Kuhio Shores, Kauai

Kuhio Shores is an oceanfront condo complex in Poipu, a stone's throw from the ocean. All the units feature wonderful ocean views, and some include central air conditioning. Bay side units (numbered from 01 to 09) face into the trade winds and the rising sun while the remainder face south. The complex has a small BBQ area.

Adjacent to Kuhio Shores is Lawai beach, one of the south shore's premier snorkeling spots and the location of several summer-time surf breaks. Also next door is the Beach House restaurant and one of the best sunset viewing spots in Poipu. Kuhio Shores is also a 5 minute walk from Baby Beach, a quiet beach that's fun for infants. The lovely Shops at Kukui'ula are a pleasant 10 minute walk away. There you'll find restaurants, various boutiques, a health food store, live music on Friday's and a Wednesday farmers market..

    Kuhio Shores Quick Facts:


  • Address: 5050 Lawai Rd,Koloa, HI 96756
  • Property Size: ~1.7 acres (75 units)
  • Reviews: 4.88 / 5.0 (from 3625 reviews)
  • Average Price: $458/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Kuhio Shores Vacation Rentals

Kuhio Shores Average Rates


As of September 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kuhio Shores is $458. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $581. 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 Kuhio Shores Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

Kuhio Shores's Best Rentals

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


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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.

Based on the guest reviews, the Kuhio Shores condo resort on Kauai is highly praised for its stunning oceanfront views, clean and modern units, and excellent location in Poipu. Guests enjoyed watching sea turtles, sunrises, and sunsets from their lanais, and appreciated the fully furnished kitchens and beach amenities provided. The proximity to snorkeling spots, beaches, and restaurants added to the convenience and enjoyment of their stays. The hosts were commended for their responsiveness and hospitality. Overall, guests had memorable and relaxing experiences at Kuhio Shores, making it a highly recommended place to stay on Kauai. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 guest reviews.

Recent Kuhio Shores Reviews


Beautiful condo in our favorite complex on Kauai. Everything was as advertised, we hope to bw back soon.
Helen B.
June 2025

Comfortable bed. Great view of surfers and turtles feeding. This is a great unit with a wide view and wonderful for watching whales in season.
Ronald D.
June 2025

We had a wonderful week here celebrating our 25th anniversary! The condo was in an excellent area that was close to so many different things we wanted to do and the views, layout and cleanliness of the condo was perfect for us! Just a short 5-7 minute drive to Poipu beach to see the sea turtles or grab a Puka Dog, lots of restaurant and shopping options under 5 minutes away by car or a short walk and the most surprising thing I didn’t realize is this condo is located right by The Beach House which had the most stunning views of the sunset! So you can watch the sunset from this location without needing dinner reservations! The condo is well stocked with kitchen items if you want to prepare your own meals and also has toilet paper, trash bags, shampoo/conditioner and body wash all provided which was so nice! We would definitely stay here again if we find ourselves back on Kaua’i!
Amy P.
June 2025

We had a great stay! The condo was well furnished and supplied by the owners. They provided a binder with information about the unit and the area (restaurants, activities, etc.) which was very helpful. The views from the condo were fantastic - we had a great time relaxing on the lanai watching the sea turtles. Evenings on the lawn of the complex were great for watching surfers and the sunset. We also appreciated the laundry facilities at the complex. We highly recommended this condo!
Diane W.
June 2025

Relaxing, beautiful, beachy decor. Plenty of seating, great beds, palm/pineapple carvings on chairs/beds, every need met in kitchen and bath, beach chairs, sand toys, beach towels all available (some in chest on lanai).Wanted to just be there. Area is beautiful water, waves, volcanic rock, and sand. Great location for Waimea Canyon and Allerton Gardens.
Sharon L.
June 2025

We loved this condo. Clean and had all the amenities you could want for the beach. Would absolutely stay here again. Thank you!
Jeremy K.
June 2025

My husband and I loved our stay in this rental. The ocean views are stunning, and we loved that it was located close to the beach and to shops and restaurants. We highly recommend this property.
Ami C.
June 2025

Beautiful property, comfortable, had ac and free parking!!
Suzanne C.
June 2025

Beautiful oceanfront property. Really enjoyed our stay!
Chanda K.
June 2025

Nice property, great location
Melissa S.
June 2025

cute condo…..what was advertised was not there! said queen pull out sofa bed but just a couch! no soap, no hot water, no tv, took vacasa 24 hours to even respond ! hand to call over and over! offered to bring an air mattress and then did not! very uncomfortable to sleep! i was very very disappointed in vacasa and this rental! will never recommend them to anyone
glenn m.
June 2025

Chris is absolutely a super host, he provided lots of detailed, helpful information before and during our trip which made me feel welcome to the island. The condo is clean, with safety equipment in the bathroom and beautiful view in the lanai. The location closes to nice restaurants, nice beaches, and activities in the South shore. If I come back to Kauai in the future, I won't hesitate to book his condo again.
Lamthao P.
June 2025

