The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 star property

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On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels
Garden Superior Room | Garden view
Garden Superior Room | Garden view
Outdoor pool
Standard Room, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 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
  • Black Rock
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Rarotonga Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Aroa Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

3 Bedroom Garden Villa

  • 85 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Room, Beachfront

  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Garden Superior Room

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa

  • 85 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Garden View

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Lagoon View Room

  • 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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About this property

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

Beachfront resort with full-service spa
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at The Edgewater Resort & Spa's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 2 restaurants.
The Edgewater Resort & Spa offers 280 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Rarotonga resort provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans.

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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Edgewater Resort & Spa. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Black Rock. Free breakfast, free self parking, and 2 restaurants are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine with ocean views at The Brasserie, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Indulge with deep-tissue massages, manicures and pedicures, or body scrubs at the spa
  • Services include babysitting, a free kid's club, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, scooter/moped rentals, and a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • 15 minutes by foot from Black Rock and a 3-minute drive from Rarotonga Golf Club
  • Airport and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
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 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 center 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.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
The Brasserie - This poolside restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
The Spaghetti House - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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 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 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

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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.

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
The Edgewater Resort & Spa offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

The Edgewater Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1011 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Pearl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall, our stay was nice. The resort had a fan and air conditioning in the rooms, which were tidied up daily. It was pretty easy to navigate. They also had towels and aqua shoes available to borrow. The seating was good, with plenty of spaces to choose from. A few things we didn’t like were the buffet breakfast (off brand-cereals, fruit and toast) I feel like we paid enough to have hot foods or at least a variety rotated (not the same everyday) and most days we bought breakfast elsewhere because of this. There was a lack of feminine hygiene disposal options. The pool closed at 9, which was pretty early in comparison to the bars and restaurants and also didn’t have any time after sunset for adults only. The staff seemed to lose their friendliness if you didn’t have a suitcase alongside you and were either checking in or checking out. The parking was also poor, and wasn’t labeled properly to encourage cars not to overfill the spaces. The driveway in has a drop we’re you’ll scrape your bumper - especially annoying if you’re hiring/renting a car. The resort does not provide wifi, which even when paid for does not have good coverage. The menu they provide was also quite minimal. The shower flooded the bathroom after every use, even if it was only brief. This was one of the nicer resorts to go to, but with the price considered, it could do with some improvements.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaQuisha

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We expected more

This will have to be point form as i ran out of room in original write up. Redicilously expensive transport to/from airport. Over $100 NZ for wife and I for a 8 minute ride. Same cost to go anywhere on island. Water in taps not safe to drink. No one told us until we asked and then were initially told yes. They are not. There is a filtered water tap in laundry room. We had to ask about.No bottle of filtered water in room. No free wifi. No netflix on tv. We previously stayed at more budget place in Muri Moto that had free wifi, a bottle of filtered water in fridge, and easy access to the filtered tap. Oh, and Edgewater didnt inform transport company about our pick up. Food mediocre. No shade in pool. Lots of little kids so better for families.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy Jayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location of this property, staff always helpful and friendly. We did have some challenges parking at times.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Zarita

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beauty of the area was amazing. I could not fault the place. Was love at first sight

10/10 Excellent

Pamela Louise Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a perfect location plenty to do if you didn’t want to leave the resort. Always do accomodating when needing a taxi.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thought the prices for food and drinks was a little more expensive than other Resorts, however overall it was a pleasant stay,
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed here 10 years ago. Has a very different feel about it now. Either that or our needs have changed. Felt too busy and service was not as good. Wasn’t bad but would chose to stay elsewhere next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
500 plus rooms make it easier to communicate with outside world free wifi or something from A business perspective make sense cost of accommodation and flights should easy cover the cost of wifi. Does not help having to purchase package to check in for your flight and lost luggage and no other way to communicate with the outside world.aprt from that resort good clean workers are grafters. Let me ask do they need to turn the rooms around every day not really every 2 is good
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, very nice service staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly was an incredible week. First trip to Rarotonga and incredible resort. Perfect for families
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris-Frankie Ihaka

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Edgewater Resort was a fantastic place to stay with the family. Daily breakfasts were excellent and the service was even better. Recommend using their booking service with Tamatoa as he was very helpful. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher David, Bournemouth

Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time ever in raro, enjoyed our stay
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant customer service was A ,
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Sonia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff around of resort where friendly and helpful, not so good was the explanation on the need to provide 500 dollars on top of room payment and then the waiting of 5 days for it to be refunded, the other was the 3.5 surge charge every time you pay for something on card . Beach swimming for young’s kids 2/ 4 years old not suitable to steep and rough. Beatiful views . I was in lagoon rooms much nicer then beach access rooms .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay!

We stayed at the Edgewater for 8 nights. We were incredibly happy with the resort. The staff was amazing. It was very clean. Conveniently located and right on the beach. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

RANDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful resort..Fun and helpful staff.Great prices on food.At "times" amazing sunsets.Be prepared for the occasional stray dog (very friendly) at dinner.Free range chickens can be a nuisance..though, LOL
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

guangri

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott John

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa terese

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Edgewater resort was a great location , nice and quiet, but also easily accessible for a walk on the beach, or food options. Rooms are large (beachfront) and clean, bed was comfortable and the housekeeping staff are fantastic, soo much sand. We hate at both the main restaurant and spaghetti house, both places are great, the main restaurant had amazing lamb shanks. The guest relations team ( Trina especially) went above and beyond for us , I was travelling with my 13yo, she gave us so many great options plus even the odd request was never a problem. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again, or recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025