Waipouli Beach Resort, Kauai

Waipouli Beach Resort is a luxury condo resort located on the beautiful Waipouli Beach coastline between the historical towns of Kapaa and Wailua on the island of Kauai, Hawaii. The resort is centrally situated, providing easy access to any area of the island, including the Princeville Resort and Wailua Golf Course. The resort features a heated lazy river pool with water slides, waterfalls, and three sand-bottom hot tubs, as well as a fitness center, Spa by the Sea, and the award-winning oceanfront restaurant, Oasis.

Nearby, guests can find first-class shopping at the Coconut Marketplace, Costco in Lihue, and Safeway across the street. Local boutiques, Hawaiian shops, and various dining options are also within walking distance. The resort offers a range of amenities, including free parking, a non-smoking policy, and daily pool towel exchange service. With its luxurious accommodations and convenient location, Waipouli Beach Resort is an ideal choice for vacationers seeking a relaxing and enjoyable stay on Kauai.

    Waipouli Beach Resort Quick Facts:


  • Address: 4-820 Kuhio Hwy Suite 1,Kapa?a, HI 96746
  • Property Size: ~8.5 acres (190 units)
  • Reviews: 4.9 / 5.0 (from 4998 reviews)
  • Average Price: $505/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Waipouli Beach Resort Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Waipouli Beach Resort

Waipouli Beach Resort Average Rates


As of May 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Waipouli Beach Resort is $505. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $709. 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 Waipouli Beach Resort 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.

Waipouli Beach Resort delivers a true condo-resort experience on Kauai’s east shore. Guests love the lush, impeccably maintained grounds and a standout pool complex with waterslides, a winding “lazy river”-style layout, waterfalls, and sand-bottom hot tubs. It’s very family-friendly yet generally peaceful in the evenings, and the beachfront setting is perfect for sunrise walks and the chance to spot monk seals. The Kapa‘a location is a major highlight: you’re roughly mid-island for easy day trips north or south, and there’s a Safeway, ABC Store, coffee, shave ice, and restaurants right across the street. Many also enjoy the on-site Oasis on the Beach restaurant and the spa, though Oasis often operates mainly for dinner.

Condos are consistently described as spacious, clean, and well equipped, with full kitchens (often high-end appliances), in-unit washer/dryers, strong A/C, and multiple bathrooms—many layouts function like two master suites separated by a living/kitchen area, making them ideal for families or two couples. Thoughtful extras like beach chairs, coolers, and board games are common. Check-in is typically seamless and hosts/property managers earn high marks for responsiveness and clear communication. Parking is easy, elevators are available (sometimes in adjacent buildings), and many units offer pool or ocean views; some oceanfront suites have especially memorable sunrise vistas.

A few practical notes: the beach here is beautiful but often rocky with stronger surf, so most guests swim at nearby spots like Lydgate and use the resort beach for lounging and sunrise strolls. The pool can feel cool to some and may be busy at peak times, and the “lazy river” doesn’t have a current. Service amenities are more condo-style than full-service resort (limited daytime food/drink by the pool). Experiences can vary by unit: a handful mention spotty Wi‑Fi or cell signal, occasional maintenance quirks (sticky sliders, appliance hiccups, grills), or road noise/parking-lot outlooks in buildings near the street—so choose a view and building that match your priorities. Island roosters are early risers. Overall, travelers rave about the location, family-friendly pool complex, and roomy, well-appointed condos as an excellent base to explore Kauai.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Waipouli Beach Resort Reviews


Everything was fantastic - staff was very helpful
Rich G.
February 2026

Host was great. Responded to all our questions right away
Priscilla S.
February 2026

Location in resort was perfect. Great view and loved the decor. Host was so kind and helpful, Candace was a life saver
Seana K.
February 2026

Could not ask for a more enjoyable vacation. Location was fantastic and everything was clean and orderly!
Clayton W.
February 2026

The owner was very kind and prompt on responses. Very accommodating. Unit is as in listing and great location. 10/10 would stay again!!
Melissa A.
February 2026

The living room slider door did not lock. None of the slider doors had screens so the birds kept coming in.
DD H.
February 2026

The view from the Lanai is fantastic. The grounds, pool and hot tubs are very well maintained and great fun. The place itself was well stocked with just about everything you need. Could use a bit of updates, paint, etc. But all in all a very nice place to stay, everything in work order and the host was great with communication. Lastly, there is a small.shopping center right across the street including a full grocery store which was very convenient.
KEVIN P.
February 2026

Excellent facility, we are already planning our return trip!
Dr. Richard D.
February 2026

Wonderful time. Only thing is I think you should let people now you will have a lot of road noise from your balcony.
Jennifer S.
February 2026

