Lae Nani, Kauai

Lae Nani is a centrally located oceanfront condominium complex in Wailua just south of Kapaa. Lae Nani features a pool, tennis court, and neat ocean tidal pool. Although beachfront, the ocean here is usually too rough to swim in, but good for beach walks. Wailua Bay and river are located just to the south. Less than 5 minutes away is Lydgate beach park, one of the safest snorkeling and swimming spots on Kauai with its man made tide pool. The park also features a playground and fort for children. A couple minutes south of Lydgate is Nukolii Beach, a beautiful walking beach.

    Lae Nani Quick Facts:


  • Address: 410 Papaloa Rd,Kapa?a, HI 96746
  • Property Size: ~4.6 acres (84 units)
  • Reviews: 4.87 / 5.0 (from 2998 reviews)
  • Average Price: $432/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Lae Nani Vacation Rentals

Lae Nani Average Rates


As of November 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Lae Nani is $432. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $576. 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 Lae Nani Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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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.

Travelers consistently love Lae Nani’s setting: lush, botanical-style grounds with tiki torches at night, a large, well-kept oceanfront pool, and a small, sheltered “keiki” lagoon that’s great for little ones. Most units face beautiful sunrises and soothing wave sounds, and many guests spend hours on their lanais taking in the views. The location is a major highlight—right on the beach and an easy walk to Coconut Marketplace (shops, ABC store, farmers market) and Lava Lava Beach Club—while its mid‑island spot in Kapa‘a/Wailua makes day trips north or south simple.

Condos are individually owned, but the overall trend is positive: many are clean, updated, and thoughtfully stocked with full kitchens, beach gear (chairs, coolers, boogie boards, umbrellas), and comfy beds; several offer in‑unit laundry while others use an onsite coin/app laundry. Families appreciate the quiet, safe, low‑key vibe, the lawns with loungers, and extras like BBQs, pickleball/tennis, and the coastal path nearby. Hosts and managers are frequently praised for clear communication and fast responses, and repeat stays are common.

Common caveats to know: not all units have air conditioning; many have A/C in bedrooms only, portable units can be noisy, and top floors can feel warm and humid in late summer—so book to your comfort. Buildings are low‑rise with no elevators, so expect stairs, and some oceanfront buildings are a longer walk from parking. The beach is lovely but the open water can have strong surf and a narrower sandy area; the protected lagoon and the pool are great alternatives, with prime snorkeling/swimming often a short drive away. As with any condo complex, occasional unit‑specific maintenance or housekeeping hiccups and daytime landscaping/construction noise pop up, and Kauai’s roosters and seasonal shearwaters can be vocal at night. Check unit details for A/C, laundry, floor level, and recent reviews to match your preferences.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Lae Nani Reviews


Fantastic stay. Everything was great: property grounds were beautiful, great ocean views, fabulous/clean/comfortable condo, communication & assistance from property manager was great, great location on the island itself, pool was nice with view of ocean, and nice swimmable parts of ocean beach. I would highly recommend and we will definitely be back to stay here again.
Sarah T.
August 2025

Stunning view, lovely unit. Stay at Lae Nani!
Staniel S.
August 2025

Excellent condo. The unit looks 100 times better in person.
rajal p.
August 2025

Excellent location of condo with accessible beach. Beach equipment provided by the host.Fully furnished kitchen. Beach towels also available for use. A coin operated washing machine is available to use.
Amrat V.
August 2025

Unit was fantastic for our Hawaiian get away. Check in was seamless. Location is great with a walking path and amenities nearby. Fantastic beach access and pool as well.
Scott S.
August 2025

This is a very comfortable condo in a great location. There's a view of the ocean and a short walk across the landscaped grounds to the beach. The condo is very nicely decorated with attractive artwork and furniture. The rental management agency was very responsive when we contacted them about a couple of issues. The first was when we went to take showers and discovered that there was no soap or shampoo in either shower. We used bar soap from the sink and the management agency had a housekeeper deliver soap for the showers that afternoon, but I was informed that shampoo was considered a personal item and was not provided. First time I've encountered that at a rental. We purchased some shampoo and left it for the next guests. When we went to make dinner we discovered that there was no cutting board anywhere in the kitchen. Perhaps a previous guest had taken it to one of the outside grills and left it there. The agency had 2 cutting boards delivered in the afternoon. Neither of these issues really detracted from the experience of staying in such a great place.
Stephen G.
August 2025

