The Edgewater Resort & Spa is just 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, facials, or body scrubs, and The Brasserie, one of 2 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a free kid's club, a poolside bar, and an outdoor tennis court. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and family-friendly amenities.
The Edgewater Resort & Spa is just 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, facials, or body scrubs, and The Brasserie, one of 2 restaurants, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a free kid's club, a poolside bar, and an outdoor tennis court. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and family-friendly amenities.
At a glance
Hotel size
280 units
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
Free children's club
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps; 10-device limit)
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Free children's club
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
On the beach
Tennis
Scooter/moped rentals
Snorkeling
Pool table
Table tennis
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Laundry facilities
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
28 buildings/towers
Built in 1974
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Outdoor tennis court
Massage/treatment rooms
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Accessible airport shuttle
Wheelchairs available on site
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps and 10-device limit)
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Spa
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.
Dining
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. Open daily.
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.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: NZD 500 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 55 per person (roundtrip)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from November 16 2026 to April 30 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 2 and 11 costs NZD 30 (roundtrip)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
Does The Edgewater Resort & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Edgewater Resort & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Edgewater Resort & Spa?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 55 per person roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Edgewater Resort & Spa?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Edgewater Resort & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities such as snorkeling, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as an arcade and a picnic area. The Edgewater Resort & Spa also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Edgewater Resort & Spa?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, local and international cuisine, and garden views.
What's the area around The Edgewater Resort & Spa like?
The Edgewater Resort & Spa is in Arorangi, a short 10-minute drive from Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) and 15 minutes' walk from Black Rock.
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Reviews
The Edgewater Resort & Spa Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The restaurant offered delicious food, good value, and excellent service with a variety of options. (77 reviews)
The beach was a highlight with great views, swimming, and snorkeling opportunities, and was readily accessible from the property. (49 reviews)
The spa at this property offers excellent treatments, including massages, and is a highlight of the stay for many guests. (13 reviews)
Our room was always cleaned and very good, if we ever needed anything they were quick to get to us. Breakfast was good.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2026
Clean rooms helpful staff and great massage
Good selection of food at restaurant
Trips and activities around the island were informative and great fun
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2026
Staff were so friendly and helpful made the stay enjoyable
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2026
Lovely stay at the Edgewater. Food was delicious and my primary school aged son loved the kids club. Very helpful and friendly staff and had a lot of laughs watching the crab races on a Thursday at 5pm. Only down side was the walls were quite thin and could hear the guests in the next room talking at normal voices but otherwise fantastic stay
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2026
Stayed for 7 nights, couldn’t fault anything at the resort, friendly happy staff, clean rooms, and everyone so helpful, we had the best time, would recommend to anyone
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10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2026
Loved the friendly staff, and the variety they had on offer from the food to the entertainment
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8/10 Very good
Apr 18, 2026
Awesome pool area, such lovely staff and such a wonderful part of the island to snorkel off
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10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2026
We really enjoyed our stay. Located right by beach with a great pool. Our room was well maintained and all the staff we met were very friendly, they made us feel very welcome.
There was plenty to occupy children
I reccomend the Edgewater as a great place to have a holiday
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8/10 Very good
Jun 8, 2026
Lovely clean room and really helpful staff. Buffet breakfast was a bit of a let down with just cereal, toast and fruit but everything else was great
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2026
This was our second trip to Edgewater, this time staying in a beachfront room with our 2 kids, 6 and 10. We loved the views from our balcony, the facilities, the well maintained gardens and the helpful staff especially our lovely Cleaner. We are already wanting to plan our 3rd stay.
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8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2026
We enjoyed our stay here as it was within our price range. The free buffet breakfast consists of fruit, cereal, cakes & muffins, yoghurts and bread for toasting along with tea, coffee and juice. It was fine for us but other people were complaining about having to pay for a cooked breakfast. Its a real family friendly resort with lots of children, so we would get the free shuttle bus to Club Raro , no kids and a pool bar.
There is a smell of sewerage at the back of the property but it wasn't in the rooms so didn't bother us. Free beach towels to use daily was a bonus
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8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2026
The public bus stopped right at the property, which was very convenient. Good location, not too far from the airport. Packaged our breakfast to go, since we had a very early flight. Lots of activities for families with kids.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2026
Lovely stay at The Edgewater. Fantastic property near town and many cafes and restaurants.
Great spot for a sunset happy hour at Mal’s bar. Good value for Raro.
We also enjoyed a great afternoon cocktail at their sister property Club Raro which was also a great place.
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2026
It's a family resort, great for beach and sun. Staff are really friendly and helpful. We met with 18 family members and we really enjoyed our time here..
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2026
Great for kids
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8/10 Very good
May 27, 2026
This was the third time I have stayed at The Edgewater. It is convenient to both the town and the airport while also being right on the beach. Food was delicious and, for the most of the time, very fast. I would go back again tomorrow with no hesitations.
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8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2026
Enjoyed the view, loved the
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8/10 Very good
May 31, 2026
We've stayed here before which is why we came back. Rooms are immaculate, we had a great view of the ocean and it was lovely and spacious.
Breakfast is basic but enough and you can order a cooked add on if you want to for a reasonable price.
Cons - parking is sometimes a mission.
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2026
Staff very helpful and friendly
Room clean and roomy
Food was always tasty
Loved the relaxing atmosphere
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2026
We have stayed here 3 times and have never been disappointed. Breakfast was fresh and varied to accommodate everyone. Staff are super friendly and welcoming, we had outstanding service the entire time.
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8/10 Very good
Jun 12, 2026
Rooms were clean and staff very friendly. My room was located close to beach and main facilities and could be very noisy, early morning and afternoons. Security were available if it was noisy after 10pm. I did call them one night. Beautiful beach, lagoon and sunsets.
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6/10 Good
Aug 16, 2026
The GOOD: The location was great, having our own carpark was also good. The water good for snorkeling and the room had everything we generally need and was clean and comfortable.
We paid the extra for a Three bedroom beachfront Villa. We were put in Villa 31. It is the WORST one we could have been put in. There is no direct access to the beach, the outdoor balcony is so small you can barely see the water and it was at the very end of the resort.
Breakfast was average. As we had a a toaster we ended up buying our own.
The resort could have communicated more, there was no daily activities sent to our room, no room compendium letting us know general things about the resort.
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8/10 Very good
Jun 1, 2026
We enjoyed our stay at the Edgewater. We loved the pool and dining area layout and having ocean views and a beautiful sunset each day. The only thing that let our whole experience down was the food. We were very disappointed with the food every time we ordered and the drinks were expensive too. The rooms were nice for the price we paid so overall we were happy.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2026
Convenient for the frequent traveller as close to the airport and town, good facilities, always great staff
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2026
Stayed here for 5 nights! The rooms were nice, the staff were friendly, the location was great and the drinks and food were fantastic. Would definitely recommend staying here. Has a beautiful pool, kid friendly, can swim from the hotel, the bus stop is at the reception, have towels, snorkels etc. Also has air conditioning in the room.