Wailua Bay View, Kauai

Wailua Bay View is an oceanfront condo resort located on Kauai's Coconut Coast, near Kapaa and the Wailua River. The resort offers a variety of amenities, including a newly renovated pool, gas BBQ grills, complimentary Wi-Fi, free parking, and a strict non-smoking policy. Guests can enjoy easy access to nearby attractions such as the Coconut Marketplace, Wailua River, Lydgate Park, and the Kauai Bike/Walking Path. The resort is also centrally located between the North and South shores, making it an ideal base for exploring the island.

The condos at Wailua Bay View are fully stocked one-bedroom units with private oceanfront lanais, offering spectacular views of the ocean. The resort is within walking distance to various shops, restaurants, and activities such as kayaking, hiking, and golfing. With its convenient location, comfortable accommodations, and range of amenities, Wailua Bay View is an excellent choice for vacationers seeking a relaxing and enjoyable stay on Kauai.

    Wailua Bay View Quick Facts:


  • Address: 320 Papaloa Rd,Kapa?a, HI 96746
  • Property Size: ~1.1 acres (45 units)
  • Reviews: 4.72 / 5.0 (from 2146 reviews)
  • Average Price: $358/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Wailua Bay View Vacation Rentals

Wailua Bay View Average Rates


As of November 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Wailua Bay View is $358. 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 Wailua Bay View Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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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 Wailua Bay View’s front-row setting over the ocean: expect to start and end your days on the lanai with panoramic bay views, the sound of crashing waves, and frequent sightings of surfers, sea turtles, dolphins, and seasonal whales. The location on Kauai’s east side is a major highlight—roughly mid-island and about 10–15 minutes from the airport—making it easy to explore both the North Shore and Poipu/Waimea without long drives. You can walk to Coconut Marketplace, Passion Bakery, Napali Brewing, and Lava Lava Beach Club, and many guests appreciate the quiet, well-kept pool area, landscaped grounds, and handy BBQs.

Units are individually owned, but many are recently renovated, very clean, and thoughtfully equipped for longer stays—full kitchens, in‑unit washer/dryers, beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, snorkel gear, and even small extras like spices and guidebooks. Hosts and on‑site managers get high marks for communication and responsiveness. Do note that this is a small condo complex rather than a full-service resort; the pool does not face the ocean and common lounging areas are limited, which suits guests who spend days out exploring and return for peaceful evenings by the water.

Common tradeoffs to know: the complex backs the main highway, so some road noise can reach bedrooms (newer windows help), and many units have air conditioning only in the bedroom; living areas rely on trade winds and fans and can feel warm in summer—check your specific listing. The beach below is gorgeous for walks and sunrises but often rough for swimming; Lydgate Beach Park with protected lagoons is a short drive. As an older oceanfront property, finishes vary by unit and salty air can mean minor wear (sliders/screens, a bit of rust). A few guests mention the derelict former Coco Palms structures and occasional homeless presence near public beach access, plus sporadic odors from a nearby pump station—most found these intermittent and outweighed by the views, value, and convenient base for seeing the island.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Wailua Bay View Reviews


Everything was wonderful. Your instructions were easy to follow and check in went smoothly. Might want to restock the kitchen to make up four sets of everything as it is low on silverware! Also for people who would rather cook there is a shortage of bowls etc. Otherwise everything was clean and exactly as expected. An excellent place to stay. Thank you

August 2025

This was the first time we stayed in a Verbo. It was better than we expected. Had a family death and had to leave 3 days early, they refunded me immediately. We will book the exact location if we come back to Kauai.
Brian T.
July 2025

Clean, great view, grounds and pool area beautiful. The furniture is older, kitchen is very old with some cabinets in poor shape. The worst thing it lists as an AC unit. That is not accurate. The AC is limited to the bedroom, a portable that just blows ambient temperature.
William S.
July 2025

The property,views and newly renovated room were incredible. So peaceful and had everything we needed. We were quite disappointed that there was only a bedroom ac. My husband only asks for one thing when we travel and that is for an ac. The trade winds did not keep the unit cool during the month of July. We found Kauai to be muggier this time which might have been part of the problem. If it were in November or December when the temp is a few degrees lower it most likely would have been perfect. We are not marking it off our list but will for sure keep in mind that it only has bedroom ac.
Mary G.
July 2025

Very nice property with great views and location. Check in was pretty easy, battery on the keypad was dead so had to use the back up key, no problem. My only concern was lack of AC, it is only in the bedroom and the ad lists the unit as having AC. Great for the bedroom (was a bit loud) but the rest of the apartment was very warm. Overall nice place with great views and location.
John A.
July 2025