Beautiful views on a beautiful property. We made use of the pool and the grills. Evenings were spent relaxing on the lanai. We really enjoyed this location as we felt we were in the middle of the island and had equal access to both the north and south.
Cindy K.
August 2025

Everything you need is at your finger tips! And that includes the walk to the ocean Check in-out easy Well furnished and well taken care of.
Tawny M.
August 2025

Great experience! 15 minutes from airport, walking distance to Coconut Marketplace. This time of year the Lae Nani beach can have a bit stronger waves, but there is a calm tide pool on the property where you can enjoy. Place itself is very charming and comfortable stay. We would absolutely stay here again!
Sara D.
August 2025

Beautiful view, clean, and well-stocked.Listing description and photos are accurate.Check-in and check-out were easy and communication with the owner was excellent.
Aimee
August 2025

The place was beautiful, location was perfect within walking distance to coconut market where everything you needed was at. The condo was fully stocked with all the amenities needed for a long stay. We cooked breakfast, and dinner most of the time. Enjoyed the patio overlooking the grassy and sandy beach. The condo was on the second floor facing the beach which was only a few steps away. The only down side is that it did not have AC or elevator which was not so good if you are brining a big luggage. We came in July which was very humid and hot. An AC at least in the bedrooms would have made my stay even better.Another down side was host often very slow in responding not sure if it was my reception or something else. Overall I would very much recommend this place despite not having an AC. Our time here was amazing and great. My daughter and her friend loved the location and all the shops within walking distance.The place was very clean, spacious and the beds were very comfortable. I loved everything about the condo except not having an AC and an elevator. We also road bikes on the trail to Kapa’a beach which was right next to the condo. If it’s your first time to Kaua’i I would highly recommend Kapa’a location and these condos, everything happens in this town.
Joyce F.
August 2025

Beautiful property and unit. Gorgeous views and great location. We hope to come back soon!
Grace R.
August 2025

A beautiful view
Karla G.
August 2025

Lovely condo. Beautiful location. Plenty of room with comfortable furniture - both inside and on the lanai. The grounds are impeccable. Easy access to sandy beaches, stores, restaurants, and both ends of the island. The host was easy to work with. Check in and out were smooth. Highly recommend.
Terri A.
August 2025

Great location property was extremely well maintained and beautiful
Dairl S.
August 2025

Could not have enjoyed our stay more. Hosts were fantastic.
Thomas W.
August 2025

My wife and I have stayed in different units at the Lae Nani over the last 25 years. This is one of the best. Comfortable bed, updated bathrooms, nice decor, plenty of beach toys and patio furniture. The A/C in the bedroom and living room was a big plus.
Dennis L.
August 2025

The property is lovely, beautiful area and view. The the property owner were so very gracious to give us a place to evaluate to during a tsunami scare which was over and above!
LISA R.
August 2025

This is our fifth visit to Kauai and this was the best condo we’ve stayed at, I will book this exact condo again for our next visit. Steps from the pool and beach. Very well appointed with absolutely everything you will need. Perfect location in the middle of the island. The best ocean view!
Alina D.
August 2025

Unit was nicely decorated and in great condition. Appreciated the beach chairs, beach umbrella, cooler and boogie board. Property manager was easy to deal with.Would definitely stay again and probably will.Mahalo.
David J S.
August 2025

Check-in was seamless and kitchen fully stocked. We did not want for anything.
Scott B.
August 2025

