Islander on the Beach, Kauai

Islander on the Beach is a condotel resort (some hotel rooms and some condos) located in Wailua, which is just south of Kapaa. Islander on the Beach features a pool and hot tub and beautiful grounds. Although beachfront, the ocean here is too rough to swim in, but good for beach walks. Wailua Bay and river are located just to the south. Less than 5 minutes away is Lydgate beach park, one of the safest snorkeling and swimming spots on Kauai with its man made tide pool. The park also features a playground and fort for children. A couple minutes south of Lydgate is Nukolii Beach, an excellent walking beach..

Islander on the Beach Average Rates


As of April 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Islander on the Beach is $392. The average takes into account 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 usally much higher). Visit the Islander on the Beach Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 923 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 Islander on the Beach condo resort on Kauai receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from guests. Many appreciate the resort's beautiful grounds, convenient location, and proximity to the beach, shops, and restaurants. Guests enjoy the stunning ocean views from their rooms, the well-maintained pool and hot tub, and the added convenience of having a poolside bar. The rooms are described as clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with amenities such as beach chairs, coolers, and kitchenettes, although some note that certain units could benefit from updates or repairs. The resort's central location on the island is highlighted as ideal for exploring both the north and south shores. Despite minor issues such as parking challenges and occasional maintenance needs, guests express high satisfaction with their stays and many express a desire to return. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 923 guest reviews.

Recent Islander on the Beach Reviews


This was the perfect location that put us half way been north and south shores. Great shopping and food within walking distance. Great little bar on site. Balcony had the perfect view of sunrises. Loved this place.
Kolby
January 2025

Cheaper option and all the amenities clean and comfortable would recommend
Reginald W.
January 2025

The condo was just as described and looked just like the pictures online. The views were amazing! We enjoyed watching the sunrise and whale watching from the lanai. The condo was perfectly stocked with all necessities for our stay. Khaled and Jennifer go above and beyond to make your stay perfect and are very attentive and responsive! The grounds are immaculate and the Coconut Marketplace is an added bonus! We can’t wait to come back and stay again! Definitely Mahalo!
Julie H.
January 2025

This was our first time ever in Hawaii. We chose to stay on only one island and relax. We stayed for 2 wonderful weeks After traveling all over the island, we feel staying in Ka'apa and at the Islander was the best spot we could've chosen. Not too crowded but all conveniences nearby, along with the breathtakinf beauty all around. We highly recommend!!
Jacque D.
January 2025

Wonderful location. Beach and bike bath on one side. Coconut market place on the other. Clean and great communication. The only changes needed were small ones due to being at the ocean- new lamp shades and shower curtain.
Geneva R.
January 2025

No complaints! Was amazing
Shannon H.
January 2025

The location was perfect- steps to the beach and pool, and the market place. It was a perfect stay for our family
Manikandaprabhu
January 2025

Owners were very responsive and willing to help in many ways. Enjoying the kitchen for breakfast and fruit smoothies. Froze smoothies in Mason jars and brought on our outing for cool refreshing drinks later in the day. Lots of great beach chairs, umbrellas in closet.
Gretchen U.
January 2025

The place had everything my family of 4 needed for a ten-day stay. Hawaii is expensive, so with the fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, blender, and access to gas grill on the property, plus all the utensils, we were able to eat most meals at “home” even without a stove/oven. There were also some nice amenities like a couple beach chairs, cooler, and fan that we used. The eating space was tight, but we made it work by bringing in the 2 deck chairs. I didn’t realize there were also coffee filters and salt/pepper until after I bought some.Property is gorgeous. Pool is smaller but suited the kids. Hot tub was nice. Parking was full when we got there but realized can park behind Wingz n Thingz with a hangtag which was even closer than the main lot.The location was great. Can see the sunrise from the balcony. Near to beaches, bike trail, disc golf, kayaking the Wailua River. luau, and convenient for driving to north and south sides of the island.
Stacey C.
January 2025

The property has a fine location. Close to "The Market" which we used daily. It is also in close proximity to quite a bit of food, shopping etc. The problem was the product under impressed on cleanliness and it is a bit tired. Little things are big things ! First, the bathtub would not drain. Fixed quickly but still not expected. The cooler at the product was rusted so badly the handle would not retract or expand so the portable cooler had to be hand transported. The toaster looked like it had never been clean. Based on the reviews and pricing, we expected better.
Earl
January 2025

I’m traveling with my 4.5 year old and we just had the best vacation. This spot was perfect, with so much to do within walking distance. The pool was a highlight and the beach is just steps away. We would come back in a heartbeat and plan to recommend to all of our friends!
Chrissy C.
January 2025

