Alii Kai, Kauai

Ali'i Kai is a peaceful and quiet condo resort located in Princeville, on the beautiful north shore of Kauai, Hawaii. Nestled on an ocean bluff, the resort offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the Bali Hai mountain range. The resort is known for its immaculate landscaping and is close to world-class golf courses, tennis courts, shopping, dining, and various outdoor activities such as swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing, horseback riding, and hiking. Ali'i Kai features a large heated pool, jacuzzi, children's pool, outdoor shower, and two gas BBQ grills with a covered pavilion for poolside dining.

    Alii Kai Quick Facts:


  • Address: 3830 Edward Rd,Princeville, HI 96722
  • Property Size: ~7.0 acres (56 units)
  • Reviews: 4.85 / 5.0 (from 3008 reviews)
  • Average Price: $440/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Alii Kai Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Alii Kai

Alii Kai Average Rates


As of June 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Alii Kai is $440. 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 Alii Kai Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


Reviewer Portrait

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.

Staying at Alii Kai feels like a classic North Shore Kauai escape: peaceful, scenic, and close to everything that makes Princeville special. Many condos perch along ocean bluffs with wide-open views—guests rave about watching whales, turtles, dolphins, and seabirds, catching sunrises and sunsets, and falling asleep to the sound of waves. The location is convenient for Hanalei, Anini, Kilauea, and Na Pali outings, with quiet neighborhood walking paths and easy parking. A favorite on-site adventure is the trail down to Turtle Cave—beautiful but steep and slippery, so go only when conditions are safe.

Units are generally spacious and well stocked, often with full kitchens, in‑unit laundry, and lots of beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, snorkel sets, coolers). Many have been updated and are very clean, with comfortable beds and thoughtful touches; hosts are frequently praised for clear instructions and responsive communication. The resort amenities—pools, hot tub (varies by phase), and clean gas grills—add to the relaxed, family‑friendly feel and make it easy to cook in and linger on the lanai.

Common trade-offs to know: most condos do not have central A/C, so you’ll rely on tradewinds and fans (some renovated units add bedroom mini‑splits). Heat‑sensitive sleepers and light sleepers should note early‑rising roosters and that sound can carry between floors; upstairs units tend to be quieter. There’s no direct beach access from the cliff, so plan to drive to beaches. As an older complex, a few units feel dated or have minor maintenance/housekeeping hiccups, and occasional complex‑wide issues (like a rare water outage) have occurred; experiences with management responsiveness vary by unit. Overall, guests overwhelmingly love the views, location, and laid‑back vibe—just arrive with island expectations and you’re likely to have a serene North Shore stay.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Alii Kai Reviews


The host was very responsive when we had any questions. The place was beautiful, loved all the updates and very comfy beds.
Carol R.
February 2026

Nice unit well furnished and many toys. Quiet and beautiful location
Cheryle R.
February 2026

This was stunning condo with a fantastic view and had anything you could possibly need. We love to cook and kitchen had it all!! Our host Lucy was great - responded quickly to anything we needed and was so accommodating when we needed a late check-out. We loved Princeville - it was a great place to run and/or walk and the small town had great restaurants, grocery and shopping. Location was perfect!
Gretchen T.
February 2026

The owner Bill was great and responded right away to anwer any questions. The condo is beautiful well stocked for anything you would possibly need. The views of the ocean from all the windows and balcony is amazing. Would highly suggest you stay here when visiting Kauaii!
Maureen S.
February 2026

Great location in Princeville. The condo has two ensuite bedrooms making it ideal for two couples. We hit Costco for supplies and ate most meals at the condo avoiding the unhealthy and expensive dining out!
Marcus
February 2026

Lovely place!
Kathy W.
February 2026

The view! The fresh sea air! The albatrosses speeding by! The whales (at a distance, but still fun to watch with our binoculars).
Marla P.
February 2026

Washer and then the dryer stopped working. Kitchen curtains were stained. Mold in guest bathroom
Dave L.
February 2026

Great location. All the amenities you could ever want. Beds were a little firm. But the view makes up for everything.
John N.
February 2026

We had an incredible stay here. The condo was spotlessly clean and comfortable. It was stocked with enough supplies to do some laundry and cook basic meals. Some beach essentials were provided such as beach chairs, boogie boards, towels, and a little cooler. Access to the complex and the condo was simple. The pool area was nice. We could see the ocean from our back door. Highly recommend!
Heather N.
February 2026

Everything was as advertised. We loved the view and the house was very clean and had all the supplies we needed. We had some trouble with the dishwasher, but the manager showed up and rebooted the machine, and it worked perfectly the rest of our stay.
Patti N.
February 2026

First, the location is absolutely magnificent right on the water. And the property where this place was located was so quiet and clean. The welcome basket was a very nice touch. Aside from the beautiful view, we very much appreciated that there were several extra towels and blankets. You don’t find this always in rental. The kitchen was well equipped, everything we needed! We had a great time and would definitely rent this property again.
Melanie A.
February 2026

