Our week stay at the cocohut was truly amazing! The first thing I want to say is anywhere that…read moreprovides a french press for our morning coffee is going to be first class! We could not be any more pleased with the amenities and comfort that the cocohut provided us. I don't think we ever took one indoor shower, cause the outdoor one was so very cool! We cooked half the time there with the great BBQ they had provided for us to use. Nice having a cooler for day trips to the beach. The owners were so nice and helpful if we ever needed anything. The thick plants and trees provided a very private and secluded feel to the whole place. We often felt like the only people there. I am going tell everyone about how amazing and peaceful this property is. We will definitely stay here again. Thank you so much Tim and Sarah!

We stayed at the cocohut in September 2013 and enjoyed our stay very much. The owners were very…read morefriendly and accommodating. The grounds around the cocohut are lush and the tropical fruit trees on the property were a treat to glean from. The location is conveniently close to most everything on the north shore. We plan on staying at the cocohut on our next visit to Kauai.

The Hanalei Surfboard house is a gem! The location is perfection. The garden is a dream. The rooms…read moreand patios are exactly what you need with a little kitsch. Simon and his house manager Jackie were hospitable and lovely. Boca the house cat is a delight. It instantly felt like home. I'm already looking at dates to come back again.

The best place we've ever stayed in Kauai & one of our most…read morefavorites ! This was almost 10 years ago . This place is absolutely pristine & clean ! Simon the owner of this Amazing Airbnb is simply a gracious host & everything you need for your stay is available. The grounds are kept & very well maintained. We loved all the retro & eclectic decor surround the outdoors & the inside of our Cowgirl suite was eco& retro as well ! We genuinely loved our stay here & were well taken care of by Simon . We did arrive there when there was a tsunami on the way but it was all good & we didn't get hit by the tropical storm fortunately. Simon also offered his upstairs home in case we had to move to higher ground . Simon was Mr. Hospitality ! I know sometime in the near future we will be back again more than likely on our anniversary. Simon also recommended some great places to eat & venture out too . This place is phenomenal so check it out you won't regret! It's own little paradise.

This place is amazing!…read more The owners, Carol and Les, rent out a back room of their house to visitors. It is beautifully decorated and looks out over Carol's astonishing garden, including a pond with koi and unbelievable flowering plants. The room has its own entrance and is incredibly appointed, including all kitchen accessories, snorkeling and water gear, and their personal guide to the local restaurants. They also include a basket of fresh fruit grown in their own garden -- I've never had pineapple and lychees that tasty before in my life. Carol and Les are incredibly hospitable and more than happy to provide advice as long-time residents of Kauai. The room was set to be renovated the week after we checked out. It can only get better, and we can't wait to go back.

From the owner: The Secret Garden Room was listed in the Lonely Planet travel guide as one of the Best Homestays on…read morethe East side of Kauai, Hawaii. Beautiful tropical gardens abound, perfect place for one to two travelers, located 15 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes from the beach, shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Private entrance, laundry facilities, parking, kitchenette, bathroom and many tranquil sitting areas are all yours to enjoy. Waterfall and fish pond right outside the glass sliders of the bedroom. Come relax in the Secret Garden Room!

What a beautiful home! It was everything we could have wanted and more. Perfectly situated…read morebetween beaches, great amenities, stocked kitchen and linens, great beach toys, etc. Our family had a wonderful time. We will certainly be back. Kauai was gorgeous and the house made us feel like it was our home away from home. We couldn't have asked for anything more! The rental company was great and everything went smoothly. We will be back for sure! ALOHA!

From the owner: Nestled in flourishing tropical landscape within the highly desirable and upscale Poipu Kai Resort,…read morethis single-story spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath Kauai vacation home is uniquely designed for island life. You will enjoy the best of both worlds: the privacy of this superbly appointed vacation home and the availability of the many amenities that comes with staying in a resort.

Nice place, excellent location, and we had everything we needed. We'd definitely stay again in the…read morefuture!

