685 Karioitahi Road, Karioitahi Beach, Lake Puketi, Auckland, 2683
What's nearby
Karioitahi Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Awhitu Regional Park - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
Rainbow's End - 52 min drive - 50.6 km
Auckland Ferry Terminal - 67 min drive - 71.7 km
Sky Tower - 67 min drive - 71.0 km
Getting around
Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 60 min drive
Pukekohe Station - 37 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
When visiting Lake Puketi, Castaways Resort is a great choice to consider. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
25 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 20 to 40 per person
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 30 per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does Castaways Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Castaways Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Castaways Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Castaways Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Castaways Resort?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Castaways Resort and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Castaways Resort?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Castaways Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Castaways Resort like?
Castaways Resort is located a short 4-minute walk from Karioitahi Beach.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Dec 22, 2024
Great views and room but poor service
View from villa is amazing, our two-bedroom villa has all the rooms facing the ocean with great view, and is very well maintained. Services are very limited- front desk seems never pick up internal phone calls; after we reached them with our local cellphone, the service they promised never showed up…also never mentioned from resort information that they don’t provide daily room clean service and if you want it would be extra charge.
Breakfast buffet is okay but was very crowded and we waited 5 minutes to get a small table, but no one came to clean the table and we had to go get cutlery from servant ourselves.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2024
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 .
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 12, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 11, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Such a peaceful wild location away from everything. Perfect!
Fran
Fran, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
Beautiful place
Aaliyah
Aaliyah, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
COREEN
COREEN, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
Amazing!
Robert
Robert, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 5, 2024
Shanjila
Shanjila, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2024
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
Laura
Laura, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2024
A beautiful location, especially just a little outside of the city. Breakfast was amazing!
Fetaia'i
Fetaia'i, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2024
Kaatje
Kaatje, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 19, 2024
lOVED THE POSITION AND VIEWS AND THE MASSAGE TREATMENT WAS EXCELLENT
Sandy
Sandy, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2024
Villa was nice and modern stunning view, very relaxing it is a unique experience. Great customer service
Highly recommend to everyone
Joanna
Joanna, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 8, 2024
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.
steven
steven, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2024
Joyce
Joyce, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2024
Fantastic.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2024
Yosta
Yosta, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2024
Namish
Namish, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 11, 2024
Alex
Alex, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 26, 2023
Joy
Joy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2023
Spectacular views. Restful and private
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2023
Breathtaking sunset, peacefully setting. On a work trip, so lovely to come back to a breathtaking sunset and peacefully setting.