This is a wonderful apartment that I hope to return to visit. Communication with the owner was great as well as location and local dining options. So much convenience for a very fair price.
Joe G.
June 2025

Very nice place. Many extras such as spices, Ziplocs, beach chairs, etc. Watching the fish and turtles from the lanai was special.
Debbie K.
June 2025

We had a great stay at Kuhio Shores. Closet had 4 beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, and hats. Kitchen had everything we needed including a little rice cooker and kettle. Great morning views from the lanai, quick walk to Beach House and Lawai Beach for snorkeling. Building is older Hawaiian style so it is comfy and quiet instead of glossy like a big new resort.
Greg
May 2025

The condo is beautiful!! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The owner was very thorough, so we didn't have many questions, but she was helpful and answered quickly when we did have a question. We had an amazing trip. We would definitely stay there again.
Rebecca S.
May 2025

We enjoyed our stay in this clean, nicely decorated and fully stocked, well-equipped unit with wonderful views of the bay and ocean. There is nothing more relaxing than the sound of waves crashing against rocks which you can hear throughout the condo. We began and ended our days on the balcony taking advantage of the views and sounds. We enjoyed seeing turtles in the bay and the nightly migration of parrots coming to roost for the night in the surrounding trees. You can take a short walk around to the grassy area in back and watch some pretty awesome surfing. You can see a small stretch of road looking left from the balcony but it’s not a big deal bc you will be focused on the bay and ocean. We never turned on the TV. The WiFi worked fine. The nearby shopping center has some very nice restaurants. Denise was a great host - very nice and informative and communicated well.
Debbie R.
May 2025

This unit on the third floor had great views of the ocean, surfers and sea turtles. At dusk, thousands of green parakeets fly in to spend the night in the palm trees. Around the West end of the building you can rent snorkel gear and snorkel from the small beach. You will see an amazing number of fish. Every morning we walked up to Living Market for coffee and pastries. Great place to stay.
Richard E.
May 2025

You really can't beat the view from the corner windows. Whenever we were home, we were out on the deck watching the surfers and looking for turtles. The deck is nicely protected from the afternoon sun so we weren't getting scorched. Beds were comfy and the kitchen was well-stocked. We will definitely stay here again.
Teri M.
May 2025

It was great. Condo was great, well appointed. Loved our stay.
David T.
May 2025

Lovely condo, gorgeous view - just as described. We really enjoyed our stay.
Naina S.
May 2025

We loved our stay! The balcony view is stunning, the space is large with lots of natural light, and it is a great location, with a quick walk to the beach. We are so glad we picked a place with A/C. The host was quick to respond to our questions an accommodating. We would stay here again!
Amy T.
May 2025

If you like the ocean, watching surfers and sea turtles, this is the place that is in a fantastic location. The only noise we heard was the ocean. This is a place to plan your vacation dates around. It is perfect! We spent a lot of time on the private balcony watching the ocean and all that it provided. We even had a rainbow one morning. We were thankful for the AC in the bedroom at night. But otherwise we didn’t use it. But nice to know it is available (dual zone: bedroom/living area). I was so sad to leave.
Lori D.
May 2025

Fantastic location. We enjoyed watching surfers (and turtles) everyone morning and afternoon. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, beach and Spouting Horn. Easy drive to hiking, Port Allen marina and other beaches. Unit itself is a little dated but had everything we needed for a super chill vacation, which is why we come to Kauai.
Carol Ann J.
May 2025

Nice location. The couch is worn out and not clean. The washer/dryers were worn and dated- not in unit and broken on our level. The grounds were beautiful.
Trudi N.
May 2025

This is a nice comfortable condo in a good location. My husband and I particularly enjoyed eating in the lanai watching the ocean. Will definitely consider renting this condo again.
Maria Y.
May 2025

This was a perfect place for us to relax and enjoy the beautiful island of Kauai. So close to the water and with the beautiful view from our balcony we enjoyed “staying in” for a few dinners. We would definitely recommend the location to friends and family looking for a place in Kauai.
Mary G.
May 2025

This property has the most beautiful view! We watched the waves, sea turtles and surfers from our balcony. The balcony is totally private, and you can see up and down the coast totally unobstructed. It is in a perfect location near Poipu Beach. Close to restaurants and shopping. The condo is very well equipped in the kitchen and all rooms are comfortable.
pat m.
May 2025

My wife and I stayed here for the second half of our honeymoon and we couldn’t be happier. Amazing location, spacious unit, comfortable bed, and gorgeous balcony views. The apartment has great beach gear and we only had to rent snorkels and fins from down the street. Laundry is in the building and quarters only, but this wasn’t an issue as we didn’t do laundry. Owner was super communicative and helped us resolve an issue with WiFi. Overall, great place to stay.
Jeremy M.
May 2025

I miss this place! Such a magical, relaxing, well-appointed, and peaceful condo right on the ocean. Hearing the waves while inside with the screen door and window open was such a relaxing dream. Owners were excellent to communicate with. Would definitely stay again, highly recommend!!
Mark Q.
May 2025

