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Castaways Resort

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A stone hot tub with a wooden bench and a small table, surrounded by a bamboo fence and a stone wall.
A coastal building with a balcony overlooking the sea at sunset.
Restaurant
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a coastal landscape.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.

Popular amenities

  • Black-sand beach
  • Self-parking included
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
The current price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

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685 Karioitahi Road, Karioitahi Beach, Lake Puketi, Auckland, 2683
  • Place, Karioitahi Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Auckland Botanical Gardens
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Place, Bruce Pulman Park
    ‪63 min drive‬

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View all photos for Standard Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View (Chalet)

A modern living room with a large gray sectional sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Standard Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View (Chalet)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Studio, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Stylish Studio)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a balcony with a view, and a ceiling with skylights.

Standard Studio, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Stylish Studio)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Chalet)

A modern kitchen with a large window, wooden ceiling, and a dining area with a view.

Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Chalet)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Villa, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View

A modern kitchen with a large island, dining area with chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

A modern kitchen with a large island, dining area with chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 125 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the ocean through a sliding glass door.

Standard Room

  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean.

Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 160 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Castaways Resort

At Castaways Resort, spend the day relaxing on the nearby beach or pampering yourself at the aparthotel's full-service spa. Each apartment provides a coffee/tea maker and free tea bags/instant coffee, plus free WiFi and an LCD TV with cable channels. Additional amenities include room service, a hairdryer and a shower. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Castaways Resort offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Lake Puketi aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Bersantai Day Spa has 5 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open selected days.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 20 to 40 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Property # 9629257
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Castaways Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Castaways Resort?

As of 5 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castaways Resort on 18 August 2026 start from NZ$195, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Castaways Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Castaways Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Castaways Resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castaways Resort located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury aparthotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Karioitahi Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Awhitu Regional Park and Massey Park. War Memorial Park and Brookesmith Drive Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Castaways Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 383 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location, peaceful, great views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aoife

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Villas were stunning. Looks out over the beach. Breakfasts were fab and the staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Beautiful view very nice rooms great staff
View from our room
Sunset from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great service, beautiful location and an awesome villa
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

grant

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot, very quiet, great room/villa, Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful, personalised service, spacious room, stunning rooms, very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and beautiful views!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place is perfect for a quiet and relaxing weekend getaway. The staff were very helpful. We like the food (both dinner - Castaway Market fish, chocolate decadent and breakfast buffet). We can't get enough to enjoy the beautiful sunset from our villa. We will come back with our friends and family 😊 . Hopefully, next time there will be a restaurant at the villas and some activities in the resort.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Priceless serene view, always a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the black sand beach from the room. The bed was so comfortable, I had the best nights sleep. Highly recommend taking the walking track up top to the lookout at sunset, it was breathtaking. Breakfast buffet was delicious, load of options to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We stayed one night at Castaways and loved the beautiful, peaceful location away from town. The view from our studio was wonderful! The room was excellent with a very comfortable bed. Breakfast is a must – the buffet was really good. The only downside is no direct beach access; you have to walk a couple of hundred metres down the road without a footpath, so watch out for cars. Overall, it was a lovely stay and we’d happily recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We booked the two bedroom Chalet. The view was amazing. Rooms were good size. Beds were comfortable. The chalets do need to be renovated however. It does look a bit run down. The TV is also on a high angle making it uncomfortable to watch anything. Other than that it was a good weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Gorgeous space and incredible ocean views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great. Lovely water view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely room, clean and the view was amazing. Yummy breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great view! Loved that there was a washer and dryer in our room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cari

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Beautiful room very clean perfectly appointed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room. Great breakfast, appreciated al the in room amneitites
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amil

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
5 stars for the view. The kitchen equipments were all very outdated. Unfortunately the dishwasher wasn't working. Limited choices for food in the restaurant and bit expensive. Otherwise overall good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The VIEW - amazing. Peaceful, gorgeous property.
spa
sunset from balcony of chalet 17
we did this!
view of beach and restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a truly wonderful stay at Castaway Resort! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome — they were warm, attentive, and genuinely caring throughout our visit. Our villa had breathtaking views and was perfectly located near the beach and even a paragliding spot, which made the experience even more special. Waking up to the scenery like that felt like a dream. If you're looking for a true “castaway” escape to recharge and disconnect from the crowds, this is the perfect place. Peaceful, beautiful, and rejuvenating — we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siosiua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yeah very nice place to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Villa bedroom was fantastic, wonderful view, clean and new. Little fridge was very cold which is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was nice and clean but there was a routine pickle in our kettle but over all it was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026