Alii Kai, Kauai

Ali'i Kai is a peaceful and quiet condo resort located in Princeville, on the beautiful north shore of Kauai, Hawaii. Nestled on an ocean bluff, the resort offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the Bali Hai mountain range. The resort is known for its immaculate landscaping and is close to world-class golf courses, tennis courts, shopping, dining, and various outdoor activities such as swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing, horseback riding, and hiking. Ali'i Kai features a large heated pool, jacuzzi, children's pool, outdoor shower, and two gas BBQ grills with a covered pavilion for poolside dining.

    Alii Kai Quick Facts:


  • Address: 3830 Edward Rd,Princeville, HI 96722
  • Property Size: ~7.0 acres (56 units)
  • Reviews: 4.85 / 5.0 (from 3244 reviews)
  • Average Price: $485/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Alii Kai Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Alii Kai

Alii Kai Average Rates


As of October 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Alii Kai is $485. These averages include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usually higher). Visit the Alii Kai Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


Reviewer Portrait

The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Staying at Alii Kai feels like a classic North Shore Kauai escape: peaceful, scenic, and close to everything that makes Princeville special. Many condos perch along ocean bluffs with wide-open views—guests rave about watching whales, turtles, dolphins, and seabirds, catching sunrises and sunsets, and falling asleep to the sound of waves. The location is convenient for Hanalei, Anini, Kilauea, and Na Pali outings, with quiet neighborhood walking paths and easy parking. A favorite on-site adventure is the trail down to Turtle Cave—beautiful but steep and slippery, so go only when conditions are safe.

Units are generally spacious and well stocked, often with full kitchens, in‑unit laundry, and lots of beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel sets, coolers). Many have been updated and are very clean, with comfortable beds and thoughtful touches; hosts are frequently praised for clear instructions and responsive communication. The resort amenities—pools, hot tub (varies by phase), and clean gas grills—add to the relaxed, family‑friendly feel and make it easy to cook in and linger on the lanai.

Common trade-offs to know: most condos do not have central A/C, so you’ll rely on tradewinds and fans (some renovated units add bedroom mini‑splits). Heat‑sensitive sleepers and light sleepers should note early‑rising roosters and that sound can carry between floors; upstairs units tend to be quieter. There’s no direct beach access from the cliff, so plan to drive to beaches. As an older complex, a few units feel dated or have minor maintenance/housekeeping hiccups, and occasional complex‑wide issues (like a rare water outage) have occurred; experiences with management responsiveness vary by unit. Overall, guests overwhelmingly love the views, location, and laid‑back vibe—just arrive with island expectations and you’re likely to have a serene North Shore stay.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Alii Kai Reviews


We loved everything about this condo! It was perfect for the four of us. Great location! Very private and quiet. We enjoyed sitting on the patio with a beautiful view. It is beautifully decorated with very nicely updated bathrooms and super comfy beds. We really appreciated having four chairs, a beach umbrella, and a cooler. Our host, Deborah was very responsive and welcoming. We would definitely stay here again.
Fran H.
July 2026

Alan and Vicki were fantastic hosts that were beyond helpful in making this vacation full of wonderful memories for me and my family! Their communication was excellent before and all throughout the trip for all our questions. Their home was perfectly clean and had everything needed for our family. The view of the ocean was indescribable. The area around the property had plenty of fun things to do, from eating at tasty restaurants, to swimming and walking along astounding beaches. Alan and Vicki also gave great recommendations for things to do all around Kauai, such as attending local farmer’s markets, seeing or swimming in beaches, visiting botanical gardens, and hiking interesting trails with all appropriate caution (such as the Kalalau trail). And after filling our days with plenty of recommended activities, we were able to come back to a comfy and clean home base. We only wish we had more time to enjoy the space and explore Kauai, and would love another chance to visit in the future!
Hind J.
July 2026

We had a wonderful trip to Kauai. It was made possible by the great condo we were able to stay in. It is in a great location and allowed for morning walks and amazing rounds of golf at the nearby course. The host was responsive for questions if we had one. We made some wonderful meals in the well equipped kitchen. Just beware of the chickens! They are relentless and everywhere. They don’t bother you much but talk a lot. Thank you for the use of such a great property.
Michael W.
July 2026

Check in was problematic, but seems it was due to VRBO, not owner. But was resolved within a few hours.Everything else was great, and we would book again in the future.
Diana R.
July 2026

Property and views were perfect! Had everything we needed and was very comfortable for our family :)
Brandie B.
July 2026

