Matt M.
May 2026
Great location in a mostly quiet neighborhood. House is situated on a moderately busy road, and with the bedrooms elevated on first floor, the traffic noise is amplified and can be loud at times. We found the traffic noise to be especially bad Friday and Saturday nights, presumably as people returned home (speeding down the street) after late nights out.
John R.
March 2026
We had a great time staying at Pua Melia. The location is perfect with easy access to our favorite beach in Hawaii and going to town is only 10 min walk. However, the only bad experience was our first night. We were woken up at 3am by a loud noise that sounded like someone was trying to get inside the house. As it turned out, a man was banging his car door or possibly the hood of his car. The car was parked across the street and it appeared that he was sleeping in his car too. We were about to call the cops but he eventually stopped. Long story short, it turned out that he was a caretaker of the 8 million house in front of the Pua Melia. The house doesn’t provide shampoos and conditioners. Most rental properties we’ve stayed in have these available. Maybe this is something the property should have available for their guests. Overall, we had a great experience and will definitely comeback at Pua Melia.
Jaya V.
September 2025
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:
House was so beautiful, very clean. Walking distance to the beach and Hanalei town. The only downfall, which is no one’s fault, is the porch and living room get really hot during the afternoo and there is no AC in the living room (only the bedrooms which was definitely needed).
Sarah B.
July 2025
Our family had a wonderful week at this house. If you prioritize location and views, Pua Melia cannot be beat unless you're literally trying to stay beachfront. There is a lot to love about the property - location, views, easy beach access, really comfortable beds, and the property management company is very helpful and responsive. I should add the air conditioners in the bedrooms were an awesome, unexpected touch for Kauai. The west facing windows in the bedrooms provide amazing views, but it also meant the bedrooms get hot, and having the in-room air conditioners in the bedrooms was great. For us, there were just a few things that prevent us from giving the house a 10 out of 10 rating. As a family with young kids, the lack of beach stuff was a bummer. There were plenty of chairs, two coolers, two boogies boards, and one (somewhat broken) beach umbrella, but no sand toys, no sand wagon, and no other beach gear. The lack of outdoor shower was also a challenge for us. The hose is good for sandy feet, but our family is pretty active in the water, which means lots of sand in swimsuits - it was really challenging trying to get sand off bodies outside with just a hose. There was some bright colored carpet stains in the corners of the bedrooms that was likely from water damage and certainly caught the eye. Finally, the downstairs laundry room had a really unpleasant, musty smell. Overall, the location, views, and beds/rooms are fantastic and we had a great week!
Mia D.
June 2025
Great place
Flavia I.
December 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
House is great, location is excellent. Very big for a 3 bedroom. Lots of space.Stove needs some maintenance. Some burns take many tries to lit, but overall I recommend it and would stay there again.
Dianne C.
December 2024
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:
Stayed here for Thanksgiving. Everything was perfect. House was clean, great location, even the king bed was unusually comfortable.
Josh W.
December 2024
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:
Great house. Great location. My daughter timed it and says it is a 3 minute walk to the beach and 7 minutes to Hanalei town. Great views of mountains and beach. This was our 3rd trip to Hanalei and our favorite house so far. Our favorite activity was walking to the beach in the morning to surf, walking to town in the afternoon to eat and look at the shops, then back to the beach for the afternoon and sunset, followed by dinner at the house.Everything in the house worked well. We did not need the air conditioners. Just opened the windows for ocean breezes. Garage is stocked with chairs for the beach and a couple umbrellas and coolers. Plenty of towels and the kitchen was set up with everything from rice cooker, to toaster oven. The only thing I wish they had is an outdoor shower, but not a big deal because there are showers at the beach and a hose at the front of the house.
monique C.
October 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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:
It's a beautiful,spacious home in an amazing location on Weke Road, steps from the beach. The property managers were friendly, quick and responsive when we needed help. There were issues with bugs, cockroaches, which they sprayed on our second day. Also an ant infestation in the kitchen, which we did not call about. We did not call about. It would have been better if they had treated before our arrival.
Lotus
January 2024
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:
We so enjoyed our time in this clean and comfortable home. It was well stocked with everything we needed. The lanai with its small view of the ocean was especially great. You can’t beat the location. Highly recommend this rental!
michelle j.
