Mala Hale


Rates: $694 / night (avg.)
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Bed types: KKQ (sleeps 6)
Reviews: 4.90 (from 23 reviews)
Birdsong drifts through open windows before the trade winds pick up for the day, the first thing most guests notice at Mala Hale, set back in a garden near Princeville's North Shore beaches. The single-level home spreads three bedrooms across white-beamed ceilings and tile floors, with a private courtyard hot tub off the primary suite and a lanai built for slow mornings. Three bedrooms on one level suit families or multigenerational groups without a stair in sight. What You'll Love About Mala Hale • Vaulted white-beamed ceilings and a wall of windows fill the living room with green, garden light • Dining table for six under a modern chandelier, sliding doors open straight to the lanai • Primary suite with a soaking tub, walk-in closet, and a private courtyard hot tub of its own • A bar-seating kitchen island built for cooking as much as for gathering around it • A short walk to Pu'u Poa Beach and Hideaways Beach, two of the North Shore's most scenic stretches Living & Dining Greenery presses in through a wall of windows here, plush seating and a smart TV gathering everyone in for a movie night, or nobody at all when the lanai wins out instead. Dinner for six fits easily under the chandelier, sliding doors already open to the evening air. Chef-Ready Kitchen Large windows keep the kitchen sunlit and the garden close, stainless appliances and a bar-seating island doing the real work behind the view. It's built for real cooking: morning smoothies, grilled catch, a glass of wine while dinner comes together. The Lanai and Garden Yard The covered lanai and its private garden yard become the busiest room of the house by evening, furniture already arranged for a barbecue dinner, tropical landscaping crowding the edges with color and fragrance. Birdsong picks up again around dusk, right on cue. Sleeping Quarters • Primary Suite: King bed, split-type AC, sitting area with TV and couch, walk-in closet, ensuite bath with soaking tub and shower, private courtyard with hot tub • Bedroom 2: King bed, split-type AC, TV • Bedroom 3: Queen bed, split-type AC, sliding glass door to patio • Shared Bathroom: Tile shower Extras • Washer and dryer • Beach gear, including chairs, towels, a cooler, and an umbrella • Essentials like shampoo, linens, and a hair dryer • Cable, smart TVs, and a DVD player • Ceiling fans throughout the single-level layout Nearby On foot, Pu'u Poa Beach and Hideaways Beach are two of the North Shore's most scenic stretches, with the Princeville Makai Golf Course, jogging path, restaurants, and shopping center close by. A short drive covers Hanalei and Kilauea: surfing, kayaking the Hanalei River, local boutiques, and Kilauea Lighthouse. Lihue Airport (LIH) sits on the other side of the island. Good to Know • A mandatory mid-stay cleaning applies to stays of 10 nights or longer, with a second added for stays of 21 nights or longer; separate from the departure cleaning fee charged at booking, and scheduled directly by our team. • Gnats are more common in lush areas during winter months; keeping doors closed and screens in use helps minimize them. • TAT ID: TA-106-410-9056-01 • TMK / Parcel ID: 540170540000 Most days end the same way at Mala Hale: sliding doors open, garden humming, and someone already easing into the courtyard hot tub before dinner's even on the table. Registration Number: 540170540000, TA-106-410-9056-01, GE-106-410-9056-01

Mala Hale Reviews



Rob H.
March 2026
House was very clean and great location. Kitchen was very well equipped. Would have been helpful to have a larger 6 person picnic table outside on patio. Garage door opener works poorly. Outside garden could be maintained better put very nice in any case.


Kim N.
October 2025
We had an incredible time and loved having a hot tub at the house. We also enjoyed riding bikes with four right on-site to the Princeville Center which is so close. Great food, shopping, and shaved ice all at that center. The kitchen has everything you need with great morning light and the home is spacious. Each room has comfortable beds and air for those warmer days. The grounds are stunning and the backyard is a dream! We will stay there again!


Carie W.
August 2025
Great house, our second stay. Well equipped for cooking and adventures. Comfortable rooms, beds, etc. Backyard is a tropical paradise.


Mark L.
April 2025
The backyard was so beautiful, we grounded and stretched out there every morning! The furniture was nice and comfortable, the beds were comfortable, and we loved the indoor/outdoor aspect of the lanai and primary bedroom/bathroom. We would 100 stay here again, and plan to very soon!


Janis K.
April 2024
I was so happy that the house lived up to the photos. Very clean, comfortable for 5 adults. Quiet neighborhood. April was very helpful and encouraged us to reach out whenever we needed.


Carmen M.
February 2024
This home was wonderful. Well appointed, nicely furnished and beautiful backyard! All the beds were comfortable and we had everything we needed! Wonderful stay! Thank you!


Jonathan D.
February 2024
Quiet place away from the hustle and bustle on the south side of the island.



October 2023
My husband, teenage son, and I all loved this house. It was the perfect home base for our Kauai trip. Everything we needed was stocked including goggles, towels, a cooler etc. We loved riding the bikes through the beautiful and peaceful neighborhood. The garden is just as beautiful as the photos. 10/10


Elizabeth L.
October 2023
We loved our stay here! Perfect location to get to anything on the north shore, but still quiet and restful.


