The Edgewater Resort & Spa
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About this property
Located on 6 acres of lush tropical beachside grounds on the sheltered western coast of Rarotonga, the Edgewater Resort & Spa is only 5 minutes' drive from the International Airport and 3.1 mi from Avarua township. The Resort features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 restaurants, a bar and free on-site parking. The rooms have tropical-style décor and rattan furnishings. They include balconies that feature beach or garden views. The hotel offers The Brasserie, which hosts live entertainment, and The Spaghetti House, where guests can relish Italian specialties. Edgewater’s spa offers a relaxing environment where guests can enjoy massages and a range of treatments.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Free parking
- 2 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Availability
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Room Type | Number of guests | |
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1 twin bed and 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed | ||
1 twin bed and 1 king bed or 2 twin beds and 1 king bed | ||
1 twin bed and 1 king bed or 2 twin beds and 1 king bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 queen bed Bedroom 2 2 twin beds Bedroom 3 1 king bed | ||
Bedroom 1 1 queen bed Bedroom 2 2 twin beds Bedroom 3 1 king bed | ||
1 twin bed and 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mikko
Australia
“Lovely people at an amazing location The food was also exceptional and the ambience while dining at the beach area was divine” - Dee
New Zealand
“Fabulous food, staff always happy and helpful. Daily Cultural activities were amazing” - Bob
New Zealand
“Breakfast was good.....lunch average.....dinner not so good but the restaurant at the end of the drive was excellent.The tuesday show was great and the buffet good.” - Angélica
New Zealand
“The Resort it’s very good, clean, friendly staff, nice views, near to the airport.” - Edgar
United States
“Enjoyed a beautiful fresh fruit and cereal breakfast each morning. Loved the coffee and selection of juices.” - Madi
Australia
“The staff were lovely. Our room was good and the view was great. The aesthetics were just what we wanted when we searched out somewhere for our honeymoon. The food is great too.” - Matakohe
New Zealand
“The breakfast overall was great, I am on a strict diet with only protein and vegetables, I would have like to see some eggs, without having to pay extra for them. everything else was fine” - Jo
New Zealand
“The room was the highlight of my trip. We had a lagoon view and what a view it was. The room was clean, spacious and right on the beach. Breakfast was good. Good variety. Had the Island Umukai Feast for $75 per head. Was excellent value for...” - Karen
United States
“Resort was very nice and clean. Employees were very friendly, and very helpful when needed.” - Elizabeth
New Zealand
“The facilities were good located on a great beach good for snorkeling as well as a good family swimming pool at the hotel. Great to have the local buses stop directly at the hotel. The Spa was great too.”
Area info
Restaurants
- The Brasserie
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- Dietary optionsGluten-free
- The Edgewaters Spaghetti House Pizzeria and Grill
- CuisineItalian
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.


The fine print
Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with all card payments.
•Credit Card Validation: We pre-authorize all credit cards on the day of arrival to check for validity and sufficiency of funds. This process validates the presented credit card and protects both the cardholder and merchant from increasing fraud incidents.
•Pre-Authorized Amount: The pre-authorized amount of NZ$ 500 is set aside by the credit card company for a period of up to 10 days. The pre-authorization will affect your available funds and/or spending limit. No money is taken from your credit card, but it will show as a 'Pending Transaction'. You may choose to use a different payment type to pay your final bill.
Important Notice: Upcoming Renovations
Please note that from November 2025 to 30 April 2026, we will be carrying out renovation work to enhance our guest experience.
We are committed to keeping any noise and disturbance to a minimum and will ensure that guest comfort remains our top priority throughout this period.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we work to improve our facilities.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Edgewater Resort & Spa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.