Beautiful grounds. Nice views. We stayed in a 2 bedroom room with a big balcony to hang out and…read moreenjoy the view. They have the perfect setup on the balcony with 2 lounge chairs and a round dining table where you can eat your breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We were lucky to see a full rainbow while enjoying our balcony. The pool area and the grounds were immaculate. They also have a great restaurant The drawbacks are you see a beach but there is no way to get there without trespassing. Everything is driving distance. Parking is easy. Coffee in the lobby area is only served on the weekends. However the coffee in the room is good as well. Highly recommend to get your groceries so you can cook in your room. We always stop by Costco to get food and gas which is by the airport. So go there first rather than going back. Hawaii is so beautiful with so many different properties. So I would not stay here again if I was coming back to this island.

One of five Marriott Vacation Club properties on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, Marriott's Kauai…read moreLagoons - Kalanipu'u overlooks the Kauai Lagoons golf course. It resembles more of a condo community, with three buildings, consisting of 76 2/3 bedroom spacious units. It was part of the 1980s Westin complex, which was heavily damaged by Hurrican Iniki. It was later opened in 2010 as a Marriott Residence Club (not a timeshare), but then turned into a timeshare property. It has no in-house restaurant, no beach access, It is distinct from the nearby (25 minute walk) Marriott Vacation Club Kauai, which is more like a resort complex. There is no shuttle service between the two. The defining characteristic landmarks are the man-made lagoons that are visible from the complex. My wife and I spent a couple of hours in the area, many pedestrian bridges letting you walk back and forth over the waterways. There is a small island with greenery and picnic tables close by. There were many Muscovy ducks inhabiting the area, along with two pokemon gyms that we spent time around.

Stayed here back in June and absolutely loved it! A lot of…read morereviews talk about outdated decor but I didn't really think so. It's a beautiful hotel! Perfect because the beach is literally right outside the hotel. If you have kids they have a small kiddie pool with slide. To save money on food we asked the hotel for a microwave in our room and went to Walmart to get a few microwaveable foods.

Stayed a week due to a conference. Many of our party arrived to dirty rooms…read more Very difficult to change rooms because they are fully booked. You will be placed on a wait-list if you want to change rooms. No daily room cleaning. Fire pits and torches turn off early. 8pm for fire pits, 9pm for torches. The pool and hot tubs close at 10pm. You can only sit at fire pits by the Kukui bar / restaurant if you are eating or drinking at the restaurant. You can't bring your own food or drink, you will be asked to leave even if you are a hotel guest with a wristband sitting at the tables / chairs near fire pits on the Kukui Bar side. Also no pool service in terms of people walking up to you with a menu if you are sitting near pool. You have to go up to bar to order, but you must cover up your swimsuit or they will body shame you. This happened to my friend's daughter who was visibly upset after the bar staff selling her an açaí bowl gave her attitude and told her to cover up her swimsuit. The bar is right next to the pool. The grounds are well kept, but the hospitality and cleanliness of rooms can be improved. The walls are thin. The rooms are loud. You can hear your neighbors moving furniture day and night- the furniture is on wheels. Many airline people stay here. This place is budget and not luxury. I would consider a neighboring place if you want a good night's sleep, clean room, and welcoming hospitality. There seems to be way too many rules here and you don't get that nice relaxing resort feeling. I feel bad for the staff who are kind and doing their best. No welcome Lei, no nice Hawaiian music until the very last day of my stay. Kukui restaurant- very nice staff. good service. We loved the Wagyu burger !

because our timeshare at the Pono Kai Resort is Saturday to Saturday and my last tournament…read moresoftball game was also on Saturday, Wyatt and i had to find a "new" place to sleep that night. with their great Yelp reviews and proximity to the airport in Lihue, "we" decided on the GARDEN ISLAND INN. a very cute boutique hotel across the street (technically the Kuhio Highway) from the beach with (as i hope you can tell from my pictures) a strong art theme. everybody who worked there absolutely went out of their way to make us feel welcome and the breakfast spread made for great snacking. comfortable room and the air conditioner didn't keep us up all night. quick heads-up there's NO elevator -- we were on the third floor and after two-a-day​ games, all those stairs were a challenge. when i woke and glanced at my sleeping son, i was reminded he's growing up and not my "little boy" anymore​. i blame it on his fondness for poke.

