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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
  • Spa
The current price is RM331
RM381 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Room options

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

King Room

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

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

One Bedroom Villa

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Two Bedrooms Villa

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • 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 the area

Located in Lake Puketi, Castaways Resort is near the beach. 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

  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush green grass.
    Karioitahi Beach
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A garden with a gravel path, rows of roses, and a grassy field.
    Auckland Botanical Gardens
    58 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Spookers
    41 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Navigation Homes Stadium
    44 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Bruce Pulman Park
    63 min drive - 53.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cafe Karma
    15 min drive
  • The Shires
    15 min drive
  • Cafe Alba
    15 min drive
  • Fitzys
    15 min drive
  • Subway
    15 min drive

About this property

Castaways Resort

  • Luxury aparthotel
  • You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Castaways Resort. Indulge in a massage, Ayurvedic treatments and a body scrub at Bersantai Day Spa, the on-site spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), local meal delivery service and a banquet hall
    • Wedding services, barbecues and massage treatment rooms
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Castaways Resort include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, cots/infant beds and heating

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Black sand beach nearby

Pool/Spa

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

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

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 23 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castaways Resort on 16 Aug 2026 start from RM331, 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 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.

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Reviews

Castaways Resort Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 380 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Loveness

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness
This resort has the potential to be 5-star if they can get their “front of house” figured out. First - the room and general accommodations, location and beach access are amazing. Here’s where they lose points - you cannot get around the grounds on foot - the reception is half way up the hill, and once u check in you have to park at the very top (which gets locked at 7pm) and the meet you with valet golf cart service - which at first seemed great, until we found out it wasn’t unlimited service. We did get cart service to our reservation for dinner and the wait staff arranged pick up and return to our room - there were a few folks waiting who hadn’t prearranged this. The return back in the dark, very windy cart paths were, at times, a bit scary. But the driver was courteous and safe. The check out is at 11! Which we thought was awesome bc our room included bfast so we planned to go eat around 830 then spend an hour leisurely packing up with one last coffee on our deck (with award winning views!) but NO. We were informed that we could only get cart service to our car and we would have to drive to bfast - so here’s the thing - you can’t (like ur not allowed) walk from the parking back to the rooms - and honestly u wouldn’t want to - it’s steep and designed for the carts. Customer service - apart from the cart drivers - was lacking, young likely poorly trained staff seemed relatively disinterested in providing the advertised 5-star service But - the potential is def there.
King room with ocean view - view from the bed :)
The views are award winning!
Some of the rooms have the hot tub option - probably totally worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

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

6/10 Okay

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
This resort needs to be more upfront about the fact that many rooms require a wait for a goldfish cart pick up or a long walk on a very steep hill to get to and from. Also the restaurant onsite is often not available for supper on weekends due to wedding bookings.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Åsa

Liked: Cleanliness
Rummet var fantastiskt och utsikten likaså. Ligger dock väldigt avlägset och bor man i nån av villorna är man utelämnad till skjuts med golfbil. Skjutsen går dock enbart till parkeringen och inte till restaurangen, vilket gör att en middag men vin för båda är uteslutet. Restaurangupplevelsen lämnar dock en del att önska varvid en bokning av hela villan rekommenderas samt att laga middag där.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
When we arrived, our room had been damaged by a rock hitting the window and therefore were moved to a safer room immediately. When we were settled, the view was amazing, and all we wanted to do was spend time watching the ocean. If you are to stay here and watch the sunset, grab some cheese and a bottle of wine- nothing was more perfect. Everything about this place was perfect. Clean, friendly staff, delicious food, and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

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

8/10 Good

Susan

The view and quiet. The rubbish bin in the bathroom was dirty on the exterior.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn E

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

4/10 Poor

Johannes

Disliked: Amenities
Castaways does not deserve its 5 stars. It feels more like a standard motel with large rooms and a nice view. The rooms were worn out, the TV lifting system which avoided the TV from blocking the view was broken, both toilets were loose from the floor, one lamp was broken, the windows were very dirty hiding the view that the TV didn’t spoil. The staff in the resection did not show any interest in providing service and just asked us to check with Chat GPT when we asked about some lokal recommendations. The breakfast was also disappointing and had instant powder coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026