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Castaways Resort

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with full-service spa and coffee shop/cafe

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View from property
Balcony
Outdoor wedding area
LCD TV
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

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685 Karioitahi Road, Karioitahi Beach, Lake Puketi, Auckland, 2683
  • Karioitahi Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Awhitu Regional Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Waipipi Bird Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 160 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 90 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 125 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Standard Studio, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Stylish Studio)

Standard Studio, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Stylish Studio)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Two Bedrooms Chalet with Sea View

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

Deluxe Two Bedrooms Chalet with Sea View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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

Two Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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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

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

Three Bedroom VIlla

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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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

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About the area

Lake Puketi

At Castaways Resort, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Karioitahi Beach and 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Awhitu Regional Park. Highlights at this beach hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LCD TVs. .A relaxing day at Bersantai Day Spa can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 646 square feet (60 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and a conference centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Lake Puketi hotel include Massey Park and Waiuku Health Plus.

What's nearby

  • Karioitahi Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Awhitu Regional Park - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Waipipi Bird Park - 23 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Rainbow's End - 52 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Mt. Smart Stadium - 62 min drive - 62.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Alba - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Shires - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Karma - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Just Pizza - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Castaways Resort

Beach hotel with full-service spa and coffee shop/cafe
Castaways Resort offers its guests a full-service spa. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square metres) and includes a conference centre. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Castaways Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Lake Puketi hotel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2004
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Castaways Resort offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Castaways Resort?

Castaways Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Castaways Resort?

As of 6 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castaways Resort on 6 Apr 2025 start from AU$233.56, 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.

Is parking available at Castaways Resort?

Yep, Castaways Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Castaways Resort?

Yep, Castaways Resort is a short 4-minute walk from Karioitahi Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Castaways Resort?

Yep, Bersantai Day Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

What makes Castaways Resort a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Castaways Resort.

Is Castaways Resort family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Castaways Resort is a hit with families.

Does Castaways Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is offered at Castaways Resort.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Castaways Resort?

No, Castaways Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Castaways Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Castaways Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Castaways Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Castaways Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 306 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mini break away
I had a wonderful time away just what I needed . I see other reviews saying the villa Rooms were tired but honestly mine was fine and I stay in lots of accommodation . The online room service ordering system didn’t work . How am I surprised but by phoning the restaurant this was easy overcome and they were most help indeed .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Heather, Hamilton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot, quite quiet so I guess we were lucky. Cool West Coast beach with tons of activity going on
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tae Soo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jan

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

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

Jess

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff we interacted with were lovely. The chalet we stayed in was spacious and had everything you could need but the rooms were a little tired if that is something that matters to you. The views are truly spectacular. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Maisie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siosiua

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

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
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

Fran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a peaceful wild location away from everything. Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaliyah

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

COREEN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Shanjila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at castaways. Booked a 1 bedroom villa which had great views. You do need to transfer from the carpark to the room in a buggy, and also need to drive to the restaurant. The food and service at the restaurant was very good, and buffet breakfast had lots of options. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fetaia'i

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Kaatje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sandy

Travelled with partner
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

Joanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villa was nice and modern stunning view, very relaxing it is a unique experience. Great customer service Highly recommend to everyone
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great overall stay in a villa with spectacular views. Only down side is access is only by golf buggy. If you have a remote villa and early departure, make sure you take any suit cases the night before to your car. As our booked cart did not show up. Not a great end to otherwise fantastic stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yosta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024