Hanalei Moon Beach Cottage


Rates: $577 / night (avg.)
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Bed types: KT (sleeps 3)
Reviews: 4.90 (from 67 reviews)
Our Beachfront Home here on Hanalei Bay can be yours!

Hanalei Moon Beach Cottage is named after the famous Hawaiian song "Hanalei Moon," which extols the extreme beauty and romance of the Hanalei Valley under the tropical night sky.

The cottage is located on the quiet end of town on Weke Road, right on the beach, on 1/3 acre within walking distance of all the restaurants, shops and galleries. Waterfalls are the backdrop for our little beach house. Standard occupancy is 2.

There is complete cozy kitchen where you can whip up fabulous food from the Hanalei Fish Market, the Farmer's Market, or just make snacks to go and enjoy some of the great local restaurants.

King size bed and lights for reading at night. It has a separate bathroom entrance. We have a little library for your use and quite a few great books on Kauai and Hawaii in general.

A twin-size bed is hidden is a hassock in the central room & can accommodate another guest. (Listed rate is for the standard occupancy of 2, but home can accommodate up to 3. Extra guest fee beyond two is $20/night + tax per person. This fee is collected after booking. Only 1 extra guest is allowed.)

We have a little telescope in the living room so that you can better see boats, whales, and dolphins ply the Bay by day and enjoy the moon and stars at night. If you're lucky, you may see a moon bow, something I have only seen in Hanalei. It will happen on a night when there are stars, moon and clouds together. If the clouds are sailing by on the gentle trade winds and shedding some tears, the rain will be illuminated by the moon shining from the cloudless part of the sky. Talk about breathtaking! Depending on the brightness of the moon, you may discern the colors of the rainbow.

Snorkeling, swimming, diving, paddling, hiking, golfing and a health club are all as close as your front yard, to as far as a 10-minute drive away. Walk across your front yard and look to the left; you're likely to see no one for a mile. Look to the right and you'll probably see surfers, volleyball players and beachgoers, with the Hanalei Pier at the far end of the Bay in the background.

Please be aware that when you book this house or any accommodations by the ocean in Hawaii, not on a bluff, you are booking in a tsunami evacuation zone. Evacuation instructions will be in the house and notice of the tsunami evacuation zone will be part of your contract. Also please know that there is a charge of $15 per night for charging of electric vehicles at this property.

(Kauai County TVNC 1088) Registration Number: GE-208-983-4496-01, TA-208-983-4496-01, 550050150000

Hanalei Moon Beach Cottage Reviews



Claire G.
September 2023
An absolutely magical place that I would highly reccomend and can't wait to return to. The house was very sweet and homey. We were able to comfortably cook many meals in the house. We spent every day just reading and relaxing at the beach, which is basically only separated from the house by a large lawn. You can see the ocean from your living room window and we woke up to the sound of crashing waves and beautiful sunrises every morning. Absolutely idylic. We will be back.


Ed S.
September 2023
The location of the moon beach cottage is perfect, you’re literally steps from the sand. The cottage is small but works well for two people. The AC is nice to have on hot days. It’s also on the quieter end of the bay which is nice. We had a fantastic stay.


Ben S.
July 2023
We really enjoyed our stay at the moon cottage. Beautiful property with great bay access. Also very close to town and jump off point for Napali adventures. No more indoor showers for us! Thank you


Peggy W.
July 2023
I loved the house and beautiful location with a view of Hanalei Bay.


Katherine B.
June 2023
House is in a perfect location. The view cannot be beat!


Robert O.
May 2023
We had a lovely stay at the Hanalei Moon cottage. It’s located at the western end of Hanalei Beach, on a large lawn which is shared with several other houses. The house is set well back from the beach, but the view across the lawn is pretty, and we enjoyed the easy access from the street. The cottage was well appointed, the bed was comfortable, the kitchen was small but adequate for light cooking, and included an unvented gas range. We limited our cooking to breakfast items and using the microwave. There is a charcoal grill with charcoal provided. The washer and dryer worked well, though they are located outside under the overhanging eave. There is a large, outdoor shower, on a deck next to the house, and it is screened for privacy. I used that shower, daily, during our stay. There is an air conditioning unit, located in the dining / sitting area, which works well to cool the house in the evening.


Michele B.
April 2023
Comfortable cottage with beautiful views of Hanalei Bay. Close to shopping and restaurants. We would definitely choose this home again.


naomi m.
March 2023
Epic location, a set up for the most relaxed Kauai beach vacation. A little slice of what it might be to actually live in this gorgeous Paradise.


Dan y.
February 2023
Perfect size for two people, awesome location, beautiful views, right on the beach! We’ll definitely stay here again! Great communication with the hosts. Mahalo!