We enjoyed our 6 nights here very much. The unit and grounds were beautiful with laid back Hawaiian vibes. Short walk to the beach. Comfortable bed. Lots of dining places you can walk to - loved all the places we tried especially Lava Lava and JoJo's shaved ice. Also fresh malasadas from the Island Country Market for breakfast! There were beach chairs provided in the room which we did not use (too many stairs to lug up & down), I would have liked yoga mats and grab bars in the shower. We still found this to be a fantastic place for the price and would definitely stay here again next time we are in Kauai.
Daphne A.
January 2025

Super nice vacation unit right on the beach. Small kitchenette was fully stocked so perfect for morning sunrise coffee and evening drinks and appetizers. Good location halfway between the north and South island highlights. Hanalei Bay and Waimea State Park should not be missed! A car is a must but take time to rent bikes for a gorgeous ride on the path adjacent to Islander on the Beach!
Kathleen L.
December 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: It was nice that it was so close to the water and a shopping area. I loved the inclusion of beach chairs, coolers and other things to use at the beach. I didn’t like that we only got four towels and did not have any maid service while we stayed.
Ali L.
December 2024

Really a good location but this particular property in general is terrible to live with a family…Will recommend to stay at other place on this location itself.
Amol B.
December 2024

Great view, perfect location, nice room with lovely ocean sounds.
Deserrie P.
December 2024

Perfect for a couple, older unit with furniture that’s dated but very clean and comfortable. Would star here again
Sandy H.
December 2024

We loved our stay at the Islander! The view was fantastic! It was a close drive to everywhere on the island as you are right in the middle of the island. You are close to shops and beach access was fantastic! We ate most meals from our lanai which was spectacular! It definitely is a challenge cooking in a room without a kitchen but we made due. A skillet for cooking on the side grille would be great. We booked the condo for the view. We had some issues with the fridge and Garden Island properties was fairly quick in helping us getting that remedied. The grounds are run by Aston and they won't help you at all with anything. They actually lead the conversation with "Are you with Aston or VRBO?". They are very rude if you're with VRBO. This was the only complaint was our treatment by the Aston staff. Everything else was great! Mahalo! Thank you for a great stay! Aloha!
Jennifer S.
December 2024

Everything was as described in the ad. Had an issue with the WiFi and the property manager helped us with it right away. Would recommend thank you!
Fanny R.
December 2024

Overall this was a great place to stay. Smaller and more outdated than it appears but we were hardly there. Virw and location were perfect.
Krystal A.
December 2024

We loved watching the waves crash and the sunrise from the studio deck. The location had many amenities and was close to shopping areas, especially Kapa'a town. The studio had beach supplies that were appreciated. All of the sights and hikes were easily accessible from the Islander on the Beach. We look forward to returning.
Dona T.
December 2024

Beautiful views breathtaking sun rise and sun sets celebrated our 56th anniversary here and hope to sped our 75th here as well. Enjoyed everything
Henry S.
December 2024

I enjoyed my stay at this property and found it to be centrally located to everything I wanted to do on Kauai. I was very happy with everything that was supplied in the condo in particular in the kitchen, but for those that would be interested in beach equipment there was that too. I would definitely recommend the property to those going to Kauai for a trip.
Gina F.
December 2024

Stayed at a ground-floor condo rental in Kapaa, Kauai – absolutely loved it! The location is fantastic, close to everything, with easy access to beaches, shops, and dining. The condo itself is clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, making it a great place to relax. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a convenient and cozy stay in Kauai!
Adam t.
December 2024

Great location. The studio was clean, and had all that we needed. The beds were comfortable. The room had rather high humidity level, so we would suggest that the owner adds a dehumidifier for both the room and the bathroom to help with this issue. It would also help to have a little better overhead lighting in the room. Overall, we had a very pleasant stay, and we would book this studio again if the price is right for us.
Kinga S.
December 2024

We loved the view from the lanai most of all. We enjoyed incredible sunrises every morning. The location was fantastic with tons of food and shopping options within walking distance. The unit was clean and comfortable, and suited our needs perfectly. We hope to visit again in 2026.
Susan H.
December 2024

Wonderful condo in a great location. Love the bike trail and proximity to the North and South sides of the island. Beautiful island in many ways.
Dawn H.
December 2024

Perfect place for a quiet beach day. The island is amazing. Lots to see and the place was in a great location.
Jordan N.
December 2024

We enjoyed the centralized location of 205 as we were able to venture to all side of the island with ease. Loved to watch the sunrise every morning. The area was quiet in the mornings, evenings and night time. Coconut Marketplace had fun shopping and LavaLava Beach Club great food.
Elaine M.
December 2024

