Castaways Resort - Waiuku

$$$$||View on mapWaiuku, New Zealand685 Karioitahi Road, Waiuku, New Zealand, 2683|
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Castaways Resort - Waiuku
685 Karioitahi Road, Waiuku, New Zealand, 2683·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.3
Cleanliness8.7
Comfort8.7
Staff8.6
Facilities8.4
Who stays here
Couples48%
Families32%
Groups12%
Solo7%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.3
Cleanliness8.7
Comfort8.7
Staff8.6
Facilities8.4
Who stays here
Couples48%
Families32%
Groups12%
Solo7%

Beachfront resort with panoramic ocean views in Waiuku

Accommodation

Castaways Resort Waiuku offers studios, chalets, and modern villas, each with a private deck overlooking the Tasman Sea. The two-bedroom villas sit at the highest point on the hill, providing spacious layouts with full kitchens, washers, and dryers. All units include satellite TV, DVD players, and air conditioning.

Dining & Bar

The on-site Award-winning Restaurant and Bar serves fine wines and gourmet meals with panoramic sunset views over the ocean. Guests can order from a menu that includes special diet options and kids' meals. The restaurant also offers a complimentary hot buffet breakfast each morning.

Wellness

Bersantai Day Spa provides a range of wellness treatments including full-body massage, body wraps, and facial treatments in a room overlooking Karioitahi Beach. Guests can book spa/wellness packages that include use of the spa lounge and relaxation area. The spa also offers beauty services such as manicures, pedicures, and waxing.

Activities & Family

Castaways Resort has kids' outdoor play equipment and provides archery and hiking opportunities on the property. The beachfront location gives direct access to Karioitahi Beach for walks and 4WD driving on the sand. Babysitting and child services are available upon request, and the resort is family-friendly with family rooms.

Location

Castaways Resort sits on a cliff above Karioitahi Beach, 10 minutes by car from Waiuku and 70 km from Auckland city centre. Nearby attractions include Awhitu Regional Park, Waiuku Golf Course, and Waitangi Falls. Auckland International Airport is approximately 70 km away, and free on-site parking is provided.

  • Location: Cliff-top setting above Karioitahi Beach, 10 minutes' drive from Waiuku
  • Rooms: Studios, chalets, and villas with private ocean-view decks
  • Dining: Award-winning Restaurant and Bar serving gourmet meals at sunset
  • Wellness: Bersantai Day Spa offering body wraps, massages, and facial treatments
  • Package: Complimentary hot buffet breakfast included in all room rates
  • Ideal for: Couples, families, and corporate retreats
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-18:00
from 08:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a continental breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:36
Former name
Castaways
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Rooms and availability

King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Studio
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
Two-Bedroom Chalet
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool
Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Children's menu

Cots

Private beach

Beach access

Sun loungers

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Archery

Services

  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view
  • With view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Castaways Resort

💵 Lowest room price 150 £
📏 Distance to centre 7.9 km
✈️ Distance to airport 60.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Auckland, AKL

Location

685 Karioitahi Road, Waiuku, New Zealand, 2683
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685 Karioitahi Road, Waiuku, New Zealand, 2683
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  • Nearby
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Beach
Karioitahi Beach
480 m
Restaurant
Castaways Restaurant & Bar
60 m

Reviews of Castaways Resort

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FAQ about Castaways Resort

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the 4-star Castaways Resort?
Staying within 10 minutes' drive of the 4-star Castaways Resort, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, Lake Otamatearoa, whereas Parkinsons Lake is 4.2 km away.
Is there free parking in the Castaways Resort?
Yes, at the Castaways Resort complimentary private parking is provided on site for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at Castaways Resort hotel?
Unfortunately, Castaways Resort hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated restaurant Castaways Restaurant & Bar, offering moderately placed prices.
Can I eat breakfast at the 4-star Castaways Resort hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 4-star Castaways Resort hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the resort?
Guests of the resort can check in from 14:00 to 18:00 and check out from 08:00.
What are the booking prices at the hotel?
The prices at the hotel start from $177.
What payment methods are accepted in the Castaways Resort hotel?
At the Castaways Resort hotel, guests can pay using American Express, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What room types does Castaways Resort comprise?
Castaways Resort offers such room types as Deluxe Two-Bedroom Chalet, One-Bedroom Villa, and Three-Bedroom Villa.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star Castaways Resort?
Most rooms of the 4-star Castaways Resort include a balcony and a dining area as well as wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
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