Last Updated on 30 October 2025 by Vanessa
Looking for the best cat cafes in New Zealand?
This complete guide includes addresses, opening hours, and everything else to make your next cat-filled coffee break unforgettable.
Your ultimate New Zealand guide to cat cafes
Cat cafes are on the prowl across New Zealand.
They resonate with people who’d love a pet of their own, but circumstances (rental rules, traveling lifestyle, or allergic partner) means they can’t.
Others go for the companionship and good vibes that animal interaction delivers.
Most of these cafes partner with rescues, giving homeless cats a safe place to live until someone adopts them.
To help you find your perfect spot for coffee and cuddles, here’s a complete guide to New Zealand’s growing cat cafe scene.
Cat Castle Cat Cafe & Hotel in Devonport, Auckland
Cat Castle Cat Cafe & Hotel is one of New Zealand’s most stylish cat cafes.
It’s known for its playful pink décor and fairy-tale vibes and is home to more than 15 rescued cats, each with a unique personality and plenty of charm.
Alongside its cafe experience, Cat Castle also offers grooming services.
- Address: Cat Castle Cat Cafe & Hotel, 63 Lake Road, Devonport, Auckland 0624, New Zealand.
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00 am – 04:30 pm. Closed on Mondays.
- Price: $35 per person per hour. This includes one drink and a cat treat. Children enter for only $27.
- Reservations: To secure your spot, it’s advisable to book ahead, especially on busy days like weekends and holidays. Reserve online or call in advance to avoid missing out on the fun!
- Menu: Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and cold drinks, along with pastries, cakes, sandwiches, and snacks.
- Website: www.furryfriendsnz.com/catcastlecafe
Catfe Mao in Newmarket, Auckland
Each cat at Catfe Mao has been surrendered or abandoned, and the cafe works tirelessly to find them loving forever homes. As such, when you cuddle up with these furry pals, you’re not just enjoying their company; you’re also supporting a worthy cause.
At the cafe, the cats have a cozy temporary haven filled with cat trees, comfy seating, and playful toys. Special treats are available for purchase.
However, unlike other cat cafes, Catfe Mao offers a more personalized experience. With limited guest numbers per session, you’ll have plenty of time to shower the cats with attention without overwhelming them.
Your entrance ticket not only covers your drink but also contributes to caring for the cats in need.
Who knows, you might even make a special connection and inquire about adopting your very own fur baby.
- Address: Catfe Mao, 3C/80 Broadway, Newmarket, Auckland 1023, New Zealand.
- Opening hours: Monday to Thursday, 10:00 am – 07:00 pm. Friday, 10:00 am – 08:00 pm. Saturday, 10:00 am – 09:00 pm. Sunday, 10:00 am – 08:00 pm.
- Price: $25 per person (includes one drink).
- Reservations: You must book a time slot online ahead of your visit.
- Menu: They offer a café menu with beverages (coffee/tea/milk-tea) and snacks.
- Website: catfemao.com
Catnap Cafe in Christchurch, South Island
At Catnap Cafe in Christchurch, you can take your yoga practice to new heights by signing up for a yoga class alongside expert yogi cats, masters of the big stretch.
But yoga isn’t the only thing on the agenda at Catnap.
They also host a range of events designed to maximize cuddle time with their resident furry friends. From board game nights to cat movie nights, there’s always something exciting happening at the cafe.
Children must have adult supervision and be five years of age or older.
- Address: Catnap Cafe, 391 Colombo Street, Sydenham, Christchurch 8023, New Zealand.
- Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 am – 05:00 pm. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Price: $16 per person for 55 minutes.
- Reservations: Booking ahead is recommended.
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- Website: www.catnapcafe.co.nz
Fancy Meow Cat Cafe in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
At Fancy Meow Cat Cafe in Rotorua, you can indulge in a delightful cup of coffee or tea while enjoying the soothing presence of purring felines, all purebred cats and kittens.
Some of these cats come from breeders, such as the American Curl Whiskey and the Bengal Doupi. Ohers, such as the grumpy Persian Maomao and the Ragdoll Mario, have been rescued.
Fancy Meow Cat Cafe is dedicated to the welfare of cats, and they collaborate closely with local rescue organizations.
Inquiries about adoption are warmly welcomed if you develop a special bond.
- Address: Fancy Meow Cat Cafe, 1210 Arawa Street, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand.
