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The Edgewater Resort & Spa

3.5 star property

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

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, Muri Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Garden View | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

Garden Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

Lagoon View Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 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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Room, Beachfront | In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Beachfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa

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

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

3 Bedroom Garden Villa

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

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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 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.

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 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.

Our customers tell us that 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. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine with ocean views at The Brasserie, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Indulge with facials, aromatherapy or deep-tissue massages at the spa
  • Services include babysitting, a free children's club and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, a playground and bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the family-friendly amenities
  • 15 minutes on 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 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.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
The Brasserie – This poolside restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
The Spaghetti House – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. 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.

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 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.

  • 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

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-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
The Edgewater Resort & Spa offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

The Edgewater Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1006 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

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalani Mikaere Burns, Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
meke
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not recommend the edge water resort enough , it is by far the best resort iv ever stayed in aswell the most convenient, not far from anything at all and the staff make it 100x better , would stay here 10x over
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Villa was perfect for a family vacation. Clean, safe & air conditioned.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good food, reasonably priced. Bar staff could be a bit more friendlier..... very clean resort beautiful views over the reef
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela Raewyn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great for families with plenty of options for children to keep them entertained
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best and highly recommended resort , the people are the nicest people you will ever cross paths with , they have a kids club for parents who need a quick breath , location couldn’t be in a better and more convenient spot
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a little disappointed to get an upstairs room after requesting a ground floor room. This appears to be a communication error between expedia and the resort. Really enjoyed our stay. This was our second visit and is the place to stay if you just want to relax. Staff are great, friendly and always smiling. Betty was just the best. Her service was outstanding. Betty always had a genuine smile and always made time for a bit of a chat. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
OK and confidently located close to the airport which was good for a late night arrival. Breakfast the next morning was a fiasco with queues lined up for the high sugar content “free” breakfast. While a la carte was available, which we used, it would be good to see some slow carbs and/or protien foods available as well. 3.5% card transaction fee needs to disappear. It is not charged at many other establishments and will shortly be illegal in NZ as it is in Australia today.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Douglas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Like staying in a nightclub the music was so loud some nights
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

By no means luxury

Curtains are so light they let in all the light. Paired with screaming chickens doesn’t make for a great nights sleep. A lot of the staff seemed miserable as well which showed. At the end of the day it does the job but wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very well run resort indeed so well done,, I will be back 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 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

Kim

Good accommodation, however for $500 a night we were disappointed with
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Vaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
I was expecting a lot as first time to Edgewater but was disappointed. We arrived on a very late flight pleasant check in but had to lug our luggage and carry them 3 floors up with a female staff assistance to show us where to go to add to that ....hope you like stairs. Housekeeping staff was Excellent and friendly. Room was ok, Bed was uncomfortable, spacious but not comfortable, hooks required in bathroom. Fòod was ok, service staff was good some pleasant some not, too much NZ influence with food instead of local food. Entertainment was excellent especially the 3 man band (*****) for this!! Property was immaculately clean and very tropical.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved what the resort had to offer - great for big groups too
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynda

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in both a 3 bedroom villa as well as a standard garden room. The resort is 51 years old and looks and feels very old and tired. It is in desperate need of an upgrade. It has high occupancy due to package deals and family friendly accommodation, yet it doesn’t appear to have had any money spent on it. This became even more apparent when visiting other resorts around the island. Not a resort we would return to.
Stayed 1 night 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