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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 3400 reviews)
  • Average Price: $513/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Lae Nani Vacation Rentals

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Lae Nani Average Rates


As of November 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Lae Nani is $513. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $643. 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.

What Do Guests Think? An 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.

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


The property was absolutely wonderful. Everything was clean and met our expectations. The hosts were very easy to reach and were able to help with anything we had questions about. We will definitely stay at this property again!!
Kathy V.
August 2026

This property is in perfect location . Walking distance to everything. Would love to stay in Lae Nani again . -Needs some basic upgrades , Lani needs little cleaning you can see the dirt as they haven't been cleaned, table can use some paint touch or to a new set you see see detering from salt water damage. -Room walls needs some wiping you can see the marks or the dirt on the walls some of the cabinets inside needs to be cleaned as you can see the dirt and the stains on the sleeves . These are just the basic cleaning other than that this unit is in a perfect location for a size of a family of five it's a perfect location like I said perfect spot for everything is a walking distance anyone with the kids I would highly recommend staying here.
Ashika S.
August 2026

It’s all in the details. Often rentals have good locations or views, but fall short on the small things that make a stay comfortable. In addition, I often wonder if I need to bring things from home or not. This condo had many of the small things that I appreciated, and I’ll share that here. First, I think the description and photos that they provided are pretty accurate. We were here with our adult kids and grandkids. We really liked the close proximity to the pool and the very easy walk to the beach. There’s a sheltered swim area that was great for the kids, at least at low tide. The house was comfortable, especially with the Air conditioning in the bedroom. The a/c doesn’t cool the whole condo, but there are lots of fans. The kitchen is well stocked. Tons of plates, bowls, glasses. Lots of ice cube trays. They have a coffee grinder and pot, but did NOT have any starting supply of coffee which I thought was weird. Also had most normal small appliances. The bedroom closet had a bunch of good stuff: 2-boogie boards, 3-beach sand chairs, beach umbrella, small rain umbrella, pool floating chair, a bucket of sand toys, pool noodle, large cooler with ice packs, ironing board with iron, hangers, and a basket of misc other stuff. The Murphy bed was comfortable and easy to use. The regular bed was also comfortable. Two bathrooms, but only one shower. TP and shampoo were terrible, bring your own. Nice supply of reading and Kauai reference books. Overall, very nice rental.
Richard L.
August 2026

The property was very well situated for pool use, access to the beach, and a walk way along the ocean. It was close to restaurants and food shopping. Kitchen had some useful spices, oils, and tea as well as pots and pans to prepare meals.
Patrick S.
July 2026

Very clean with an amazing view of the beach and easy access to the ocean!

July 2026

We truly enjoyed our stay here! The energy and vibe is so relaxing and happy! The condo had everything we needed and was very comfortable. It was easy to walk to get Acai bowls and Malasadas and there is a market within walking distance as well which was convenient. We would definitely stay here again, it’s a little slice of heaven on earth.
Dana M.
July 2026

Loved the location, clean and comfy! Great for the whole family. .
Stephanie A.
July 2026

Thank you! We loved our stay. The house was clean and had an amazing view. We enjoyed the small swimming spot out front in the evenings and coffee on the lanai in the morning! We hope to be back!
Jennifer S.
July 2026

This property was perfect for a family with kids. The pool and a sheltered beach cove are steps away, and there is a large lawn. Close by, there is a walking path and a park with a great playground and large sheltered beach cove. It seems like many families with kids stay at Lae Nani, and it has a fun atmosphere. My one annoyance was dealing with the host. When I booked the property I was under the impression that this was managed by a family, and was maybe the only or one of just a couple properties they managed, but that was not the case. Right after booking, I asked for a pack’n’play for my one year old to sleep in. I was told that the one the host had was recalled so there wasn’t one available. We booked for 15 nights, and the host couldn’t provide a 50 pack n play? They also told us the laundry was coin operated, so we brought a bunch of quarters, only to find out we could pay via app. Throughout the experience, the communication from the host seemed canned, as if there was no genuine interest in whether or not we enjoyed our stay. There were no beach or pool items at all in the condo (which they let us know several times may or may not be available in the unit), and it was light on basics (there were no tissues provided at all). Overall, the communication wasn’t terrible, but it definitely detracted from the trip.
Shauna L.
July 2026

Fridge had mold and needs replacing , ice maker broken. No grab bars bathroom, toilet stopped working . Shower curtain doesn’t work.No cake pan or electric mixer. Not enough fans or A/C. Missing pictures dining room, No pads for chairs or lounges.No kayak or snorkeling equipment as advertised. Uses pesticides harmful to birds and people.Great vow of beach. Lots of stairs. Close to restaurants and attractions.
Jean M.
July 2026

