The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Cook Islands largest resort, is synonymous with Polynesian island charm and magic. This Cook Islands accommodation is widely renowned for its spectacular location, the warm and spirited friendliness of its staff, the exotic island cuisine, nightly entertainment and unlimited facilities and activities. Edgewater Resort & Spa is an ideal location for family holidays or that special romantic getaway to the Cook Islands.
Edgewater Resort & Spa is located on the west coast of Rarotonga surrounded by lush tropical gardens, emerald green mountains, a white sandy beach and overlooking the turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean. Avarua, the capital of Rarotonga, is located a short 8 minute drive from this Cook Island accommodation, providing an array of shops featuring local arts & crafts, cafes, supermarket and the local golf course.
Whatever your mission in the Cook Islands - a romantic escapade, bountiful sun and sand, "island time" relaxation, a magical Polynesian experience or unknown adventure, Edgewater Resort & Spa offers good value budget accommodation with many facilities and holiday activities. For your next Cook Islands holiday, Edgewater Resort & Spa along with the fragrant frangipanis, coconut palms swaying in the ocean breeze and exotic surroundings, will provide a magical experience and truly memorable getaway.
All guest rooms, suites and apartments at The Edgewater Resort & Spa offer comfortable, spacious accommodation at an affordable price. There is a large variety of room categories available.
All Rooms Feature
Garden View Room: Rooms are set back in tropical gardens with a short walk to the beach. 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 fairly close to the beach. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed + 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults & 2 Children.
Lagoon View Room: Set only metres from the water's edge overlooking the white sand beach and blue lagoon or pool and lagoon. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed + 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults & 2 Children.
Beachfront: Located just metres from the water's edge, these spacious suites are spread out over a 3 story complex with great views of the white sand beach, lagoon and coral reef. Features an ensuite bathroom with spa bath and separate shower, as well as a private balcony. Some of these rooms offer disabled access. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed + 1 Single Bed. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults & 2 Children.
Villas & Apartments Feature
2 Bedroom Apartment: Located a short walking distance to beach in the Tongareva Building. Features 2 bedrooms, self catering facilities, great for families and friends looking for good value accommodation. Not all apartments have a balcony or patio. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed + 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds OR 2 Queen Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults and Children.
3 Bedroom Garden Villa: Located in the tropical gardens, these self contained apartments feature full cooking facilities, dining table and chairs, sofa, fridge, DVD player, washing machine and two private bathrooms. Some of these villas offer disabled access. Bedding is 1 King Bed + 1 Queen Bed + 2 Single Beds OR 6 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults & Children.
3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa: Located on the beachfront, these self contained apartments feature full cooking facilities, dining table and chairs, sofa, fridge, DVD player, 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.
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 from 11.30am - 9.30pm.
Mal's Bar: Situated in the pool area overlooking the beach and lagoon, Mal's Bar is a great place to strike up a conversation with fellow guests and Cook Islands staff. The bar opens at 10.00am and closes at midnight (later on Friday nights if requested) and serves an extensive selection of fine Australian and New Zealand wines, local and imported beers and spirits.
The Spaghetti House: Open daily for dinner, the Spaghetti House is the most 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 Edgewater Resort & Spa has a full time activities staff member and a wide range of creative, fun filled Cook Islands style activities. Do as much as you like or simply relax by the large freshwater swimming pool with sun loungers overlooking the white sand beach and lagoon.
The following activities are free of charge:
Cultural Activities: Join in the fun with the activities staff in a variety of traditional and not so traditional Polynesian activities- coconut husking, tree climbing and coconut weaving, pareu tying, prepare yourself for Island Night by learning about traditional Cook Island Maori costumes, making your own head and neck floral Eis and practicing your island instrument playing and dancing.
The following activities are available at a charge:
Certified PADI/NAUI instructors can also take you on world class scuba dives just off the reef's edge.
Edgewater Health Spa & Salon: Be totally pampered on your holiday at Edgewater Health Spa & Salon. With a wide range of massages, therapies and packages available, guests are assured moments of pure relaxation and rejuvenation. The salon also offers hair treatments, style cuts and colouring options, perfect for that special dinner or occasion.
Coconut Kids Club: Operates Monday to Saturday where your children can discover Cook Islands culture whilst participating in a games and activities organised by the experienced activities team. Children under 4 years will require adult supervision.
The Edgewater Resort & Spa offers a variety of wedding packages to make your wedding day one of the most memorable day of your lives. Celebrate your marriage with your loved ones around you, be serenaded by an island string band and as the drum beats echo out over the lagoon, join the dancers on the beach.
Plant the Polynesian tree of life; a young coconut palm, 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.
The Edgewater Resort & Spa will close the Garden View Rooms in the 900 block for renovations from 01 November 2024 - 31 March 2025. The Edgewater Resort & Spa will endeavor to keep guest disruption to a minimum with inside work being undertaken in the first months, then the roof and balconies from January 2025 (subject to work progress).
Children: 12 years and under stay free of charge when sharing with adults
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