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday, 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm. Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am – 04:00 pm. Closed on Mondays.
- Price: $8 per 30 minutes.
- Reservations: Booking beforehand is recommended.
- Menu: Several hot and cold beverages, as well as gelato.
- Website: www.fancymeowcatcafe.co.nz
Mini Cat Cafe aka 4 Ever 2nd Home in Mairangi Bay, Auckland
Mini Cat Cafe is from the same team as the Cat Castle Cat Cafe & Hotel in Devonport.
Their playful cats are excited to meet you in the beautiful setting of Mairangi Bay. Many of them are looking for forever homes, so it’s a great opportunity to find your purr-fect match.
- Address: Mini Cat Cafe, 368 Beach Road, Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand.
- Opening hours: Monday, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm & 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm. Tuesday to Friday, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm & 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm. Saturday & Sunday, 11:00 am – 04:00 pm.
- Price: Entry to the Mini Cat Cafe is $17 for adults, $15 for kids, and $15 for seniors (Gold card holders). This includes a drink or treat. Members enjoy discounted entry at $12.
- Reservations: Call ahead to secure your spot.
- Menu: You’ll receive a free drink (coffee or tea) with your entry fee. Light snacks and treats are also available.
- Website: www.furryfriendsnz.com
Neko Ngeru Cat Cafe in Lower Hutt, Wellington
Neko Ngeru Cat Cafe re-opened its doors in Lower Hutt, led by Richelle and Ken Okada’s commitment to supporting rescue operations.
They always have around 10 to 15 cats at the cafe. All of them can be adopted, though some stay up to a year before finding their forever homes. The good thing about that is that they help the new cats adjust more easily.
Each Friday brings a special event.
Quiz nights with cat-themed questions kick off the month. Game Night (with cat-inspired games) follows on the second Friday, followed by an Arts and Crafts Night on the third Friday, where you can enjoy coloring, crochet, and other creative activities. The fourth Friday is for Movie Night. When there is a fifth Friday, it is extra special, often with tastings of cheese, plum wine, or sake.
Children under seven are not allowed to enter.
- Address: Neko Ngeru Cat Cafe, Level 1/215 High Street, Hutt Central, Lower Hutt 5010, New Zealand
- Opening hours: Wednesday, 10:00 am – 04:00 pm. Thursday, 10:00 am – 01:00 pm & 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm. Friday, 10:00 am – 01:00 pm & 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm. Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am – 04:00 pm. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Price: $17 per person for 55 minutes. (If you book ahead, it’s $1 cheaper.) The walk-in price for children (7-12), students (13-18), and seniors with gold card is $16.
- Reservations: Limited space (only ten people every hour) prompts guests to book ahead.
- Menu: Neko Ngeru Cat Cafe serves a Japanese-inspired menu. Think matcha drinks, takoyaki, mochi cheese, daifuku mochi and other Japanese snacks.
- Website: nekongeru.nz
Purrs & Beans in Birkenhead, Auckland
Purrs & Beans, formerly known as BaristaCats Café, is a haven where rescued felines find their forever homes. As New Zealand’s longest-running cat cafe, it has been a source of joy and warmth for cat lovers for years.
The cats come from their rescue partners, Gutter Kitties and 9 Lives Orphanage, and the staff is dedicated to helping visitors find their purr-fect match.
The cafe offers a calming and cozy atmosphere with soft lighting and comfortable couches, inviting guests to relax and enjoy the company of their furry friends.
You can indulge in delicious food and drinks while supporting their mission to promote responsible cat ownership through adoption events and educational workshops.
Children under ten are not allowed inside the cat room.
- Address: Purrs & Beans, 188 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, Auckland 0626, New Zealand.
- Opening hours: Thursday, 10:00 am – 02:00 pm. Friday, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am – 01:00 pm. Closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
- Price: $24,50 per person per hour.
- Reservations:
- Menu: While Purrs & Beans has a full beverage menu, they only have afternoon-tea style snacks on the food front. They are not a dine-in cafe, so there are no plated meals available.
- Website: www.purrsandbeans.co.nz
The Cat Lounge in Hillcrest, Auckland
Permanently closed!
Conclusion
There you have it, an exhaustive list of all the cat cafes in New Zealand. Have you visited any of these? Tell us about your experiences in the comments below, and feel free to share your photos on our Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
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