This is our second stay in this apartment building. Perfect location to visit all parts of Kauai. Great view of the ocean. It’s our default go-to location. Thanks for hosting us!
Cédric V.
July 2025

Nice view from lanai. Waves crashing made traffic noises insignificant. Nice central location on Kauai. Walking distance to several eateries (and drinkeries). Showing her age a little, but very clean. You will pick up traffic noises in the bedrooms, but most nights, the island settles down by 10 or 11 pm.
Anita M.
July 2025

We are so happy we stayed here. You cannot beat the view from your lanai. The condo had all the amenities that you need. The bed was comfortable and the space was plenty large enough for a couple or family with small children. The location was perfect to explore both the north and south coasts. We hope to make it back here soon!
Tiffany M.
July 2025

Overall very nice place to stay in convenient location. WiFi was spotty and AC leaks if on too long but overall very enjoyable.
Brent C.
July 2025

The condo is comfortable and perfect for a couple. The location is great if your planning on going out and exploring the rest of the island is pretty well settled central to excursions and shopping and hiking.
Forrest W.
July 2025

Excellent view of Wailua bay. Close to everything in Kapa’a. Well equipped with chairs, umbrella, cooler, boogie boards and everything you’d need for a week of fun. Enjoyed our stay.
Jeff P.
July 2025

Clean and very convenient condo, perfect for our week-long vacation. We enjoyed having the flexibility to go north or south for the day, depending on our mood and the water. Only 5 min from one of the best beaches- Lydgate Beach and an easy drive to others. Lots of amenities, such as snorkel gear and beach chairs, and a very well equipped kithn.
Cara P.
July 2025

The location is great for getting to all things on the island. The room could really use some updating tho. We did appreciate that there are beach towels, chairs, umbrellas and a cooler.
Christy M.
July 2025

We had a wonderful stay! The condo is beautiful, very comfortable and has the most amazing views of the ocean. The unit is immaculately clean and very functional. The location is great as it is near many restaurants and shops and it is a good starting off point for activities around Kauai. Communication was excellent and our overall experience was outstanding. Thank you!
Avi H.
July 2025

Overall the place is great but there are a few things you might want to be aware of. If you have noisy upstairs neighbors you will hear them - the people above us during our trip tromped so loudly it felt like elephants were overhead. It is NOT in a resort / high end area which may or may not appeal to you. Like most of the rest of Kauai the area is low key and laid back and there’s easy walking access to a shopping area called Coconut Marketplace with a well stocked convenience market and decent restaurants. There’s a Safeway just down the street for groceries. The beach outside is beautiful but not great for walking or swimming. But it’s midway between Hanalei in the north and Poipu in the south so the location is good. You can’t see it in the pics but you’re very near the main road and you CAN see cars and a bridge in the distance. As long as you’re clear on what you’re signing up for, there’s a lot to love here. My family and I had a great stay here and, the incredibly heavy-footed upstairs people aside, I’d return.
Todd W.
July 2025

This condo was clean, comfortable and very convenient as a base to explore Kauai.The condo complex is quiet and well-cared for, set right on Wailau Bay. Our host, Ilse, was attentive and easy to be in touch with.If anything, it was so comfortable, we had to almost prod ourselves to leave the waterfront balcony and our view of the ocean to go elsewhere!Each day we had a front row seat to watch surfers and e-foilers out on the water- and on the second floor lanai, it was a lovely private spot to just chill out with a cold drink and enjoy!
Susan S.
July 2025

Wonderful condo with high end appliances and furniture. Views heavenly with the sounds of surf off the patio. Definite ten for rental.
Marvin
July 2025

Wonderful property, views, location, cleanliness, accommodations, and property communication! Would stay again!
Matthew S.
July 2025

Amazing view and unit was fully stocked with necessities just stop my any market to stock up on food and your are good. Short drive to a kid safe beach and 15 min walk to food and Restaurants.
ray R.
July 2025

Hi, we enjoyed our stay at the condo. It is an older unit, but was very clean and had a wonderful view. The AC unit in the bedroom worked well. It was also very helpful to have a washer and dryer in the unit.
Katie Dorsey P.
July 2025

Had an amazing time. Comfy and clean condo. Loved Passion Bakery just across the street.
C W.
July 2025