We visited many parts of the island and were always grateful to come back to our spot. Walking out of your condo into the grass, being able to enjoy the water and watch turtles and surfers was great. The property does a great job of keeping it just for their tenants. The host kept us informed well. Would definitely stay here again.
Teresa M.
May 2025

The property was clean and beautifully decorated in island theme with well manicured grounds and a comfortable bed. The lanai opens to a sunrise and the sound of waves. What a view! We sat and looked at it for hours, coffee in the morning and wine at night.Walk around the corner of the building and watch the sunset. Probably about 30 or 40 feet from the ocean! Great Snorkeling, lots of turtles, beaches, shopping, all kinds of food options minutes away. The host is amazing, helpful, and responsive. We will definitely come back. I wish I could give a 5 1/2 star rating!
Greg W.
May 2025

Loved listening to the ocean on porch
SHANE H.
May 2025

Fantastic location and views! We couldn’t get enough of the views from the balcony. Would definitely stay here again. Debbie had great communication and let us know as soon as the unit was ready. Thanks for a great stay!
Tammi W.
May 2025

Granddaughter trip to Kauai
William E.
May 2025

Loved the location! All was well except the bathroom window was broken and couldnt be locked and you could see into the bathroom. Other than that it was a great location and exactly as advertised. Would stay again.
Janie S.
May 2025

Love our stay. Condo was great and owner/property manager was a dream to work with. Will recommend to all my friends wanted to make this trip!
Donita B.
May 2025

We loved staying at this condo and appreciated all of the time and attention Nancy gave to making sure our trip was amazing. She was so great to tell us if restaurants and outings we could do. We had an amazing time and would definitely stay here again. It was beyond our expectations!
Maria G.
May 2025

Beautiful condo right on the water. Stocked with everything you might need. Owner very responsive and friendly. Highly recommend.
Sharon I.
May 2025

We loved the condo- it was decorated so nicely and the perfect size for the 2 of us. The amazing views from the lanai were so beautiful! Sara was an amazing host- so quick to respond to any questions we had. Would highly recommend this condo at Kuhio Shores!
Ellen T.
May 2025

Great condo with an excellent location. Everything is provided for you.Communication with the property manager is difficult
john p.
May 2025

This condo is located in Kuhio Shores right on the coastline, next to the Beach House Restaurant. It is on the top floor. We absolutely loved our stay and will return in the future. The condo unit is very quiet with mostly retired folks and the view from this unit is unmatched. We ate most of our dinners in as the views from this unit are better than any restaurant you will find. The unit was amazingly clean, AC and ceiling fans kept us cool, bed was comfortable and kitchen well stocked. There are 2 sand chairs and 2 beach towels provided. We watched the sunrise, sunsets, sea turtles and surfers from our lanai!Our ONLY complaint is the couch is quite uncomfortable. It's more like an outdoor sofa.
Kristy W.
May 2025

We loved our stay at this condo. Great views, close to shopping, very clean and well stocked with essentials! I highly recommend.
KEITH S.
May 2025

Beautiful views! We loved the ocean sounds while sleeping. Convenient location. Would definitely stay again.
Barbara S.
May 2025

Our stay at Kuhio Shores was as advertised in the VRBO listing. While the noise from Lawa'i Road was at times distracting it was never annoying. We toured the entire island of Kauai from this location. The information provided enabled us to choose a location that met our trip's sightseeing objectives and vacation goals. A 25-minute drive from the Lihue Airport, this corner unit has great views from the Lanai, easy access to South and West shore beaches, restaurants, hiking trails and a boat tour of the Napali Coast. The Lanai overlooks Hoai Bay, what a beautiful sight to wake up to and end the day on. The Beach House Restaurant is a five-minute walk along the backside of Kuhio Shores. Don't miss diner at the Beach House, book a sunset reservation and enjoy the hundreds of Green Parakeets arriving to nest for the night. We spent our last day in Kauai at Salt Pond Beach Park. It was not as crowded as the other beaches in the Poipu area with coves for snorkeling, covered pavilions and restrooms covered. Mahalo
Jim L.
May 2025

Jennifer’s place was fantastic. The ocean view is incredible, with it being a corner unit you have a full view out of multiple parts of the unit, and you’re only about 20ft from the water. We saw sea turtles and walked to the beach, couldn’t have asked for a better location. Only issue was our unit wasn’t ready at check in but we took about an hour walk and came back to everything in order.
Isaac F.
May 2025

Very comfortable place, great spot for a couple, easy parking. And waves rolling in 24/7 below are pleasingly hypnotic!
Daniel S.
May 2025

This Condo was perfect for us. Amazing view and location. Really liked being on the ground floor corner. Did t need the air conditioning as windows open were enough and could hear the waves at night.
Jeff A.
May 2025

This was the perfect spot to call home for a few days! The views are the best!
Julia K.
May 2025

The condo had absolutely everything you could need, the bed was comfortable, and the view was amazing! I don’t know what more you could ask for. The snorkeling at Lawai beach a short walk away was great. Would definitely stay here again!
Katy L.
May 2025


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