Arorangi, Arorangi, 121 Rarotonga, Cook Islands
#93 of 123 hotels in Rarotonga
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1393 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 25, 2024
Simon
New ZealandWe were in a room beside young children who were very loud and yelled and screamed a lot
Breakfast was excellent Room was excellent Staff were fantastic
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 24, 2024
Michelle
New ZealandThe facilities were dated with obvious wear and tear in some places. There was strong sewer smell and rhe entrance to our stairwell was beside the rubbish bins which also smelled. The tennis court and games room need to be renewed.
Breakfast was adequate. The staff were excellent. The evening meal was fabulous. The snorkeling gear was in good condition and clean. The grounds were clean and under continuous maintenance.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Megan
New ZealandNothing
Friendly knowledgeable staff at reception, the restaurant, and the pool - nothing was too much trouble. Great location for swimming and snorkelling. Reasonabley priced foid for the quality. Gardens immaculate. Everyone was super happy and smiley. Bus stopped at the door. We loved the Spaghetti House too ...so delicious 😋
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Nuki
New ZealandThe wifi we purchased at the resort didn't reach all the way to our rooms which was a little disappointing for our teenagers, but it worked out perfectly as they weren't on their phones 24/7 lol. The last night of our stay our 6 children aged 15 to 6 were swimming in the pool, all the grandmothers were watching them. A wedding party decided to all jump into the pool in their clothes. Many of them had been drinking and they broke all the rules pertaining to using the pool ... back flips, bombs, pushing others into the water. They were very rowdy, drunk and not wearing appropriate swimming attire. The staff seemed reluctant to say anything to them which felt unsafe for our children. We got them out of the pool.
Included continental breakfast was great for our family of 30 who were there for my daughter's wedding. The rooms and villa we rented were lovely. I was upgraded from a Superior Garden to a Lagoon View room which was much appreciated. The staff were amazing! Always so gracious and responsive. We appreciated how hard they all worked to take care of guests. The food was great, and the convenience of so many other eating places closeby a bonus! The children's and adults daily activities made it an easy holiday, and snorkelling in the lagoon a daily activity. But the pool really was the star of the show for our whānau! Being able to swim from 8 am to 10 pm was the absolute highlight for all our kids. Thanks Edgewater :)
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Christine
New ZealandWe had a room with a door into another room (adjoining room) and you could hear clearly the people talking in the other room so next time I would request a room not adjoining.
Continental Breakfast was included and it was excellent - staff were very friendly and very helpful - the room was cleaned daily and the everything was spotless and cleaning staff were lovely.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 19, 2024
Deborah
New ZealandBreakfast okay
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 17, 2024
David
New ZealandAir conditioning unit wasn’t working properly and it took 2 days before the resort decided we could move to another room with better air conditioning
Location, friendly staff, very clean rooms
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Tohi
New ZealandEverything was great
The staff were awesome
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 15, 2024
Margaret
New ZealandNothing major to report
staff service in the bar area and at breakfast very good. The house maids are very good as well. Great comical staff at the activity hut.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 13, 2024
Kathryn
AustraliaOn first glance, the pool appeared smaller than pictured, more options at the buffet for kids would have been great.
Access to beach and snorkeling was perfect, easy to get around the island. Great range of activities through the day. Great staff that helped make our stay great.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Cristina
AustraliaThe restaurant was a good size. The beach was beautiful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Vickie
AustraliaEverything was good
We got a pack as we had a early flight, so didn't experience the buffet.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Tataoro
New ZealandThe odour sewerage
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Takangaiva
New Zealand1) We were concerned of the low ceiling in our garden view room. The ceiling fan would be a concern for families with children who instinctively go to jump on the bed. 2) The bathroom extractor fan didn't work. Reception were informed. This was not addressed during our stay. The bathroom condensation was evident. Towels laid on the bathroom floor because it was slippery. (Closing the bathroom windows, leaving the bathroom lights on, to dry up the floor was our solution.) 3) The smell of raw sewer around the property was unpleasant; one day it was pungent, another time it was lingering, hope this can be addressed.
Enjoyed the continental breakfast, great for families/groups, selection was really good. The house cleaning were very good. The layout of the rooms were neat and tidy. The pictures on the walls were specific to the "Island", the block of rooms belonged to; this was a great touch making it memorable. The dinner was well cooked, the menu selection was 'safe' and themed nights was a delight. Beautiful tropical gardens, footpaths were clear of debris, ensuring central access to the pool, restaurant & other services were much appreciated.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 5, 2024
Hewes
New ZealandThe food menu was limited, and none of the food was amazing. Facilities outdated. Not having free wifi was also a set back. A lot of kids in the pool at all times (our fault for not staying at an adults only however)
Staff were super nice and location great
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Lhapz
New ZealandOur transfer back to the airport did not arrive on time. There was a little bit of miscommunication 😞.
Excellent breakfast and lovely staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 3, 2024
Sue
New ZealandPool size Being a family orientated resort I felt the pool was not adequate for the number of guests An adult only pool would be great Breakfasts were adequate but I felt they could be improved.
Very comfortable room and well serviced Gardens were well maintained and lovely to walk around.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Arlene
New ZealandToo many people
Location is great
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Bessie
AustraliaI was very happy with my massage an servicesat at the edgewater spa..no complaints
Mau was friendly an provided good service....massage was so soothing to my sunburn. Informative on the services an purchased the coconut oil she used on my massage.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Katalina
AustraliaI wished there were microwaves in the bedrooms. That would’ve been awesome and a big hit esp for families with small kids to use heat up bottles/food
Family oriented Friendly staff Room service Room cleaned every day was super helpful Staff were accommodating and polite
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Jacque
New ZealandSecond pool area required for number of guests. Kids having a great time, not ideal for us to cool off
Well set out
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Yuan
New ZealandGreat sea view, beautiful and well maintained garden.
Friendly and helpful staffs.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 21, 2024
Lisa
New ZealandBeautiful grounds and superb setting. Well maintained.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Pete
New ZealandIts location and nesting right on the water, sunsets just fantastic
The staff are amazing, the location is perfect
Stayed in March 2024
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