Reka O.
December 2024
Condo was amazing! Right on the water, you can hear the waves!! This condo was stocked with everything you could ever need for an amazing Hawaiian vacation. So nice inside the condo, very clean, nice furniture and very comfortable beds!! Will definitely stay here again. Easy access to north and south side of the island. Great shops and restaurants very close to resort too! Bike path is so nice to ride for a short or long ride!
Ser C.
November 2024
Our stay at this condo was absolutely wonderful! The location couldn’t be better—right next to a stunning ocean beach, offering breathtaking views and easy access. The condo was well-equipped with a fully stocked kitchen, making it convenient to prepare meals. It truly felt like a home away from home. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and can’t wait to return!
Alexis B.
November 2024
The condo was lovely and well stocked for cooking onsite. Beautiful view of ocean and loved that we could walk out onto the lanai and across the grass to a small beach. The owner and property manager were very responsive to questions. Kauai is such an amazing island! We would like to stay at this condo again.
Richard G.
October 2024
Excellent place. Central location, ocean front.
Well equipped unit.
One little problem thst was handled promptly,
Would love to return.
Karen Z.
October 2024
Good
Jeff S.
October 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Pono Kai condo. The photos and description of the property and amenities were spot on. Use of the beach equipment, bikes, etc. made the trip even better. Lena was an excellent property manager and provided a clear and useful instruction sheet of the condo. Our only complaint would be the early checkout time of 10:00am. The only non-stop flight off Kauai was 10:00 pm. We had a whole day to kill without a place to come back to which forced us to spend more time at the airport than we would have liked. Other than that, our trip was fantastic!
Daniel P.
September 2024
Very well appointed thank the owner for great stay . Corporate should of said more about construction to building along with unit above. A number of days no access from slideing door
Christi K.
August 2024
This place was great! We would definitely stay here again! It was very clean. Lots of activities on the grounds (pool, ping pong, corn hole, chest, mini golf). We watched the sunrise the 1st morning and went for a walk in town and got some great coffee. Another morning we enjoyed a bike ride. This place has everything you need (beach towels, beach chairs, boogie boards, cooler w/ ice packs in freezer). The AC worked great! We ate off the porch one night and enjoyed the ocean front scenery.
Cheryle E.
August 2024
Everything listed and more. Beautiful condo, incredible clean and every beach accessory you could think of and more.
Definitely will be staying again!
Susan A.
July 2024
Absolutely beautiful condo. The owners did a fantastic job decorating!!! Ground floor, just steps to the ocean. So many shops and restaurants to walk to, and the bike path right in front. The owners outdid themselves with stocking the unit with so many wonderful extras. You felt the essence of aloha as soon as you entered. Only 2 things would have made it 110%, did not state that the washer and dryer were coin operated, and around the corner from the unit. And would have liked the guest room to have a queen size bed instead of a full. With 2 grown adults sharing is a bit tight. We used the sofa bed, which was very comfortable!
Would stay here again!
Nancy C.
June 2024
This place was spectacular. I would give it 10 out of tens. Everything we needed was there. It was beautiful and a close proximity to pretty much everything we needed. I would highly recommend this condo to all who want to visit Kapa'a
Carole Anne P.
June 2024
This property was very lovely. It was the most stocked condo we have ever rented. It was very clean and spacious. Walking distance to shops and some dining. The only issue we had was maintenance wasn't very helpful. The lights lights were out on the Lanai , so we weren't able to utilize it at night. We like to sit on the Lanai & eat dinner, play cards, etc and we couldn't do that due to no lighting. They had electric candles, but that was not effective for us. We reported the issue several times a day & it took until the last day to get addressed, which was disappointing.
Lucia K.
May 2024
It was a perfect place for our family to spend time together. The view out the patio was amazing. The morning sunrises were breathtaking to watch from the unit.
Trever N.
May 2024
The condo is well stocked, clean, and everything we expected. We had a fantastic stay and will certainly book again in the future!
Sarah W.
May 2024
Great location and ocean view. Easy walking distance for restaurants. Condo was very clean and nicely decorated.
James Scott H.
April 2024
This was our 2nd time staying in this condo and it was even better than the first.
It is within walking distance of lots of food options and centrally located for trips to either side of Kauai.
