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Castaways Resort

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Balcony
Exterior
Breakfast area
Balcony view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Black-sand beach
  • Self-parking included
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
The current price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June

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685 Karioitahi Road, Karioitahi Beach, Lake Puketi, Auckland, 2683
  • Place, Karioitahi Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow's End
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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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

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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

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Dining room

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

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Villa, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Studio, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Stylish Studio)

  • Sleeps 2

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4

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One Bedroom Villa

  • Sleeps 2

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Two Bedrooms Villa

  • Sleeps 4

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Living area

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

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Living area

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

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Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Balcony view

Standard Room

  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 160 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Deluxe Two Bedrooms Chalet with Sea View

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Three Bedroom VIlla

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  • Sleeps 2

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1 Bedroom Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Two Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Lake Puketi

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.
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What's nearby

  • Karioitahi Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bruce Pulman Park - 54 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Rainbow's End - 55 min drive - 59.2 km
  • Due Drop Events Centre - 55 min drive - 58.8 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
  • ‪Fitzys - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Shires - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive

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 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.

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

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

National rating

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 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castaways Resort on 1 June 2026 start from AU$139, 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. 244 out of 375 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 375 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 375 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 375 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 375 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

Kim

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Cari

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

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

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

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

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

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SAMUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

krishan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good getaway option for aucklanders
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

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

10/10 Excellent

Aiden

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Monique

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, beautiful location and great dining
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Vannessa

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

10/10 Excellent

Ray - Tanya

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

10/10 Excellent

Jemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it, will come back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025