I had the opportunity to recently stay at the Hideaway Cove Villas in Poipu. I stayed in the 2…read morebedroom Villa called The Royal Palms Villa. It was absolutely beautiful, well appointed, and had everything I needed to enjoy a comfortable stay and respite. Parking was very easy right in front of the complex. It is located within a nice easy stroll from Brennecke's Beach and Poipu Beach. The Villa itself is the most private in the complex, and surrounded by lush landscaping. The grounds are very clean, immaculate and well-maintained. Trash and recycling receptacles are well hidden but still accessible. Inside the Villa, I was greeted with a pitcher of ice-cold and refreshing fruit juice. It was so delicious, and I'm glad I was able to enjoy it throughout my stay. The 2-bedroom Villa is beautifully furnished with newer kitchen appliances, dining table and chairs, ceiling fans, air conditioners, comfortable sofa and large screen TV, a queen bed in the Master, and a king bed in the second bedroom. There's also a TV monitor in the Masters bedroom. The centerpiece for me was the Jacuzzi hot tub, located in the master bathroom; the master bathroom is not very large, but the jacuzzi tub with rainfall showerhead head was my little slice of Heaven inside the Villa. It was also equipped with BBQ grill, beach chairs, and books to read. I treated myself to an in-room Lomi Lomi massage and facial. Call Vanessa at Garden Island Massage for more information! The innkeepers were not on the premises when I arrived or throughout my stay, as they were away, but they were always very communicative and responsive. Herb especially was very gracious. One suggestion for travelers, book ahead. I recently tried to make another reservation with short notice, and they were sold out. I hope to return one day soon. As a Kamaaina, I feel very welcomed here.

The best if you are able to stay here. The prices in this entire state are sky high. Not sure how…read morethe locals survive. The base have less expensive gas but only premium. If you want to save money shop the chain stores, but that hurts the local business, just like where you live. Much of the local stuff comes from China. Local work at the chain stores so it is good and bad. Groceries compared to where we live were doubled or more at local stores and even on the base. Best prices were at Target and Costco because of bulk buying power i.e. Amazon. Base does have a great restaurant. This island does have something you cannot buy, weather, but just prepare for sticker shock and bring plenty of plastic. My thing is to go to the beach, get sun and pick up trash. Some of God's best work so please treated it kindly. MAHALO!

The base is easy with military and their guests for access…read more The MWR is easy and friendly to deal with. The cottage has amazing location, it has most every you need for cottage. They even called me the day of arrival and made sure it was easy check in. The not so good, there were bugs little nats and ants in the kitchen and bathroom. AC only goes to 78F.

Cottages right on the water. Recently updated. Split A/C. Couldn't ask for more for what you get.read more

Due to the popularity of the Barking Sands, we were only able to stay in the cottages few nights…read moreand continued the rest of our vacation in the navy lodging. It is as it sounds: a simple room. So don't come here expecting an extravagant suite with an ocean front view. There's a reason the price is so low! You go to a hotel in the Poipu or Princeville area and that'll cost you three times as much, that's for sure!! The lodge is located on the base, right across of the Navy Exchange. Unfortunately never got any photos but the room was okay. Inside was a queen size bed, keurig coffee maker (I need my coffee!!!), a television (which was the only thing we had difficulty with) and a mini fridge to store your groceries. The room had it's own bathroom and stand up shower. The building did have a common kitchen area with a stove (fully stocked with pots, pans, utensils, etc.) and a sink. We never used it because we luckily got to eat out at Shenanigans the All Ranks Club. We sat on the lanai, ate our dinner and watched whales passing by. What else could you ask for!