Steven Z.
October 2023
Mala Hale was absolutely perfect!! Yen was super easy to communicate with and really friendly. We felt really at home, with everything being sparkling clean, working, and simply beautiful. The AC units worked great and kept us cool while we slept. The jacuzzi was hot and clean. We loved reading and doing puzzles in the screened in lanai with our morning coffee. Usually we stay with friends or family while we’re on island but we brought people this time so we needed a place and it was honestly so lovely that we’ll probably book again even if it’s just two of us! Super grateful for the whole experience.


Carie W.
August 2023
Great house with all of the amenities you need. Private and lush back yard. Very clean, comfy beds, indoor-outdoor feel. Very airy and bright. The property manager was super responsive and helpful.


Michael D.
August 2022
Great time/Great location.


Chad S.
July 2022
Amazing landscape in back yard. Great plac


Jeremy K.
June 2022
Traveling with my wife, my parents, and my two pre-teen kids (7 and 12), we felt immediately at home when we dropped our bags on our way in from the airport. The house was a 40 minute drive from the airport through easy traffic with plenty of scenery. The house is nestled within a street of pretty but non-descript homes, opens up into a spacious and airy interior, accessing a beautiful and secluded back garden. The family areas include a large room which includes a tv lounge area, large kitchen with barstool area, formal dining room, and screen porch (lanai). The garage is well lit and surprisingly clean, and we found plenty of beach gear, washer and dryer, and even several bicycles ready to ride around the slow-paced and comfortable neighborhood. The bedrooms were lovely, though there is definitely a master bedroom (huge space, complete with a large closet, sitting area, private bathroom with a large vanity, and a glassed-in outdoor area with a hot tub) and two normal bedrooms (small closets, shared bathroom). Throughout our 7 days in Kauai, this home was a perfect base for us, with a space for everyone to do their own thing - napping, reading, drawing, cooking - or to join together for a meal or a game. We didn't use the TVs almost at all, though when we did, we noticed they had netflix setup already. The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, utensils, a few spices, and a variety of devices in a closet off of the dining room (toasters, griddles, blenders, etc), and the well stocked nearby grocery store is only a 3 minute drive or 10 minute walk from the house. We didn't cook every meal here, but we make a few breakfasts, used the outdoor bbq to make seared ahi steaks one night and chicken another night, and prepped beach picnics most days. From this location, we weren't an easy walk to a beach (that we could find anyway), but were certainly an easy drive to several, including just a 10 minute drive down into Hanalei. We recommend going to the nearby lighthouse, which was a highlight for all of us, along with the mini-golf near the lighthouse. Speaking of golf, I was worried about seeing the big golf courses all around the house, but you would almost never know they were even there unless you go looking for them - the greens are so separated from the neighborhoods. Instead, the lush back garden with high planted walls, pathways, and statuary makes you feel like you're totally secluded without anyone nearby. Loved this place and will be back


Richard M.
March 2022
Excellent house, with gorgeous backyard.


Keith K.
January 2022
Very spacious house, well equipped, beautiful garden and a great North Shore location! Our host was fantastic about getting back to us, even with odd questions, and very accommodating. We very much enjoyed our stay!


Cris F.
October 2021
Terrific accommodations! Great location. Super comfortable and clean. Dazzling gardens. Lots of amenities: bikes, beach chairs, snorkels, etc. Highly recommended!


Vanessa V.
July 2021
Wonderfully maintained home centrally located to major North Shore spots. Lanai looking out to garden is the perfect place to enjoy coffee and drinks. Also, go sit out in the garden with the one you love with a perfect view of Na'Pali waterfalls. All amenities provided for guests to adventure outdoors. Worth every penny.


simeon e.
April 2021
Lovely garden, very clean. Master suite is nice and spacious. Really like the indoor / outdoor shower and hot tub.


Wendy C.
August 2019
Nice neighborhood and beautiful tropical backyard. Spent most of our time on the screened-in lanai. Spacious for a family of four. Well-supplied kitchen. Open air feel. Very close to the Princeville Center, which has a grocery store, shops and a few restaurants. Close proximity (5-7 minute drive) to Hideaways, Secret Beach, Queen's Bath, Anini Beach and Hanalei. No A/C, which is common in Kauai, but when we stayed in mid-late June, it was fairly uncomfortable, even with the ceiling and floor fans going. Property would benefit from labeled light switches and fan controls, as well as ottomans/footstools for the outdoor lanai. Overall, a great place to stay.


Julia L.
May 2019
My husband and I stayed here during our wedding and honeymoon in Kauai! This was the perfect house to hang out with family, since it was a nice open floor plan and nicely updated! The master bedroom was amazing and the indoor/outdoor shower that connects to the hot tub was our favorite part. The backyard of the house is absolutely beautiful with gorgeous landscaping.! Highly recommend staying at this property ! Also, the property manager Yen, was so helpful and accommodating to our needs, we needed to extend our trip by a couple of days and she made it so easy! Loved this place and will definitely be coming back here again!

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