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Rarotonga, Cook Islands

The Edgewater Resort & Spa

"A Cook Islands village on the edge of the sea"
Style: Resort Style Hotel Accommodation
Suits: Couples, Families & Groups
Features: Beachfront, Kids Club & Day Spa

Property Description:

Just five minutes from Rarotonga International Airport, The Edgewater Resort & Spa has been welcoming guests with genuine Polynesian hospitality for over 40 years. As the island’s largest family-friendly resort, it offers a relaxed, homely atmosphere that draws many visitors back year after year. Guests can unwind on the beachfront sand deck and take in sweeping views of Rarotonga’s western lagoon, where unforgettable sunsets paint the sky each evening. A complimentary tropical breakfast is served daily, with room service available, and a wide selection of dining venues, bars, entertainment, and activities catering to all ages.

Accommodation options range from cosy studios for couples to spacious rooms and villas ideal for families and groups. Resort facilities include a swimming pool, day spa, salon services, tennis courts, beachfront snorkelling, and the popular Coconut Kids Club. Whether guests seek adventure or relaxation, the resort offers a variety of experiences designed to make every stay memorable. Special occasions are equally well catered for, with versatile event and conference spaces perfect for weddings, meetings, and celebrations, complemented by convenient onsite salon services for hair and makeup. Free parking and an efficient airport shuttle service ensure seamless travel throughout the stay.

The Edgewater Resort & Spa is also known for its vibrant dining and entertainment. Mal’s Bar, named after Australian rugby league legend Mal Meninga, is the perfect place to enjoy a refreshing drink with ocean views, featuring daily cocktail specials and an extensive drinks selection. Just steps away, The Brasserie sits along the water’s edge, serving an all-day menu beside the pool and lagoon, with weekly themed buffet nights accompanied by live performances from some of Rarotonga’s best entertainers. Twice weekly, guests can experience the Island Feast and cultural show, featuring traditional dishes such as roast pork, fresh fish, rukau, and ika mata, followed by the famous Bombe Alaska and a lively performance by the Panara Boys.

For those craving Italian flavours, The Spaghetti House Pizzeria & Grill, located at the resort entrance, offers a delicious selection of pizzas, pastas, and signature dishes paired with wines from New Zealand, Australia, and Italy—all served in cool, air-conditioned comfort. Its casual atmosphere makes it a favourite among visitors across the island, and advance bookings are recommended.

Guests can enjoy a full range of activities throughout their stay. Children are kept entertained with daily programs at the Coconut Kids Club, including fish feeding, lei making, and crab racing, while adults can take part in cultural workshops and demonstrations such as ika mata preparation, pareu tying, and tamure dance lessons. Additional conveniences include a gift shop, bar and restaurant, day spa, salon, WiFi hotspots, ATM, laundry facilities, snorkelling equipment, a games room, and disability access, ensuring comfort, enjoyment, and ease for every traveller.

Features:

Babysitting Facilities
Bar On-site
Absolute Beachfront Property
Business Centre
Car Rental Facilities
Gift Shop/Boutique
Kids Club (free)
Laundry - shared facilities
Restaurant On-site
Day Spa
Swimming Pool
Tennis Court
Wi-Fi (fees apply)

Garden View Room

Garden Rooms are set amongst the Edgewater Resort’s 6 acres of beautiful lush gardens, yet are also just 50m from the picturesque beach area. Garden Rooms boast charm, modern convenience and comfort, together with Polynesian style and our full range of standard features and services. The majority of Garden Rooms at our Rarotonga hotel offer an interconnecting room option, making them a great choice for families holidaying in the Cook Islands.

Beachfront Room

Magnificent sea views and magical sunsets are a standard feature of every beachfront deluxe suite at The Edgewater Resort & Spa Rarotonga. Our Cook Islands beachfront deluxe suites are the resort’s signature rooms and are located just metres from the water’s edge at the private northern end of the resort. These spacious beachfront suites offer stunning views of the white sandy beach, sparkling lagoon and coral reef beyond. Beautifully appointed and with a private balcony, each suite offers a high standard of accommodation to those travellers wanting to enjoy their holiday in comfort and style. Along with the standard resort features and services, these rooms have a spacious bathroom with a separate shower. These rooms are an excellent option for couples or honeymooners looking for romantic, spacious, quality accommodation within a Rarotonga resort setting. Ground floor of the Pukapuka Suites have disabled access rooms.

Lagoon View Room

Located metres from the water’s edge, The Edgewater Resort and Spa’s Lagoon View Rooms enjoy either the stunning view of the white sandy beaches and blue lagoon or overlook the beautiful pool and blue lagoon. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean, go to sleep to the sound of the sea, wake up to the gentle breeze in the palm trees and the scent of tropical flowers. Split over three levels, these rooms bring together modern convenience and comfort and include our full range of standard features and services to provide you the best value accommodation Rarotonga has to offer. Interconnecting Lagoon View Rooms are available on request.

Three Bedroom Beachfront Villa

Each of the 8 Beachfront Villas is located right on the white sandy beach, with unobstructed views of the lagoon, the Pacific Ocean and the stunning Rarotonga sunsets. The Edgewater Resort’s Cook Island villas are designed with comfort and space in mind and are ideal for families or friends travelling together or attending a Rarotonga wedding. Each villa has three bedrooms and two bathrooms (with the master bedroom having the en-suite), a large modern kitchen and spacious living area.

Three Bedroom Garden Villa

Each of the Garden View Villas features a full kitchen, breakfast bar, fridge/freezer, four-burner stove with oven, dining suite, laundry facilities, air conditioned living area and outdoor furniture. The master bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe, en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet and is fitted with a king-sized bed. Families and groups will find our Rarotonga villas are the ideal Cook Islands accommodation option, where you can enjoy spacious rooms at a very affordable price.

Garden Superior

Specifically positioned to make full use of the afternoon sun, The Edgewater Resort’s Garden Superior Rooms offer an ideal place to relax while soaking in the tropical garden surrounds. Garden Superior Rooms are located in a quiet corner of our Rarotonga beach resort, amongst tropical colourful hibiscus and fragrant frangipani. Relax on your balcony or take a short stroll to the white sand beach and sapphire-blue lagoon. All garden superior rooms are spacious and offer the full range of standard features and services at an affordable price. Rooms have interconnecting doors, allowing for family groups or friends to stay close during their Rarotonga holiday.

Child Policy:

● Up to 2 children 12 years and under stay free when sharing with adults and using existing bedding

● One portable cot is available free of charge upon request (subject to availability) for an infant under the age of 2 years

● Free use of Coconut Kids Club for children 4-12 years

● Return airpoirt transfers free of charge for infants under 2 years

Check-in: 2pm Check-out: 10am

● Early check-in is available for check-in from 6am and prior to 2pm and will be charged at 50% of the nightly room rate.

● Late check-out is available until 6pm and will be charged at 50% of the nightly room rate. After 6pm, the full nightly rate will be charged.

Rarotonga, Cook Islands