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Overview
The Edgewater Resort & Spa is the Cook Islands largest resort and is nestled within six acres of lush tropical gardens, beautifully positioned between the majestic mountains of Rarotonga and the sparkling waters of the Pacific Ocean.
With convenient on-site car hire and just a short drive from the main township of Avarua, The Edgewater Resort & Spa is ideally located for exploring the island. Supermarkets, restaurants, bars and cafés are all within easy reach, making it the perfect base for discovering all that Rarotonga has to offer. Choose from a range of spacious accommodation options, each designed to provide comfort and relaxation throughout your island getaway.
Renowned for its spectacular setting, warm island hospitality, delicious cuisine and nightly entertainment, The Edgewater Resort & Spa delivers a memorable Cook Islands holiday experience. Spend your days unwinding by the pool with a refreshing drink, pampering yourself at the day spa or enjoying the wide range of resort activities. With something for everyone, families are especially well catered for, with the Coconut Kids Club offering a variety of fun and engaging activities to keep younger guests entertained.
Whether you are seeking a relaxing tropical escape, a fun-filled family holiday or an island adventure, The Edgewater Resort & Spa offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience and authentic Cook Islands charm. Your South Pacific getaway starts here!
Accommodation
Guest Rooms:
The guest rooms at The Edgewater Resort & Spa offer comfortable, spacious accommodation at an affordable price. Surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens, these rooms offer a peaceful island retreat, with some featuring views of the Pacific Ocean.
All rooms feature:
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fans
- Refrigerator
- IDD telephone
- Tea & coffee making facilities
- Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
Garden View Room
Rooms are set back in tropical gardens with a short walk to the beach. Interconnecting rooms available on request. Room size is 23m². Bedding is 1 Queen Bed + 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults & 2 Children.
Garden Superior Room
Rooms are slightly larger than the Garden View Rooms, and are located in a quiet, tropical setting just moments from the beach. Interconnecting rooms available on request. Room size is 29m². Bedding is 1 King Bed + 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults & 2 Children.
Lagoon View Room
Offering stunning views of the ocean, lagoon or resort pool. Interconnecting rooms available on request. Room size is 31m². Bedding is 1 King Bed + 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults & 2 Children.
Beachfront
Enjoy direct beach access with these spacious suites spread out over a 3 storey complex with great views of the white sand beach, lagoon and coral reef. Featuring an ensuite bathroom with a separate shower, as well as a private balcony. Interconnecting and accessible rooms available on request. Room size is 31m². Bedding is 1 Queen Bed + 1 Single Bed. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults & 2 Children. Please note the use of spa baths in Beachfront Rooms is unavailable until further notice.
Villas & Apartments:
For families and friends looking for spacious, self-contained Rarotongan accommodation the villas and apartments are ideal.
All rooms feature:
- Dining Setting
- Kitchen
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Lounge Area
- High Chair Available
- Telephone
- Air conditioned
- Iron/Ironing board
- Hairdryer
- Free In-House Movies
- Cots Available
- Television
- Microwave
- Room Safe
- Oven
- Stairs
- Room Service
- Toaster
- Stove top
- Ceiling Fans
- Fridge
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Free Toiletries
- Laundry Facilities (Villas)
3 Bedroom Garden Villa
Located in the tropical gardens, these self contained apartments feature full cooking facilities, dining table and chairs, sofa, fridge, washing machine and two private bathrooms. Accessible rooms available on request. Bedding is 1 King Bed + 1 Queen Bed + 2 Single Beds OR 6 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults & Children. Price on application.
3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa
Located on the beachfront, these self contained apartments feature full cooking facilities, dining table and chairs, sofa, fridge, washing machine and two private bathrooms. Bedding is 1 King Bed + 1 Queen Bed + 2 Single Beds OR 6 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults & Children. Price on application.
Dining
The Brasserie: Located right on the water's edge overlooking the pool and the lagoon, the all-day menu features a variety of dishes with an emphasis on fresh local produce. Open daily for breakfast, and all-day dining.
Mal's Bar: Situated in the pool area overlooking the beach and lagoon, Mal's Bar is a great place to meet up for a cool drink. Serving an extensive selection of fine Australian and New Zealand wines, local and imported beers, spirits and cocktails.