The condo is a delight and well appointed and didn't want for anything.
Carol F.
April 2024
We loved our stay here. The views from the lanai are stunning! Loved having the walking trail along the beach. Great location to reach all parts of the island. The airplane tour we did was amazing. Highly recommend doing that. Nice to have downtown Kapaa so close by. Plenty of stores & restaurants to walk to. We can't wait for our next visit here!
Jeanie B.
March 2024
We loved our stay! The condo was beautiful and very comfortable. We loved the location on the island and being so close to the ocean.
Karen T.
February 2024
Great location. Loved looking out the sliding door and seeing the ocean!!!
Hélène
February 2024
Very comfortable, supplied with all you need and more, like bicycles. Easy parking. Lovely to be so close to the sea and see the sunrise every morning from our lanai. Nice to be able to walk to shops and restaurants. Lena and Ivan are very friendly and quick to respond to questions, and eager to help you enjoy your stay on the island.
Kristi C.
January 2024
Beautiful unit, right on the beach! Owner is terrific!
Tom C.
January 2024
We have visited Kauai 4 times, staying at Princeville on the north shore, Kekaha on the south shore, and at Kapaa where this unit is located. The unit was a great location both itself - 1st floor, facing the ocean - and in terms of getting easily around the island to Weimea Canyon, botanical gardens, and elsewhere. The unit was very quiet, with an excellent master bedroom, bath and rain shower. Communication with the owners was easy. There is a great paved walking path just out the door that runs along the ocean for several miles, and we enjoyed it twice daily. No complaints and we would happily visit this unit again.
Jessica M.
January 2024
This is one of our best vacations ever. We absolutely love the location, the unit, and everything about this beautiful island.
We highly recommend Pono Kai and particularly this condo to anyone not just for how perfect the location is, but for the condo itself. Beautiful, well appointed, super comfortable bed…. And that view. No words. We had such a great time, and can’t think Lena and Ivan enough.
Happy Holidays!!
Jessy and Charge Michael
Michelle G.
January 2024
Loved the condo. Beautiful view of the ocean and very comfortable accommodations. Convenient location.
Charlene P.
January 2024
We enjoyed our stay. Very clean, Great location, Easy check in process and they had no problem accommodating us with parking our vehicle & large box truck. We look forward to staying there again next year!! Mahalo
Mark C.
December 2023
Lena’s property was the centerpiece for a fantastic family vacation that we will never forget! Clean, comfortable, well stocked, great location. Convenient to Kapa’a and all Kauai has to offer. We will be back!
Paul M.
November 2023
Our neighbors above us had a toddler who ran around the unit constantly and because the sound insulation is so poor it really became an aggravation. Our last night was outrageous….the running started at 4AM and only let up when I banged on the ceiling.
These units are a problem unless you stay on the 3rd floor. Because we don’t do stairs we will not return to this listing.
Carolyn P.
November 2023
Perfect location! Walking distance to restaurants to and shopping. Easy to get to any part of the island. The condo was a perfect size for our two couples. We loved cooking in the kitchen and using the resort grills. The sun and moon rises were spectacular! Dinner and cards on the lanai almost every night! It was a perfect vacation.
Danielle J.
October 2023
My fiancé and I came to Hawaii for our wedding. The sun rises in the morning were breathtaking from the lanai. The pictures do not do it justice when it says it is right on the beach. The condo had everything you could possibly want or need for a great stay in Hawaii. The location is centralized for convenience of traveling north or south on the island. It is within walking distance of many shops and restaurants.
The only complaint I have is that the bed in the master bedroom is not very comfortable. We ended up purchasing a memory foam mattress topper while we were there to help provide some comfort.
I would definitely recommend this property to anyone and would definitely come back.
Niki B.
September 2023
Amazing view! This is a perfect location if you like visiting both sides of the island. Lena (property owner) was very attentive and kind. We look forward to visiting again soon.
Michael R.
September 2023
This property is everything it says it is! Excellent Kapa'a location just feet from the ocean. The condo is well equipped and tastefully decorated. We will definitely stay at this property again when traveling asa family!
James T.
September 2023
Excellent location, excellent amenities, exactly as advertised and well worth your time and money. We would return without hesitation.
Twiggs Family - Terre Haute, IN
Rachel H.