The property was great well cleaned up around it. The inside was clean and was well maintained. Ocean view was outstanding probably my favorite part. Kitchen was very nice I like the lighting throughout the kitchen. My only thing was we ran out of toilet paper and garbage bags pretty quickly. But overall a great time it is in the perfect location to travel the island and enjoy everything! The pool is a little small but it’s well maintained and clean. Overall an epic time and a great place to sleep and listen to the waves.
Kory S.
July 2025

We had an amazing vacation here! Property was very clean, easy to get to and had everything we needed. Loved the ocean view. Location was great, easy to make a trip to either end of the island. No complaints.
Courtney C.
July 2025

Nice location close to many attractions
Kyle R.
July 2025

The view from the lanai is why we chose this property and it didn’t disappoint. We absolutely loved the views. Pool was also beautiful and the condo was well appointed with all the things we required for the week. They were also so kind to extend our checkout by 2 hours since we have an infant and a long travel day ahead. The air conditioner is confined to the bedroom, so the condo does get quite hot even with doors / windows open. We did know this before we booked this property though. A few maintenance things needed to be addressed. We were told a handy man would come Sunday or Monday but they didn’t arrive during our stay. The bed was very uncomfortable / saggy. I think the box spring may have been broken. Otherwise just small maintainance things.
Lisa P.
July 2025

Great area, hosts are awsome, views are stunning
Jason F.
July 2025

My (new) husband and I had a wonderful time staying at this property for our honeymoon. The location was perfect for an adventurous couple like us, it made it easy to explore every side of the island. Our favorite part of the home was the lanai, where we enjoyed breakfast each morning while watching the ocean.We also appreciated the thoughtful resources provided, including beach chairs and a cooler, some of which were left by previous travelers. While there’s no central AC (which is typical for Kaua‘i), the individual units in the living room and bedroom kept us comfortably cool.If you're planning a longer stay, I recommend stopping by Costco or a grocery store on your way in, as we did need to restock some basic kitchen and cleaning supplies during our visit.Overall, it was a lovely stay and a perfect home base for our honeymoon adventure!
Kaelie J.
July 2025

Great stay!
Jodi S.
July 2025

This condo is located centrally, making it easy to get to the north and south shores. We spent a lot of time on the back deck watching the ocean, surfers, and Kauai chickens. This place had everything we needed. There were a few places that didn’t seem to be cleaned when we arrived, but we easily cleaned up and enjoyed our week there. The ocean view was tranquil and made our stay so enjoyable!
Amanda P.
July 2025

The view! It was all about the top floor view. But keep in mind, you have 3 sets of steps to climb to get to the view and to bring up all the groceries and take down the trash. The unit had all the necessities one would need. It was great because we weren't spending all of our time and money at a store buying paper towels and zip lock baggies. We truly appreciated this. The swimming pool, while small, was absolutely wonderful. The landscaping around it was so beautiful. We were there on the 4th of July holiday, so there were lots of locals camping and fishing, so we didn't think the ocean was accessible for swimming. My husband even helped one local fisherman free a turtle that was caught in his line and didn't know what to do. We also hoped we could see the sunrise since being on the east shore, but we had to walk down the beach to get a glimpse. We did see a good one at Lydgate Beach Park down the road, which we loved. We went to watch surfers up in Kealia Beach and used the location to make it to west coast for the Waimea Canyon. One of the best meals all vacation came from Napali Brewing, which we walked to. The unit was nicely updated and well-equipped.
Nikki C.
July 2025

This place was amazing. Best view of a Bay that almost feels like you’re the only one there.
Anthony R.
July 2025

Great location with beautiful views. Was perfect for our stay.
Peter P.
July 2025

This place is an absolute gem! It's perfectly located right on the water and I absolutely loved the upgrades throughout the entire unit. My only knock on it is that there's a tree that's obstructing the entire view of the ocean but it's still a fantastic view! I would recommend staying here!
Chris P.
July 2025

Beautiful condo. Centrally located
MANIFESTATION P.
July 2025

Property is as advertised. Host was accommodating. Watched surfers, kite surfers, and saw turtles right from the balcony. Beach chairs and boogie boards were a nice touch. Even though it’s on the first floor, it is completely private and secure. Couldn’t see anyone else on their lanais and no one comes back where the lanai is. Note, there are a few stairs to the unit. Not a problem for us, but could be important for someone else. Been to Kauai before and stayed in Princeville. Too congested and far from many things. In my opinion this condo is the perfect place to stay. Wailua is so quiet, easy access to beaches (which were mostly empty), and very close to shops and restaurants. Super convenient to the airport too.
B T.
July 2025

