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Castaways Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beach aparthotel with spa

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LCD TV
Balcony
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
Full breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Barbecue grill
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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685 Karioitahi Road, Karioitahi Beach, Lake Puketi, Auckland, 2683
  • Place, Karioitahi Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Awhitu Regional Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Waiuku Sports Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Studio, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Stylish Studio) | 3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Studio, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Stylish Studio)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Chalet, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Ocean View (Chalet) | 3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

One Bedroom Villa

  • Sleeps 2

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Two Bedrooms Villa

  • Sleeps 4

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Villa, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1346 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ocean View

  • 1722 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Deluxe Two Bedrooms Chalet with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Three Bedroom VIlla

  • Sleeps 6

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King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Two Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Lake Puketi

In Lake Puketi .A stay at this aparthotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Karioitahi Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Awhitu Regional Park. Massey Park and Waiuku Health Plus are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Karioitahi Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Awhitu Regional Park - 12 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Waiuku Sports Park - 21 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Rainbow's End - 59 min drive - 37.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Castaways Resort

4-star beach aparthotel with spa
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 aparthotel measures 646 square feet (60 square meters) and includes a conference center. 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 aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2004
  • Conference center
  • 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 hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

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

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 transportation

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

Family friendly

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (646 square feet 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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Wedding services

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 available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per stay.

Property 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 percent

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
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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 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 rating 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

How close is Castaways Resort to the airport?

Castaways Resort is 37.2 mi (60-min drive) away from the Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Castaways Resort?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castaways Resort on Nov 11, 2025 start from $152.89, 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.

Does Castaways Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Castaways Resort.

How close is Castaways Resort to the beach?

This aparthotel is a short 4-minute walk from Karioitahi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Castaways Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Castaways Resort, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 20 and 40 per person.

Is there a casino at Castaways Resort?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Castaways Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Castaways Resort?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does Castaways Resort have a pool?

Castaways Resort does not have a pool.

Does Castaways Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Castaways Resort have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Bersantai Day Spa, where you can enjoy facials, body scrubs, and massages.

How close is Castaways Resort to downtown Lake Puketi?

Castaways Resort is 0.5 mi away from Lake Puketi.