Susan was easily available as a host. The unit was clean, well stocked, and I had some of the best nights sleep I've ever had. Every night we had the doors open to enjoy the cool breeze and fall asleep to the sounds of the ocean. In an era where so many rentals are bare bones, it was nice to find just basics like spices and oils in the cabinets.
Mario L.
February 2026

Host was welcoming, organized, and super responsive. Our kids loved being close to the AWESOME pool!
Justine V.
February 2026

The view was exceptional! The location was very convenient to all the amenities. Our host answered all questions promptly and efficiently. Thank you for a wonderful vacation
Sandy K.
February 2026

Well taken care of unit, location and beach were enjoyed. We will definitely return.
Robert M.
February 2026

This property was outstanding. We found everything we needed and had a tremendous vacation. Thank you for offering such a nice place.
William P.
February 2026

The unit was first class! Very well appointed. And clean.
Chris M.
February 2026

This was our 3rd time staying at Waipouli Resort, and we really enjoyed the Makai Manor. It's well-appointed with everything we needed for our stay. It faces away from the pool, so it felt quiet and more private. I really liked drinking my coffee on the lanai while taking in the slight, but perfectly lovely ocean view. Our kids adore the pool at Waipouli, especially the slides. We would happily rent this unit again!
Katie B.
February 2026

Very nice property. Very well kept. Would definitely come again.
Central Illinois P.
February 2026

The Host was very welcoming, friendly and responsive. The unit was as represented; spacious, well equipped and comfortable. The location was excellent; close to grocery shopping and places to eat.

February 2026

Great place had everything we needed, great location close to everything! Would definitely recommend!
Emily R.
February 2026

I loved everything about this VRBO, from the owners to the property. Anything you needed was provided. I would highly recommend this property. The only thing is the 3 days we were there was not fun due to the weather and the State of Emergency.
Theresa D.
February 2026

Beautiful stay in a wonderful condo on the beach. Management company is fantastic.
Jeannie D.
February 2026

I enjoy staying at Waipouli Beach Resort because of its great location near the beach and convenient drive to see other parts of Kauai. I've stayed in this unit three times and it has always been super clean and well kept. It has useful kitchen and laundry amenities provided. The two balconies allow for a nice partial view of the ocean and pool, and there are pool/beach accessories available to use. This unit is close to an elevator and a stairwell to reach the parking lot. If I've ever had a question during my stay, the hostess has always been quick to respond.
Linda W.
February 2026

The apartment was clean and welcoming.
Marcia S.
February 2026

Our stay was great! Great location, clean facility!
Saundra P.
February 2026

Nice place but a little stingy on the toilet paper - 3 bathrooms and just one extra roll!
Barbara M.
February 2026

The Condo was really great. It was spacious, clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.
Michael C.
February 2026

We enjoyed our stay here very much. Location was nice —right on the beach with nice facilities. I give it four stars because I feel like it was very overpriced, which may have been because we booked rather late.
KristinRenauld
February 2026

Yes the host was welcoming:)
Tiffany D.
February 2026

Great location. Wonderful pool area. We enjoyed it so much.
rochelle g.
February 2026

Spacious, beautiful condo! Great amenities and comfortable. Met all of our needs for a 7 night stay. Loved the additional beach chairs and cooler. We also liked the central location in Kapaa as it was easy to drive to north and south sides. Highly recommend this resort and condo.
Sarah S.
February 2026

Perfect location! Such a wonderful, spacious, and comfortable place. Perfect room for four people or even more. Very easy access to different areas of the island. Loved it!
Heather B.
February 2026

I enjoyed the unit very much--our Host--came over to the unit to help with a connection problem on the stove--we were impressed! We found the living room and bedrooms very comfortable and well supplied.
Karen N.
February 2026

Wonderful condo with many amenities. Everything you need for a comfortable vacation. Beautiful pool with hot tubs and towel service which we really appreciated. Nice restaurant, lovely beach and walking trail right there! The lobby was great too with ability to rent bicycles, boogie boards, and chairs. Very close to shopping, restaurants etc. Excellent communication with the owners of the condo. Very quick replies to questions. We weren’t ever left guessing. We would absolutely rent from them again! Thanks, Milo and Theresa :-)
Irena S.
February 2026

The room is in excellent condition. Property amenities are well maintained and fast access to a sandy beach to sun bath. The view of the ocean from the balcony is accurate in the listing. We would stay here again.
Brock S.
February 2026

Lovely place. Wish we stayed longer. Rooms were clean and had everything we needed. Location was perfect with stores across the street. Great local recommendations from the host and good clear instructions upon checkin and check out. The beach, pool and gym were all excellent as well.
Kelly M.
February 2026

