Danielle & Alex
02 Dec 2018

Our wedding experience at Castaways Resorts was outstanding! Everything from the planning the big day with Danielle and Marie to the day itself was made a breeze. Kyle was amazing! He ran the wedding day for us, it ran so smoothly I had no worry in the world, and even with little hiccups you did it with the biggest smile on your face made our day one to never forget. The venue was absolutely stunning, being able to stay on sight made it that more special and no worry in the world. Outstanding service! The food was delicious!! Had so many compliments especially about the lamb shanks!! For anyone wanting to have a wedding at Castaways Resort I cant recommend enough!

Craig and Linda Eagleton
19 Mar 2016

Castaways is a spectacular wedding venue with professional and attentive staff. We had an amazing day that went perfectly as planned with no hiccups at all. it was everything we dreamed it would be. The staff were attentive to ourselves and our guests throughout the weekend. All of our guests were blown away by the magical location and service and the amazing food that was provided on the day. We would recommend Castaways to anyone who is wanting a stress free Wedding at Auckland's most spectacular resort.

Nirene Joseph
28 Feb 2010

As we drove into Castaways, we knew it was the perfect wedding venue for us, with it’s breathtaking views and tranquil setting. Marie was an absolute delight to work with leading up to our special day. Steve’s ‘anything is possible at Castaways’ attitude was just what we were looking for and he along with his team did a fantastic job co-ordinating everything on the day. The service that we received was exceptional throughout the planning process as well as on the day. Our wedding was simply beautiful and our guests had lots of positive feedback on the whole experience, especially the food! We are soooo glad we chose Castaways, it exceeded all our expectations! Castaways, you definitely have our vote!

Luzanne Oosthuizen
14 May 2011

We experienced excellency from both the restaurant, the venue and the accommodation. Our guests were thrilled with the luxurious service provided and thanks to Castways we had a dream come true!

Jim & Margaret Jacob
18 Aug 2012

excellent, discrete service all the way through from the first inquiry through to the planning & delievering stage. The food was excellent & plenty of it. Nothing was too much trouble, for example, the ceremony was set up for inside as it was the winter season but on the day the weather was sunny so at the last minute they shifted the seats out on to the cliff top for the preferred option of the bridal party A thoroughly good venue with accommodation options suitable for all classes.

Sarah
11 Aug 2016

Oh my goodness Castaways was SO amazing! Lyka the wedding planner, and all other staff we dealt with, were nothing short of fantastic. I had given up on centrepieces etc and thought it would look average but when I walked into our Reception I was honestly stunned, ceiling draping, blue mood lighting (as per our theme colours) and the table settings had all been put together with sincere care and scrutiny so it all looked AMAZING... No one would have known I had given up in frustration! My new husband and I travel frequently for work and only stay in 3-4 star hotels, and we were extremely impressed by the standard of the accommodation and the customer service. We booked the Honeymoon package in a Studio room, and it was worth every penny, beautiful low-light decorations and complimentary bubbles really set the mood! The room was extremely clean, modern and spacious, had a great view to wake up to, and the bed was super comfy. It was the best we could have expected. In summary, our guests raved about the venue and the food and were on the dance floor until the venue closed, and Lyka bent over backwards to set up what turned out to be a PERFECT day. We could not recommend Castaways enough.

Paula Milne
15 Feb 2013

Castaways was an amazing wedding venue, the staff were extremely friendly and accomodating, and the venue itself is absolutely stunning. We would highly recommend Castaways to anyone.

Mairi
07 Feb 2013

Our very special thanks go to Claire, Roddy and the rest of the team at Castaways for our magical wedding day in February 2013. Everything was exactly as we requested, right down to the smallest detail. Many of our guests had traveled a long way to help us celebrate our marriage and we were determined to have the party last as long as possible! We all checked in and got ready in the superb accommodation, danced until 1am then brunched in the morning overlooking the stunning Karioitahi Beach. Everyone was blown away by the amazing vista’s and they all raved about the food! We’re also really pleased with our photos which we had taken in the on-site Spa’s ‘zen garden’, on the cliffs and down on the beach. We’ve ended up with a great variety of photos without having to travel away from our guests. Thanks again team, you gave us exactly the wedding we’d dreamed of!

D. Lawson
27 Feb 2012

Castaways was excellent. Our day and night were both entirely stress-free and even though the weather meant we had to hold the ceremony indoors, the view was still fantastic and all our guests loved it. Roddy was amazing - so calm and collected and just knew exactly what was going on. Thank you so much Castaways for the best day of my life!!!

Nicola Saseve
11 Nov 2011

Like all of the previous reviews on Castaways my husband and I cannot express how amazed we were with the level of service we have received from the whole Castaways staff. We had an outstanding day that we wouldn’t change a thing about, nothing was too much trouble and everything was dealt with, with a huge smile and the most wonderful attitude. Roddy was like an extra bridesmaid taking such good care of me and the entire wedding party. 6 Flowergirls is no small task but he made it look like a breeze. We have such wonderful memories of Castaways and our special day that will last a lifetime. Thank you very much from the bottom of our hearts for such a magical experience. You exceeded our expecations and we both highly recommend Castaways for any special occasion. Nicola & Mose Saseve

Luci Hendry
12 Aug 2011

Oh My Gosh. My husband and I had the most amazing wedding ever at Castaways. It was better than we could ever have imagined. From our very first meeting, I had the utmost confidence in their team. The venue itself is just mind-blowing, over looking Karaiotahi beach. It has clearly been finished to the highest standard, with the highest level of cleanliness which was just fantastic. The food was just magnificent, absolutely delicious. Finally, the incredible team at Castaways ensured our day ran so smoothly, they really were just the absolute best. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone who wants an amazing wedding!!