Cute place with very friendly staff! Great location…read more We stayed here one night during our recent vacation and we really enjoyed it. The hotel is located right across the street from the Marriott property and the locals surf spot at K-bay. There is a hot and cold water dispenser in the lobby as well as cookies and pastries at the front desk throughout the day. Our room was very cute, decorated with colorful walls and bedding. The room and the bathroom was very clean. We had a good night sleep. There is a large garden on the property full of beautiful trees and plants. We even got some organic tangelos from the tangelo tree, big juicy and very tasty! The staff were very helpful and gave us alot of good information on what to do and where to go. definitely recommend!

Located in Kalapaki Beach in Kauai, the Marriott Kaua'i Beach club is the timeshare portion of a…read morelarge resort complex, originally built in 1995 on the former site of Westin Kauai (Kauai Surf Hotel before that). My family and my wife's parents had stayed at this hotel more than twenty years ago and really enjoyed it, so my wife and I took the opportunity in April 2026 to make a return visit, staying for 6 nights at 1,350 points for a Parlor room (basically a hotel room with a Murphy bed...max 2 people)...plus a mandatory daily Hawaiian 'Villa tax' of $15.22. We really enjoyed our visit to the 'Garden Isle'. Back then, the hotel portion of the complex was a high end Marriott hotel. In 2021, the owners rebranded it to become the Royal Sonesta, which created a bit of confusion for me. What's important is that they are two separate entities, but letting guests/owners share things like the pool, lounge chairs on the beach, and fitness center. However owners can not charge anything to their room, instead having to create a separate Sonesta account to do so. Two things that jumped out were that the two large surface self-parking lots (complementary for owners) are quite a distance from the lobby entrance. And the check-in lobby for the vacation club itself is on the beach side of this large complex. In between is a beautiful and very large garden, with a koi pond and various retail shops. There is a large sundry shop, selling essentials along with snacks and food for comparable prices to other stores nearby. There is a free shuttle to the nearby airport, though we didn't take it since we had a rental car. So it is possible to not use a rental car, since there are two shopping centers within walking distance, along with multiple restaurants on the resort grounds itself. We stayed in a parlor (studio-style) room, and it was fine for the two of us. The bathroom was actually small for a hotel, with the walk-in shower being good with OK shower pressure but not really hot water. There is a kitchenette (full size sink, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, full set of flatware, glasses, mugs, pitcher for water, colander, tupperware for leftovers, blender). Also an apartment-size refrigerator with a usable freezer that kept our ice cream frozen. There are gas grills outside, which I noticed were daily cleaned by housekeeping. The room had a queen murphy bed, with a OK mattress. When hidden, the space is used as a couch. We found it much easier just to keep it down throughout our stay, since we were able to find space to put away the couch cushions out of the way...though a survival key became a way to minimize the number of bad toe stubs on the corners. Housekeeping comes at the end of your stay, though a cleaning can be added at additional cost. Garbage can be thrown out in nearby bins in the hallways. Self-service laundry is separate from the units, and was not even in our tower, but in an adjoining one. There is a small cost associated with it. It had a nice TV with a lot of basic cable channels (HGTV!) along with 3 Showtime channels. It's an older room so electrical outlets were at a premium, but they had put power strips behind the bed so was able to connect my machines next to my side of the bed without need for an extension cord. The private lanai had seating for two and a great unobstructed view of the ocean and beach (worth the upgrade to an ocean view). It's one of the best parts of the unit. We saw the NCL Pride of America come into the nearby Nilliwilli cruise port and stay for 2 days (Thursday and Friday). Important to note since the area gets a lot busier when the cruise ship is in town. The fitness center was good. Cardio equipment was older but in good shape. Had plenty of towels, but only had one disinfecting wipe dispenser, which was sometimes out. Huge yoga room with mats and equipment. Had a filtered water dispenser. The rooms were not created as a fitness center, but still had decent ventilation. The owners lounge is nice, with free use of a foosball table and a working air hockey table. It had working outlets and air conditioning so hung out there in the afternoon after checkout since our flight was at night. In terms of resort activities, it's pretty limited during the shoulder-season when we came. Staff interaction was OK, though in the beginning, the pushing of timeshare presentations ("500 points if you sign up!") by the concierges were prevalent.

