbours, accessible only via a private road, 24/7 security

✓ COMFORT + LUXURY

Architect designed, sumptuous quarters, purpose built to an exceptional standard

TAKE A PEEK AT OUR UNIQUE WELLINGTON CATTERY

Step inside the Khandallah Cat Hotel—if you’re looking for a special place for your cats, you’ve just found it

Our unique environment and personal service will exceed your expectations and give you peace of mind

Come on in to take a virtual tour of Wellington’s happiest cat care experience

AN EXCEPTIONAL WELLINGTON CATTERY

A cozy room decorated with a large floral chandelier hanging from the ceiling, dark walls, and natural light from windows. The room features vintage chairs with plush cushions, potted plants, wooden and glass pet enclosures with cats, a red tufted bench, and a striped rug on the floor.

A CONCIERGE SERVICE

Small and perfectly formed—our numbers are deliberately very limited

This allows us to offer the personal and gentle touch, with each cat receiving individual and tailored care

Personal treasures are welcome—please bring all and any comforts of home that will help your cat feel settled

We reside onsite for a true 24/7 concierge service

A white cat hanging upside down on a blue and beige cat tree - inside the Wellington cattery.

Our vision is to offer the happiest cat care experience in Wellington

Inside: Each cat has exclusive use of his/her own villa for eating, sleeping and toileting

Outside: The lush garden emporium offers abundant fresh air and stunning harbour views

THE HAPPIEST EXPERIENCE

Two white cats with pink ears and closed eyes cuddling and resting their heads together at Khandallah Cat Hotel.

We offer regular updates to give you peace of mind

The Hotel has been purpose built to meet the latest plus highest safety and care standards

We are architect designed, Wellington City Council consented, and meet Ministry of Primary Industries animal welfare regulations

We are 24/7 security monitored

YOUR PEACE OF MIND

A Siamese cat with blue eyes sitting on a windowsill, with a view of green trees, blue sky, and water outside - a luxury location for cat boarding in Khandallah.

Affordable luxury for your cat—with no hidden costs

  • Our rates are daily rates, which include the day of arrival and the day of departure

  • $63 a day per cat

  • Multiple cats: $48 a day per cat

  • We ask that you please provide your cat’s preferred food—we know as their lucky owners that cats are fussy, can have sensitive tummies, and like to be comfortable at all times! It makes for a much happier experience for them if they maintain their usual diet

  • No extra costs: for example the administering of medication is all part of our personal service

RATES

Two cats in a Khandallah Cat Hotels custom built multi-level wooden hotel rooms. One gray cat with green eyes peeking out of a house-shaped opening, and one white fluffy cat with black markings resting on a platform above.
A large potted orchid with yellow flowers and green leaves placed on top of a wooden cabinet against a dark wall at the Wellington Cattery.
Scenic view from the window of this Wellington Cat Hotel - of a coastal landscape with a lake, green trees, a winding road, and mountains in the distance, seen through a split window.
The Khandallah Cat Hotel covered porch at night tie with wooden flooring, enclosed by glass windows and white framing, with a wooden platform and stairs, and a potted plant with purple flowers in the foreground.
Three cats indoors at the cattery near a large window, with one white cat on a cat tree, a cream-colored cat in front, and another white cat on top of a wooden furniture piece.
View of the ocean and distant mountains through a large window with white framing, overlooking green trees and shrubbery - looking out from the Wellington Cattery.
A fluffy, long-haired tabby and white cat sitting on a chair next to a green plant inside the Wellington Cat Hotel, with a pink circular sign that says 'Everyting is Okay' on a dark wall in the background.
Two white cats are cuddling on a pink fluffy blanket during their cat boarding.
A gray cat lying on its back in a gray circular pet bed, looking up at the camera with yellow-green eyes happy and relaxed while cat boarding for the weekend.
An outdoor staircase leading to a deck with a transparent, curved roof made of corrugated plastic or metal panels, surrounded by green trees at dusk - showcasing the covered porch for cats to play at the Khandallah Cat Hotel.

FAQs

  • Our vision is to offer the happiest cat care experience in Wellington

    We are THE elite experience for Capital cats:

    • Comfort and luxury — a sumptuous haven away from home, with plenty of room to run around and play, and abundant fresh air

    • Small and perfectly formed—our numbers are deliberately very limited

    • This allows us to offer a concierge service – the personal and gentle touch, with each guest receiving individual and tailored care

    • Plus regular updates to give you peace of mind

    Our unique environment and personal service will exceed your expectations

    We are no ordinary Wellington cattery. If you’re looking for something special for your cat, you’ve just found it

  • We are the most exclusive Wellington cattery, offering a boutique and concierge service

    We provide an exceptional experience for feline guests:

    • Architect designed, sumptuous quarters, purpose built to an exceptional standard

    • Inside: Each guest has exclusive use of a villa for eating, sleeping and toileting

    • Outside: The lush garden emporium offers abundant fresh air and stunning harbour views

    • We reside onsite for a true 24/7 concierge service

    Our unique environment and personal service will exceed your expectations and give you peace of mind

    Not your standard Wellington cattery, we are a Hotel — offering a very special experience for the luckiest of cats

  • We offer a haven away from home, and your peace of mind is our priority

    We provide everything your cat needs for a happy and luxurious holiday, however:

    • Personal treasures are welcome—please bring all and any comforts of home that will help your cat feel settled eg blankets, toys

    • We ask that you please provide your cat’s preferred food—we know as their lucky owners that cats are fussy, can have sensitive tummies, and like to be comfortable at all times! It makes for a much happier experience for them if they maintain their usual diet

    • We administer any required medications at no extra cost – it’s all part of our personal service

    • We reside onsite for a true 24/7 concierge service, so that your pet’s needs are always catered for

    Our unique environment and personal service will exceed your expectations and give you peace of mind

    We are an exceptional Wellington cattery — offering the happiest experience with the personal and gentle touch

  • Safety and care come first at the Khandallah Cat Hotel

    Our exclusive haven away from home is only 10 minutes from the city:

    • The Hotel has been purpose built to meet the latest plus highest safety and care standards

    • We are architect designed, Wellington City Council consented, and meet Ministry of Primary Industries animal welfare regulations

    • There are no near neighbours, we are accessible only via a private road, and we are 24/7 security monitored

    • We provide personal and bespoke attention for your cat's wellbeing—and your peace of mind

    Our unique environment and personal service will exceed your expectations

    At this Wellington cattery — your peace of mind is our priority

  • We may just be Wellington’s Most-Loved Cat Hotel!

    We have been open only a year but we are already the highest 5-star-rated Wellington cattery

    We are humbled and grateful for the support from cat parents across Wellington. Thank you for trusting us with your precious pets — we’re proud to set the standard for your cat’s comfort and care

    We consider caring for Wellington’s fussiest guests to be an honour

    You can see our reviews by clicking here

    Khandallah Cat Hotel — the happiest Wellington cattery, offering an exceptional experience for the luckiest of feline guests