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The Edgewater Resort and Spa

3.5 star property
Beachfront resort with relaxing spa services

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On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Garden Superior Room
Sundeck
Lobby

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Bar
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Avarua, Rarotonga
  • Popular LocationBlack Rock15 min walk
  • Popular LocationRarotonga Golf Club3 min drive
  • AirportRarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationAroa Beach7 min drive

Room options

3 Bedroom Garden Villa

Highlights

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

Room, Beachfront

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Garden Superior Room

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 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa

Highlights

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

Standard Room, Garden View

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 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Lagoon View Room

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 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Rarotonga

At The Edgewater Resort and 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 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. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Arorangi resort, you'll be 14.7 km (9.1 mi) from Muri Beach.

What's nearby

  • Black Rock - 15 min walk
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Aroa Beach - 7 min drive
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 9 min drive
  • Muri Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kai & Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Salsa - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Edgewater Resort and Spa

Beachfront resort with relaxing spa services
The Edgewater Resort and 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. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee.

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 and 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 and 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. This Rarotonga resort provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. 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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 45 for 23 hours)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • In-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 45 for 23 hours)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 4-device limit

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 washroom
  • 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

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

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

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 45 (for 23 hours, 4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 45 (for 23 hours, 4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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.

Property is also known as

Edgewater Rarotonga
Edgewater Resort Rarotonga
The Edgewater Resort Spa
The Edgewater Spa Rarotonga
The Edgewater Resort and Spa Resort
The Edgewater Resort and Spa Rarotonga
The Edgewater Resort and Spa Resort Rarotonga

Frequently asked questions

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

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

Is parking available at The Edgewater Resort and Spa?

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

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

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

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

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

Is The Edgewater Resort and 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 and Spa is a hit with families.

Does The Edgewater Resort and 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 and 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 and 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 and Spa?

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

Are pets allowed at The Edgewater Resort and Spa?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Edgewater Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 392 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1005 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay. Staff were excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and accommodating. The Lagoon room was so scenic and relaxing. Sleeping with the sound of the ocean is so soothing and the view like no other. It is close to all amenities. Loved the whole complex! Enjoyed the relaxing spaces, places, views, kai and facilities. Will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and staff were friendly but the accomodation is tired and some areas need an update. Simple things like the hairdryer holder coming off the wall and the vanity looked like it was going to come off the wall at anytime. I did like the fact they had activities in the resort but there was no advertisement for anything outside the resort. No pamphlets or information in rooms about boat tours or other island activities, it felt like you just had to know what was avaliable to book. Reception staff were great when my shuttle to the airport was late and they contacted the company, who realised they had forgotten to pick me up so sent another shuttle. Edgewater not responsible for shuttle but helped when it didn't turn up.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and the staff were fantastic.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Cherie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the old blocks ,810, and 1007 , very very tired, heat pump filters - 810 was clean, 1007 was disgusting , , 1007 wasn’t as tired as 810, if you can afford pay for the superior garden room , I would if we went again, apart from that food was pretty good , drinks coke, water etc were expensive, However they were 600ml bottles, cocktails were great at happy hour , pay with cash as there is a surcharge for credit cards, , Snorkelling out the front was pretty good , we walked up a bit and then floated back down towards the resort, our child is 8 and very confident in the water , there are other resorts with less coal to navigate around for younger kids, however due to this there were heaps more fish at the Edgewater , our child liked the kids club and we found this great to get a few hours of parent time, It is very busy at breakfast, we were there at the NZ school holidays We didn’t have a dinner there. Others that we were with did and they said it was good , and they also went to the “show” and said it was good value for money We would stay again 😊 in a better room 👍
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Monique

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Edgewater entertainment is excellent. Great position by the sea. Great for families. The room was a bit tired. Cleaning was good. An honest place. Great people
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely island and water was amazing but maybe just too many chickens and roasters around resort. But would go back
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

annmarie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We booked a room last minute before we flew out. A little taken back at how dated they were. The grounds were fantastic and as you walked round there was a real sense of belonging. I can see ehy people come back here. Beach was great too. We found the food reasonably priced and it tasted great. The staff i couldnt fault.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loud, very family friendly. Loud pool and facilities. Nice location. Parking not convenient. Most rooms upstairs…lots of stairs. Great dining options and shows. Friendly staff and nice spa on grounds. Next time I will stay at an adults only for a quieter stay
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Allyson

8/10 Good

Melanie Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I have been to the edgewater 8 years ago and the rooms were looking very tired now. We requested for a group of 10 to be together on the ground floor and to have three beds in my room as we were 3 ladies together. So what we got was 3 beds in an upstairs room and not all together. This was put right after night 2 of our 5 night trip. The furst mornjng we were woken from 2am 3am 4.30 by the rooster crowing outside our block and this continued most of the nights. After saying all this the food was excellant and the cocktails were great remember happy hour 5-6pm and their activities programme is varied

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Edgewater is a lovely family resort with great staff and facilities, and cycle scooter and car hire nearby. The bus stops at the resort and it's an easy bus trip to anywhere. We just had our third holiday here and had a great time. The room was clean and well maintained, with great views out across the lagoon.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Cleanliness
We stayed in what was obviously the old part of the resort. The rooms were very tired. No shower door or curtain, every thing was well worn. Would be a great place for a kid friendly holiday, a bit noisy for me.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Misun

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Origin Energy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Philippa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We like that we could just hop on s bus that came right up to the reception. We asked for a ground floor room with 3 beds we got a second floor room with 2 beds but by night 3 they had that sorted. The staff did a lovely display for my friend's birthday and the activities staff are great
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane Lindsay

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome resort to stay at. Had everything you needed. Really good location
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisa, Redmond

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and accommodating. The room we stayed in was outdated and had obviously not been thoroughly cleaned in a very long time. The very small pool was overtaken every day by numerous unsupervised children.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, all so friendly and helpful. Our room was in a perfect spot. Cant wait to go back there again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ross

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property good for families
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very clean and the staff is exceptional. The hotel is bigger than I thought which is fine but I wanted a little more quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, friendly staff, great menu selection, lovely tasting food,
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024