Great place very clean.
douglas R.
July 2026

I cannot recommend this property enough! The bed is so comfortable, the views are phenomenal, and the home comes fully stocked with everything you need. Beach chairs, float tubes, beach umbrella, and even an ice chest. The little things like zip lock bags, cooking oils, and salt and pepper are even provided. It was the perfect space for myself during my first solo trip to Kauai, and I’ll definitely book this location again! So close to the coconut marketplace, and an easy walk to the Lava Lava Beach Club. And the most perfect beach to swim and snorkel, especially the lava rock enclosed area that made you feel safe to just float or snorkel. I would definitely recommend this location to everyone!
Amber A.
July 2026

The view can’t be beat here! We really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back. We had a few minor hiccups (gate code, bathroom cleaning, and patio under repair), but the host got back with us very quickly and resolved every issue we had. The location is great and within walking distance to many things. We never did quite figure out the AC, but we figured out to just open the windows and patio door and use the fans and a small other fan we purchased. We were in paradise so we managed just fine! Overall, I would definitely stay here again!
Amy G.
July 2026

We absolutely loved the location of this unit and would definitely stay here again! The views were incredible, and it was the perfect place to relax.The only thing we wished the unit had was a washer and dryer.There was a mix-up with our check-in date, so the room hadn't been cleaned when we arrived. We contacted Bernadette, and she responded immediately. While we sat on the patio enjoying the beautiful view, she promptly came over and had the room cleaned for us.Communication throughout our stay was excellent. Bernadette is truly the person to contact if you need anything—she was friendly, responsive, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of.We had a wonderful stay and can't wait to return!
Sonja B.
July 2026

This was the perfect spot for my husband and me. Beautiful view of the ocean, walkable complex and close to restaurants and shops. The condo had all the amenities we needed and was very clean.Thanks for a great relaxing week!
Paul L.
July 2026

Beautiful views! Convenient location! Amazing well kept grounds! The unit was very clean. Nice pool. The only issue is the sleeper sofa. It needs to be replaced... very uncomfortable.
Linda C.
July 2026

Great unit to rent.
Tom R.
July 2026

This property was the best condo in the complex. We were walking distance to the beach and the pool was right next to us as well. The gardeners keep the property Immaculate and the security staff were all so pleasant and always around. Everything you need inside the condo was perfect. We could walk to restaurants and go into the town to shop. The entire Island of Kaua’i definitely is my favorite.
Vicki C.
July 2026

What a fabulous place! It had everything we needed and was in a great location. The view was incredible!
Nicky W.
July 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Shhhhh, Lae Nani is such a beautiful and somewhat private property, we want to keep it an exclusive secret. I appreciate the gated access, the impeccable grounds, the ocean views, access and keiki protected enclosure. Walkable to great dining and shopping. Each unit is unique to its owner’s design. I especially like a second bathroom to even the one bedrooms. We have this property on repeat!
Beverly H.
July 2026

Great beach front condo, pool and location! Easy walk to coastal view, restaurants, bars and marketplace. Loved our stay!

July 2026

Loved it! Best view great location!We will be back!!
Blain D.
July 2026

Excellent beach view and balcony
Graham V.
July 2026

Perfect location. Peaceful, serene, will definitely be back!
Louis V.
July 2026

An amazing place to stay and hear the waves all day and all night. The unit has everything you need from cooking to beach gear. We could stay there for a month and it wouldn't be enough. We will return next year.
Jeff C.
July 2026

We spent half the week at this lovely condo and the other half at a fancy resort in Poipu. The verdict is in: both grown-ups and children on our trip enjoyed the condo more! It felt like home away from home and who needs a waterslide when there is a beautiful beach with tons of fun right outside!The condo was clean and well kept; our hosts were kind and responsive. Thank you!
Jennifer C.
July 2026

We had a wonderful time! The condo was spotless and the view is amazing. We spent every morning sitting on the balcony with our coffee enjoying the view and the sound of the waves coming in. Truly spectacular! The kitchen was stocked with all the equipment you might need, and there were plenty of towels, pillows and blankets as well. Note that like many places on Kauai this unit doesn’t not have air conditioning. The windows open up and a good breeze comes through to cool things off. We felt this was a great location for exploring the whole island. Pretty central and not too far from the airport. We walked to Lava Lava Beach Club a few times and had great drinks and food. The Coconut Market place is also nearby. Overall a great stay!
Heather D.
July 2026

Wonderful place, great people. Kara was amazing. We loved the sunrises and sunsets with the ocean in front of us. Easy drive to take a sunset cruise around Na Pali Coast. Unbelievable beauty, check out Captain Andy’s. We will do it again. Waimea Canyon is breathtaking. About an hour away, it’s a 3,000 foot canyon on a beautiful island. If you go, drive all the way to the top and work your way down slowly. There’s a wonderful restaurant on the beach right next door called Lava Lava, and we went there several times. Great place, great location.
Paul S.
July 2026

Great location!
Sophia H.
July 2026

Loved it! Fantastic location! Close to stuff but remote enough to be just right! We will be back! The natural pool was super cool AND a fantastic view
Klaus D.
July 2026

