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Reviews of The Edgewater Resort & Spa 4 stars

Arorangi, Arorangi, 121 Rarotonga, Cook Islands

#98 of 125 hotels in Rarotonga

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Review score

Based on 1483 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    7.0
    Tropical breakfast is just watermelon 🍉 and apples 🍎
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were shocked by the breakfast. We have never in our life faced with “tropical” breakfast while traveling in Europe, Thailand, Africa and South America. My husband refused to come to breakfast during our 11 days stay. There was no eggs or bacon for him. Only for separate payment. Therefore he went in the closest cafe to pay there for his big breakfast.Also I was not aware that there is on WiFi on Cook Islands, and the price for 5GB is $45. But it is relevant for the whole Cook Islands not to the hotel itself. There are a lot of homeless big dogs there, one of them scared my daughter seriously.

    We liked the nature and it was amazing that all World Cup rugby games were shown on the big screen! Also hotel provides you with snorkeling equipment and beach shoes. We had an amazing view on the ocean 🌊

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    7.0
    Good stop over close to the airport
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dinner was mediocre

    Proximity to the beach, playground, rooms, responsiveness beforehand

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beachfront Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Plenty of places to eat and drink right on your doorstep...very friendly helpful staff...Rarotongan Brewery just over the road...check out their lager & pawpaw cider.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2023

    8.0
    I will be happy to return some day
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Reception staff could have been more knowledgeable in regards buses and things to do around the island

    Meals were of a high standard, room was very clean and comfortable. Staff around the resort were very welcoming

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Being in a room adjacent to building works and noisy roosters not good

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We couldn't stop eating

    Everything

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    9.0
    Love, love, love. My fourth visit and I will return 😍
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was a bit average. The location is fabulous The staff friendly, especially the staff at the beach hut 😀

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    8.0
    Wonderful staff make this place
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The greatest asset are the staff, everyone was just so helpful and kind

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had 3 beds and only 2 blankets

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    8.0
    Nice and relaxing,
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three Bedroom Garden Villa
    • Stayed 12 nights

    the breakfast choices could have more variety or mixed up daily so that you are not eating the same thing everyday.

    Variety of all day meals available.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Lagoon View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was clean and comfortable beds dinner was lovely staff was very helpful

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    9.0
    For our first time to the Islands we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Edgewater and the Island Ex
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Hiring a mini bus worked very well for us, as a party of 13, we managed to see and do all the things we wanted to do. The facilities were great, for our 6 grandchildren loved swimming in the pool and the beach. The breakfast worked well for us all, and good it lasted so long. Our two villas we rented worked out excellent for all the families and plenty of room for all.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Garden view room had a view of old doors that were blocking some renovations. We had to listen to electric saws and banging during the day when we wanted to chill by our room. Facilities are old and worn down, doors fell off our wardrobe. Free breakfast was mediocre and the cooked breakfast wasn't worth it.

    Staff were amazing. Great vibe for the kids. If you are looking mainly for kids then it's worth it but the beach is rocky and unsafe in front of the resort.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    8.0
    Overall a good location bus comes regularly to the resort for easy access to town and Muri beach
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom Shower a bit dated no place to place shampoo or bath gel

    Large rooms good location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three Bedroom Garden Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our island night reservation lost in the system, and our room bookings very separated and not much sense half our group got a beach front lovely modern luxury room 4 beds. The other half in a garden villa by the road for 4 pax also (but could’ve slept us all) However these do not have the luxury feel which was what we were looking for.

    Kids club, location and pool side loungers, drink service great. Whales seemed so close. Use of snorkels etc awesome. We would stay again 😁

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Roosters and rooms tired/dated

    Beach and was clean

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beachfront Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Service for drinks and meals was ok, Food was ok but I expected better and not a great selection of wine and very pricey

    Staff were lovely, rooms were great, area was fantastic

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    8.0
    Great location for beach and snorkelling however have a plan B for food and drinks.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Beachfront Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Food and drinks were a little pricy compared to a couple of other places.

    Great location for beach access and snorkelling! You will see plenty of whales passing through (September Visit). Staff were friendly, room was spacious and clean. Activities were easy to book and property was easy to move around.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Roosters so noisy

    Clean and comfortable although in need of upgrading

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three Bedroom Garden Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Should have been advised that our room was upstairs and offered a porter to take our suitcases up. Friday 8th, 1/4 space taken up for the game in restaurant, then large tables at breakfast were reserved which meant families/we had to look for somewhere to sit outside, it was raining and slippery making it hazardous for people.

    Front staff friendly, restaurant staff friendly and smiling, efficient to clean tables for next guests at breakfast. Enjoyed breakfast but pawpaw not topped up quickly enough. We asked for porter when departing and had Vio come and assist who was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    9.0
    The perfect family holiday resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Beachfront Villa
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect family holiday location! We stayed in a spacious beachfront villa and it had everything we needed. Lovely friendly and helpful staff, plenty to do, beautiful setting. Sunsets and passing whales were a bonus! Enjoyed lots of delicious meals at The Spaghetti House and the daily tropical breakfast kept us all going till lunch. Really enjoyed activities like watching ika mata be made and island dancing lesson. Excellent location only a short bus ride from airport and town. Excellent snorkeling on the reef that borders the resort. Spent a lot of time in the pool, playing tennis and using the big chess board.We'll be back one day! Thanks Edgewater for our best holiday yet.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    8.0
    Wonderful weather and saw the whales migrating past - wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a bit tired - some of the rooms could do with a make over.

    Location - very accessible to the whole island. Bus stops at the Resort so really good. Staff were amazing.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only downfall was the water temp in the shower, that was hit and miss, and assume it is due to others having a shower at the same time. Otherwise everything was perfect 👍

    Spacious room, comfortable bed and big bathroom.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    9.0
    Perfect place for a family holiday. Enough adventure and plenty of fun to be had.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Beachfront Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Check in took a while, maybe bad timing on our part. We arrived just after a big group all checking in seperately.

    Staff were wonderful, facilities were amazing (slightly tired) but had everything we needed. Location was stunning, snorkelling was phenomenal. Dinner at the resort was very reasonably priced and cheaper than local options. Food was fantastic. Breakfast was great. Coffee was perfect.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    9.0
    21st Birthday vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Beachfront Villa
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack of hot water for showers

    The view Location. Food

    Stayed in August 2023

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