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.
Travelers rave about Kiahuna Plantation’s setting: a classic, low‑rise condo resort with sweeping lawns, mature tropical gardens, and direct access or a short stroll to a sandy, swimmable beach. Guests love the easy walk to Poipu’s shops, restaurants, coffee spots, and the Sheraton, plus sunsets, gentle surf for boogie boarding and beginner surf lessons, and frequent turtle/monk seal sightings. Many highlight it as an ideal, relaxing home base for families and for exploring the South Shore, Waimea Canyon, and beyond.
Units are individually owned, so decor and upgrades vary, but recent guests frequently mention clean, well‑equipped kitchens, comfortable beds, and lanais with garden or partial ocean views. A growing number of condos have air‑conditioning (a big plus on warmer days), while others rely on breezes and fans; many provide beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, coolers). Resort perks stand out: lounge chairs on the great lawn above the beach, BBQs, towel exchange at the beach hut, and guest access to the Poipu Beach Athletic Club across the road (pool with slide and toddler area, hot tub, gym, tennis/pickleball, and a casual restaurant). Hosts and on‑site staff are often praised for friendly, responsive communication.
Common considerations reflect the property’s condo style and size. Quality can vary by unit (some are newly remodeled while a few feel dated), so check photos, recent reviews, and whether A/C is included if that’s important to you. The pool is off‑property across the street and closes relatively early; some back buildings are farther from the beach and closer to road noise; upper floors require stairs; and basic pantry items (oil, salt, spices) are typically not supplied. Light noise from upstairs neighbors, roosters, or sprinklers can occur, and parking can be tight at peak times. Overall sentiment is strongly positive—many repeat guests call Kiahuna a favorite for its unbeatable location, laid‑back vibe, and family‑friendly beach.
This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews
Lovely, well appointed condo. We'd recommend it to anybody. The Kaihuna Plantation is a beautiful place to vacation.
Peggy M.
July 2025
We had an amazing time and the property is beautiful and in a perfect location.
Wendy S.
July 2025
This is probably our 15th stay at Kiahuna and this unit was wonderful. Close to the beach. Quiet. Comfortable.
Daniel B.
July 2025
Our 4th time at Kiahuna plantation, and it was great! My teen daughters enjoyed swimming and sunsets, as well as close by fruit stands! The place had everything to make meals and was close enough to many restaurants when we did not want to cook!
Rick C.
July 2025
Loved staying here! Great view, quiet, clean and comfortable! Hosts were great in their communication with us throughout. Definitely recommend and look forward to returning!
Lisa H.
June 2025
My wife and I had a wonderful week-long stay. The location was perfect, and everything was exactly as advertised. We highly recommend this place and would gladly book again in the future.
RJ H.
June 2025
Traveled with my wife and two kids ages 9 and 14. We booked the unit for 8 nights. After 2 nights we moved to a different location. The unit itself has had some upgrades but still very dated. The beach is in very close proximity but the pool is not. At this price point I would expect more.
Michael H.
June 2025
Clean and well maintained. Lots of beach equipment to use, and the AC was great! Would stay here again.
Michelle D.
June 2025
The condo is outstanding. It is bright, open, and feels much bigger than it actually is. The view of the ocean is small, but actually really nice to have. We have stayed in other condo units in the complex and visited many others. This is by far one of the nicest. We hope to return.
Greg D.
June 2025
This was our first time staying in the south part of Kauai and very glad we stayed at this property! It was very nicely situated with a nice view of the green courtyard and a little bit of the ocean. We especially liked that it was just minutes away from the ocean where one could go surf every morning!
Sylvia P.
June 2025
We enjoyed our week long stay in Poipu. The condo was perfect for the two of us. The kitchen is well equipped and everything you need is close at hand. Perfectly situated on the south side of the island there is much to see and do including Na Pali coast, Waimea Canyon, and several beaches. Koala town is a very short drive and worth visiting. Great food all over this side of the island. Brendan was easy to communicate with although we didn’t have any issues. Stay here if you can.
Matthew K.
June 2025
Beautiful view from balcony. Very comfortable furniture. Easy access to beach, Neat and clean!
Nancy G.
June 2025
We had the best vacation! The condo was clean and had A/C throughout. The owner was easy to get in touch with as well as the front desk. We enjoyed our stay and loved property and location! Would return in the future!
Christie C.
June 2025
The unit was well located and reasonably close to the beach. We loved the lanai suspended at ground level with trees and plants in front, creating a sense of privacy and shade! This was an end unit so we had the benefit of cross-breezes front-to-back and at the side. We were close to the laundromat, and the registration office, so that was handy. Parking was easy and nearby. Overall a very private unit. We had a great time on the Plantation and in Kauai!
