The Villas at Poipu Kai, Kauai

The Villas at Poipu Kai are luxury condos centrally situated within the 70 acre Poipu Kai Resort. Completed in 2009, they’re the newest condos at Poipu Kai and represent the best of Poipu. The development consists of 3 and 4 bedroom units ranging in size from 1600 to 2000 sq. ft. This is one of the few condo complexes in Poipu to offer central air conditioning. The development also boasts its own fitness center.

The Villas are an easy choice for those seeking spacious luxury accommodations within walking distance of beaches and restaurants. It’s a 5 minute walk to Brennecke beach or a 10 minute walk to Shipwreck beach and the Grand Hyatt.

The Villas are related to the neighboring Regency Villas and Regency - earlier phases built by the same developer. In our aerial photo below we show the location of the different buildings. Regency Villas were completed in 2007 and are sometimes referred to as the Garden Villas, while the 2009 development is also referred to as the Poolside Villas.

The Villas at Poipu Kai Average Rates


As of April 2024, the average price of a 3 bedroom unit at The Villas at Poipu Kai is $573. Note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usally much higher), and the averages don't include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax or cleaning and booking fees. Visit the rentals page to see specific unit rates.

The Villas at Poipu Kai's Best Rentals

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 359 Guest Reviews


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.

Guests overwhelmingly praise The Villas at Poipu Kai condo resort on Kauai for its perfect location, beautiful and well-maintained grounds, and the spacious, well-appointed units. Many reviews highlight the convenience of being within walking distance to beaches, restaurants, and shops. The resort's pool, hot tub, and access to beach equipment like chairs, boogie boards, and snorkeling gear receive positive mentions, enhancing guests' beach experiences. Accommodations are described as clean, comfortable, and equipped with everything needed for a family stay, including kitchen supplies and beach toys. The presence of amenities such as air conditioning, large balconies with garden views, and the availability of items for beach outings (including wagons) are appreciated. The resort's quiet atmosphere, coupled with responsive hosts and property managers, contributes to a positive guest experience. Despite a few minor maintenance issues and suggestions for improvements in some units, the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return and recommending the property to others. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 359 guest reviews.

Recent The Villas at Poipu Kai Reviews


The unit was wonderful and a great location. Total lack of any instruction book at the unit ( had to phone manager for Wi-Fi log in) and a smoke alarm that ran out of battery were the only negatives
tim f.
December 2023

everything was as advertised and owners very outstanding and very professional and very communicative!
Karl A.
December 2023

Beautiful property. Excellent for families.
John R.
December 2023

Beautiful property. Excellent for families.
John R.
December 2023

We spent 10 days in Kauai with a group of 11, including 2 3-yr olds and a 16 month old. The condo was perfect for our group and had everything we needed! We loved being so close to the beaches and walking distance to many local places to visit. I highly recommend this condo!
Amy S.
December 2023

We were very pleased with the accommodations and cleanliness of the condo, and the excellent communication with our host in preparing us for our trip. Thank you!
Laurie I.
December 2023

We had an amazing stay. Check-in was easy, and the villa was exactly as pictured. The kitchen had absolutely everything we needed to cook some great meals at home. It was so close to both Poipu Beach and Shipwreck Beach. We would definitely stay there again!!!
Margo M.
December 2023

Good location in Poipu, nice apartment, and responsive host
Mike W.
December 2023

I choose this property because I am disabled. This place worked well for me. I used a portable power wheelchair outdoors and a walker inside. There are no grab bars in the shower but it is big so I was able to bring my walker inside the shower for stability. Also no grab bar near the toilet but using the wall and my walker I managed. It wouldn't work if you are completely wheelchair-bound as there is no room beside the toilet. This is an older unit (like most in Poipu) but location and condition are exactly as advertised. Well equipped and quiet.
Lori D.
December 2023