Had an amazing time celebrating our honeymoon here. Huge shoutout to Kelly, Lauren, and Phil for…read morethe amazing customer service and hospitality. The resort is very clean and well taken care of. We also enjoyed the lei making class and Hawaiian bingo during our stay on a rainy day. We can't wait to come back one day. Beautiful resort and location. Mahalo

Fantastic Place to stay, old Hawaii!! View of mountains were incredible. Staff was the highlight…read moreof our stay. Free breakfast a plus, very good!! Entertainment at night was most enjoyable. Rooms very clean. Can't wait to visit again. Thank you, Kauai Inn cabello56@yahoo.com rickymae@hawaiian.net

This was the only place with openings when I was stranded by American Airlines…read more Booked around 10:45pm after an extended flight delay left me with either sleeping on a bench or finding someplace. This was a godsend! The ac is loud, the fixtures are dated, the hotel does feel old. But it's clean, the staff is friendly and the vibes were good. Overall for one of if not the oldest hotels in Hawaii, it's not a bad choice. For the 8 hours I was here it was pleasant!

The Timbers is a delightful place. We particularly love Hualani's for breakfast and lunch! Next…read morevisit to Kauai will be over for dinner!

Looking for a serene and beautiful place to stay while visiting the island, or to move to and live…read moreseasonally or full time? This is it! Awesome homes! Gracious and welcoming staff. Stunning lobby and view point! Friendly owners and visitors! Great pools - two infinity pools overlooking the ocean below the lobby. A jacuzzi is nearby. Two more pools are located at the neighboring building, with waterfalls from one pool into the other. In the middle of these pools is a lava rock jacuzzi. Homes include 3 and 2 bedroom condos and ocean facing townhouses with private plunge pools. Tiki torches light up the property at sundown with the sunsetting behind the mountains. Hula shows are every Friday night, with monthly and holiday special hula. Sunrises at the infinity pools are spectacular! Hungry? The onsite restaurant, Hualani's, serves breakfast lunch and dinner. And the food is fantastic and delicious! Many items come from the local Hokuala Farm. And the views from the restaurant are amazing! Similar to those from the lobby, which is just above the restaurant. Onsite fitness facilities and a small spa for massage, complete the experience. A kids or keiki room with activity staff offer coconut paint, games and more. Activities staff also offer e-bikes, conventional bikes, bogey boards, snorkel gear, beach chairs, beach umbrellas and more. Concierge staff can book you on helicopter, napli coast tours and more. Plus, the concierge staff are so friendly and helpful for anything you need, like restaurant, beach and off property activity recommendations Two beaches are close by. One, Kalapaki, is a short walk away. Or, have the bell staff drive you there. The other beach, Ninini - also known as Running Waters, is below the property and available by hiking over a small lava field. The hike is not for everyone, nor is entry into the ocean at the small beach. Yet, I love it and am at the beach and in the water almost everyday. I'm a fan! So is Jamie! Highly recommend!

From the perspective of a lifetime Hilton loyalist who has stayed in many Hilton Garden Inns in my…read moretime, this is better than most. It has all of the requisite HGI necessities such as clean, standardized rooms, available breakfast made to order, and a price point that does not break the bank compared to big resorts on Kaua'i. I had a comfortable stay here with easy parking, a comfortable room, and good wi-fi. It doesn't hurt that you can see the ocean from some rooms and that the property grounds have some unexpected nice touches such as a koi pond water feature, a spacious airy lobby open to the outside, and easy self parking for a fee. In this genre of Hilton portfolio hotel, it hits a bit above its expected weight. What keeps it in the 4-star range (instead of 5) is its location. It is relatively near Lihue and the airport (about a 12-15 min drive) but far from any of the major resort spots that Kaua'i is really known for (like Poipu or Princeville). Its location is just a couple of minutes drive outside of Kapa'a and if you are not looking for a high end vacation resort experience, this will suffice as a place to lay your head with confidence while helping you respect a moderate budget. It is not cheap by most HGI standards but it is reasonable by local Kaua'i lodging standards. A rental car is a must if you choose to stay here because there really is nothing around you within easy or safe walking distance. That is a problem if you are here to be a tourist and see some sights and places that The Garden Isle is known for. It is this location that keeps the pricing here down but the inconvenience factor high. I liked this property for what it was and I would stay here again if my reason for coming to Kaua'i was for anything other than a higher end resort experience. I'm sure there are even cheaper places to stay on this island but then again, I don't think that the Salvation Army has a loyalty program or a koi pond.

4/29/26: Weeeellllll, this place ia the motel 6 of Hiltons. This hotel should NOT be classified as…read morea "Hilton" property. We were locked out of our room (cottage 3121) for forty five minutes yesterday, because the battery to the outside door lock died. Then, later that evening, we had to call maintenance again because the inside lock is broken. 4/30/26: we decided the price was not worth this crap hole. When we went to check out and cancel our week reservation, they didn't even try to remedy any situation. We are Diamond Hilton member's and there are pretty much zero perks for us loyal customers. Still had to pay $25 a day for parking! Like....come on. Pro: bed was comfy We ended up booking a airbnb instead. So we'll be paying a little more for our trip, but its worth it. I would seriously avoid this property if you can. But if you are on a budget, it might be okay. Make sure to look at all of the reviews!!!!