John Z.
June 2025
This was the perfect property and condo for a wonderful family vacation! We will be back!
Wendy G.
June 2025
This is a comfortable unit with a great lanai in a quiet area of the property. The owners are responsive and great to work with. We had a great time!
Laura H.
June 2025
We’ve stayed in the Poipu area before, this unit was very convenient, with a great lanai and several easily accessible BBQs. It’s also close to the Sheraton for restaurants and drinks. There was plenty of parking, and it’s very close to Little Fish coffee and the Poipu Shopping Village with retail shops, restaurants etc. You get the best of the VRBO experience, with plenty of facilities close - we’d definitely stay here again!
David K.
June 2025
Photos provided by host are accurate. Place is as described with plenty of beach toys and equipment in activity closet. Kauai is a beautiful island that is less developed but enough to entertain the kids. The beach view is great from the living room and balancing. Beach is right there and kids loved it. Didn’t need to use the pool at the club because the beach was perfect each day, even on a partial rainy day. Host was very informative and communicative. Happy with our stay.
Chau B.
June 2025
Lovely property. Very clean, you can hear the waves and walk to body boarding perfect beach Poipu.
Alina O.
June 2025
This exceeded my expectations! Very comfortable, the bed was amazing. Well equipped unit that had all the appliances we needed, including a coffee grinder and French press for our fresh Kauai coffee bean we bought at the plantation. Location was perfect for Kauai. We saw the entire island in a week. Beach was great. Grounds were clean and had plenty of space. We will be back!
Brian P.
June 2025
Property was well maintained and had a fully stocked kitchen to save on dining out. Grounds staff also do a great job of maintaining the outdoor BBQs. Very nice way to have a relaxing cookout on the beach. Owner personally reached out upon our arrival to make sure everything met our expectations during our stay. Great location for families with young children (everything you need is within easy walking distance).
Marshall C.
June 2025
The condo was clean, fully stocked kitchen with tons of beach items and even a tidy selection of children's books and toys that my two young boys absolutely loved. So lovely to hang out on the lanai, easy walk to the beach and also easy access to shopping across the street. Could not recommend more highly.
Peggy M.
June 2025
Our host made us feel very welcome! Our condominium was peaceful with a good view of the ocean. It was private and enjoyable.
Valerie N.
June 2025
Highly recommend this condo! A/C, newly remodeled, and a super responsive owner. Loved the partial ocean view and all the beach equipment, in the storage closet. Nice, roomy layout with space for all.
Brenda F.
June 2025
Highly recommend this condo! A/C, newly remodeled, and a super responsive owner. Loved the included towel exchange and easy lawn access—perfect for the kids to play right outside.
Brenda F.
June 2025
Highly recommend this condo! It has A/C, is recently remodeled, and the owner was super responsive. Loved the included towel exchange and all the beach/snorkel gear in the storage closet!
Brenda F.
June 2025
We loved this condo and the great location. We would stay here again.
Jenny C.
June 2025
Very relaxing and quiet!
Sheila H.
June 2025
The location was amazing, like staying in a botanical garden right on the beach. Short walks to the pool and shopping was a hit with my teens.
Paul M.
June 2025
Beautiful beach, beautiful weather, beautiful island. Condo is great, needs bed update.
Carol S.
June 2025
Great property, beautiful location, great communication with excellent Host
Stefan J.
June 2025
We booked this trip very last minute. The owner, Brendan, was very helpful. He responded to communications quickly and was very easy to book with. Any questions we had he answered right away. The unit is amazing. It’s upgraded and beautiful. Having a washer and dryer was a big added bonus. We have stayed at the Kiahuna Plantation before but never in a unit with AC. It hasn’t ever been a deal breaker but this unit spoiled us with AC! It was nice to come back to the room hot and turn it on to cool us off quickly! Kitchen has everything you need. We did a lot of cooking instead of eating out and it was helpful to have all the utensils we needed. Bed was super comfy and even the pull out couch bed was comfortable. It’s a fairly short walk to the beach and you can even see the ocean from the lanai. We would definitely stay again!
Jane M.
June 2025
We came to Hawaii to celebrate my husband’s 40th birthday, and this home was absolutely perfect for the occasion. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we could possibly need, and the beds were incredibly comfortable—we especially loved the pillows! The view was simply breathtaking too. We highly recommend staying here and will definitely be back. Thank you so much for hosting us!