Great views from all rooms. Host was very responsive to comments and questions. Property is directly above Turtle Cove if you’re up for an adventurous hike down the path and through the water to the actual cave. Queens Bath is also a short 20 minute walk to the trail head. Warning for both trails - avoid after heavy rains! The unit was well stocked; plenty of extra towels, sheets, lots of kitchen supplies. Don’t bother with bottled water as there’s a reverse osmosis filter on the kitchen sink. Great tasting water. Washer and dryerare in the kitchen. Overall , we loved the property, close proximity to the Hanalei, Annini Beach, and Kīlauea areas. It is a ground floor unit so expect some foot traffic and keep your curtains closed when changing . The unit is a bit dated but well maintained , cozy and clean. Beach chairs, umbrella, boogie board in chest outside the front door.
Michael C.
July 2026

The property is great. Ocean view is real.Plenty of beach towels, kitchen is well stocked with dishes and cookware.My recommendation is to snapshot the instructions from the host. There is no reception at the property. We had to drive back in the middle of the night to an area with reception in order to see the pin. The pin is for the door, not the box next to the door. That was unclear in the instruction.The host is very responsive. I texted them 6:30 am for the WIFI password and they responded back in 30 min. I wish that was in the instructions.Generally: well maintained in great location property. Enjoy!
Krasnodara G.
July 2026

The condo was perfect. It sits at the top of the cliffs with a beautiful view of the ocean from all rooms and is decorated with meaningful pictures, lamps and wall hangings that tell the story of Kaui and it's culture. The rooster crows in the morning to let you know the day has come, get out and see the beauty around you. The beds are comfortable, in 2 well appointed rooms, with a pullout couch in the living room. A welcome gift of coffee and wine greeted us when we arrived. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The host provided us with suggestions for places to visit and was helpful when we had questions. I highly recommend you stay here.
Randie
July 2026

Our family of 4 really enjoyed our stay here. As far as the kitchen goes, it's the best-equipped condo/rental home we have ever stayed in and we really appreciated that. Being able to keep, prepare, and even travel with food and snacks by using the available cooler was amazing. The photos are completely representative of the unit - it was clean and bright. Of course there's no AC, that is standard for this region. The temperature inside stayed very comfortable (late June).We loved the pool (and the provided pool noodles). Also, being able to do laundry (with the soap the host provides) was extremely helpful and allowed us to travel to Hawaii with just carry on luggage. There was a bit of a mixup at check in when I never received the entry instructions. It was quickly sorted with a phone call to vrbo. My feedback for the host would be a recommendation to send those instructions through the vrbo app/website to ensure it gets delivered. I would also recommend keeping more towels/washcloths around. The surrounding area is serene and gorgeous. What a gift to be able to take it all in from such a comfortable spot. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Elizabeth V.
July 2026

Clean and bright unit in good location. The unit is a bit tight for 5 people (small bathrooms and one bedroom is pretty small). Very clean with nice towels and bedding. Well stocked kitchen. The beds were too soft for our liking. Ample beach equipment for our use with extras available at rental office. Host was very friendly and easy to communicate with. Gorgeous scenery from back patio. Easy to walk to stores. For light sleepers beware that in many parts of Kauai, roosters will wake you up as early as 3:30AM including a duo of roosters outside our windows nightly.
Stephanie M.
June 2026

Overall a fantastic place to stay! The set up of the condo was great for our family of 4- master bathroom and kitchen were beautiful. Living room was cozy. The A/C units in the bedrooms were lovely. Well stocked with everything we needed and the location was perfect. Host was communicative. Condo was really clean and loved the cement floors! The only down side was there isn’t ocean access within walking distance and the view is a sliver of water from the parking lot. There seems to be “community” chairs overlooking the water but we couldn’t figure out how to get to them without walking through someone’s lawn that was clearly marked “private property do not enter.” Also, the master bedroom mattress is really firm (this is completely preference, so can’t really mark this as a ding, but both my husband and I had sore backs for the first half of our trip). Overall this was a great find.
Christina M.
June 2026

Great views of ocean, pool and rest of condo complex.
Carol W.
June 2026

What a Fantastic Property to stay at for a Small Group of 4. 5 Stars for the Property, Location, Views, and Host! Will come back again! The view of the ocean was a treat!Lots of extra amenities!It was so helpful that all light switches and power outlets were well marked.The location was amazing!
Paulette M.
June 2026

The condo was well furnished, comfortable, and clean. The kitchen had what we needed. My only complaint would be sharper cooking knives.
David B.
June 2026

The unit was exactly as described. It’s also right beside Turtle Cave !!!!
Beth M.
June 2026

Loved it!
Ryan B.
June 2026

This condo was everything as described and shown in the listing. It was the most well stocked vrbo we've ever stayed in on vacation. The view out the windows was simply spectacular. We took sunrise pictures every morning! Alan's communication and emails were the most we've ever received from a property owner and he gave wonderful advice on trips and restaurants. This condo was tremendous and I'm already dreaming of our next trip back to Kauai and staying here. I highly recommend this condo. It's a 10 out of 10 with us.
Cheryl W.
June 2026

