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Castaways Resort

5.0 star property

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Castaways Resort offers a serene escape with soothing treatments. Enjoy sunbathing on the picturesque terrace, unwinding with massages and body scrubs at Bersantai Day Spa, or sipping coffee at the café. Practical amenities include laundry facilities and free self-parking.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is RM376
RM432 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

Room options

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Living area

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Studio, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Stylish Studio)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Dining room

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

One Bedroom Villa

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Two Bedrooms Villa

  • Sleeps 4

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LCD TV

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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LCD TV

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • Ocean view
  • 125 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Balcony view

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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LCD TV

Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • Ocean view
  • 160 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Two Bedrooms Chalet with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Three Bedroom VIlla

  • Sleeps 6

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 4
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About the area

Lake Puketi is home to Castaways Resort. Awhitu Regional Park and Karioitahi Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waipipi Bird Park and Wrights Watergardens. Visit our Lake Puketi travel guide
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685 Karioitahi Road, Karioitahi Beach, Lake Puketi, Auckland, 2683

What's nearby

  • Amazing black sand beach at Karioitahi
    Karioitahi Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rainbow\'s End featuring rides as well as a small group of people
    Rainbow's End
    55 min drive - 59.2 km
  • Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
    55 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Pukekohe Station
    37 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe Karma
    15 min drive
  • Cafe Alba
    15 min drive
  • Green Mango Thai Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • The Shires
    15 min drive
  • Fitzys
    15 min drive

About this property

Castaways Resort

Guests of this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as massage/treatment rooms or barbecue grills. 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 massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s) 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 daily.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Full-service spa
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa treatment rooms

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Cot: NZD 30 per stay

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Dining

  • Full breakfast available for a fee: NZD 20 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Limited room service

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (646 square foot of space)
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Wedding services
  • Weekly housekeeping

Things to do

  • Archery

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 25 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Garden

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 at the property

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

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, debit cards and cash
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Castaways Lodge Lake Puketi
Castaways Lake Puketi
Castaways Resort Lake Puketi
Castaways Resort Hotel
Castaways Resort Lake Puketi
Castaways Resort Hotel Lake Puketi

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 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castaways Resort on 2 Apr 2026 start from RM376, excluding 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 in Lake Puketi, 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.

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Reviews

Castaways Resort Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 361 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 361 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 361 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 361 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 361 reviews

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Kim

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was comfortable and enjoyable with the amazing view! To get around it is a bit awkward to have to rely on the golf buggies for pick up and drop off. Welcoming staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful with an incredible view from the chalet, very calming and peaceful. Breakfast was great but very understaffed in the restaurant at dinner. We waited a long time to be served and then to receive drinks and meals. Lots of tables needed to be cleared of dirty plates. Friendly and helpful people but clearly very understaffed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the service is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frankco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome holiday break away with amazing views and friendly staff. Very peaceful and good for the soul. Will gladly recommend this resort and will be making this my one-stop quick breakaway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray - Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great peaceful place to wind down and enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location, well designed chalets inside and for privacy with view outside.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Vannessa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the beach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Castaways Resort was wonderful. The chalet was clean, comfortable, and had a wonderful view of the sea. The restaurant was good and had a great variety for breakfast. It is out of the way, but if you’re looking for someplace remote and quiet, this place is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location overlooking the Tasman Sea Trendy buildings
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fetaia'i

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful location, especially just a little outside of the city. Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious abode. Amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are amazing and the views from the balcony are just stunning- even when it rains
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for a weekend getaway!

Great stay. We stay over there every year around the time of my birthday. Beautiful views, quiet, secluded and the restaurant is really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jitender

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. So beautiful and scenic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the villa out for Christmas!! With an ocean view and it was all worth it!!! The scenery from the Villa was amazing. !! Will definitely be booking again !!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Juliet Mavis

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Aesthetic

View was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farhana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I liked the fact that the property manager addressed our concerns promptly and provided solutions. Excellent customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Came back for our anniversary (we got married here 8 years ago). Only downfall was we were in a 1 bedroom unit joined to a villa, the bedroom had no kitchen facilities, no coffee and no cutlery other than teaspoons. But we would stay here again and staff were very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lOVED THE POSITION AND VIEWS AND THE MASSAGE TREATMENT WAS EXCELLENT
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to get away from the busy city life - From the warm and welcoming greeting we received from the lovely receptionist to the beautiful accommodation. The views from the villa was absolutely breathtaking. Highly recommend! Thank you to the wonderful staff and service!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024