Suzi
16 Apr 2011

We had our wedding at Castaways on a blustery April day and I cannot say enough good things about this venue and the team. My parents live close to Castaways and I have always loved the beach so I was thrilled we got the venue at relatively short notice. Marie, the planner, has a fantastic attitude, nothing is too much effort or a problem, dealt with a demanding mother of the bride with great patience and tact and made me feel so confident that I had chosen the right place. On the day Roddy and Shannon took over and they were amazing. They were so calm, the room looked beautiful, they provided everything I needed, checked in just the right amount and made me feel like a total star. And the food was divine. Honestly - this is the perfect place for your special day.

Kim-Shiree Hawkins
15 Mar 2013

The service and venue where fabulous. WE cannot recommend it highly enough. Claire and the team at Castaways were just wonderful. The food was devine - well done!

Nicole Hunter
14 Apr 2012

This was the best day of our lives. Food Fabulous, Service fabulous And the venue location perfect. These guys at Castaways will bend over backwards for you and your bridal party. The whole team put in 120%. I was truly amazed. Thanks heaps to making our special day magical.

Sarah
09 Feb 2012

We just had our wedding at Castaways and it was the most amazing day. The views are breathtaking. The staff is fabulous, the setup staff very helpful and knowledgeable, the staff on the day was also great, special mention to Roddie who takes care of everything. Food was fantastic as well. And the photo booth is a must, makes for amazing memories to keep forever. All in all, exceeded our expectations.

Amy Grant
30 Dec 2012

A stunning venue, professional and helpful staff, excellent facilities… the list goes on!!! We had the most amazing wedding day and Castaways played a huge part of that. From our first contact, right through to the end they exceeded all expectations! Thank you for helping to make our dream wedding come true!!

Kylie McCallum
18 Feb 2012

Absolutey amazing location, the view is stunning. we had our wedding there and all the guests commented about it being the best venue they have been to for a wedding, definitely recommend it for weddings!! Staff are great to deal with too!!

Candi Kerswill
20 Oct 2012

A truly memorable day! The team at Castaways did an amazing job to ensure the day was absolutely perfect. Amazing views, superb service, awesome food. This was the most perfect venue and everything on the day was just 100% how we had imagined it to be. Our guests were in awe of everything on the day! Thank you Castaways for a fairytale wedding!

Luzette Singh
15 Nov 2012

It was an absolute pleasure dealing with all the staff at castaways. the venue was amazing!!! the day was fantastic and on the day the person allocated to us was so calm and it settled my nerves and the bridesmaids. I have recommended this venue to all my friends yet to be married. I cant express in words how awesome this place is especially if you are looking for an outdoor/beach wedding. The accomodation is outstanding.

Victoria Jesso
18 Mar 2012

We have received glowing feedback from all of our guests, who were very impressed with the service provided by Castaways. The food was amazing and the location is hard to beat.

Sophie Beets
08 Apr 2012

Thank you Castaways for a Wedding day that exceeded all of our expectations! Fabulous service, delicious food and staff that take care of all the fine details. Such an easy planning process allowed us to spend the day enjoying the breath taking view. A special thanks to Roddy for taking care of us all day. Even made the weather do a 180 smile He is truly incredible at his job & his impeccable timing means he has everything organised behind the scenes before you even think about it. Magical day, thank you Mr & Mrs Beets

Alexandra Jones
25 Jan 2013

Castaways was absolutely amazing for my wedding. They helped me plan my day, and had a big role in making sure everything went perfectly. From the venue, to the views, to the people, it was just awesome. Thank you Castaways!

Jess Thorburn
10 Oct 2011

If only we could rate ‘above excellent’. I would rate Castaways just that! My husband and I, along with our family members and friends, who joined us on our wedding day, all cannot speak highly enough of the professionalism of all the staff involved in the co-ordination and service provided on our wedding day. Without the help of all those involved we imagine the day would not have gone so smoothly and been such a success. We want to give thanks to one special person who played an important role, and he goes by the name of “Roddy Peat”. He co-ordinated the entire night and made sure the day made a smooth transition into the evening, and went that ‘extra mile’ for us, which we appreciate so very much. Roddy never failed to make an appearance when any of our guests (or us: the bride and groom) needed assistance and a smile never faded throughout the entire night, and this was carried out also in the team that backed him. Him and the team were just so incredible! From start to finish; organisation to preparation and execution of every detail… Simply put… Our wedding day was perfect! We can’t figure out how to express ourselves to say the thanks to Castaways that means enough. Thank you sooooooooooo much for your friendly and AMAZING services. Castaways definitely made our night the most special night to date. To say it was too much would be an understatement. We will always remember our wedding day fondly and won’t ever forget all that the Castaways staff had done. Thank you so, so much! We have said there was not one thing we would have changed about the whole day and the smiles on our faces in every photograph taken said it all. We had so many compliments about the venue and the accommodation and everyone agreed with us that we could not have chosen better. Once again, a big ‘thanks’ to everyone involved from Castaways for helping us make this day so memorable. Thank you especially to Marie McCoy, good luck in your future endeavours and it was the biggest pleasure in meeting you and having you as our wedding planner! Infinite thanks to you all at Castaways. Jess and Steven Thorburn.

Sandy & James Wilson
13 Apr 2013

Outstanding. Great staff. Great food. Excellent venue. We would definitely recommend Castaways.

Craig & Linda
23 Mar 2016

We both had an amazing day and were blown away by what you and your team did to make it so perfect. There is nothing we would change about the day, it was everything we hoped it to be. We would both love to recommend your team and venue as the most perfect place to tie the knot. All of our guests were very impressed with the spectacular venue, food and service which was very important to us also.