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Castaways Resort

★★★★ 685 Karioitahi Rd, Waiuku, NZ

8.6 guest rating· 1457 reviews

About this hotel

Breathtaking Ocean Views

Perched on a cliff above Kariotahi Beach, Castaways Resort offers stunning vistas of the Tasman Sea. Each studio and chalet is thoughtfully designed with fully equipped kitchenettes and private decks overlooking the ocean.

Gourmet Dining with a View

Indulge in exquisite dining at the onsite restaurant, where fine wines and gourmet meals are served against the backdrop of panoramic sea views.

Convenient Amenities

Located just 70km from Auckland International Airport, Castaways Resort offers free onsite parking for guests, ensuring a hassle-free stay from arrival to departure.

Experience luxury and tranquility at Castaways Resort - book your stay now for an unforgettable coastal retreat.

Rooms & rates

One Bedroom Villa

Sleeps 2 · 90 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom

Three Bedroom Villa

Sleeps 6 · 150 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom

Two Bedroom Villa

Sleeps 4 · 125 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom

Standard Room

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

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

Sleeps 4 · 90 m² · 4× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

Studio

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Two Bedroom Chalet

Sleeps 4 · 90 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom

Two Bedroom Deluxe Chalet

Sleeps 4 · 90 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

King Room

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Free Parking
  • Private parking
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Mobile app for room service
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  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Archery
  • Babysitting/child services
  • BBQ facilities
  • Beauty Services
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hair Salon Services
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Kid meals
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Manicure
  • Massage services
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Open-air bath
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Pedicure
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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685 Karioitahi Rd, Waiuku, NZ

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.61457 reviews

+ Stunning views+ Friendly staff+ Comfortable accommodationsDirty kitchenwareFood quality not matching costChallenging access to some facilities
Cleanliness7.8
Service9.8
Location9.3
Room Quality8.3
Amenities8.3
Value for Money8.8

Guest review

9.0

Amazing views! Soooo beautiful! Well set up space with an awesome restaurant on site. Super impressed with the meal. Excellent water pressure, comfy beds, and couch, full kitchen in our 2 bedroom chalet, and a washer and dryer. Staff were lovely and friendly, wish we could have stayed a week,

Laundry needs a door, felt sorry for the cleaners as the drier dust was blowing everywhere even though I cleaned out the lint etc. The bedroom could do with a heater panel, in case you like to sleep with the door shut. Neither of these things made a difference to the amazingness that was our stay, just suggestions.

Leisha · NZ · 2026-07-25

Lovely location but elements were disappointing.

6.0

Great location, full ocean view. Lovely restaurant and food.

The when checking in we were not told the the aircon/ heat didn’t work. Had 2 tiny portable heaters. Than no coffee sachets. Felt old and rundown.

Robert · AU · 2026-07-20

A gem of a place, close to the city but miles away in ambience

9.0

Superb location and chalets well located for views and privacy

The chalet was a little tired in places. Could do with a repaint especially in the bathroom

Philip · NZ · 2026-07-18

Good to know

Please note we charge a 2.8% credit card surcharge on payments made by credit card and 4% Amex.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per stay when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.