Beautiful views
Caroline S.
June 2026

We loved our stay at this VRBO. The only thing that could have made it better is if both girls had a room of their own. However, my youngest made the most of it on the pull-out couch in the living room. The location was ideal as long as you get groceries before you come (there is nothing close). We used this as homebase for exploring the Na Pali coast. It is close to so many beautiful places. The views from the porch are divine. Since there is no A/C, you do wake up each morning to the national anthem of Hawaii--the rooster crow. If you need to do a lot of laundry while you are traveling, know that the washer/dryer is some sort of steam combo and it takes FOREVER to do a load of laundry. That being said, I would totally book this place again.
Rhonda B.
June 2026

This house exceeded all of our expectations. We absolutely loved our stay here. The house is immaculate and decorated so nicely; the beds are super comfortable. The views are stunning! And, we really appreciated the amenities— boogie board, beach chairs, beach towels, cooler bag, umbrellas, etc! The hidden gem is Turtle Cove, which we didn’t really understand when we booked it. The path to turtle cove is adjacent to the deck. It leads down to an amazing treasure of snorkeling, a cave, and turtles. It was really magical! If we come back to Kaua’i, we would love to stay here again. :)
Marlynn L.
June 2026

Beautiful view!
Meri B.
June 2026

Very disappointing. Didn’t look like the pictures of the condo on the site.
Betsy M.
June 2026

Everything you could want from a VRBO. Plus right outside is the trail to Turtle Cove. Tough to beat this 2 Bedroom in Princeville in value and location.
Austin B.
June 2026

This was our third time staying at the Alii Kai complex and this condo was very nicely updated. It is in Alli Kai 2 so it is not right on the bluffs but it is the first row back and you could see the ocean from the lanai and main bedroom. It is a good location for trade winds and with the fans we were always comfortable in the condo. Alii kai 2 also has a nicer pool and a hot tub which we used a few times. There were beach chairs and a small cooler to use. It was quiet..except for the roosters lol. The beds were very comfortable. The living room furniture was not so comfy but we spent most of our time outdoors anyway. I would stay here again..it has everything you need and a nice home base to explore the beautiful north shore!
Jennifer C.
June 2026

Great vacation at an amazing spot. Our condo was very well supplied, clean with amazing grills and an amazing pool. Close to everything we needed. Foodland is a hidden gem as well. Thank you Kaua’i for a vacation of a lifetime
Johnnie W.
June 2026

Clean, comfortable and wonderful view.

June 2026

We really enjoyed out stay here. They provided all the beach equipment you could use. Snorkel equipment, chairs, umbrellas, etc.. The interior also had all the electrical outlets everywhere.
Dale W.
June 2026

The house exceeded our expectations! The comfort and great accommodations with all the extras - chairs, snorkel gear, towels, etc. plus a very well stocked kitchen and laundry room, and great location all made for a wonderful vacation. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
scott c.
June 2026

The stay was magnificent!
Andrew M.
June 2026

Great location with an amazing view of the ridge and distant ocean. Very quiet second floor condo with all the necessary amenities to have a great, comfortable stay. Would definitely stay there again.
Mario C.
June 2026

Stunning views, well equipped kitchen, clean, and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Valerie P.
June 2026

Loved this condo. Excellent location, comfortable beds, close to lots of things to do and great pool and hot tub.
Brittany D.
June 2026

Would definitely stay here again!! The host was amazing and easy to contact and the home was very nice. Absolutely beautiful views of the mountains and a “peek view” of the ocean.
Amy A.
June 2026

This condo has some decent qualities. The view is beautiful. It’s fairly outdated and there are some problems, the main bedroom shower hardly works, the dryer makes a very loud, squeaking sound which is annoying. The kitchen counters are so old you don’t want to prepare food-it’s just kind of creepy. The front door slams, so hard and so loud, it scares anyone in the vicinity. The decor is funny/odd and adds to the old feeling. BEWARE there is no AC. We did ok but had I realized before I would have rented a different place. The Lanai is nice but tiny. The coffee maker needs to be replaced, it’s tiny and the beach equipment also needs updating. We did leave a new boogie board someone gave us as well as some additional staples which are always nice! The price is great. The main bed was comfy. The sheets were kind of icky, no one I know likes black sheets. My daughter found trash behind her nightstand. This property needs some updating and a deep, deep cleaning, though it was clean enough. I think it’s the old, shabbiness is what makes it feel dirty. It has the potential to be nice. It is adequate.
Julia B.
June 2026

We certaily enjoyed our stay! Thanks for sharing your lovely condo with us!
Paul L.
June 2026