Beautiful condo with everything you need. Location is easy to restaurants and services. Private and quiet with whale watching and bird, animal visitors. Amenities galore.
Timothy P.
February 2026

Nicely accommodating… would stay again. Would recommend some bar stool chairs at the counter… other than that, a very nice space.
Dave K.
February 2026

So enjoyed our Kauai Vacation in this amazing condo. It was everything we had imagined and more. Lucy and Doug were so welcoming and there to answer any questions we had!! The condo is so well stocked with everything you might need for your vacation, they have thought of everything!! Wonderful location and easily accessible. Mahalo for taking the time to come and visit us. We hope to be back sometime in the future!! Thor & Gudny
Thor J.
February 2026

The information about the condo described a heated pool on the property. The pool was not heated! In fact it was freezing cold! Also, the use of the TV was so cumbersome that we missed the Olympics and the Super Bowl. The condo also had windows that would not close tightly. During storms, the cold air blew nonstop through the condo. The condo and surroundings were definitely not worth the price charged. I request that a partial refund be made.
Gary J.
February 2026

The view was outstanding! We watched a lot of whales swim by and enjoyed the sounds of the waves. The place was very clean and spacious with pleasant decor. We had 2 couples and we each had our own bedroom with a great view of the ocean and our own bathroom. The kitchen had a lot of dishes, pots and appliances to cook with. It does not have a BBQ on the deck but a community use BBQ is close by. The fridge had a ice maker and there are a couple of cooler bags to borrow to take drinks etc on a road trip or to the beach, which was handy. There is a washer and dryer in the unit if needed. I really liked the walk in closet in the master bedroom to put your suitcase in and have less mess of luggage everywhere. The unit had great air flow and we found it cooled off nicely in the evening with the windows opened. We found the accommodation very quiet and comfortable. We would definitely stay there again and recommend to others.
Sherry M.
February 2026

Communication and the local contact was especially helpful. Pool and Hot tub were wonderful. Very private out the patio.
Peter W.
February 2026

Immaculately clean condo, beautiful setting. Omly disappointment was the "heated" pool was unheated and freezing cold. We chose this condo in large part because the pool was supposed to be heated. Heating mechanism was not working the entire week of our stay. We like to swim every day and it was too cold.
stephanie s.
February 2026

Loved the location and incredible ocean views. Well stocked with all the beach accessories needed (towels, chairs, umbrella, beach bags). Very easy communication. We had a wonderful stay
Jackie B.
February 2026

Great location in Princeville and our condo was just steps from the pool and hot tub. Communication was fast. Kitchen had everything you would need for cooking.
Steve B.
February 2026

Phenomenal. In every way. Host was amazing, she was a pleasure to communicate with. Everything you need is there. Space was beautiful. Felt just like home only In heaven. Would highly recommend, and stay again.
Kaitlin V.
February 2026

Beautiful condo with all the amenities.
Koren C.
February 2026

We truly enjoyed staying at this home. Excellent communication with host. Very clean. Had everything you need to enjoy your stay. A
Julie W.
February 2026

We highly recommend staying this condo! It was clean, had plenty of space, was in a quiet complex that is only a short drive from Hanalei Bay, and Angie was a very responsive and accommodating host. We were a little concerned about not having air conditioning, but it was not a problem for us while we visited in late January through early February. We would definitely rent here again!
Laura F.
February 2026

Great place to stay
Chase R.
February 2026

Great communication. Place met all of our needs. Aloha!
Ryan M.
February 2026

Great condo in Princeville with all the amenities in close proximity to Hanalei Bay. The place builds, modern and brand new and obviously well kept. I would ditch the plastic cutting boards for something better otherwise incredible vacation for us. Would definitely stay here again.
Joseph B.
February 2026

Lucy’s place was really very special. The location is magical. The accommodations were exactly as described - very comfortable, functional and extremely clean. Lucy is perhaps the most responsive and kind host we have ever experienced. We will stay here again for sure.
Dennis C.
February 2026

Alan was an excellent host. He provided great support and a long list of activites, restaurants, and shopping suggestions. The condo was very comfortable and well stocked. It was hard not to just sit on the lanai all day and watch the whales and the waves.
Barbara M.
February 2026

Great location with beaches, golf and restaurants near by.The condo had a fully stocked kitchen, all of the beach equipment needed and a fantastic view.
Jean J.
January 2026

The communication was great. The check in and check out super easy and super smooth. But, the best part was the view! The house was great and met or exceeded our needs for sure, but the view was unbeatable! And, we were super grateful for the beach chairs as well. Would definitely recommend this house and hope that we can stay there again!
Andrea J.
January 2026

Amazing view and terrace!
Peyton M.
January 2026

If I ever come back to Kauai, this will be the place!
Cole B.
January 2026

Carrie could not have been more helpful. We enjoyed this very clean and bug free condo and plan to return. This location is exceptional for whale watching from either the lanai or on the chairs at the nearby cliff. Two beaches can be reached by some walking and more are within a twenty minute drive or less. The condo is ready for cooking or grilling outside.Thank you, Carrie!
Alexander G.
January 2026