Jeffrey K.
January 2023
Incredible beachfront cottage bungalow building. Great for couples or families with one child. Easy walking to the beach and quick drive into town. Great for those seeking a relaxed atmosphere and more privacy.


Darla C.
December 2022
Fantastic location! With easy access to the beach. Beautiful view !


Dennis B.
October 2022
Great location and clean modern house with open views of the beach and lawn area.


Jennifer W.
July 2022
This quaint bungalow was so perfect for me and my husband! Seconds walk to Hanalei Bay Beach with access to beach coolers, beach chairs and towels! Fully equipped kitchen made it easy t make breakfast every morning. Bed was very comfortable and option for open air or AC was nice! We are already trying to plan our next stay here!


Lindsay M.
June 2022
We loved this little cottage! It was the perfect size for us two, with the most amazing view. A few favorite features:, comfortable bed, amazing outdoor shower, all the basic essentials for cooking, and the location can't be beat! We would definitely stay here again!


Victoria M.
May 2022
Hanalei Moon Beach Cottage is such a perfect place to unplug and enjoy the quiet and the beauty in Hanalei.


James N.
April 2022
Wonderful comfortable cottage for 2 people. Not fancy but it had what we needed. Great ventilation, no need to use the air conditioner. The location is perfect, close to Hanalei, just steps from the beach, ocean view, nice little lanai, and nice outdoor shower (never used the indoor shower). The hosts were very friendly, we loved the cottage and would gladly stay there again.


sarah h.
March 2022
This is a very cute cottage right on the beach. It is not fancy, but it has the basics and it was a safe and convenient place for me and my two daughters to explore the town of Hanalei. We could walk to the shops for the cottage. There was a lovely outdoor shower, laundry, beach chairs and a fully functional kitchen. We had a wonderful stay!


Jack K.
March 2022
I would go back tomorrow and the next day after that! Accommodations were perfect, classy, and helpful! Perfect views, tons of privacy, comfortable, and had everything we needed, down to coolers for the beach!


Jay T.
February 2022
Wonderful little cottage VERY close to the beach. It is well equipped and quite comfortable. We really enjoyed this place and plan on making it a regular when we come to Kauai.


Jeffrey S.
February 2022
An absolutely perfect little beach cottage for 2. Property was perfect and really enjoyed the outdoor shower. The house had everything we needed and was even better than described.


Lynn F.
January 2022
From the moment we walked in to the moment we left we were totally thrilled with Moon Cottage. Everything we could possibly need was there and the cottage was clean and well organized. We loved the location and the town. We felt totally relaxed and totally comfortable. The only reason I wouldn’t recommend this rental is because we want it available for our next stay🥰. Too many good honest reviews will make it too desirable and it will book up too quickly for the future. I can’t say enough positive things. It was idyllic and a perfect find for us


kylie t.
January 2022
Hanalei has always been our favorite town to return to on Kauai, and what better place is there to stay than right on the beach! This cottage had everything we needed. Not only was it perfect for dipping into the ocean on a moments notice, but it was super convenient for a quick trip to the grocery store or walking to the bar (so no worrying about drinking and driving). My husband loves to cook and this kitchen had the main essentials for him to whip up something delicious just about everyday. We really couldn't have been happier with all the house had to offer. There were plenty of towels for a 9 day trip, an outdoor shower with hot water, AC (that we only used once), and a laundry unit that we thought about using (but never did, lol). Also, the patio table was perfect for breakfast and lunch-- even on a rainy day. And for days that you just want to lounge in front of the TV, you can cast all your favorite streaming apps from your phone. If you want the perfect place to call home on Kauai, stay here! Just bring lots of bug repellent, remember to close the windows and doors at night, and turn off the lights when no longer needed. :) A big thank you to our hosts for making our elopement trip all the more romantic and dreamy. We loved every bit of it, and are happy to say our first meal as husband and wife was shared right on the patio of the Hanalei Beach Moon Cottage. ♡


Dan S.
December 2021
Loved our stay!


David W.
October 2021
Perfect little cottage for the two of us, right on the beach at Hanalei Bay. Rain, sun, surf, sand---and rainbows...


mark m.
August 2021
We stayed two weeks, and would have moved in if Suzanne would let us! Paradise.


Lathan H.
August 2021
Perfect place, footsteps away from Hanalei Beach and a short walk into town. The cottage is very comfortable and breezy throughout the day.


Christian R.
June 2021
We tried slow and loved it! From the moment we arrived in Hanalei everything felt right. And the cottage was just perfect for us. The views were awesome and so was the beach, which was a short stroll across the lawn. Also loved the outdoor shower, covered lanai and well-appointed kitchen. We can’t wait to go back.

Note: Vacancy calendar is approximate. Visit the owner/manager's reservation site to verify your dates.