September 2023
This unit was the best unit I have ever stayed in when vacationing. The cleanliness was exceptional, location was perfect to see all of Kauai. It was so amazing to open the sliding door and see/ hear the ocean.
This condo is well worth renting. The owners were amazing and were there to help with any questions I had. They go above and beyond to make your stay a wonderfull experience. Dont hesitate rent this today and make the dream come true.
Liz B.
August 2023
A great condo in the perfect location!
Cindie L.
July 2023
Loved to be able to walk straight out the door and to the beach! Also able to walk or ride bikes to shops and restaurants!
Dr Larry D.
July 2023
Superb location and Great Condo!!
Brian R.
June 2023
The property was incredible and the owner was great with communication. The path right outside of the patio doors was great for a quick bike ride or walk/run. The beach in front of the property had really nice sand and surf. Searching for crabs at night on the beach was really fun. Overall property is in a great location and came fully stocked with everything needed for cooking meals, playing on the beach, and other outdoor rec. Highly recommend and hope to be back someday!
Dianne P.
June 2023
This condo was exactly as written. Very clean. Has everything needed. Great view. Will definitely stay here again!
Lincoln K.
May 2023
Nice view of the ocean very big master room.
Terence and Sheena B.
May 2023
Lena's condo was exactly as advertised and had absolutely everything we needed and more. She has really thought of everything. The convenience of the ground floor unit was wonderful and extended the living space. the proximity to the grounds many amenities and beach were perfect (and watching sunrise each morning was lovely). Lena was very responsive to our questions and provided step by step information for when we arrived, what to expect and how to go about things. The use of the bikes were a wonderful bonus and we used them several times on the path. We would absolutely stay in this condo and at Pono Kai again.
Jean A.
April 2023
Easy and comfortable condo on Pacific. Clean, well furnished kitchen, towels, patio with furniture. Plenty of amenities in resort complex—accessible walk/ bike path. Beaches to swim. Restaurants and food trucks near. Safeway grocery shopping near.
Highly recommended.
Kathleen C.
April 2023
This condo is perfect. There were beach chairs/umbrellas, beach stuff (boards/snorkels/masks/floats/towels), and a cooler for use. I would definitely stop and check before buying anything for your stay. The beach is right there and you can watch the sunrise from bed. We won't be back because there is too much of this world to explore, but you should stay here. You won't be disappointed.
Angelica L.
April 2023
The rental couldn't have been more perfect from the helpful communication from the host and fantastic location to the rental itself. Additionally we loved having access to their beach and snorkeling gear. We ended up doing a lot of exploring on the island but the resort and host has everything you need to enjoy your vacation!
Lynn W.
April 2023
A beautiful condo with the perfect location and all the amenities of home! Add easy communication with gracious hosts and you’ve got a little piece of paradise all to yourself!
Jane B.
March 2023
Nice place to stay. Only down part is you hear the footsteps from the room above. Bed was comfortable and the air conditioning kept the room cool.
Have to wake up for the morning sunrise 🌞
Greg G.
February 2023
The property was a wonderful place to relax and unwind. The beach is beautiful. Location is central to many destinations.
Roy G.
January 2023
We found the property to be just as advertised. Great view from lanai. Most everything we needed for our stay was found on premises.
The resort location on the east coast of the island worked well for us as we visited the North and South coasts on multiple days.
Donna R.
January 2023
Easy check-in.
Responsive and attentive owners and local property representative.
Well appointed condo overlooking the ocean.
Magnificent sunrises and sunsets while walking the beach pathway.
A relaxing and peaceful stay on the East Coast.
January 2023
We spent a lovely 10 days here over Christmas. The condo is perfect- walk across the grass and bike trail to the beach. No traffic noise- centrally located in Kapaa, no need to drive if you stay in town. We were able to use the owners’ bicycles- which were perfect and spent lots of time on the bike path. The town has tons of local flavor- which we prefer over resorts and had great food at many of the restaurants. The people on the island are friendly and welcoming. Our hosts were readily available for questions and the condo was well- equipped, down to the coffee filters. The laundry facilities are right around the corner. We didn’t try the pool- preferred the ocean and only used the gym a couple times. The water near the condo is pretty calm- no crashing waves but lovely swimming and floating. Shopping is all nearby as well. This is a quieter town- everything shuts down around 5 and not all restaurants are open every day. Make sure to visit the Pono market- they close at 2 and usually have a line but well worth the wait!