Hands down this is one of the best VRBO experiences we have ever had. Kara was so responsive and helpful. The property is AMAZING. Seriously stocked with anything and everything you might need. I found myself saying, "I wonder if they have..." and then I would look in the most logical place it would be and the item would be there! Truly they have thought of everything. The view is simply spectacular. We arrived when it was pitch black at night so we couldn't see the view, and when I awoke to the waves the next morning, the view brought me to tears. It is absolute heaven on earth. Location great for exploring both ends of the island and so close to airport. Lae Nani is DEFINITELY the best beach we could have stayed on the eastside. Beautiful little cove, gorgeous expansive lawn, beautifully maintained property grounds. Simply stunning. Beds were comfortable, and it was nice to have totally separate living spaces for our two teen girls (whose room looked like a bomb exploded with their clothes and we did not have to see it cause the room is tucked in the back at the end of the hall!) Perfection! I would stay here again in a heartbeat. I think this condo is in the ideal building (for us at least) because it is so private and close to the sand. Loved! Loved! Loved! Thank you Kara!!!
Jennifer S.
July 2025

Absolutely perfect, dream place to stay. We will be back.
Caitlin L.
July 2025

My wife and I shared this lovely condominium for our 35th wedding anniversary. It did not disappoint. Checked all the boxes great pool access to beach and the sounds at night (waves) were awesome.
Ray O.
July 2025

Great place. The view from the balkony is to die for. The place was well equipped, clean and cozy. We like this close location to Coconut Market. We did not have any problems with the place and we enjoyed it a lot.
Anna G.
July 2025

Beautiful first floor condo with a pool side view shown in the pictures below. The additional half bath and air conditioning in the bedroom were nice additions. We had an enjoyable stay!
Eboni S.
July 2025

Our stay was wonderful. We appreciated the details like having beach equipment, towels and coolers available as well as night lights and charger ports in the condo. The beautiful and well equipped kitchen and washer dryer really helped our family for the logistics of life. We loved the beach access and the pool. It was all so picturesque and lovely. The location was perfect and access to groceries and restaurants as well island activities was easy. Mahalo for a great stay.
Lynn G.
July 2025

This place delivers an amazing time, every time. It is comfortable, relaxing, and a great location. This was our second visit to the same condo and we felt right at home. The ocean view and sound of the waves crashing bring a peaceful atmosphere.
Raymond O.
July 2025

Loved our stay at Lae Nani. Great views, convenient location, pool nice, beach access is great. Condo had everything we needed for our stay.
Sheila V.
July 2025

Loved the central location. Room was quiet. Loved the air conditioning in the bedroom, free parking and fabulous view out the lanai. Nice having two bathrooms.
Wanda S.
July 2025

We loved our stay at Lae Nani. The condo was immaculate, in a perfect location, with views straight out of a postcard. This condo is better than the pictures, especially the patio and the grounds. The condo has everything you need for a perfect stay. Carol was responsive to any questions we had, including sending someone over to help us locate items we needed. We used lounge chairs provided by the resort to relax in the shade of palm trees, and we loved the kieki pond. There is a great beachfront restaurant right next door, and the coconut marketplace is a short walk with a store, restaurants, farmer's market, and shops. I wish we could have stayed longer !
Johna T.
July 2025

Breathtaking view from the lanai! We will be back again.
Sara C.
July 2025

The beach and surf is right there for you to enjoy. You can hear the surf all day long and and the swimming is fantastic.You can walk to the Coconut marketplace to hear some live music or get something to eat. This was an amazing vacation.
Jeff C.
July 2025

Great property and location if you want to be in the middle of both sides of the island. Host was great. Place had everything you would need - towels, snorkeling, chairs, boogie boards, skim board, umbrella. Only difficult thing about any place on the island is no AC. The air flow was good with opening the windows and doors, but if you are a sweaty person this might be hard to get used to with the humidity. The view was amazing and perfect of the ocean. The beach was nice and private and small pool ocean area was nice for the kids. Waves were good for boogie boarding. Front office staff were very friendly and helpful. Having the shopping center right next door was also very convenient. Highly recommend if you are wanting to stay in a good central area.
April H.
July 2025

Lae Nani has perfect old Hawaiian charm and this unit was perfectly located and immaculate! Full ocean view from this location, I loved watching the tides and beach changing all day. Nice furnishings, kitchen very well stocked, good wifi signal. Wailua/Kapaa's is an excellent location whether we were going south/west or north to explore and meet up with activities. Best place to stay on Kauai!!
Angelia C.
July 2025

