Kuhio Shores, Kauai

Kuhio Shores is an oceanfront condo complex in Poipu, a stone's throw from the ocean. All the units feature wonderful ocean views, and some include central air conditioning. Bay side units (numbered from 01 to 09) face into the trade winds and the rising sun while the remainder face south. The complex has a small BBQ area.

Adjacent to Kuhio Shores is Lawai beach, one of the south shore's premier snorkeling spots and the location of several summer-time surf breaks. Also next door is the Beach House restaurant and one of the best sunset viewing spots in Poipu. Kuhio Shores is also a 5 minute walk from Baby Beach, a quiet beach that's fun for infants. The lovely Shops at Kukui'ula are a pleasant 10 minute walk away. There you'll find restaurants, various boutiques, a health food store, live music on Friday's and a Wednesday farmers market..

Kuhio Shores Average Rates


As of April 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kuhio Shores is $454. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $598. 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 Kuhio Shores Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

Kuhio Shores's Best Rentals

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 1000 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.

Based on the guest reviews, the Kuhio Shores condo resort on Kauai is highly praised for its stunning oceanfront views, clean and modern units, and excellent location in Poipu. Guests enjoyed watching sea turtles, sunrises, and sunsets from their lanais, and appreciated the fully furnished kitchens and beach amenities provided. The proximity to snorkeling spots, beaches, and restaurants added to the convenience and enjoyment of their stays. The hosts were commended for their responsiveness and hospitality. Overall, guests had memorable and relaxing experiences at Kuhio Shores, making it a highly recommended place to stay on Kauai. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 guest reviews.

Recent Kuhio Shores Reviews


Close to restaurants and shops and near a small beach. Perfect for a getaway.
Albert P.
January 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This condo has a great view of the sunrise and good ocean view. It is well laid out. It is convenient to the area. The only drawback is that it is fairly close to the road which can get noisy. Especially those who turn up the bass in their car stereos. The bathroom floor needed a good scrubbing especially in the corners. The rental company was great and very accommodating and I enjoyed the daily suggestions and up dates.
carrieclaws
January 2025

The listing photos are deceptive and don’t represent the sad condition of much of the old, decrepit furniture, the stretched and bunched-up wall-to-wall carpet, or the refrigerator with many rust and abrasion stains on the outside. The metal grated balcony table and uncomfortable chairs are rusted, with no towels or pads available. The ugly bare concrete floor is badly patched and discolored.The living room ottoman is completely caved in and broken. The glass coffee table is dangerous and sports several chips in the corners, at least one of which is where a previous guest reported here that he gashed himself. Out of self defense, we placed magazines on all four corners to avoid the same fate.The sliding slatted doors of the hall closet are crooked and unsightly. Both cheap bedroom side tables are badly scratched and damaged. There is no colorful bedspread as shown in the listing photos, and the bedroom ceiling fan light is missing bulbs, making the room quite dark.We were shocked by the lack of upkeep of this condo, especially given the nightly price. With its top-floor location and view, it’s obvious that the owner is milking it for every penny and is unconcerned with quality, style, or guest comfort. It’s such a privilege to own something on this precious edge of Kaua’i, and for guests like us to have the wherewithal to rent it. I hope that after seeing the photos that we’ll submit to Vacasa, the owner will be inspired to do better for their next visitors.
Alex S.
January 2025

The condo was great! The view from the Lanai was amazing! We did enjoy our stay.
Tamila P.
January 2025

Freshly painted and easy access this property was a nice spot to relax. Beach House restaurant is right next door. walking path. House was well equipped with beach chairs, boogie boards, towels and a cooler. Manager was helpful and easy to talk to. checked in with us to be sure we had everything we needed. great packet for recs around the area. would stay here again. nice hawaiian art as well
Mary M.
January 2025

Wonderful location! Loved the large coffee cups and had everything we needed. Missing a resort pool but walking distance to beach and shopping.
Kevin S.
January 2025

Lovely property. Quiet, convenient location. Beautiful view. Very happy overall.
Maura R.
January 2025

Wonderful place to see surfers, turtles, whales, and sunsets. Quiet. Well appointed. Nothing finer
Lynn G.
January 2025

Pros: located directly overlooking the beach. Comfortable bed. Good quality sheets and towels. Very quiet and clean.Cons: The master bathroom is a niche in the wall of the bedroom. Shower opens directly into the room. Sink/commode combo is tiny. Barely room to turn around. Bed has huge 4 posters and nearly fill the space. Night time potty includes hitting your head.The kitchen island is too close to the sink, and the fridge door opens in the opposite direction. You have to exit the opposite end, walk around the island in order to open the fridge.The place is crying for a new coat of paint and and refresh. Don’t let this stop you. The pros outweigh the cons.
Joan W.
January 2025

