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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 star property
Beach resort with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
Garden Superior Room | Garden view
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine
Outdoor pool
Garden

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
The current price is AU$226
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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Avarua, Rarotonga
  • Place, Black Rock
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Rarotonga Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Aroa Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Garden View

Standard Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Superior Room

Garden Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Lagoon View Room

Lagoon View Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Room, Beachfront

Room, Beachfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Detached private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa

3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 85 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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3 Bedroom Garden Villa

3 Bedroom Garden Villa

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 85 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Rarotonga

At The Edgewater Resort & Spa you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Black Rock and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Rarotonga Golf Club. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and free continental breakfast. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The restaurant, The Brasserie, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the resort's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site free kids' club and outdoor tennis court. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Arorangi resort, attractions include Muri Beach and Aroa Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Black Rock - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Aroa Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Muri Beach - 21 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Beach resort with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
The Edgewater Resort & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor tennis court. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A library, a terrace, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at The Edgewater Resort & Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Rarotonga resort.

  • 280 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 28 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1974
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
The Edgewater Resort & Spa offers 280 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 10-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Brasserie
  • The Spaghetti House

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Snorkelling
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 28 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1974
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 1 November 2025 to 30 April 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 500 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 55 per person (return)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 30 (return), (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 10-device limit.

Property is also known as

Edgewater Rarotonga
Edgewater Resort Rarotonga
The Edgewater Resort Spa
The Edgewater Resort Spa
The Edgewater & Spa Rarotonga
The Edgewater Resort & Spa Resort
The Edgewater Resort & Spa Rarotonga
The Edgewater Resort & Spa Resort Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

The Edgewater Resort & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Edgewater Resort & Spa on 11 Nov 2025 start from AU$225.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

Yep, The Edgewater Resort & Spa has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

The closest beach to The Edgewater Resort & Spa is Muri Beach (11.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Edgewater Resort & Spa. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Is The Edgewater Resort & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and children's meals, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Edgewater Resort & Spa is a hit with families.

Does The Edgewater Resort & Spa serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day at scheduled times for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Edgewater Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 436 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and spotless. The house staff were friendly and welcoming and drinks by the pool and beach were amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the entire resort is aged and needs a preventative maintence schedule in place, we had water leaking in the bathroom roof , we then had to move rooms after the issue couldnt be resolved .. in the next room tv didnt work and the door handle fell off the balcony door which then left our room unlockable for a 12 hour period .. until i complained again . I felt that we were reporting issues twice daily throughout our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil Alexander

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was OK but needs an overhaul as everything just felt a bit dated and tired. There are around 300 rooms but only one small pool. There weren't too many places to just sit and relax. There is only a handful of restaurants within walking distance and they were just OK. Staff were friendly but our traveling companions had issues either their room and it took a while to have it sorted. The worst thing though was the f***ing roosters at all hours. Earplugs or nose cancelling headphones are a must. Unlikely to travel to Cook Islands again but if I did, I wouldn't stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time in Rarotonga for a friend's wedding and the stay at Edgewater was absolutely amazing. All the staff super friendly and helpful, fantastic drinks and food, wonderful snorkelling and weather. I will 100% be back :) Debbie M
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

bastien, Redlynch

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place for our first visit to Rarotonga. Kids loved sarong making in the kids club!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Louise Forsyth

Food was good Felt hurried with meals ie. plates removed before we had finished eating Not good when you are on holiday! Rooms clean and well serviced Friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Overall great room - the staff rectified tell the bed issue quickly and was pleased with result. Plenty of towels & soaps, fantastic water pressure in shower!! Disappointed with continental breakfast option. Felt more basic that what continental should be! Food & Beverages quite pricey.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing we didn’t like was the rooster noice at 6.30am every morning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing we didn’t like about the hotel, was the rooster noise at 6.30am every morning
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Angie

Travelled with partner
The property is very tired. Rooms are ok, VERY clean. The 3.5% charge for paying with my card was ahocking, if I’d known this I would have paid before I got there . Good was not so good- the inclusive breakfast was terrible- we paid for cooked breakfast every day. Most of the staff were lovely- the ladies in the restaurant were beautiful. Unfortunately don’t think I’d stay here again, as the room felt like a cell.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great Staff
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen, Torbay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was great. Staff mostly friendly. Takes ages to order anything. They prefer waiters to take your order but they don’t keep an eye on customers arriving, even when quiet, so you end up waiting longer than you’d expect - but it’s island time. Overall though, the accommodation was good. Continental breakfast was basic. Highlight was the delicious pawpaw fruit! Cooked breakfast (additional) was good. Lunch and dinner options mostly deep fried / burgers. Limited healthy options. Beds comfortable. Room clean. Pool mainly for kids. Some fun free entertainment. Snorkeling gear free to use.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alister

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff in a wonderful part of the world.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme, Lilyfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our son was celebrating his 17th birthday during our short stay and just by letting the staff know this and asking what they may be able to do to help make it special we were very surprised and very pleased to find our villa decorated with a happy birthday message on the bed and a beautifully presented little birthday cake and celebration drinks in the fridge. If this wasn't enough, when we approached a staff member at breakfast to ask for some small token of the day they quickly decorated and presented a breakfast muffin with a birthday message to surprise our son. The staff always seemed busy, with many guests to attend to, but we found that as long as we were polite and reasonable with our requests then they were very responsive and provided very good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay and will come again Thank you-meitaki
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
"Bang for your buck" was awesome.. We had an upstairs suite, looking straight out through the palms, the beach and the sea..And of course those magic sunset's, the food was nice, the staff were friendly and kind.. We enjoyed our stay..
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Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Staff is amazing. Beach is great and they provided all the equipment you needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JOHN

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025