This wasn't our first visit to Lae Nani, but this condo will be where we stay moving forward. Completely private with the best views of the ocean and the property. AC keeps the rooms comfortable and it is furnished with everything you could need for your stay. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a quiet, well maintained residence.
Christopher S.
July 2025

My husband and I stayed here for our 10 year wedding anniversary and had the most incredible time! You can’t be more oceanfront than this property, the sounds of the ocean waves at night and during the day were truly therapeutic. The location is perfect, walking distance to restaurants and shops, plus you’re right in between north and south shore. The unit has everything you need too! We even stayed during pretty high temps, but the fans work really well in the living area and the AC in the bedroom was all you need. If we ever get the chance to escape the kiddos again, we know where we’ll be staying!
Brit R.
July 2025

Paradise! Beautiful condo in a great location! Was perfect for our family of 4!
Patricia K.
July 2025

Beautiful condo. Beautiful gardens and area. We enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning soon
Becca K.
July 2025

The view and location are perfect!
Steffanie S.
July 2025

The view was amazing, the condo was awesome, the beach is right there, the pool is even closer, Lava Lava restaurant is next door. I’m going back. Neighbors all so nice too. Just take care of this place because the owners obviously care about it.
Jeffrey L.
July 2025

Very clean. Great location; quiet beach and walk to great Malissa’s and plenty restaurants. Beach gear was a great bonus.
Michelle S.
July 2025

Very clean, nice, and it’s all about location, location, location. The condo had everything we needed. Great condo and great location.
Kendra M.
July 2025

Beautiful condo, best view!! Everything needed for an unforgettable stay. W/D in unit, beach chairs and gear , we had the best time. We will definitely book again if it's available
Leanna M.
July 2025

This is our second stay at Lae Nani and it did not disappoint. One of the most beautiful properties. This unit’s view is breathtaking. One of the closest units to the beach. Unit was equipped with everything we needed. Great communication and customer service with property management team. Till next time, mahalo!!
Amelia D.
July 2025

This is our 6th time staying at Lae Nani and this condo was wonderful. Clean, great communication, and it had everything we could ask for. A bonus was the pull out bed was super comfortable!! Thanks for a great stay!
Kendra M.
July 2025

This condo was great for our family of 4. The AC in the bedrooms worked great and made it very comfortable for sleeping. The location of the building was a little further away from the ocean than we had thought we would be, but is was just a short walk. The ammenities were all great, loved the beach blankets! We felt safe and at home. The couch was very firm and not super comfortable, but luckily we spent most of our time outside or on the lanai!
Keri B.
July 2025

Amazing location, beautiful views and wonderful ocean access.
Robert O.
July 2025

Great location and excellent view!
Rachel S.
July 2025

Absolutely PERFECT stay at Paradise Found! I actually spent 6 hours looking at every hotel and condo in Kauai and ended up cancelling a hotel booking to stay here, and I have zero regrets. Our family could not have have rented a better VRBO! Just as shown in the photos, the views are gorgeous and the condo is very well appointed, spacious, and secure. The unit has EVERYTHING you need! Beach chairs, beach towels, games, books, a nice bluetooth stereo, two balconies with comfy and ample seating, closet space with hampers...and a huge folder of restaurants and local attractions with personalized reviews! Ken is so kind and helpful and will answer all of your questions. The area around the condo is quiet and safe, and we appreciated being able to walk to the Coconut Marketplace for groceries, Italian food or BBQ, or just to gift shop or get a gelato. There is also Lava Lava right next door. The kitchen of the condo, however, is chock full of every single cooking utensil, appliance, or dish you might need! The pool is quiet and clean, the grounds are immaculate and full of beautiful flowers and plants, and there is a lovely sacred site on the premises to reflect or watch the daily sunrise. Beds and living room furniture were so comfortable. This unit feels like authentic Hawaii!! I'm sure I forgot to mention something, but I feel like I covered all of the important aspects. Thank you, Ken!! We will be back!
Lisa B.
July 2025


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