The Spaghetti House: Open daily for dinner, the Spaghetti House is very popular place on Rarotonga for pizza, pasta and other authentic Italian cuisine. Casual dining in air-conditioned comfort, the Spaghetti House is perfect for a light meal or a relaxing dinner.
The resort also offers a weekly Feast Night - BBQ & Buffet Experience with a live cultural show featuring drumming and dancing.
Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Two restaurants & bars
- Freshwater swimming pool
- Day Spa & Salon
- Tennis courts
- Games room
- Filtered Water Stations
- Guest laundry (token operated)
- Dry cleaning service
- Postal service
- Tour Desk
- Conference Centre
- Currency exchange
- Safety deposit boxes
- Gift Shop
- Complimentary on-site parking
- Concierge Service
- Hospitality Room
- Luggage storage
- Kids Club
- Rental Cars & Bikes on-site
- WiFi
Activities
The Edgewater Resort & Spa has a full time activities staff member and a wide range of creative, fun filled Cook Islands style activities to help make your stay memorable.
The following activities are free of charge:
- Tennis
- Fish Feeding
- Crab Racing
- Flower Garland Making
- Snorkelling Gear
- Free weekly scuba lesson
Guests at The Edgewater Resort & Spa can enjoy the FREE shuttle service to Club Raro Resort with access to the swim up pool bar, Fire Show & Theme Nights and poolside dining. Please note Club Raro Resort is an adults only property.
Cultural Activities: Join in the fun with the activities staff in a variety of traditional Polynesian activities including coconut husking, tree climbing, coconut weaving and pareu tying. Prepare yourself for Island Night by learning about traditional Cook Island Maori costumes, making your own head and neck floral leis and practising your island instrument playing and dancing.
Diving
Certified PADI/NAUI instructors can take you on world class scuba dives just off the reef's edge.
Day Spa
Akaora Spa & Salon: Be totally pampered on your holiday with a wide range of massages, therapies and packages available to ensure moments of pure relaxation and rejuvenation. The salon also offers hair treatments, style cuts and colouring options, perfect for that special dinner or occasion. Open daily 8am - 8pm.
Children
Room Policy: 2-12 years
Coconut Kids Club: Open daily, children 4-12 years can discover Cook Islands culture while participating in fun games and activities organised by the resort's experienced team.
Weddings
The Edgewater Resort & Spa offers a variety of wedding packages to make your special day one of the most memorable days of your lives. Celebrate your marriage surrounded by loved ones and be serenaded by an island string band that fits perfectly with the romantic island mood.
Plant the Polynesian tree of life; a young coconut palm, as a symbol of your love and breathe in the scent of tropical flowers in your hair. Your personal wedding coordinator will be delighted to arrange a ceremony tailored to your individual requirements. Choose from one of our many island wedding packages or create your very own.
Additional Info
Infants: Portable cots are available free of charge on request. A cot can be added to the maximum occupancy for an infant under the age of 2 years in the Beachfront Rooms and 3 Bedroom Beachfront Villas. Additional cots cannot be added to the maximum occupancy in Garden, Garden Superior, Lagoon View rooms.
Interconnecting Rooms: Available in Garden, Garden Superior, Lagoon View rooms, must be requested at time of booking, cannot be guaranteed until check-in.
Check In: 2.00pm
Check Out: 10.00am
Reception: 24 Hours
Address: Rarotonga, Cook Islands
The Edgewater Resort & Spa will be upgrading bathrooms and adding new furniture to Garden Room 900 Block. Work will take place from 16 November 2026 - 30 April 2027 and minimum interruption to guests is expected.
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating
23 guest reviews
Most guests recommend for "everybody" (17 reviews)
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Amazing property
We had a wonderful time. The staff were wonderful; nothing was too much effort. The food was amazing. Everything was great.
Debra Castle
31st May 2026
Enjoyable stay happy wake up with Rooster
Enjoyed the stay, staff so pleasant and helpfu;
Helen Cooper
28th Nov 2025
Loved it
We loved it and it was perfect for our young family of four. Staff were lovely, food was great and was able to easily access the whole island.
Kaitlyn Downey
7th Jul 2025
