Emmalani Court, Kauai

Emmalani Court is a quiet, well-maintained condominium located in Princeville, Hawaii, adjacent to the 8th hole of the top-rated Makai Golf Course. The resort is within walking distance to the newly renovated 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, Princeville Resort, Pali Ke Kua Beach, Hideaways, Queen's Bath, and various restaurants. Guests can enjoy the resort's heated pool, hot tub, clubhouse, and BBQ facilities, as well as nearby tennis courts and walking paths. The North Shore offers numerous hiking trails, including the renowned Kalalau Trail, wet and dry caves, and Limahuli, a national tropical botanical garden. Emmalani Court provides a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure for vacationers, with easy access to both stunning sunsets and a variety of outdoor activities.

Emmalani Court Average Rates


As of July 2024, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Emmalani Court is $399. Note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usally much higher), and the averages don't include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax or cleaning and booking fees. Visit the rentals page to see specific unit rates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 493 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.

The reviews for the Emmalani Court condo resort on Kauai are overwhelmingly positive. Guests consistently praise the resort's great location, beautiful views, cleanliness, and spaciousness of the condos. Many appreciate the proximity to beaches, golf courses, and restaurants, as well as the availability of amenities like pools, hot tubs, and well-equipped kitchens. The attentive property management and the inclusion of beach gear and other conveniences in the units are frequently mentioned as highlights. Some minor issues are noted, such as the need for updates in certain areas or the lack of air conditioning in living spaces, but these do not detract significantly from the overall satisfaction. The quiet, peaceful environment and the scenic surroundings contribute to a highly recommended stay for families, couples, and groups looking for a comfortable and enjoyable vacation experience on Kauai's North Shore. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 493 guest reviews.

Recent Emmalani Court Reviews


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 for 10 days and are very happy with our stay. The unit is just across the parking lot from the shared pool/hot tub/grilling area which makes it very convenient. The unit was clean, and the AC was appreciated (many rentals in the area do not have A/C, so I’d recommend you inquire about it if you’re shopping around). The common areas of the condo development are meticulously maintained by a full time on site caretaker named Chris who keeps everything spotless and looking great.
Jessica D.
April 2024

We hope to be back. It was such a nice stay with everything needed for a good meal, gear for the beach, etc. thank you for an amazing stay
Jack W.
April 2024

Wonderful accomodation in a stunning location. Ample room for 4 adults. Fully equipped with high quality appliances. Close to the beautiful beaches. We will come back again.
Ramon Z.
April 2024

Thank you, your place was perfect!
Heather S.
April 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 loved our vacation, and the rental location did not disappoint. The Emmalani Court is a perfect location and central to Princeville and Hanalei, lots to do between the locations and close to beaches, grocery stores, shave ice, golfing, walking trails and more. I highly recommend staying here. The unit is clean, has plenty of space for 4 adults/children and is well stocked; there is nothing that we missed or needed that we couldn't find. The king size beds in each room is a bonus and each bedroom having a dedicated bathroom was wonderful. The living room/dining area is spacious and leaves you plenty of room to sit, relax and enjoy the views. The kitchen had everything we needed to make meals, and lots of extras for storage, etc. Emmalani Court has a heated pool that we found great during March. During our stay, the pool area was not busy and the kids had a blast. We saw several people leveraging the gas grills (in the pool area) which was a great offering. I highly recommend getting a car for your trip to see the whole island, but this is the spot to stay! We will be back!
Kathryn M.
April 2024

Great location and the condo was perfect for two people.
maureen k.
April 2024

We have stayed in several properties on Kauai, and this was absolutely the best. The location is great, between Anini and Kalihiwai beaches and Hanalei. Also love that Foodland right down the street. The beds were comfortable, the master bath shower was very nice, and the property was clean and organized, with plenty of houseware and kitchenware. The air conditioning helped out on warm afternoons. The complex was great and has a really nice pool. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Mark R.
April 2024

This place is huge and perfect for families! Excellent views and close to everything in the North Shore (restaurants at Hanalei Bay, Ha'ena State Park, Na Pali Catamaran tours, etc.) The property is clean and has everything you need for a fantastic Kaua'i trip. Highly recommend.
Tanya S.
April 2024

