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
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine
Outdoor pool
Garden Superior Room | Garden view
Garden

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Bar

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

Standard Room, Garden View

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

Garden Superior Room

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

Lagoon View Room

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

Room, Beachfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 339 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa

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

3 Bedroom Garden Villa

  • 915 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • 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.

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
  • Cook Islands Library and Museum - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Muri Beach - 21 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tamarind House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬8 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 tours or tickets, securing valuables, 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 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 1 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 Rarotonga Golf Club 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 treatments, 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?

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

Does The Edgewater Resort & Spa have a hot tub?

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, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 (7 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.

Reviews

The Edgewater Resort & Spa Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable but not cheap and getting a wee bit dated
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ema

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Room comfort

A family resort.

The hotel hasn't changed much since I first stayed there in the 90s. The staff on the whole are helpful and friendly. There are some great shows to watch. Our favourite was the fire dance. It's definitely a great place to stay with kids, although this time they stayed at home. A few of the waitstaff are a little dishonest with their drinks charges as we caught them out twice, which spoiled part of our stay here, as did the housekeeping staff with their attention to detail. Overall though a relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Harriet

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa is amazing. The beach is amazing. The staff are so friendly. They were accommodating to specific requests for one of our party. Housekeeping every day with a smile. The cultural night was fab. We will be back!
Sunset
View from our room
Sunset
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia Cindy

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

stewart

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very comfortable property that met our needs. The staff are very friendly and attentive. The property is right on the beach with tropical fish swimming in water below your knees. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and would recommend for families. The resort does need to ensure that their website, tv menus and onsite menus are updated to align but this is a minor point.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rahel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Liked the location and how secure it is. Disliked the rooms, our room was outdated with some renovations to the bathroom, the cleanliness of the place was terrible, we had red ants appearing on the floors and on our bed upon entering the room, the bathroom also had red ants. Tiles look like they weren’t cleaned properly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Amelia

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a beachfront room that accommodated myself and two children comfortably. Spotted whales from the balcony. Enjoyed the atmosphere and staff were always smiling and welcoming, felt like part of the Edgewater family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Edgewater is suoer child friendly and thw staff go the extra mile to make kids feel welcome at the resort. Kids menu is welcoming for kids and they throughly enjoyed their options.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy to return. Edgewater suits us fine.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and children friendly
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly and helpful. Great location for sunset and beautiful location, gardens are so nicely kept. The room was adequate for our needs. Great day spa, thanks Rosa for the amazing deep tissue massage. Great Island night and breakfast was a hit with the kids. Able to see the humpback whales while eating breakfast in the morning, how amazing. Really efficient with meals at the restaurant with so many people ordering. Nice atmosphere and local bus pulls right into the resort making getting around the island easy. Also rented a car from rental car place onsite, really easy. Nice and close to airport for our early morning flight, cannot hear the planes from the resort. Excellent place, we would love go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There were three weddings during our stay with music late at night. The WiFi was very patchy but the staff are lovely and the facilities are clean. Snorkels were available but often missed out as not enough. If you got a snorkel there is lovely snorkelling at the resort- no need to travel elsewhere. Most suited to a family holiday with kids.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff at the resort are excellent, facilities need a refresh. Pretty seedy in places, breakfast awful, not enough loungers. All in all OK value for money but could only get basic room and have been more disappointed if we had paid more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff good amenities
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Traveled with family
The service at the bar and outdoor dining was rubbish you couldn’t charge your drinks to your room at the bar. You’ll get your drink and you then have to walk around the corner to another till , stand in a queue holding your drinks to get the docket to sign🙁
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Liz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Reasonably priced accomodation for families. Great base to snorkell and see the lagoon life Clean and rooms made up daily. Cleaning staff were super friendly, the rest not so much. Sure they said hello buy weren't watm and friendly.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ripeka Leana

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

lewis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. View from our balcony was spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

BEV

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025