Everything was absolutely wonderful. We would stay here again in a heartbeat. The only downfall which has no control over our house or the facility is that it’s a three-story condo and the people directly above us have a young kid that runs back-and-forth at 2 AM at 2 PM whenever constantly nonstop I’m praying that they are just vacationers also and not a permanent family.
Tresa L.
July 2026

Sweltering, False Advertising, Dated Facilities, and Bad Location: The pictures of the place looked amazing on VRBO - expansive ocean views, great amenities, and a description with “no AC in the living area but feel the cooling ocean breeze”. Marketing bologna. The property is right off the main highway into Wailua just past the bridge over the river. This is a less than ideal part of the island we learned: it was extremely windy, and the adjacent beach isn’t safely swimmable with very high surf. It was also a bit dingy and dated - felt like the run down parts Kihei on Maui. The property itself is very dated. It is a LONG walk to the unit itself up several flights of stairs with no elevator. The pool is an oversized concrete bathtub with tons of people floating in it and no hot tub. The grills looked grimy and poorly maintained. We opened the door to the unit - it was just cooking even with the windows open. The couch was worn and the beds were super hard. The rules list was extensive and made us wonder what must have happened there over the years. We got there after 5 pm so we kind of had to scramble - we knew we couldn’t stay. Ended up booking a new place entirely on our own dime. For what it’s worth, the property management company was very communicative and offered to bring in an AC for the living room. But it was too late and we lost all our money. Do yourself a favor: skip this and stay in Poipu for the same cost.
Casey and Erin S.
July 2026

Condo was great, our family enjoyed our stay. Would recommend!
Jennifer K.
July 2026

We loved this condo for our little place to call home while we were in HI. We traveled with another couple so the two king beds and separate baths made this perfect to share! The view from the lanai were spectacular! The condo was stocked well with everything we needed to cook and also enjoy the beach! I wish I could stay here forever! Mahalo
Andrea S.
July 2026

This unit was cute, comfortable, nicely furnished, and amazingly clean! There wasn't a spot of dust anywhere!The kitchen, bathrooms, and beach closet contained everything we could have wanted! So nice to have a washer and drier, also, right in the unit!The grounds of the complex were garden-like, and we had a beautiful view of the ocean. We had a great stay!
Lisa B.
July 2026

This property was absolutely immaculate and beautifully decorated. We loved the beautiful grounds of the complex and wonderful ocean views. The kitchen was well appointed and the beach items in the outside closet were plentiful and helpful for our outings.Communication was great, and all the directions for check-in and our stay were clear and simple. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property to others. We had a wonderful stay!
Lisa B.
July 2026

This apartment was a gem! The grounds are stunning with not only the ocean but tropical plants everywhere and the unit itself was homey and comfortable. I was nervous with the lack of air conditioning but there are ample fans to keep you cool. We loved walking to the shopping center next door and found it to be a convenient, central location for exploring the island. Would not hesitate to stay here again!
Annie K.
July 2026

This is a lovely place to stay. We didn’t want to leave! We will definitely be back.

July 2026

Great view
Karen B.
July 2026

This is our 2nd time staying here—it’s wonderful!
Kendra M.
July 2026

This beautiful home was perfect for our Kauai vacation. The condo was beautifully furnished, spotlessly clean, well maintained and steps away from the beach and pool! The ocean view is spectacular. The location was perfect for exploring the island. Wish we could've stayed longer. We couldn't have asked for more.
Jane W.
July 2026

Very nice 2nd floor condo.
Audrey B.
July 2026

This is such a great place to stay! The location couldn't be better!!
Audrey B.
July 2026

Wonderful unit. Stocked with everything we needed from beach umbrella to board games; comfy beds, cold AC, beautiful lanai! Great communication with host too.
Mary O.
July 2026

The property was gorgeous and well maintained. The balcony boasts an incredible view of the ocean. The kitchen is well stocked and clean. There is only AC in the bedroom, which can be a little uncomfortable on hot afternoons. But for the most part, it was a wonderful place to stay.

July 2026

We loved staying at this condo! The ocean view was the best! Location is perfect in Kapaa as it is close to the North and South side of the island. The bed was comfortable! Loved spending time at the pool and beachfront! We will be back! Thank you
Teri E.
July 2026

We have stayed in this unit for the past five years (and at Lai Nani for 30 years) and plan to return each year. Great location and view with a very nice interior that has a Hawaiian feel. Nicely furnished and equipped with extra touches like beach towels, chairs plus snacks.
Kip E.
July 2026

The unobstructed view of the ocean was a splendor that was a special treat. Additionally, the decor and appointment is beautiful and welcoming. We strongly recommend and plan on returning again soon as we can.
Jill P.
July 2026

Adult traveling with older parents. They loved the place, even with having to take the stairs to the third floor. Great condo – probably one of the best situated in the complex.
Edward L.
July 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is great. View was incredible. Grounds beautiful. Pool kept clean. #222 was dated. Need for new lani furniture. Nice having a washer and dryer.
Thomas Z.
July 2026


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