Aloha! This review is way overdue and is about our lovely experience staying at the Hale Makai in…read morethe Ginger cottage #4 back in May 2019. If you are looking for the perfect getaway, in need of peace, quiet, a place to detach from the hustle and bustle of city life and connect with nature, the Hale Makai cottages can provide all aspects of relaxation. Nestled in the depths of a tropical paradise you can find this exquisite beach front property with panoramic views of the ocean and as you walk out onto the sand you can witness a magnificent sunrise (am) and sunset (pm). We originally booked our stay in May 2018 however, due to the unforeseen flooding the Hanalei/Haena Area experienced in April 2018 which caused a lot of damage resulting in the closure of many businesses, the Kauai government imposed a strict ban for tourist to not be allowed to rent in areas that were hit hard, this was due to the safety of the tourist. So, Hale Makai cottages offered to re-book our stay the following year once the Kauai government felt it was safe again for tourist to rent and dwell in the Haena area. Susan play such an integral part in rebooking our stay in May 2019. She exhibited superb customer service and was always on point in answering all our questions promptly. We loved our cottage and it was equipped with everything we needed, comfy bed, linens, dishes, oven, stove, utensils, refrigerator, sink, living room, outdoor patio (we used to eat out every morning and night), soak tub, and beautifully smelling soaps and lotions locally made by Aunty Ina. The breeze felt so nice coming through into the cottage and it smelled like plumeria. It's about a 5-minute drive into the hip town of Hanalei and your surrounded by so many beautiful beaches that are not heavily impacted with tourists. When we were there it felt like we had our own private beach. We really enjoyed our stay here, the cottages are immaculate and the grounds are impeccably well maintained, just absolute paradise! Mahalo!

We have been staying at Hale Makai Cottages since 2006. We absolutely LOVE this place.Stayed here…read morein July 2023 & the new ownership does not disappoint! Matt & Chris were so helpful with our stay. The grounds are amazing & cottages located on the best beach. We will be back and look forward to our next trip.

Hale O Ani provided the backdrop for our honeymoon in Kaua'i. It is a private residence that…read moredefies simple description and the term "vacation rental" does not begin to do it justice. Hale O Ani was designed and built by its owners and neighbors, Faye and Bob, who also operate the business. Their hospitality is unmatched and Hale O Ani is a pure gem. We wanted something different than anonymous 5-start resorts or generic vacation condos, either of which you can find in abundance all across the Hawaiian Islands. We lucked out when we found Hale O Ani. Hale O Ani is a beautiful home with tasteful Asia Pacific design, evoking the sense of a Japanese temple. It's a place of spaciousness, spirit and peace. It is situated in a residential neighborhood of Kalaheo, on a lush hillside surrounded by fruit trees and friendly neighbors who "share the bounty" of their gardens by placing extra fruit into a communal crate to share. Away from the traffic and strip malls, and yet close enough to get anywhere in minutes. For us, visiting Hawaii, and specifically Kauai, has also been about experiencing the lush tropical flavors of this place, and Hale O Ani became an integral element of that. The guavas from the tree right outside the house, the juicy oranges from the neighbors, the richly flavorful papayas from the Farmer's market don't taste the same anywhere else. Our experience of Kaua'i would have been incomplete without the fruit for breakfast every morning. Faye and Bob put so much heart into Hale O Ani, be it her quest to find the perfect Chinese screens as airflow vents above the doors, her attention to sustainably farmed hardwood for the floors, the poster beds, the buddha statue in the yard, the subtle and tasteful lighting, the idea of turning antique Chinese furniture into vanity cabinets for the bathroom sinks, the list goes on and on. Faye has also collected a folder full of resources and tips for visitors to the Islands, and her orientation of things to do and see was first rate. We look forward to our next visit already.

Architectural Digest living... with comforting hosts... in a tropical paradise!…read more Sophisticated tropical ambience in a secluded setting set the tone for a unique vacation get away. The name Hale O Ani should be amended to "Serene House of Gentle Breezes". Tastefully decorated and comfortably relaxing with all the amenities of a private home. The arrangement of freshly cut orchids revived our spirits after a long day of travel. The hot tub/spa soothed our weary bodies. Our hosts brought us freshly picked avocados, peppers and limes from their garden making us feel more like neighbors than paying guests. In a Kukui nut shell... Hale O Ani is the perfect location from which to explore exotic Kauai. Thanks so much, Faye & Bob! Richelle and I value your acquaintance, personal attention, and warmth. Mahalo, friends. We hope our paths again cross...