Heather N.
June 2025
Loved the place but not the best communication. If it wasn't for that I'd give 5 stars so id say 3 stars.
Chris C.
June 2025
I was impressed with the staff. Everyone we came in contact with was helpful and very friendly. One of the gardeners even stopped and gove us a beautiful flower. And offered help before we had a chance to ask. I loved that. And the fact that you have taken in a few homeless cats. Which helps us from missing our own back home. And saving their lives. Thanks
Kathryn R.
June 2025
The property felt safe, was clean and nice. Across the street from food and a Starbucks. The only complaint was that I thought the couch was a lil smelly which made me double think the cleanliness of the pull out. I was a lil apprehensive about the pool being across the street but the pool was the best part! It was so much fun and had food and drink service. Was also laid back and clean. The beach was a short walk away as well and was nice and sandy! Would stay again!
Aulani W.
June 2025
The location was great. Just a short walk to the beach. The condo was well equipped and great communication with the vrbo owner. Only thing I would highlight would to make sure to either bring your own towels/wash cloths or make sure you utilize what you have. You can get them swapped out for 16 a set. Or i guess you could wash them as there is laundry service area just across the drive.
Amanda M.
June 2025
We had a fabulous time at Kasey & Mike’s Kiahuna Plantation condo. It was just the right size for a family of 3 and very well-equipped. It was great to have the beach gear to use as well. The location was perfect, walk to the beach, close to shops and dining. Kasey reached out the day we arrived and was so easy to work with, even helping us out when we needed a late check out.Wonderful stay!
Emily B.
June 2025
Perfect location with great view of the beach. Everything about this condo was done to perfection. Lovely decor w/quality upgrades. We’ve been coming to Kauai for 53 years and this is the best spot we have found. The gift card from the owner was a nice surprise!
G K.
June 2025
The unit is wonderful. Great location. Beautifully appointed . Wake up to the sounds of the waves .
Christine M.
June 2025
What a great place in such a beautiful location. Our stay was everything we’d hoped it would be. There are a lot of choices in this area but I can’t imagine any better than this beautiful home. Thank you!
Jim B.
June 2025
This place was perfect for my family of 6. Had everything we needed for our 8 day stay.
Jessica S.
June 2025
Kiahuna Plantation is a beautiful property with so many mature trees and flowering bushes. We loved the great lawn and location right on the beach. The condo is as advertised and we enjoyed sitting on the lanai with the view of the beach. Thank you Bill! We hope to visit again someday!!
Cara C.
June 2025
It had everything we needed for a week in Kauai!
Matthew M.
June 2025
My family of 4 had a wonderful stay in this condo and are counting the days until we can go back. My 8 year old had the best time running around making new friends with kids in neighboring condos and the rest of us loved sitting out on the lanai drinking coffee and enjoying the amazing view. Communication with the owners was great and check in was very easy. An added bonus was the beach gear that was provided.
Katie M.
June 2025
We loved our stay. The property and grounds are even more beautiful than the pictures. It was a great spot close to the activities we wanted to do. I particularly loved having access to a kitchen to help prepare for early mornings leaving for boating or hiking. It was also very easy to get into a few towns nearby for dinner. We enjoyed the open air gym access and the pool nearby, but being so close to the beach was the best. Communication with Mark was great and super helpful. I would love to stay here again in the future.
Natalie L.
June 2025
I can’t say enough about how wonderful our stay was. The resort is beautiful and the condo was absolutely perfect. Great selection of beach gear. Kitchen had everything we needed. Super quick walk to the beach. Kim was extremely responsive. Highly recommend!
Diane F.
June 2025
Absolutely loved this place! It was right by the parking lot, had an amazing view of the ocean, and was a short 4 minute walk to the beach. It had everything we needed. There was also a great little coffee truck right across the street. It was a great stay and I would definitely go back!
Elyse P.
June 2025
Perfect location
Carie B.
June 2025
Great spot on beautiful grounds, just a short walk to the swimmable sandy beach. Nicely updated and had everything we needed. Clean and comfortable. Towel exchange at the beach is super handy. Athletic club across the street is an added bonus along with the front desk to answer any other questions. This was our second time staying at this resort and this unit was updated and mich nicer than the first one we stayed in. The ac is another bonus. Nice grassy area right off the lanai. Great location and short drives to most places you’d want to visit. Only complaint is that the people staying above us were heavy footed stompers who you could hear above noise machines and earplugs. No control over that obviously, otherwise the unit is perfect and would definitely stay again.
Megan W.
June 2025