August 2023
The house was in a perfect location in Hanalei. The house was great and the kitchen was well stocked with cooking paraphernalia. I only wish you could get your kids in a lock box at the house instead of picking them up and dropping them at the realtors office by the airport.
Melinda L.
July 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We really enjoyed our stay at Pua Melia. The house is in a great location with beautiful views from every bedroom and the front porch. This was an ideal set up for our group of six. The kitchen was very well equipped, one of the best kitchens in any rental I’ve ever stayed in. The downstairs bathroom was nice to have as an extra. There were plenty of beach chairs, umbrellas etc. We highly recommend this house and would definitely stay here again.
Christy B.
May 2023
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:
We stayed here for the week of our wedding which was on Hanalei Bay and couldn’t be more pleased with the home. It was so beautiful and spacious. All of the rooms were a nice size and two of them had ocean views. Even the one that didn’t was beautiful. We would definitely stay here again. The ladies at the office were also so nice and accommodating and if we had any questions, they were quick to get us answers.
Susanne J.
April 2023
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:
We love this house, Hanalei Bay and working with the lovely and accommodating team at Kauai Vacation Rentals. See you next year!
Andy B.
April 2023
Can’t beat the location and view. Easy check in and out. Very relaxing at night but very busy with tourists during the day.
Emma A.
April 2023
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:
This house is fantastic! I hope to return again many times. The house is comfortable, well-appointed, and a wonderful location. The management is also wonderful--they went way out of their way before we arrived to ensure a successful trip and they responded very quickly to make a repair when that was needed during our stay. My family and I will definitely be back.
Connie C.
March 2023
Very impressed. Great location. Kitchen ware and utensils in great shape. We had everything we needed. Beds were very comfortable. Street traffic was a little busier than we expected. Had a great trip!
Peter O.
February 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Two couples with their children stayed in the house. It has all the amenities and the decor is quite beautiful. The AC was a real plus since the weather was quite humid. The beds are super comfortable and the views from the expansive lanai are great. We loved our stay.
Kirsten D.
January 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love this house for our family christmas vacation. The location is right across the street and walking distance to shopping, restaurants and the grocery store. We recommend this home to anyone that wants to enjoy this dreamy location and community.
Karen R.
November 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Great location, loved the lanai, well equipped. Wish there was an outdoor shower.
David M.
September 2022
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:
Our party of 6 had a great trip amd stay at Pua Melia in Hanalei. We’d recommend this place to similar groups.
Mia R.
September 2022
We love Hanalei and have stayed in houses on Weke several times. This house has a great layout for a family of four plus two grandparents. The kitchen is well stocked and there were plenty of towels for all of us. Our only challenge was the heat due in large part to no trade winds. There are individual air conditioners in the bedroom but not in the living area. We asked for some fans and they were quickly delivered. We would have liked the house to be cooled down a bit before we got there. We actually wondered if the heater could be on by accident. Of course a very good solution was just across the street so we were in the ocean often-which you would do anyway.
Amelia S.
July 2022
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
We had a wonderful stay in Hanalei. Pua Melia is within walking distance of the beach, restaurants, yoga, and more. There were a cooler and chairs for the beach. It was perfect for our family of 3 adult couples. I would recommend this property to my friends and family.
John F.
July 2022
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:
I supposed the location could be beat, but not by much. 1/2 block to beach access, on the frontage road for the beach with only 1 row of houses between the house and the beach. Great view from deck that does get a bit warm in afternoon. 5-10 minute walk to the main Hanalei intersection. All living space on second floor. 3 spacious bedrooms. Beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, and cart. There is a companion house directly behind it on the same lot - we rented that for the rest of the family. A/C in the bedrooms, though the breeze was usually enough to cool it off.
Kari C.
July 2022
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:
Pua Melia is the perfect home for a family getaway in Hanalei. The lanai alone is the best place to watch the sunset, have dinner, people watch, or just watch and listen to the rain. The location is a short walk to the beach or into town. AC in bedrooms is a definite plus in this home. Perfection in paradise.
Cara S.
June 2022
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:
The Pua Melia house is the ideal location for a 5-star Hanalei Bay experience. It was a very short walk to the beach and a brief walk into town from this near-beachfront home. The garage was well stocked with chairs and boogie boards and beach towels. Watching the waves crash while dining on the deck was a highlight.
Josh N.