This was exactly as advertised and worked absolutely perfectly for three generations. Grandparents, parents , and three children under 5. The layout was perfect and the three bathrooms were ideal. The location was marvellous and we loved our nightly short walks through the green belt for sunset pictures. The pool was perfect for daily plays in the pool and then hot tub soaks. The fridge was large enough for all our food and the beach chairs, umbrella and wagon were used daily. Thank so much for making this treasured family experience work so well
Jacquie S.
December 2023

Very comfortable villa with all the room needed for our stay. Nice location with short walking path to beach to see the sunset or sea turtles. Pool has a nice resort feel with both sun and shade areas.
Mark S.
December 2023

Our stay at this villa was perfect! The house is beautiful, great location, and had everything we needed to make a memorable vacation with our family on Kauai. The rooms are spacious and the beds very comfortable. The back lanai is perfect for morning coffee or having dinner around the table. The short walk to the beach is convenient and the pool is right outside of the condo but we never heard any noise. Would love to stay here again sometime!

December 2023

The unit was exactly as described and was pristine, with a well-stocked kitchen. The location was perfect--literally five minute walk to Brennecke's Beach and just a few minutes more to Poipu Beach. We had an unforgettable stay.
Valerie W.
December 2023

This property is wonderful: excellent location and amenities, friendly employees and clean premises.
Melissa S.
December 2023

Easy walking distance to Poipu beach. Great condo for our family. We loved it!
Stuart W.
December 2023

I recently had the pleasure of staying in this beautiful condo near Poipu Beach, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience. From the outset, the cleanliness of the condo stood out, creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. Its spaciousness was another highlight, providing ample room for relaxation and comfort. The communication with the owners was exemplary. They did a great job both before and during my stay, ensuring that I had all the information I needed and felt completely at ease. This level of attention and care significantly enhanced my overall experience. The condo's pool and hot tub area was a delightful retreat. Well-maintained and serene, it offered a perfect spot for relaxation. The proximity to Poipu Beach, just a short walking distance away, was incredibly convenient. The condo's location also meant we were just a short drive away from some fantastic restaurants and a variety of outdoor activities. We give this rental a well-deserved 5 starts.
Brian K. M.
December 2023

Easy walking distance to Poipu beach. Great condo for our family. We loved it!
Stuart W.
December 2023

I recently had the pleasure of staying in this beautiful condo near Poipu Beach, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience. From the outset, the cleanliness of the condo stood out, creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. Its spaciousness was another highlight, providing ample room for relaxation and comfort. The communication with the owners was exemplary. They did a great job both before and during my stay, ensuring that I had all the information I needed and felt completely at ease. This level of attention and care significantly enhanced my overall experience. The condo's pool and hot tub area was a delightful retreat. Well-maintained and serene, it offered a perfect spot for relaxation. The proximity to Poipu Beach, just a short walking distance away, was incredibly convenient. The condo's location also meant we were just a short drive away from some fantastic restaurants and a variety of outdoor activities. We give this rental a well-deserved 5 starts.
Brian K. M.
November 2023

The entire experience at the house was amazing from booking till we left! It was clean, neatly organized and just an amazing property!
Ryan P.
November 2023

We definitely recommend this location for families with young children. (Ours are 1 and 3). The pool is perfect and steps from the front door. We enjoyed the short walk to Poipu Beach, very pleasant and close by. But also the walk to Shipwreck beach is also close by and also recommended! For our kids, we always wonder how they will sleep (since that ultimately determines how well rested we will be too), and this unit was perfect. The ac and fans work well. It’s quiet most of the time (some noisy people upstairs at 6am a few times). But the advantage of being ground floor with no stairs to worry about offset that for our 1 year old. We also had a few asks for Surrey and the response and service were top notch!
Douglas S.
November 2023

This property is wonderful: excellent location and amenities, friendly employees and clean premises.
Melissa S.
November 2023

The kitchen had everything we needed, sitting out on the porch each night was great, the pool was nice and we were so close to it, and the best part was being only a short 5 min walk from a great beach! We went there every evening to watch the turtles swim up onto the shore. We would have loved more beach towels in the condo, and a second wagon to haul the beach items. There was only one and it was sketchy and about to fall apart. Other than those 2 minor things, everything was excellent!