When I walked in to the apartment, the first thing that I noticed was the amazing view! The apartment was beautiful, and Shayne went above and beyond to make sure that our stay was wonderful. He even included a seven page welcome letter with suggestions for activities, restaurants, etc. I would happily stay here again!
Emily P.
July 2025

The condo was even nicer than pictured. Plenty of space, and extremely well equipped. Loved our time on the balcony enjoying the gorgeous view! Hosts were responsive and very friendly. Appreciated the very comfortable queen blow-up bed. AC in both bedroom and living room worked well and kept us cool when we needed it. Very well kept beautiful grounds. Appreciated that we were so close to beaches and the Coconut Market (great ice cream)! The location was also convenient to Kapa'a, Lihue, and Poipu, all of which we enjoyed during our stay.
Barbara B.
July 2025

Exactly as listed. Perfect location! Very very clean. And the views were amazing!
jonah m.
July 2025

Everything was as advertised- convenient location on the east side, ocean view and sound of the waves. AC in bedroom was sublime at night. Check in and out was easy, pool area and grills were great after a day of adventure. Communication with owner was prompt. Overall a relaxing and comfortable stay!
Cliff S.
July 2025

Overall, property was accurately depicted, clean and well located. The property grounds were nicely maintained and the location was very central.As noted in the property description, the air conditioning is in the bedroom only, so the living room was quite warm even with all windows open and the fans were running. Just something to be aware of.The host did not respond to some questions I posted the few days leading up to the trip, which was a bit disappointing.
Drew W.
July 2025

Wonderful place to stay! Location was great and served as a great home base as we explored the entire island! I definitely got spoiled by the view of the beach and the sound of the waves as I cooked breakfast every morning. The place can be slightly on the warmer side at times, but just expect that and you’ll have a great time :) my wife and I will definitely come back the next time we find ourselves on the island!
Matthew J.
July 2025

We enjoyed the views and listening to the waves crash along the beach. The condo is in a great location to see the sites around Kauai and it was a short walk to a number of restaurants and stores. Our granddaughter loved the pool which is kept warm. The condo was comfortable and well equipped for our stay. We really enjoyed ourselves. Our granddaughter wants to come back every year.We opened the windows and let the trade winds keep the place cool, never needed the ac.
erin l.
July 2025

Enjoyed coffee and breakfast on the lanai every morning. Beach chairs, cooler, in-unit laundry, AC units in the living room and bedroom, and Roku TV were great to have! Would stay here again!
Anthony D.
July 2025

This was the third time we have stayed at this location. We love it there.
Erin F.
July 2025

Property was well kept. Unit itself is nice and updated just as the listing describes. It had everything we needed as well as they have beach chairs, snorkeling gear, umbrella, and boogie board. Right on the ocean. Unit was away from the highway which made it so we had no road noise. Would definitely stay in this unit again. Has ac in the bedroom but not the main area. Description states that but the main area definitely gets warm on a nice summer day. Overall awesome unit and stay. Thank you! Picture is view from the unit.
Cory F.
July 2025

Stayed with my husband for our anniversary trip, the place was beautiful and the location is perfect! The AC in the bedroom was a godsend and the breeze in the front room comes in wonderfully. The balcony view can’t be beat and the location is perfect for anyone wanting to easily explore all the island has to offer. Shops and restaurants are in walking distance, we are already planning to be back!
Katrina L.
June 2025

We had a simply amazing stay here in Kauai. Ilse The owner is extremely communicative and had great recommendations. The property is super clean, and appeared a brand new AC unit had been added in living space and one in the bedroom that cools the space very well if AC is a typical worry you won’t have that problem here! The apartment was well appointed with everything you would need for beach trips (a tube some boogey boards and some beach chairs, along with fully stocked kitchen for all your cooking needs. Really a great location too with many restaurants within walking distance or just a short drive away. If we come back to Kauai we would certainly look into properties that she owns. The view really says it all!
Kevin C.
June 2025

Thoughtful about needs of a vaccinationer. Exactly as described on the listing and beyond.
kumash s.
June 2025

This location offered stunning views along with other great amenities like beach access and a swimming pool. The location is perfect if you’re looking to explore the entire island. 1 hour to the north side, 1 hour to Waimea Canyon. Would highly recommend staying here!
Matthew B.
June 2025

Clean, beautiful view, and great host. We had a wonderful stay and would absolutely come back!
Jess A.
June 2025


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