May 2022
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:
My wife, two-year-old daughter, and I had a splendid extended stay (40 days) at Pua Melia. The house is laid out very well, with all the necessary amenities. There is traffic on Weke Road but the house is well built and you can basically eliminate noise by closing the doors and windows if necessary. AC in all three bedrooms is a big plus are are the many fans (indoor and on the lanai). Lucy and Co. at Kauai Vacation Rentals are very professional and fabulous to work with. They run a top-notch operation and I recommend them without hesitation for a stay on Kauai.
Kirsten D.
May 2022
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:
We love Pua Melia in Hanalei! This house is perfect for our family of four. We enjoyed the deck and the views. The location could not be any better. We bike or walk right over to the beach or the pier. We can walk to town to eat or shop. The house is well stocked with everything you might need. Each room has its own air conditioning units as well.
Robin B.
May 2022
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:
We loved our stay at Pua Melia. A few minutes walk to the beach, a few more to the sweet town of Hanalei, what's not to love?! Pua Melia is beautifully-decorated and well-appointed, not just your run-of-the-mill a rental unit. The owners have lovingly looked after the home and it was a joy to stay there. Kaua'i Vacation Rentals are always responsive and helpful and we would highly recommend them.
Karen M.
May 2022
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:
We love staying in Hanalei and enjoyed our time at Pua Melia, a two story home across from the Bay. Close (a block or two) to beach access, and a short walk from the Hanalei pier and town, this location was wonderful for our family. We love a beachfront rental, but this was very close and ended up working out great. One thing we noticed was there is a fair amount of traffic noise early in the morning which with a toddler sleeping was of concern. But the bedrooms have AC, so we closed bedroom windows which helped.
Cindy C.
May 2022
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:
This was about the 10th home we have rented over the many years of visiting Hanalei. It is an outstanding rental. The home was clean in excellent shape. It is one of the best. Sounds of the ocean at night, walk to the beach at daylight. Little noisy with traffic- but that's minor compared to the at home feeling we had. The a/c works great in bedrooms and that was a haven for those extra hot days. WE used the screen on the patio to help deflect hot afternoon sun. The home has the ambience of a Hawaiian home! We would love to return to this spot!!! The town is a couple blocks away. It has beautiful landscape! Plus the view of the ocean, and the waterfalls on the backdrop of the mountains. We saw up to 6 waterfalls on one afternoon! Wow absolutely gorgeous! The beds were terrific! There wasn't anything we didn't like about the home or location! Thanks to the owners what a lovely home you shared with our little family!. Thank you to Kauai Vacation Rentals. They went above and beyond and even checked in on us a couple days in making sure everything was great!
Susanne J.
April 2022
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:
It is our second trip to this home. We love the house and working with Kauai Vacation Rentals.
natalie w.
April 2022
Great Location, But very old , needs major updating. Mold in shower was the kicker.
Devon G.
November 2021
Its was everything we hoped for! We rented two other houses near by also for our family reunion.
The house is beautifully decorated and such a pleasure to be in. We will come back in two years to do it all over again.
Christopher C.
November 2021
Had everything we needed, was very nicely equipped with beach gear, kitchen necessities and I even didn’t have to worry about laundry/dish detergent which sounds silly but was very nice.
Adrienne D.
June 2021
This home is lovely, but not perfect. The location right across the street from the bay is perfect. The home is clean and well cared for, the beds are comfortable and there's plenty of linens. The road (Weke) is right in front of the house and traffic noise is significant especially at sunrise and sunset when we most wanted to be outside. The a/c is only in the bedrooms and in Hanalei that would probably work for most of the year, but we had quite a hot streak during our visit and the main house was almost unbearably hot. We ended up just hanging out in the bedrooms in the evenings. A small, but irritating detail is that house doesn't have any sort of beach toys...they had chairs and an umbrella but no kid toys or boogie boards (which we've always had with other homes in this price range). I just hate buying more plastic then necessary on this island.
The view is lovely, the town is walking distance and if not a heat wave, I would stay here again.
Susanne J.
June 2021
Great communication from the property managers. Easy check in. This house is all about the lanai. We spent any time we were home on the front porch listening to the ocean. Weke road is surprisingly busy but drivers are mostly careful. The house was well equipped and clean and just lovely. New construction across the street blocks most of the ocean view but you can definitely hear it. Walking distance to beaches, restuarants, etc. Renting bikes is a great idea.
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