Gary H.
December 2022
Would rent this condo again
Ray R.
December 2022
Everything was great. From the property to the location to the weather to the island to the food and to the people we met. One of the best vacations ever! Mahalo forever.
Stephen H.
November 2022
Fantastic condo. Loved everything about the place
Mary L.
November 2022
Very well-equipped, nicely furnished, and clean. Beautiful location with superb ocean view!
Adena C.
November 2022
We have stayed at this property several times and each time it is a pleasant experience. The location on the beach is fantastic, the condo is clean and well-stocked, the on-island manager is responsive and helpful, and all of the accommodations are comfortable.
Brian G.
November 2022
Great Stay
Justin R.
November 2022
This place is amazing! It is so close to the ocean you can hear the waves while you sleep. The property looks like a magazine cover. There are chickens everywhere but no poop on the ground. The bed is a little hard but I am use to a very soft bed. There are not words for how perfect it was.
Kristyn L.
October 2022
We had a great stay here! The property is in the perfect location to watch the sunrise every morning and to hop on the boardwalk for a bike ride or walk!
Eugene L.
October 2022
Overall good property and good experience. Only hiccup was on check in day…the door code did not work. We contacted the property owners and manager and did not get a response. We finally got a response an hour and half later when we went had the resorts front desk contact the property manager. We would have expected phones to be ready at check in time in case of what we experienced. Outside of that hiccup, the stay was nice. Place was clean and had all the amenities we wanted. Location was incredible. Paco’s Tacos next to the resort is a must-go place. Great chicken tacos.
michelle k.
September 2022
Smooth rental process. The condo was perfect and had everything needed for our family to enjoy our week in Kauai! Thank you very much, we’ll be back!
Mary Jo A.
September 2022
Beautiful condo, perfect view, lovely sunrises. 10+++
Kendall C.
September 2022
We had a fantastic time! The place was very clean and in a perfect location. Check in was easy and straight forward. I hope to visit again soon!
Jonathan A.
September 2022
We absolutely loved this rental unit. The only thing I regret is not staying longer! It’s super clean and comfortable, and has more amenities than we could need. Perfect place for a family to stay on Kauai. We will 100% look for this rental the next time we visit. Thank you so much!
Tim $ Kati C.
August 2022
We love staying in Kapaa because of its convenient location, bike path and food options. We really enjoyed the ocean front view and bikes we could ride along the bike path. This condo was very comfortable for our family and we are hoping to come back next summer.
Tyler P.
August 2022
Had a great experience. All was well with the condo. Beach right out the back door, with walking path along it. Hammocks and lawn games and grills around the condo grounds were a nice luxury.
Charlotte
August 2022
Great owners. Registration staff is very pleasant. Love the pond and grounds. A/C in condo works great. We will be back.
Tina H.
August 2022
This is an excellent location to stay on Kauai to adventure to many parts of the island. The condo was clean and well stocked with items for the kitchen, beach, and even bikes! The lanai was wonderful in the mornings to watch the sun come up over the ocean. The town of Kapa’a is just steps away that offers food options and shopping. Go to Pono Market. It’s a great family-owned place. We also appreciated the air conditioning on the steamy summer days. We definitely would return another time!
Melanie S.
August 2022
the apartment was very clean and modern. It had everything you need and much more. Parasols, deck chairs and cool bags. many thanks for everything.
Matthew A.
July 2022
Would love to stay here again
Caleb G.
July 2022
Above and beyond our expectations! Would love to stay here again without hesitation. Bedrooms and bathrooms were huge. Ample living space and large kitchen. ACs in all the rooms were a major plus compared to many other places on the island I've seen or been to. Cannot speak highly enough about every aspect of the owner and rental. Thank you & Mahalo!
Peter D.
July 2022
Probably the best vacation ever... partly because of our condo! Furnished with tons of beach goodies--- chairs, coolers, umbrellas, straw mat... even snorkeling stuff and boogie boards. Surf puts you to sleep since it's 50 feet from the sand. Kitchen is supplied well. We even used the two bikes on the 7 mile bike path that runs along the shore. We were a bit nervous being on the ground floor because of unknown upstairs neighbors. On the first night we reminded them at midnight that other people were in the building... so to take it down a notch. We preferred to stay in Kapaa instead of north or south because it was accessible to all. This is a bigger unit with two baths... and was perfect for us. The condo community had good amenities too. We will definitely be back... but for a bit longer next time!