This property was clean and had everything we neeeded. The beds were so comfy and the location was perfect!
Lacey R.
April 2024

Very clean, great location, fully furnished kitchen was nice, all the beach stuff was a wonderful bonus.
David R.
April 2024

Excellent stay in Princeville! Great accommodations in the heart of it all. The condo satisfied our needs, pool and hot tub were immaculate, crystal clear water (very little chlorine if any) which we thoroughly enjoyed in the evenings after the pleasant days on the beaches. The condo comes with everything you need on the beach including boogie boards, snorkel gear, and lounge chairs. The host was always available through text and promptly replied with any questions. We would surely stay again! Thank you!
Jon J.
April 2024

This was the perfect spot for our family of six. The rooms were clean and comfortable with plenty of space. We enjoyed walking down to the beach and ending the evenings in the hot tub. I would highly recommend this location to anyone.
Lenaya A.
March 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: This was a great place - clean, tastefully decorated, well supplied, comfortable beds, lots of extras! Highly recommend.
Carol Lynn W.
March 2024

We had one of our families’ most wonderful vacations yet at this beautiful property. The condo has literally everything you could want for kids of all ages and adults to have a lovely and relaxing vacation. Being able to open the drapes in the morning and have gorgeous views of the Pacific was priceless. The very first morning we saw multiple whales from the patios! I can’t say enough about the property and the hospitality of the owners. We are already planning our return trip! Mahalo for a wonderful vacation!
mary etta c.
March 2024

Aloha Our host (Jeff) was outstanding, as was the property we stayed in. The manager (Chris), of the complex in which our condo resided, was very attentive, helpful, and informative about the island. The pool and hot tub on site were temperature controlled and the grill’s (2) in the pool area were very clean, easy to use, and had all the cooking utensils you would need. The guests and residents were all very nice and helpful. Princeville sits on the north side of the island close to the pacific ocean which has many beautiful views from sunrise to sunset, always on the horizon. Wake up and go to bed with the sounds of the ocean hitting the sand. Many places close by to walk and or hike to see outstanding views of the cliff’s, mountains, beaches, many variations of unique flora, trees, shrubs, and vista’s. However the island has so many other destinations to check out from there food and coffee trucks, the Kauai coffee plantation, the Napali coast, The many different small towns with their unique Hawaiian made jewelry, clothing, and gifts. There are many beaches to explore. We found Anini Beach to be the best for snorkeling and it is close to the condo. The trip down to Waimea Canyon and up to the summit is breathtaking with so many picture stops that you can’t get anywhere else. Have been to Oahu and Maui before and in my opinion Kauai is the best of the 3. Not nearly as commercialized which has kept this paradise pristine for current and future generations. Mahalo
Steve t.
March 2024

We had the most enjoyable vacation in Kauai, in large part due to the lovely accommodations. In fact, the best in the 26 years that we have been traveling to all the islands. First, actual condo/home/hotel rooms are never as great as the photos make them out to be. In this case, what you see is exactly what you get. The condo was spacious and the decor was both comfortable and stylish. This is clearly not your average vacation rental. You can see the care and pride of the owners from the comfortable and roomy sofa, the well stocked spice pantry, top of the line appliances and utensils, to toiletries and detergents. The furniture in every room was lovely - everything you would hope for in a vacation getaway. This was our first time staying on the northern end of Kauai. Princeville is lovely, and the perfect base for the days we spent exploring Hanalei Bay and nearby beaches. As experienced island travelers, we always bring our own beach towels, cooler and sun shelter even if the listing indicates that they are provided, as we've had many surprises with broken beach umbrellas and coolers and flimsy towels. Jeff called me prior to our arrival and reminded me that these were all provided. I honestly can't think of a thing more that I wished they had provided. The lower level location close to the edge of the golf course provided great views from the lanai and living room. I could go on but I'm out of characters. You won't regret staying here!
Suzanne O.
March 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: Beautiful location. Walking to many things. A little cloudy, but I guess that’s normal for march. There was a baby Albatross that we got to watch grow for 10 days. That was cool.
MaryAnn R.
March 2024

Nicely appointed
Will Z.
March 2024

Really nice condo, with back window views of golf course. Simply beautiful scenery from the back patio.
Jay F.
March 2024

