Events, Dinners & Celebrations

Functions with room to relax.

From family birthday dinners to Christmas parties, anniversary celebrations and corporate gatherings, Makikihi Country Hotel offers versatile indoor and outdoor spaces to bring people together.

Host Your Event

Easygoing country hospitality for your group.

Looking for a friendly, unhurried venue where your guests can relax and enjoy themselves? Makikihi Country Hotel provides flexible spaces tailored to your group size and style.

Whether you are organising a casual platter and drink catch-up on the deck, a sit-down buffet dinner in the dining room, or a private celebratory meal, our team will help you plan the details.

Covered outdoor deck and lawn area at Makikihi Country Hotel
Event Formats

Ways we can cater for you.

We adapt our food offerings to match your occasion, numbers and budget.

Group Meals

Buffet Dinners

Hearty, satisfying buffet-style catering ideal for Christmas breakups, club functions, sports team dinners and family milestones.

✓ Tailored menus with fresh local produce
✓ Dietary options including gluten-free

Cocktail & Social

Canapés & Finger Food

Casual standing receptions, afternoon gatherings and milestone celebrations out on the deck or in the bar.

✓ Easy bite-sized options for mingling
✓ Full bar service available alongside

Intimate Groups

Small-Group Dinners

Table reservations for birthdays, anniversaries, business dinners or family reunions in our restaurant setting.

✓ Full restaurant & seasonal menu service
✓ Attentive, friendly local table service

Function Areas

Choose the setting that suits your group.

Bar and lounge area at Makikihi Country Hotel

The Remodelled Bar & Lounge

Warm, social and vibrant. Ideal for informal gatherings, after-work drinks, social clubs and relaxed banter.

The Covered Deck & Beer Garden

Our timber deck provides covered outdoor seating connecting directly out to the sunny lawn. Perfect for summer parties, barbecue-style events and family celebrations with children.

The Dining Room

A focused indoor setting suited to sit-down celebrations, corporate dinners and private speeches.

Guest transport: Ask us about courtesy-van availability for your function pickup and drop-off.

Direct Enquiry

Plan your function with us.

Tell us a little about your occasion, preferred date and approximate group size. We’ll get back to you to discuss details and menus.

Note: This form is for enquiries only and does not confirm an instant booking. For overnight room reservations, please use our Booking.com link.

Prefer to discuss your event over the phone?

Give our team a call directly and we can check date availability and discuss spaces right away.

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