Castaways Resort Waiuku Beach photo The photo captures a stunning coastal scene on a bright, sunny day. A vast expanse of turquoise ocean stretches out towards the horizon, meeting a clear, pale blue sky. Gentle waves roll towards a wide, sandy beach that curves along the coastline. 

Castaways Resort Waiuku Exterior photo The photo shows a row of small, modern beach huts lined up along a paved area. The huts are made of a light gray material, possibly wood or a composite, and have dark gray pitched roofs. Each hut has a wooden door and a small, rectangular window. 

TCastaways Resort Waiuku Exterior photo The photo shows a modern, long, rectangular building, likely a house or a pavilion, situated on a grassy slope with a view of a hilly landscape under a twilight sky. 

The building has a flat roof with a prominent wooden pergola structure extending a
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About the Hotel

685 Karioitahi Road, Waiuku, New Zealand
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Close to Karioitahi Beach
Great
8.3
9.0
/10
5.0
3.9
/5

The 5-star Castaways Resort Waiuku is merely 1.3 km from the Lake Whatihua and features a sun deck and a picnic area. This Waiuku hotel is perfectly situated just moments from the black-sand Karioitahi Beach, offering 36 rooms along with an à la carte restaurant.

Location

At the resort you'll be around 5 minutes by car from Karioitahi Beach.

Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the Parkinsons Lake, within a 4-km distance of the Castaways Resort Waiuku.

The property is also 65 km from Auckland airport.

Rooms

The rooms overlook the ocean and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea making facilities. Air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Bathroom facilities include a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as a hair dryer and towels.

Eat & Drink

Lunch is served in the onsite restaurant Castaways Restaurant & Bar.

Leisure & Business

Castaways Resort offers archery and hiking. The hotel entices guests with a spa salon featuring body scrub, pedicure, and manicure.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the stunning Kariotahi Beach for breathtaking sunsets.
  • Try the famous Waiuku Butchery pies; they're a local favorite.
  • Explore the serene domain of the historic Waiuku Forest.
  • Stop by the Waiuku Vintage Railway for a unique ride back in time.
  • Experience local art at the Art on the Te Kawerau gallery.
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Castaways Resort offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Studio
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
King Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Two Bedroom Chalet
2 persons
970 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
One Bedroom Villa
2 persons
970 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Castaways Resort offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Hairdresser
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Archery

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

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 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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Castaways Resort Location

685 Karioitahi Road, Waiuku, New Zealand
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685 Karioitahi Road, Waiuku, New Zealand
Nearby
Beach
Karioitahi Beach
1600 ft
Restaurants
Castaways Restaurant & Bar
200 ft
685 Karioitahi Road Castaways Resort
Getting around
City Centre
Waiuku12 min  ·  4.9 mi
Airports
Auckland (AKL)91 min  ·  37.4 mi
John C. Munro Hamilton International (HLZ)193 min  ·  79.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-18:00
Check-out
from 08:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
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.
Number of rooms:
36
Former name
Castaways

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Castaways Resort from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 465 verified reviews
8.2/10
Great
82%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.7/10
Comfort
8.8/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.3/10
Location
9.3/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.4/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 1041 reviews
8.3/10
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