The views are spectacular, sleeping to the sound of distant ocean waves crashing is so amazing plus ample room in the condo was wonderful.
Lynn P.
January 2026

Everything we needed was provided, and the condo was updated, comfortable, and super clean. The washer/dryer and a dresser in the second bedroom and a desk in the primary bedroom for packing/unpacking were among the many thoughtful conveniences the owner has added to the rental that we appreciated. Check-in/checkout was seamless with excellent communication and directions. We had a wonderful 2-week stay at this pretty place in Princeville. Wish we could have stayed longer. Mahalo!
Elizabeth S.
January 2026

Great location, hot tub was perfect at the end of each day.
Jason C.
January 2026

Absolutely enchanting! I could watch the water all day.. we saw so many whales! Beds were pretty comfortable and everything was clean and beautiful. Sofa was comfortable to watch a movie on in the evening. Lots of books and some games available to use. Didn’t have any trouble at all with bugs. Water was nice and hot and plenty of linens and towels. Would absolutely stay here again!
kathee s.
January 2026

This was by far the best location, and most beautifully unit we have had the pleasure and opportunity to stay in over the years. Outstanding views and supplied with every kind of thoughtful thing you could need for cooking and just general enjoyment. We saw so many whales just sitting on the deck watching the horizon . Amazing !!!!! 12/10 this is a must stay, we will be returning as often as possible .
Christine G.
January 2026

Good location, clean, nice layout
Karen B.
January 2026

It was a nice stay. The unit could definitely use some updating but it was comfortable.
Kelly S.
January 2026

This was fine, but I wouldn’t choose it again. It definitely looked better in photos to me. The windows, window coverings and carpet in the bedrooms need to be replaced. The cleaning could be better as well. There was lizard or bird poop all over the inside of the window sills in the dining room, as well as on the outside of the bedroom and bathroom windows. We’ve stayed in a lot of complexes in Princeville and this was one of the worst for management of the chickens. All the sidewalks and grasses had bird feces everywhere, it was like walking through a mine field. I know that’s not within the hosts realm of control but I think it should be mentioned so people are aware. And that they will be woken up at all hours by the roosters and since there isn’t air conditioning in warmer months keeping the windows open for sleeping might be challenging. Location is great, you can walk down the road for great views of the ocean. The pool and hot tub are nice and were rarely very busy. Patio is nice as well. We never used it though because of the chickens and the mess they were leaving. We also couldn’t find a broom there so it wasn’t even something we could clean. One other thing that management or the host should have mentioned was that the water was going to be turned off the first morning of our stay and there was bulldozers parked right in front of the bedroom windows for two days. We didn’t end up being without water but it was noisy and we just should have been given a heads up.
Heather C.
January 2026

Beautiful view, great location, clean condo. Host was very responsive. Will definitely be back!
Joleen K.
January 2026

This place was absolutely amazing. The ocean views from every room were breathtaking and made our stay feel extra special. The home was very well equipped with everything we needed, including beach and snorkel gear, as well as a fully stocked kitchen with plenty of cooking utensils. The atmosphere was incredibly tranquil so peaceful that falling asleep felt like listening to the Calm app all night. We couldn’t have asked for a more relaxing getaway and would absolutely stay here again.
Gabriela M.
January 2026

A wonderful view! A great location. Premises well maintained. Good kitchen utensils.
Dee A.
January 2026

Absolutely stunning rental! Quiet and peaceful, overlooking the ocean- tons of privacy and really high quality place. Even the bedding and towels felt bougie. 10/10 will definitely stay here again, next time, for the entire trip instead of breaking it up. Smaller bedroom had a not so comfy bed, and the front door is tricky, but everything was wonderful.
mandy t.
January 2026

This condo on the North Shore of Kauai was absolutely amazing! The attention to detail was incredible. The decor is a perfect blend of old Hawaiian charm and modern touches. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need, including a Keurig coffee maker, plenty of dishware, bowls, pans, sharp knives, a juicer, and Tupperware for packing snacks to the beach. From every room in the condo, you can enjoy breathtaking views, there’s even a pair of binoculars to watch the whales breach in the waves right outside your door! Every room has a TV with an Apple TV, and there are beach chairs, beach umbrellas, snorkel gear, beach towels, yoga mats, games, and books available for your use. We loved the privacy of this unit - it felt like having our own private front yard with plenty of outdoor seating. Everything was well thought out, well maintained, and simply beautiful. We can’t wait to stay here again!
Mynda M.
January 2026

Beautiful condo on the cliffs with absolutely everything we needed for a great stay. The beds were very comfortable and the furnishings are very nice. We loved our stay overlooking the jungle.
Janet M.
January 2026

Loved falling asleep to sound of the ocean! Saw whales and dolphins from the balcony while drinking our morning coffee. Great location near Hanalei Bay, restaurants, surfing/boogie boarding, family friendly beach. A wonderful restful week, would definitely come back to this property.
Amy W.
January 2026


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