The Edgewater Resort & Spa

The Edgewater Resort and 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 and Spa is an ideal location for family holidays or that special romantic getaway to the Cook Islands.

Edgewater Resort and 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 and 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.

Accommodation

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. Interconnecting rooms are also available.

All Rooms Feature:

Air-conditioning/Ceiling fan
Refrigerator
IDD telephone
Tea & coffee making facilities
Television and satellite TV channels
Daily housemaid service and fresh towels

Studio Unit: Feature full cooking facilities, dining table and chairs, sofa, fridge and private bathroom. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults and 2 Children. **From 1 April 2011 this room type will be known as Studio Apartment**

Garden Room: Rooms are set back in tropical gardens with a short walk to the beach. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults and 2 Children.

Garden Superior Room: Rooms are slightly larger than the Garden Rooms, are in a tropical setting fairly close to the beach. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults and 2 Children.

Beachfront Room: Set metres from the waters edge overlooking the white sand beach and blue lagoon. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults and 2 Children.

Beachfront Deluxe Suite: With 60 suites located just metres from the waters edge, these spacious suites are spread out over a 3 story complex with great views of the white sand beach, lagoon and coral reef. Feature an ensuite bathroom with spa bath and separate shower, hairdryer and iron and ironing board. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 Adults and 2 Children.

VIP Suite: Top of the range at Edgewater Resort in style and comfort. Additional features of this room type include luxurious spa bath, hairdryer, iron/ironing board, video player and safe. Bedding is 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed. Maximum room capacity is 3 Adults OR 2 adults and 2 Children.

2 Bedroom Studio Unit: These Apartments are self catering and feature full cooking facilities, dining table and chairs, sofa, fridge and two private bathrooms. Bedding is 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 4 Adults OR 5 Adults & Children. **This room type is not available from 1 April 2011**

3 Bedroom Garden Villa: Located in the tropical gardens, these apartments are self catering and feature full cooking facilities, dining table and chairs, sofa, fridge and two private bathrooms. Bedding is 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults and Children.

3 Bedroom Beachfront Villa: Located on the beachfront, these apartments are self catering and feature full cooking facilities, dining table and chairs, sofa, fridge and two private bathrooms. Bedding is 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 6 Adults and Children.

Dining

Mal's Bar: The bar is situated in the pool area overlooking the beach and lagoon. Mal's Bar is a great place to strike up a chat with fellow guests and Cook Island 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 Restaurant And Bar: Open daily for dinner, the Spaghetti House is the most popular place on Rarotonga for pizza, pasta and other classic Italian cuisine. Casual dining in air-conditioned comfort, the Spaghetti House is perfect for a light meal or a relaxing dinner.

The Edgewater Brasserie: offers daily tropical breakfast, lunch and al la carte dining and special theme nights including the Island nights on Tuesday and Saturday. Located right on the water's edge overlooking the pool and the lagoon the Brasserie provides nightly themed dinner through the week.

Facilities

24 hour reception
Two restaurants and bars
Freshwater swimming pool
Edgewater Health Spa
Great snorkelling locations
Tennis courts
Games room
Guest laundry (token operated)
Dry cleaning service
Postal service
Internet services
Travel and tour centre
Conference/function centre
Currency exchange
Safety deposit boxes
Fashion boutique
Complimentary on-site parking
Luggage storage
Kids Club
Duty free, sport and island gift shop
Daily cultural, leisure and sporting activities

Activities

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:

Tennis
Snorkelling
Fish Feeding

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.

Diving

Certified PADI/NAUI instructors can also take you on world class scuba dives just off the reef's edge.

Children

Kokonut Kids Club: Operates daily from 8.00am-5.00pm where your children can discover Cook Islands culture whilst participating in a games and activities organized by the activities team. Children under 2 years will require adults supervision.

Weddings

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 co-ordinator 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. For prices and inclusions of the wedding packages available, click on INSTANT QUOTE.

Additional Information

Children: Up to 2 children 12 years and under stay free when sharing with adults. Children 13 years and over are charged at adult rates.
Check In: 12.00noon
Check Out: 10.00am
Reception Hours: 24 Hours
Address: Rarotonga, Cook Islands