Cannot express enough how perfect this condo was. Right on the water, huge lawn for the kiddos to run on, and the views were exquisite. We saw turtles everyday, and it was close walking distance to baby beach. The condo was extremely clean, one of the cleanest we’ve ever stayed in, had a fully stocked kitchen to cook in, and had plenty of room for my 3 kids (8,4,1) and my husband and me. Would recommend if stopping by the store beforehand, grab coffee and shower soaps. An extra perk is there are plenty of chairs, beach toys, boogie boards, umbrellas and ice chests which was so convenient. The owner was super helpful and quick to respond. We hope to stay here again in the future.
Candace M.
January 2025

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 location was great! The condo was very clean and well stocked with everything that we needed for our stay. The bed and linens were very comfortable. Best news was that the AC in the bedroom and the separate unit in the living room WERE GREAT! We turned the units off when we left and they would cool the rooms very quickly upon our return. The balcony overlooked the water and was very nice. The unit could use another chair as we had to move one of the two dining chairs over to the desk to be able to do any work and then always scoot it back to eat. The room was very quiet and we were there on New Years Eve when there were many firecrackers.
Terry W.
January 2025

We had a great time at the condo. Perfect for our family of four (2 kids ages 21 and 18). It was clean and spacious and the view was amazing. Also, south island location couldn’t be beat. Hope to be back someday!
Bridgette B.
January 2025

My adult son and daughter in law stayed at this property. The location is amazing! Amenities, cleanliness, comfort all excellent. Would definitely recommend for a stay on Kauai!
Kim G.
January 2025

The condo was clean, comfortable, and the perfect home base with all the a
Christena H.
January 2025

This was our 3rd visit to Kuhio Shores and it did not disappoint. We love staying at this location on the island. We can't wait to visit again soon!
Amanda D.
January 2025

We just returned from Kauai and spent three nights here. We had an excellent experience and the hosts were great. The condo has a great location, is comfortable and is (very) well stocked with pretty much everything you would need. Highly recommend!
Ryan S.
January 2025

First, and most importantly, DO NOT EVER RENT FROM VACASA. We rented this property through VRBO believing it was a property managed locally and advertised on VRBO. It was, instead, a VACASA managed property listed on VRBO. This resulted in 600-plus junk fees: 200in fees for VRBO, a 200-plus VACASA booking, a required 79 bond, a 67 fee that VACASA charges the guest to pay for the VRBO Listing and so on. It’s a complete rip off.You see the listing and taxes as affordable, but later, when you look at the total price, it doubles the cost from the extra and nonsensical fees. Second, while the views to the right (yes, those water scenes) are lovely, the view to the left is a busy road. This unit sits as close to the road as is possible without actually being in the road. We heard traffic night and day. This is extremely dishonest photography and marketing. Note that the listing describes it as “peaceful.” I guess if traffic noise is your sense of peaceful…Third, the unit does not have AC and is stifling without being able to allow breezes in, which of course means allowing in the traffic noise, so it’s a matter of picking your poison.We asked VACASA to move us, and they refused. VACASA is dishonest and a terrible company (read the 1000s of 1-star reviews because they don’t lie). I’m sorry for this owner because the property has some nice features, but I cannot recommend this at all given its location, the lack of AC, and the truly unscrupulous management company the owners
Wendi E.
January 2025

Excellent place and location! 10 out of 10.
Noreen L.
January 2025

Our family had a wonderful time again this year. It was nice to have a crib in this unit.
Claudia H.
January 2025

We had a wonderful time in this end unit. The grass provided us with seating and views every late afternoon. Have the Athletic Club available was a big plus for our family. Thanks,
Claudia H.
January 2025

We had a great time again this year. Having the Athletic Club available was a big hit with our family. Thanks!
Claudia H.
January 2025

This condo is right on the ocean and we loved hearing the waves all day long. The hosts set this up with all the supplies we needed: kitchen, cookware, coolers, boogie boards, beach chairs..etc. the AC was lovely in the bedrooms at night. Our family had a wonderful time!
Nicole P.
January 2025

A wonderful stay, loved sitting out watching the sunset and listening to the waves. Perfect stay. Those that choose this place have chosen wisely. Thank you.
Laura G.
January 2025

My husband and I stayed in this amazing oceanfront unit for two weeks. Beautifully decorated and well-appointed. We saw sunrises, sunsets, whales breaching, sea turtles in the surf, surfers, and snorkelers. Right off of the lanai! There is a delicious restaurant right next door and a shopping area an easy 1/2 mile walk or drive away. Completely relaxing and comfortable.
Jan M.
January 2025