November 2023

Very comfortable condo for our 5 adults. Easy walk down to Poipu Beach to see 40-plus sea turtles spending the night on the beach! This was a great location for our adventures - sunset sail out of Port Allen, mountain tubing near Wailea, and Waimea Canyon.
Donna A.
November 2023

This was an amazing property, with a fantastic pool, and a short walk to the best beach in a Kauai. We stayed with eight people ranging in age from one year to a 75 years, and everybody had an amazing time. The elevator straight to your living room was Very handy for the people at the ends of the age spectrum. Lots of fun, pool and beach supplies in the garage, and plenty of parking.
Todd D.
November 2023

Family trip with our kids and grandkids. Great location near Poipu Beach. Good on site pool and hot tub. Well eqiupped unit
Garry L.
November 2023

Nice stay at the condo. My one quibble is the association pool needs some resurfacing work
Michael D.
November 2023

This was our second visit to the condo complex and both have been perfect!
Aimee C.
November 2023

Everything was great. The condo was clean and well kept, there were beach chairs and an umbrella to use, and very easy check in. Would definitely stay here again.
Anna H.
November 2023

Our stay was perfect. Location was great, the space was great, everything was comfortable and convenient. Exactly what you hope for in a vacation.
Josh F.
October 2023

Our condo was just as described. 2 master suites, and a third bedroom with twin beds with direct access to third bathroom. Living area isn't as large as online photos lead you to believe, but the were more than adequate. Location is great - easy access to Poipu Beach, 5 minute drive to Koloa, semi-private pool, green spaces and concrete walk way were a plus. We were two grandparents, two parents, and a 9 year old. This property was perfect!!!
Roger and Glenys R.
October 2023

Very nice accommodations. Great neighborhood & within walking distance of the beach at the Grand Hyatt. The pool was very relaxing…we basically had it all to ourselves. I would recommend this property for those looking to stay in Poipu. It had all the conveniences of home.
Georgia G.
October 2023

We loved the location and the space. Very open living area. Nice big comfortable getaway house
Jakob D.
October 2023

Great property for a family stay with 3 large bedrooms, amazing balcony with garden view, air conditioning, and walking distance to the beach. They even supplied a cute wagon with all the beach items we needed. Green turtles coming in each evening (30+ one night) was a highlight, as well as excellent snorkeling- all nearby! Thank you for sharing your beautiful property with us!
Susan A.
October 2023

We stayed at the condo complex before… This unit was absolutely beautiful. Had everything we could possibly need. Thanks so much for a wonderful time
Kassandra B.
October 2023

Had a wonderful time! We liked the location of this particular condo. Traveled with family and we all had our own space. Really enjoyed our time.
Emily A.
October 2023

This property was perfect . The unit was clean , spacious and had everything we needed. Perfectly located to restaurants and beaches that you can walk or drive to. The grounds were gorgeous , pool and jacuzzi right out slide our beautiful patio. Wendy our host was so helpful to let us take a quick shower after our amazing ATV ride ( ATV Kauia, highly recommend) even a little after checkout so we didn’t have to leave all muddy ..I love this island , first time on Poipu usually go to Princeville . We love both sides and will definitely be come back to stay here next time .
mary beth p.
October 2023

The condo was amazing! Great location as well!
Christy C.
October 2023

Very nice. Only problem was the rusty screen window, which I understand is being repaired. Thanks Ida and Darrell.
Martin G.
October 2023

