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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 star property
Beachfront resort with full-service spa

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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 | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Garden Superior Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Garden Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Lagoon View Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Lagoon View Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 341 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Room, Beachfront | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Beachfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 339 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lagoon view
  • 915 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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3 Bedroom Garden Villa | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3 Bedroom Garden Villa

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 915 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Rarotonga

Located in Arorangi within a short walk of Black Rock, The Edgewater Resort & Spa is within a mile (2 km) of Rarotonga Golf Club. This 280-room, 3.5-star resort has 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Black Rock - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rarotonga Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Aroa Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Muri Lagoon - 19 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Muri Beach - 21 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Superbrown Take Away - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Beachfront resort with full-service spa
A full-service spa, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court are featured at The Edgewater Resort & Spa. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for NZD 55 per person roundtrip. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach resort include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a business center.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are also available.
Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite 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 transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self 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
  • Snorkeling
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • 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 center
  • Conference center
  • 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 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from December 8 2025 to April 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 500 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 55 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 30 (roundtrip), (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 percent

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

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-authorize 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Are free cancellation options available at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

The Edgewater Resort & Spa provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

This resort is situated in Arorangi within a short 15-minute walk of Black Rock. You'll also find Aroa Beach and Cook Islands Library and Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort.

Is there a spa at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, body scrubs, and mani/pedis.

Does The Edgewater Resort & Spa feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Edgewater Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this resort.

Is The Edgewater Resort & Spa good for couples?

This beachfront resort offers plenty of amenities for couples including a poolside bar, an ocean-view restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

Yes, some guestrooms at this resort feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does The Edgewater Resort & Spa feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Edgewater Resort & Spa has 2 restaurants, and serves free continental breakfast each morning.

Will The Edgewater Resort & Spa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Edgewater Resort & Spa though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this resort.

What is the closest airport to The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

The closest major airport to The Edgewater Resort & Spa is Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.), which is 2.9 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

Yes, some guestrooms at this resort offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy ocean or garden views.

Does The Edgewater Resort & Spa have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Edgewater Resort & Spa if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Edgewater Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anna

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

clare

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony had a lovely view and the weather was great but we were terribly let down by staff being very unfriendly, ordered drinks at the start of happy hour only received it when happy hour was over, the worst was the head staff member greeting everyone at breakfast one morning was extremely rude and condescending to us …a far cry from our experiences in Fiji
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the view. Enjoyed watching the waves crash over the reef and snorkeling with all the fishes.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

J H

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Broken doors and sink, cleaners didn't clean i had to sweep the room myself daily.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanne

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very lovely!! Especially sala daveta and the cleaner who was cleaning room 615 from The 17th-29th oct 2025 Beautiful People!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Letisia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the free breakfast - porridge, pawpaw, bananas (everything) / The lady who serviced our room provided an excellent job. Having a room on the 3rd floor with a balcony was awesome where I can sit and do my writing. I will bring my whole family the next time I come to Rarotonga. Rarotonga is now my destination.
To be greeted on arrival with this beautiful lei and nice cold coconut. Amazing & very thankful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was perfect on the beachfront.most staff friendly .clean and serviced if required.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonique Elle

Great! Staff were very helpful and nice and the room was clean
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the best time at the Edgewater Resort, room was totally spotless, the staff were very friendly always welcoming and the food was delicious, were definitely will stay here again 10/10 cant fault anything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not enough parking. Not a good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for our family of 4, we stayed in a standard room with ocean views, what a treat waking up to that view. We were there in late Sept, and saw the whales cruising past often.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

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

6/10 Okay

Neil Alexander

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tuveina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went above and beyond and the food was amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Great service
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Micheal, Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Through Expedia I booked a Garden Superior Room and was offered a third-floor room that was not acceptable. Online, Expedia clearly shows pictured a Garden Superior Room ground floor. Secondly, no mention of surcharges. The main complaint was at the Edgewater Reception - talk about trying it on - not acceptable, considering I am paying over $NZ500/night for the room. Also, not taking into consideration my age of 77yrs - I do have some minor mobility issues and climbing flights of stairs with no lifts available is not acceptable. Noise was another factor, especially from disrespectful neighboring guests. Management did offer a NZ$100 credit and a 12.00 check-out. On a positive note, the room cleaner and general catering staff where A1 - they are the glue to the Edgewater Resort. Generally, I did enjoy my stay at Edgewater - the food was good and the sunny weather helped. Summarizing, both Expedia and Edgewater need to be totally upright with surcharges and room allocation.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hamish

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hardeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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