Great location, lush beautiful grounds. Twin beds require replacing but overall very comfortable and clean condo . Enjoyed watching the albatross from the balcony.
Warren W.
March 2024

Great property; comfortable, clean, great location.
Jesse E.
March 2024

Your property was beautiful and well stocked with essentials. Can’t wait to return again. Mahalo!
Katie N.
March 2024

Beautiful condo in a wonderful setting with stellar views. Very tastefully decorated, just as photos show. Most well equipped kitchen we've found in any rental. Will highly recommend to any of our friends visiting Kauai.
Karen K.
March 2024

We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay during our time on Kauai. The area was fantastic, the home was incredibly clean, and the views were gorgeous! We were a group of 7 and were all very comfortable. We especially appreciated the closet FULL of things for the beach including chairs, umbrella, toys, boogie boards, snorkel gear, and more. We used those things almost every single day. The views were exactly as depicted in the listing. We enjoyed watching the albatrosses from the patio and seeing whales spouting and jumping off in the distance. Very quick to drive to what quickly became our favorite town, Hanalei! Thank you to these great hosts for providing such an amazing place to stay. Would recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful home on Kauai!
Kelsey F.
March 2024

Highly recommend this lovely condominium ! It was spotless, well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Beds were extremely comfortable. Excellent communication from the rental staff - very clear and easy check in and check out information. We loved our stay! Can’t wait to come back to visit!
Laura T.
March 2024

Excellent in every way. I can’t think of anything that I would change.
C L.
February 2024

The owners were very helpful with any questions. They were quick to respond. The house was the cleanest rental i have ever stayed in. We met some of the full time residents and Chris the property manager. They had true Aloha spirit. They sat and chatted or helped us know where things were in town. The property is very quiet. We went on some amazing walks starting from the condo. I would stay at this property again.
Carrie K.
February 2024

Very comfortable.
Sarah S.
February 2024

We had the pleasure of staying 37 days at Jeff's Emmalani condo in Princeville. It surpassed our expectations. A bright and beautifully remodeled condo overlooking hole #8 of the Makai golf course. A short walk to the shore to see the waves crashing against the cliffs and also to view the gorgeous sunsets behind Bali Hai in Hanalei. We were able to walk to Pu'u Poa Beach next to 1 Hotel and also Hideaway Beach. You can actually walk all the way past Pu'u Poa beach and end up on Hanalei Bay if you wade through the little river there. We walked everywhere in Princeville from this condo including some great restaurants. Jeff was very easy to work with and his lovely condo accommodated all of our needs. The kitchen had everything we needed and we did enjoy making many meals there. We liked using the hot tub and pool there as well. We will miss hearing the waves crashing and mostly all of the nesting and courting Albatross directly in front of the condo. They were so entertaining to watch!
Sue G.
February 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: Our stay at Emmalani Court was perfect. Situated in a nice quiet complex on a golf course, it provided a relaxing week in the sun. The condo was beautifully furnished. The beds were comfortable and for those of us who appreciate a cool night sleep, the AC was much appreciated. Hali was excellent on the property management team. She answered our questions quickly and thoroughly. We will be back.
A guest from Palmer, AK
February 2024

We had great communication with the property management. Easy check in and check out process. Clean with smoke towels, cooler, beach chairs. Fully stocked kitchen. Beautiful view of rainbow over the ocean on our first day. Lots of books to read. Sadly the pool and hot tub were closed for maintenance issues while we were there. But everything else was great. Appreciated flexibility with late check out options and would stay here again. One of the most beautiful places in this special island.
Andrea R.
February 2024

The house was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. Great setup for our family of 5. Location was great and the pool area was great for a poolside BBQ dinner.
Megan F.
February 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: The condo had everything we needed. Location was great! We truly enjoyed our stay.
Terri C.
February 2024

My husband and I loved spending our honeymoon at this condo! The furnishings were cute, the unit was clean and it was VERY well stocked with kitchen & beach items. The property manager of the complex (Chris) was also very welcoming & knowledgable. We met several great people during our stay, some just traveling & others full time residents. Very friendly vibes!
COURTNEY R.
February 2024