We had a wonderful stay. Check in was so easy and Angie was so pleasant to work with. One of our favorite beaches in Hanalei was a short drive away. Well stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, two bathrooms one with a tub and the second with a walk in shower, great for seniors. Beds could have been just a little softer for us oldies. Parking was easy and very close by. We could see the ocean from our front windows, and with a short walk towards the cliff we found benches to sit on to view and enjoy the beautiful ocean. Nice ventilation, with windows open and ceiling fans in every room. No need for air conditioning. So sad to have to go back home. Great place to stay!
Rebecca R.
June 2026

Beautiful unit at a lovely location! Panoramic views of the ocean from living room as well as both bedrooms. The house has been furnished tastefully, I especially loved the master bathroom. Beddings, towels, bath soap amenities were all wonderful. Kitchen was well equipped as well. Host Suzie was prompt and very easy to communicate with. Our kids had a great time playing in the patio, looking for geckos and chicken . Restaurants and Hanalei bay were conveniently close. Overall, we had a wonderful stay, would love to stay again and would highly recommend!
Ashwini D.
June 2026

Good value in Princeville.
Nancy L.
June 2026

Great communication with the host and the VRBO team. The property has had recent renovations.
Richard P.
June 2026

Beautiful property in a great location. Would highly recommend!
Rebecca R.
June 2026

This place was absolutely amazing, and we fell in love with it the moment we arrived. The kitchen was well equipped and very convenient, and the bedroom was cozy and comfortable. We honestly didn’t want to leave. We would definitely stay here again and hope to come back someday!
satoko u.
June 2026

Absolutely wonderful, breathtaking views so relaxing would definitely return
Jill K.
June 2026

Wonderful host! We appreciated her quick response and help. The kitchen and laundry are in the space, just fyi. But having the convenience of a washer and dryer was awesome. If you plan to cook your own food, just know you'll need to purchase seasonings, oil, sugar, flour, etc (if that's what your menu requires). There are some basic kitchen items available. Location was great. Loved that the place had a beautiful view. No loud neighbors...just noisy roosters at 3am ( but expect that anywhere you go haha). Pretty comfy beds. No AC, but that's the norm. Overall, great stay!
Rachelle A.
June 2026

Very nice and lovely place. The lanai with gorgeous mountain views was a perfect hang out spot.
Laura S.
June 2026

This is a great location, I love snorkeling and it's close to some of the best places. Makua/Tunnels is a wonderful place. I took my daughter to Turtle cove, which is pretty much only accessible from this property. Our unit, and the property, was peaceful, although when a group arrived upstairs, they were loud.We didn't need to have the air conditioning on, it was nice to enjoy the breeze, and baby chickens would come visit with their chirp choir. At night you have to avoid stepping on the toads . The ocean view is a short walk out the sliding door, it's a beautiful space to wander. The kitchen had everything I needed to make meals, which helped because eating out was adding up. Foodland is a grocery store nearby that has everything. And having a washer/dryer was handy, we used the beach towels every day.This was the best trip I've had so far!

June 2026

We had four adults staying in this exceptional VRBO and we all loved it. We've rented in many places around the world and this one would definitely make it towards the top of our list. Everything was comfortable, clean, and convenient. The A/C works great and the in home speaker system that you can just hook up via Bluetooth is a super nice touch. The "fun box" on the lanai was full of well kept things to make your beach days more enjoyable. You can haul them right around the outside of the condo to your car and when you return, there is a hose to easily clean everything before it's stored again. The view is awesome! Parking is literally steps away with no stairs involved making luggage and groceries super easy to unload. The BBQ grill was also only about 25 yards away. I never saw anyone except us use it, and it was clean and propane always full. The quality of the furnishings, bedding, paper products, and supplies were top notch. We 100% would rent this place again in a heartbeat. Bravo to people who own/run this VRBO!
Jeff M.
June 2026

Beautiful views and sounds from the bedroom windows. Fabulous sunrises and sunsets!
Valentine R.
June 2026

Awesome place to stay - clean, comfortable and the best views for sunrise and sunset. Great home base for visits to Hanalei and Kapaa. We really enjoyed our stay.
Mike F.
June 2026

Very large and spacious condo for our family. Got texts throughout our stay checking in on us. Nice views and lots of parking available. Right next to Turtle Cave, which my kids visited many times.
Shannon H.
June 2026

This property was absolutely amazing. Ocean views all day long from every room!!!! It was so comfortable (especially with AC in all rooms, if needed) and beautifully decorated. The condo had everything we needed with a well stocked kitchen, full size washer and dryer (very much appreciated), yoga mats for stretching after long days of hiking and activities and plenty of beach gear like chairs and umbrellas etc. The lanai was a perfect spot to enjoy coffee in the morning. Check in was easy, everything was super clean, and Suzie was very responsive from the very beginning. We had no issues at all and wouldn't hesitate to return. Note: if you enjoy hiking, there is even a popular trail called Turtle Cave right next the condo! :-)
Heather S.
June 2026


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