Took a trip to Kauai and based on what I've heard, trying the oxtail soup and banana mac nut…read morepancakes was a must! And my goodness was it the best pancakes I've ever had. It's light, fresh, but packed with soo much flavor that exploded in my mouth! I couldnt get enough of it!!! At first my friend and I were debating whether or not to add macadamia nut inside d/t the extra cost, but boy is it worth it! The oxtail soup was really good too. Especially how easily the meat fell off the bone and the flavor that warmed the heart and soul. By far my favorite food stop in Kauai. And I'd come back to visit just for their food! Service was efficient and fast and at the end they give u a receipt to which u then go up front to pay. Ambiance is like an old school dinner that's frequently packed with locals and guests 5 stars!!

Makes me sad to leave less than a five star review, but honestly I don't understand the hype for…read morethis place and I feel the need for an honest review! Hubby and I were recommended by a local to try this place for their macadamia nut pancakes (which were good) and the oxtail soup (which we didn't try as we wanted breakfast)... Upon entering, no proper greeting just a yell from across the dining room from a lady pushing a cart "how many" and then proceeded to point to an empty table. Next, our server came around asking if we would like coffee..yes please! I had to track her down for some sweetener and when I asked for the sweetener she acted as if I was bothering her as she handed it to me. Mind you, I had just heard her tell a different lady who went up to to ask her for something as well to "go have a seat, I'll be right there" :/ I understand this is a busy restaurant but I do feel they need to work on their customer service! Hubby got an omelet that was very runny and ended up making him sick. I ordered the Macadamia nut pancake and it was good! I chose to leave 2 stars for the pancake alone! We will not be back to this restaurant. I think if they were more friendly and cook their omelets a bit more, this could have very well been a 5 star review.

My girlfriend, Carol from UK stayed here after staying with me at the Plantation Hale because I was…read moreleaving for Waikiki, Oahu. Carol felt she needed some privacy after staying with me. Funny . . . Carol became spoiled after staying with me at such a wonderful vacation retreat! No wonder Carol wanted to experience more quiet solitude verses staying in the dorm rooms at Kauai International Hostel! Besides, the Kauai International Hostel was booked solid, so Carol had no choice but to stay at this little hotel on Rice Street. The room Carol rented had a very small room: bed, a very tiny bathroom, microwave, and a little refrigerator-that's all. Heading towards Lihue, no less than a block away from Motel Lani is a dynamite Chinese restaurant that Carol and I had the pleasure enjoying their fabulous chinese cuisine. Motel Lani is conveniently located close to the US Post Office, grocery store, about 1 1/2 miles from the Nawiliwili Beach where Duke's is located and two miles from the Lihue Mall Shopping Center where Costco is located.

My girlfriend and I took a trip to Kauai. The two of us are young and not rich... "We work hard for…read moreour money." We love to travel and Motel Lani was a great spot to stay!!! The price was half of any other, the owner is awesome. Extremely knowledgable about the Hawaiian culture and area. Had smile and story every morning. "Dwayne" The room is well maintained fresh paint, AC "very important," big clean bathroom, queen sized bed, dresser, desk, closet, fridge. No TV no problem, your in Kauai!! Five minutes away from Walmart and Costco. Great food and brewery a cross the street. Would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a cheep place to sleep at night.

I'm so glad I spent my week here! I was looking for a stay near Kapa'a and this Sheraton happened…read moreto be part of the Costco Travel bundle with rental car and flight so I gave it a try. They have ample parking, the lobby is large and welcoming, and the staff are friendly and helpful! The pools are spacious and hot tub is clutch. I also loved their direct access to the beautiful beach. Their wrist band room keys were very convenient. My room was perfectly furnished and the features were clearly well kept. I would definitely book again.

Bathrooms are infested with mold and we saw mice at the Crooked Surf for dinner in addition to the…read morenonstop cranes that drove by the pool all day. The attached photo was finally taken on my fifth sighting of the crane after I could no longer ignore the noise. We had to ask for body soap, shampoo, towels, and robes multiple times throughout our stay. Sheets were changed twice throughout our whole week of visiting. Truly disappointed and will never return. Especially for our honeymoon and first ever Bonvoy experience.