Fantastic property in Princeville. The condo included everything you could ask for in a Kauai condo. Great kitchen, living area and bedrooms! Perfect access to the pool and grills. Beach chairs, snorkel gear and coolers! You name it, Marla thought of it! Loved the proximity to Princeville shops, Hanalei beaches/restaurants and Anini Beach and Kilauea Lighthouse. The Saturday Farmers Market was a special treat. Great location for our Kauai getaway. Highly recommend and look forward to staying there again.
Ray P.
February 2024

Great property, updated and very close to Hanalei which was nice. The home host was in contact with us asking if we had any questions. Overall great experience!
peter r.
January 2024

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: It was a perfect house with all amenities possible in the middle of Princeville. The cleanliness was top notch too!
Prachi B.
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: Emmalani Court location is great--very close to beach and cliffs overlook, beautiful golf course out the lanai and tons of space in the condo with the ability to turn into private living quarters for 2 couples. We have stayed here twice and really enjoy the private location, nice people, and great swimming pool.
Liberty S.
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: Easy to find. Easy checkin and checkout procedure. Great location. Excellent amenities provided. Quality, clean bathrooms. A+ rental.
John A.
January 2024

Comfortable, spacious and well located.
Dave H.
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: Second time staying at this condo, because we love it. Beautifully decorated and has everything we need from beach chairs, boogie boards and umbrellas, to everything you need in the kitchen, washer/dryer, books, puzzles, great tv. Close drive to grocery store, wine store and restaurants. Centrally located to hit our favorite beaches, as well as Hanalei and Kilauea. We feel right at home here.

January 2024

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: This home was in a beautiful location, right on the golf course and ocean view. The home was clean and in a great location. It was close to many shops, restaurants, and great walks and views. The home had everything you’d need. The living room had floor beach recliners which were not too comfortable even for kids. Also the pool heater was out the entire two weeks, so it was too cold to get in. Which was kind of a bummer since came from Alaska. Overall our stay was great. Checkin was smooth.
Natalie N.
January 2024

We had a wonderful stay in this condo and were so glad we decided on Princeville as our home base. The condo had everything we needed, boogie boards for all of us, snorkel gear, beach chairs, towels but most important it was quiet and peaceful. The location on the golf course is beautiful and there are so many amazing beaches within a 10 to 30 minute drive. Our favorites were Secret Beach, Tunnels and Kealia Beach for boogie boarding. We went to Poipu area for a day but found it way too crowded. We loved having Foodland nearby (you can get a visitor pass for the discounts). Access to the pool was convenient and the beds were comfortable. Also, the town of Hanelei is not to be missed. We loved our stay and highly recommend this accommodation!
Ingrid S.
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 had an excellent stay in Princeville. The location was beautiful,freshly remodeled unit was well thought out and the kitchen was fully equipped. The highlight was to catch the beautiful sunset ritual on the golf course each evening. We would highly recommend this unit for your Princeville stay.
Amelia S.
January 2024

Awesome

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: Frankly speaking it's cleaner than our own house, ha! So we were surprised happily at arrival, and started to enjoy our stay from the 1st min. Princeville is so convenient for beach access, especially some small hidden/secret beaches, super relaxing w/ shallow water, from streams to the sea.... Will definitely return on our next trip.
A guest from Coppell, TX
January 2024

Property was great. Clean, comfortable, stocked with the essentials and in a beautiful location on the 8th hole of Makai Golf Course. It was perfect for the 4 of us and a great base for exploring all of the island.
Ron M.
December 2023

This was a top notch property. They had everything you could possibly need for your stay from kitchen items, to plenty of towels and blankets, to beach gear - they had it all. The property is well maintained and gorgeous. The location could not be better. You can see the ocean from almost every room and the Main Bedroom is a dream with ocean views out every window. Check in/out was a breeze, everything was very easy. Definitely would recommend staying here! It would be great for a family group or a group of friends. We loved being so close to Hanalei too.
Katie B.
December 2023

The grounds and the pool are flawless. BBQ grills are in such good condition, we used them frequently. Close to a lot of beautiful walkable beaches. This place felt like a home.
Stephanie M.
December 2023

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit/property is very spacious. Beyond that it is nothing special and is quite run down and outdated. The unit/property is located on the main road, which was not disclosed. Very noisy.
Cari S.
December 2023


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