Price B.
July 2022
The condo was updated and absolutely beautiful, with AC, all the amenities you could think of or want, and just steps from the beach. You can't beat it! The location was within walking distance to most of the shops and restaurants in town. We got a rental car and didn't really even need it(unless you want to visit other sides of the island of course). The resort has a beautiful Koi pond in which you can feed the fish or just enjoy the scenery. Puttputt golf, bocci ball, croquet, tennis, chess, herb garden, pool and more! We just enjoyed the scenery alone and all the flowers and lush beauty Kauai has to ofter. 10/10 would stay again!
JAMES T.
July 2022
it was spacious with a fabulous ocean view. Easy walk to restaurants
Paula P.
May 2022
Comfortable accommodations, but it was all about …..location, location, location. Beautiful beach setting, with lovely property.
Melissa C.
May 2022
We loved having a beach out front of this ground level condo! Also enjoyed the pool and the ability to walk to good food! The owner and local manager were quick to respond to any questions. Perfect location for touring the entire island and for taking a day to just hangout and enjoy the property!
James Scott H.
April 2022
The onsite property manager Renee was amazing and worked with us to fix an issue and went above and beyond.
The condo itself is in an awesome location within walking distance of everything Kapa'a has to offer and is situated right between the north and south sides of the island, so going anywhere was a breeze (apart from the ever-present traffic jam on Highway 56, but that's been around forever).
The Kauai Multiuse Path is literally just outside your door for awesome strolls along the ocean.
Our one suggestion to improve things would be bigger beach towels in the unit.
A Plus Plus Plus
Mark L.
April 2022
Everything smooth
Peter N.
April 2022
We loved the ocean views, the proximity to the promenade, and ease of finding fine dining or delicious food trucks. The condo is very comfortable and nicely appointed with all the conveniences.
Michael G.
March 2022
The condo was clean, modern, comfortable, well equipped, with the walk path and ocean directly in front of the lanai.
Amber C.
March 2022
We had such a wonderful time. Not only was this place in this location above and beyond what I imagined, but Lena is an amazing host. She checked in to see how we were doing which stood out to me. It was our first trip to Kauai and it could not have been better. This property is at the center of everything. We do wish we could have stayed longer. With the ocean waves nearby, it was so hard to say goodbye. We do hope, when we decide to return back to Kauai, this property will be available. I would definitely recommend anyone to stay here. Thank you so much Lena and Ivan!
Rita P.
February 2022
Spend a month here will my elderly parents. We have stayed at this compound previously, but this is the first two bedroom unit. I cannot imagine a better location. The amenities are plentiful and the view is amazing. Walking distance to Old Town with many shops and restaurants.
Only downside would be noise from other guests in the unit above. No control over who is renting there, so hope for quiet people.
Rohit S.
February 2022
The location is just amazing and we loved watching the sunrise from the bedroom, living room, lanai. The unit has very good views for sunrise and the ocean, but the bike/walk path does get busy early in the morning. Privacy may be an issue for some, but it was fine. We enjoyed breakfast on the lanai, and could easily access the walkable beaches. The town is a short walk with several food options to choose from. No need to drive around, making this a perfect location.
The property was clean, well maintained, tastefully done. It was a very comfortable stay. The pool on the property was also easily accessible, clean. The Pono Kai resort itself is well maintained and clean.
We had an issue with the door code not working one day, but the property manager was super responsive and helped us out promptly.
We would love to stay here again.
Kevin L.
February 2022
Great location! Great beds!
ROSALIND D.
February 2022
Large master suite with on suite bathroom. Master bedroom and family room look directly out at the ocean . Large pool and games to play at pool area. Great place to stay.
Kati N.
January 2022
Great vacation. Love the walking path right outside.
Sandy L.
December 2021
The property is right on the beach. Beautiful sunrise every morning. We loved the condo. It was perfect in every way. It exceeded our expectations. It was perfectly appointed and beautifully updates. I would not change a thing g. We look forward to staying their again.