First trip to Kauai. This condo had everything we needed. Location was perfect. A very short walk to one of the best beaches on the island. And an even shorter walk to the pool (right off the lanai). Basically 2 master suites which was perfect for me and my wife and our friend and their spouse. With an extra bedroom to spare just in case somebody snored too much. ;) It felt like we had easy access to the whole island. Every time we went somewhere, it felt like the majority of the traffic was in the opposite direction. The owner of the property was quick to respond to questions and the whole booking and accessing the property was a breeze. Im glad we stayed here!
Matthew S.
October 2023

This condo was so great for our family - me, my husband, 10 month old, my mom (70), and bro/sister in law. We all had our own rooms - the photos for this listing are super accurate. The rooms are very spacious and the baby slept comfortably in a pack n play in the closet haha. The lanai was perfect with the accordion doors and we could just walk out to grass, the pool, and the path to the beach (5-10min walk). The condos are pretty close together but there’s so much foliage so there’s plenty of privacy. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking supplies and the grills are clean and available to use on the property. Tons of beach toys, snorkel stuff, chairs, boogie boards, even surf boards to use + a wagon to haul it all to the beach. Would have been helpful to find the water shoes prior to the last day before my husband kicked some rocks out in the bay but oh well - that one’s on us. Would definitely stay again and recommend for families!
Kayla M.
October 2023

Great location with ample space for our family of 6. The accessibility to the beaches and restaurants was perfect. I highly recommend the Penthouse and look forward to booking it again in the future.
Derrick P.
October 2023

Beautiful home was beyond our expectations. Very clean with luxury furnishings. Great pool with hot tub and two large grills that were cleaned daily by staff as well as our secluded lanai were amenities we enjoyed during our stay. Many great beaches and restaurants were close by to enjoy. Villas at Poipu Kai location is excellent!
Carol R.
October 2023

Very pleased with our accommodations!! Very clean and we had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable! Including coffee filters and night lights! The elevator was dependable for older guests. And we enjoyed our garage with everything we needed for the beach! The grounds were beautiful and well manicured! A lovely vacation spot!!
Peter H.
September 2023

Wow! What an amazing stay my family had at the Villa. Everything was as advertised, plus more! The communication, comfort, "at-home" feel, location, roomy-ness. I could go on and on, but to summarize. We had a perfect week. We would all stay there again.
Paul B.
September 2023

Three couples with young children had plenty of space to cook, play, nap, and relax. We loved the convenience of walking to the beaches and having the pool steps away - it allowed for maximum flexibility with all of the kids on different schedules. Would definitely stay again! Surrey was very communicative and accommodating with early check-in and converting the twin room to a king. Mahalo!!
Kelsey M.
September 2023

Very quiet property. All of the amenities were as described. Beach equipment was a real plus. We had an enjoyable time.
Melanie S.
September 2023

This place is beautiful and the location is perfect!
Adrienne B.
September 2023

Would book again. Really nice condo. Easy location. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Pictures are all really accurate. Communication was super easy and Stephen was ridiculously accommodating. Book with confidence!
Brent M.
September 2023

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this condo in the Poipu Kai Resort. Our spacious and comfortable home away from home was conveniently located near a number of beautiful beaches (within walking distance) and the Grand Hyatt resort. Each evening we enjoyed strolling down to Poipu Beach to join the crowds gathered to watch the sunset. Our hosts, Darrell and Ida, were helpful and welcoming, making the check-in process a breeze. They also provided a comprehensive notebook including great suggestions for restaurants and activities on the island. My family and I made many happy memories during our stay.
LInda W.
September 2023

We came for a family vacation and to run the Kauai marathon. I cannot say enough about the property! Perfect location with a gorgeous pool/hot tub right out the door! Off the lanai in back was the trail to the beach with a wagon to carry the beach chairs. Quick walk to town, beach, restaurants. Loved the kitchen as well. One of our favorite things was walking at sunset to the beach to watch the turtles come to shore. This was a truly memorable trip and we are appreciative!!! Mahalo

September 2023


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