Waking up and falling asleep to the beautiful sounds of the waves outside our unit was incredible! Not to mention having breakfast on our deck with the ocean and sunshine upon us…. Simply heavenly! We will be back!!
Tina S.
December 2024

What a wonderful place this was for us! Parking was close to the room and free, the room was within steps of the pool and hot tub, and the pool and hot tub were within steps of the beach! The vibe here was perfect too! Tikki torches light the pool area and paths at night. Our room overlooked the pool and still had an ocean view. We could sit on the patio and watch the sunrise even! The unit is perfectly place on the island. Still well within the lush green beauty of the south eastern shore but not too far from the adventures of the west and north shores. Within steps of a darling shopping plaza with entertainment and a number of food options. I don’t have a single negative thing to say about the whole place and we will definitely stay here again! We highly recommend you book with Don!
Ashley B.
December 2024

We loved this property and would definitely stay there again! The location is great. You can watch the sunrise from your balcony or walk 2 minutes and literally have your toes in the sand. We had a couple of issues to start with that were quickly resolved by the management company.
Dawn M.
December 2024

This unit has a perfect view to the pool and the ocean beyond. Although modest in decor, it was well-supplied with everything we needed and very clean. Check in and out was easy too!
Lana J.
December 2024

Wonderful place
Jeffery M.
November 2024

Plug and Play!! The property and Manager were outstanding. Everything needed was arm's length. Amazing Unit for the sunrise.
MICHAEL D.
November 2024

We loved our stay and enjoyed being on the beach. Morning sunset and evening hot tub. Great location for enjoying both sides of the island.
CARLA W.
November 2024

Great location next to shops and market. The sunrises were amazing and the beach was beautiful!
Rochelle M.
November 2024

Small room, no real kitchen space. Needs a freshen up.

November 2024

Very comfortable. Amazing location with a lot of nearby shopping and restaurants.
Donna I.
November 2024

Property was great and the host was great to work with. Great location with easy beach access.
Daniel R.
November 2024

Everything was awesome! For real. The only thing we would say is that we noticed mold in the headboard so possibly look into getting that treated. Or possibly replacing it with jon wicker? Anyway thanks!!
Randon W.
November 2024

Loved the room. But the drawers in the dresser were full of sand. There was only one partially used roll of toilet paper and no extra bags for the garbage can. I had to go to the front desk and beg for extra. Also nothing explained how to use the remote for the tv. My sister rented a room from a different company and they had a nice welcome package. Coffee, some chocolate covered macadamia nuts, a couple of granola bars, and some cookies that was extra special.
Dianne R.
November 2024

We liked the proximity to the ocean and all the shopping and dining, as well as general centricity of Kapaa.
Kirill
November 2024

We absolutely loved our stay in this condo. The location was perfect for all of our adventures - right at the beach with a great path along the coast for walking/biking/running. The grounds were gorgeous and clean. The condo was super comfortable and had everything we needed.
Corina S.
November 2024

I stayed in a different condo last year that was much better then thos one. Everything in this unit is old, broken and smelly. eds hard, tv broken, toaster oven broken, cockroach in shower. Clogged drain, plumber haf to come. Not great! Need a lot of love and attention.
Leah T.
November 2024

Most relaxing and amazing views of gorgeous flora and trees meticulously cared for by yard staff. So relaxing. Very quiet complex. Appreciated the yard level lanai for ease of access. Pool and barbecue area were perfect.
Randall P.
November 2024

Beautiful view and accessible to lots of local sites and beaches.
Cheri
November 2024

Great central location. Unit was well equipped and clean. Heather responded promptly to all questions prior to our stay. She provided detailed instructions for check in , our stay and check out. We were pleased in choosing this unit.
Vincenza M.
November 2024

My boyfriend and I go to school on Oahu but took the weekend to stay on Kauai. It was our first time visiting and honestly for the money, could not have gotten a better stay. The only downside I will say is the walls are EXTREMELY thin. We could hear almost everything the neighbors were saying due to the door inside that has been boarded up so we can’t actually access their room but sure can hear everything. The unit is placed where it is no more than a 5 minute walk to coconut marketplace which has many shops, restaurants, etc. I do feel there could have been better amenities provided to us since there were things listed but were missing. We only had one K-Cup for coffee for a 3 night stay as well as having no snorkels. Other than that, we have no complaints.It was very clean and had a wonderful view. We absolutely loved it and would love to return in the future!
Kyla R.
November 2024

Absolutely loved the location of this condo! Exactly how pictured and the sunrise views every morning were perfect. Would definitely return here.
Leanne C.
November 2024


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