The good; grounds and pool were very nice, the unit had great views and looked as advertised. The not so good; the unit only contained absolute essentials- no extras or niceties whatsoever that you would expect for the price range. Hallways and elevator were dingy, some of our light switches were wired backwards. The A/C randomly cut out a few times and our inside hot tub started on its own a few times. Again, a nice place but the attention to detail was just not there for what was paid.
Mike K.
February 2026

Would give it a perfect score but stayed at a Hilton vacation club condo in Po'ipu the following week that was even nicer. Of course it was about 50% more expensive, so for the money maybe 5 stars. Owners were very responsive to questions and a temporary wifi problem.
Steve C.
February 2026

Beautiful condo. Loved the location!
Lori O.
February 2026

Great location. Great view. Unit was comfortable and had everything we needed. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub.
Phyllis W.
February 2026

The location was awesome, the condo was very nice and well stocked, and our host (Kauai Calls) was VERY helpful and responsive. If we return to Kauai, we'll want to stay in this particular condo again. Highly recommend!!!
Deborah T.
February 2026

Milo was great from the beginning and throughout our stay, we even came home to a nice postcard! The home was perfect for our family of 5. Loved the central location and I loved the mountain views from all the rooms even more! I would absolutely stay there again.
Melissa S.
February 2026

Our stay was absolutely fabulous. The accommodations were wonderful and the view was outstanding! The space was very comfortable for my family of 5. We'll be back to enjoy the resort pool and beach more next time!
Heather W.
February 2026

We stayed in C106 from January 23-31st. It more than exceeded expectations! It has a spacious kitchen, living room, and bedroom. The kitchen has updated appliances, and plenty of pots, pans, utensils, and storage containers. I found the king-size bed very comfortable! The host’s instructions were outstanding, and we had no difficulty finding or accessing the unit. I was under the impression the unit faced the pool but it does not. Regardless, we enjoyed the proximity to the beach, pool, and shopping. The complex is conveniently located for grocery shopping and exploring the island. We rented a car but it was only a short walk to the nearby Safeway. The complex has a wonderful pool, waterfalls, and slides, and we also bathed in shallow portions of the ocean along the beach. As far as exploring the island, the complex, is about 15 minutes from the airport, an hour and 10 minutes to the north side, and a little more to the south side near Waimea. We had fun at Kehaha Beach Park and Tunnels Beach Park but our favorites were Anini Beach Park for snorkeling and Donkey Beach for sunbathing. We ate at Oasis on the Beach one night and the food and service were excellent but somewhat pricey. We also enjoyed the sushi place near Safeway. One great plus was the beach accessories such as umbrella, chairs, and snorkels. All in all, we loved the unit, did not want to leave Kauai, and would return again!
John H.
February 2026

So many things were great about our stay, beginning with clear communication in advance, during our stay and additional support upon check out. The room we had was top notch with great furnishings, appliances, climate control and of course the lanai. The pool was better than imagined, and both adult and family spas met needs for all ages. Easy access to the beach with chairs and lounges was appreciated. Several sunrises were enjoyed. The location was great with access to north and south shores, and groceries across the street. A return trip will be planned as soon as possible!
Jim S.
February 2026

The condo had a spectacular view of the pool, you could even see the beach. It was beautiful. It was just like it said in the description. We enjoyed every minute. One downside washing machine never worked. Our host Cathy tried many times to get it taken care of. They did come and pick up our clothes and have them washed for us. However, it was very hard, not having our own washing machine. **** I would stay there again. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you again.
Tammy B.
February 2026

The place was in a perfect location, the amenities were great and the furniture (beds) were good. We had a problem with the A/C not working, had three workers attempt to fix it, spent a few nights without A/C, and still don’t think it was fixed. We got some response from the rental company, but took awhile to get some resolution. If the AC gets fixed we’d stay again.
Lisa G.
February 2026

The space is great and the lanai is amazing. It features the best views of the ocean. Comfortable beds, good amenities. The beach resort and restaurant are fantastic.
Tammy S.
February 2026

Everything was wonderful. The amenities were great. The unit was clean. The only issue is the screen door couldn’t close. Thank you.
Peter O.
January 2026

Host was extremely helpful. Condo was clean and has everything we needed. We had such a wonderful stay at this lovely condo! Every day started with coffee on the patio, enjoying the peaceful views, and ended with relaxing soaks in the hot tub. We loved going down the water slide and being able to walk straight out to the ocean — it truly felt like a little slice of paradise.The condo was very clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything we needed, which made our stay easy and stress-free. You can tell the owners really care about their guests’ experience.We made so many great memories here and can’t wait to come back again. Highly recommend!
Patti B.
January 2026

Wonderful xo
Mary P.
January 2026


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