Thanks for everything you have done. It really made our stY spectacukar.
Bronwen Z.
December 2021
This unit at Pono Kai was perfect for our family of 4. The location was wonderful. Bike and jogging path 20 feet from the lanai. Amazing oven views. We could walk to restaurants, shops and to get yummy shave ice! Also, it was a great central location so we could explore the north and south shores. This condo had everything we needed and more! Cooler and beach chairs were SO nice to have! The owners also let us use their bikes which was amazing! We biked down to Kealia beach and had a blast boogie boarding. Thanks again for letting us stay in your beautifully updated property!
Robert T.
November 2021
From check-in to Checkout this unit was more than we could have asked for. We were vacationing with another couple for both of our anniversary’s. The unit really is about 25 steps to the ocean and is clean and modern. Everything is here that you’ll need. Don’t overpack, the on-site laundry is a few steps away, so clothes washing is easy. Very central to most affordable eating establishments if you choose to eat out. Just remember, you’re on Aloha time out here so you’ll be lucky if their open. There is plenty of on-site recreation and if you want to rent equipment, there’s a concierge and Rex center open. No need to go out in town to rent. The hosts communicate very well and have an on-island manager which we did not use in case you need anything. This unit is also on YouTube and gives a great overview of what to expect, Mahalo
Chuck B.
November 2021
The property and view were absolutely the best. Eastside Zen Retreat was everything and more than it was advertised to be. The perfect vacation retreat and centrally located on the island. Also perfect for guests that enjoying cooking at home and just relaxing or venturing out. Kapaa is a great town for any type of shopping whether it be for food, dining out or gifts to take home.
A special thanks to the owner for making out first trip to Hawaii the best vacation ever.
Chuck and Marcy Beck,
Pamela L.
September 2021
First floor oceanfront
Marcus S.
September 2021
Wonderful vacation. Lena was super available and helpful with communication and they have a beautiful condo. Lots of great food options within walking distance (we thought the Java Kai breakfast sandwiches were particularly excellent) and sitting on the lanai watching the ocean never got old. Very grateful for our vacation opportunity.
Pamela O.
September 2021
Well maintained condo. Property has numerous activities. Walking distance to downtown area. Nice area to walk by the ocean convenient to the condo. Chickens and roosters are entertaining.
Chris B.
September 2021
Loved the stay which was perfect for our family of 4 with two teenagers. The unit was right on the ocean with great views and a bike/running path that I used daily. Unit is also within a short walk from Kapaa town which has a lot of good options for food and drinks, and a terrific coffee shop. Unit has a shared paid laundry facility which worked fine for us. Also there is not centralized AC, but the master and other bedrooms had a swamp cooler which did the trick. Kapaa was a great place to be as it is not far from either the north or south coasts and has great hiking, golf and other activities nearby.
Cathy B.
July 2021
Lovely 2-bedroom condo on first floor with Lanai fronting on ocean and convenient bike/walking path.
Very convenient to downtown shops, restaurants (coffee, pizza etc.)
Well equipped kitchen.
Dining table and chairs made of beautiful, HEAVY (koa?) wood.
Resort pool and hot tub functional, if a bit dated.
Plenty of activities available to amuse kids: corn hole, horseshoes, croquet, putting greens, tennis courts being refurbished as of (July 2021).
Tamara B.
July 2021
Had some trouble with front desk (getting checked in)the condo is beautiful and cant ask for a better location, overall fantastic vacation!!
Virginia S.
July 2021
Condo location is centrally located. One hour travel time to north or south side of island.
Condo is very nicely furnished. Kitchen has everything you need.
Beautiful grounds.
Very friendly staff.
Highly recommend this unit. Would stay in this unit again.
Chris E.
June 2021
The new owners, Lena and Ivan are the right people to rent from. The unit is as pictured and described. Pono Kai has so many things to do at the resort, when you're not doing the excursions. My wife, daughter, niece and myself had fun "playing". The unit had all the things we needed to enjoy the stay. We put the beach chairs, snorkel gear and cooler in the car and hit the various beaches. The owners were at the island and we got to have some cold beverages together and got to know them a bit. Amazing stay! Would stay in their unit anytime. Thanks Lena & Ivan- we hope to come visit again!
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