We loved our stay here! Every evening we watched beautiful sunsets and have coffee and watch surfers from the lanai. We also saw turtles and whales. Steps away from the ocean and prime snorkeling. We appreciated being able to use the beach equipment in the closet. Our only issue was with the air conditioning unit above the bed. The humidity was high and some nights were a bit warm - turning on the AC and would cause water to condense and drip onto the bed, so we made do.
Phong N.
January 2025

We fell in love with this condo. It was perfect for our vacation. So clean, comfortable and fun, and what an amazing location. Chris clearly puts so much into making this condo a perfect place to stay while on your vacation. Very highly recommend!!
Kathy D.
January 2025

Was an amazing place the only negative thing was that the trip ended. Tnank you!
John Charles
January 2025

If you love hearing the ocean waves, this is the spot.
Gretchen L.
January 2025

We had a great stay. The view was absolutely amazing. Great location with snorkel beach steps away. Definitely recommend
Cristina C.
January 2025

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: Flawless! The condo is awesome and spotless, the management company is exemplary and the owners hold a special place in our hearts.
KS412- Garden I.
January 2025

Beautiful location. Enjoyed our stay. Thank you,
Gwendolyn K.
January 2025

Fantastic condo in a great location! We LOVED watching whales and turtles from the patio while sipping our coffee in the am. Also a good place for sunset happy hour, we even saw the green flash a couple of times! Condo is comfy and outfitted well. All the kitchen items you’d want plus beach chairs, etc. Beach house restaurant is wonderful and literally next door!
Tammy W.
January 2025

Excellent location, clean property, and great communication. Would definitely recommend and stay there again.
DENNIS J.
January 2025

We loved our stay in Poipu. Excellent property, just as advertised! Excellent kitchen with all the amenities. Very clean, the AC was nice to sleep. We loved sitting on the lanai and taking in the view!
Jay E.
January 2025

Wow! The pictures are accurate. The condo is in the best location with sunrise and sunset views. Amazing! The condo is well appointed. The owner has everything you need for a perfect beach day. We utilized the chairs, cooler, umbrella and snorkel gear. All was in good condition. We enjoyed watching the turtles from the back yard. We also used the binoculars to whale watch. The condo is comfortable. The beds are nice, plenty of water pressure and hot water. The condo was also quiet and allowed us to rest well after a busy day of activities. We snorkeled all over the island, but honestly the best snorkeling was in the little cove right next to the condo. There were turtles galore! Our teenage daughters also loved laying in the grass behind the condo to get some sun. It was wonderful to drink coffee every morning, watch the sunrise and listen to the waves crash. The owner provided excellent communication. He gave us tips on where to go for hikes, tours, beaches and good. He was very helpful! We would stay here again.
Audra A.
January 2025

Great location and view near Lawai Beach, but the interior feels outdated, and the air conditioners and door lock can be challenging to use.
Chip K.
January 2025

We have stayed at this property in a different unit. We enjoyed sitting on the patio and watching the surfers every morning. This condo is close to many restaurant and has everything you need. The fans and the AC in the bedroom kept the unit cool.
Fabian A.
December 2024

Very enjoyable stay. Was perfect for this trip, had everything we needed. Good location. Easy.
Daniel
December 2024

We absolutely loved our stay in this unit and hope to return. The unit is very comfortable, well stocked and has amazing views to watch the sunrise, sunset and surfers.
Jeanne R.
December 2024

Great location, have beaches, shops, grocery and restaurants all within 5-10 min radius. Super convenient
Sharath S.
December 2024

We really enjoyed the condo and the view was fabulous. I would recommend this for those who want to be close to the ocean and nature
steve v.
December 2024

The property was exactly as described, clean, very well stocked and quite comfortable. We definitely will return!
Anne I.
December 2024

We loved our stay here! The place has the best ocean view and had everything my family of 5 needed. We would definitely stay here again!
David S.
December 2024

Amazing location for exploring the island and having a relaxing home base. The hosts have provided of thoughtful touches to make it a memorable and cozy stay! Highly recommend booking this rental!
Jacob W T.
December 2024

This place is amazing. It’s not fancy, but it’s clean and the view of the water is everything. It’s like being on a boat, watching turtles, dolphins and whales. Staying on the lowest level is special because you can watch both the sunrise and the sunset from the grass in front of the condo. Snorkeling is right around the corner and there are a number of beaches to swim at within a mile. We already booked next year!
Melissa M.
December 2024

The condo is in a great location and was perfect for me as a solo traveler.
Scot L.
December 2024

The location is nice, right on Prince Kuhio beach and a few steps from Lawaii beach, where we saw sea turtles and a resting monk seal. The snorkeling is excellent. The view from the condo looks equally at the beach and the traffic on Lawaii road. The condo is in need of a deep cleaning and some repairs. Many things didn’t quite work right, whether it be the sensor on the coffee pot, the dull knives, the shutter track, the torn chaise lounge chair, the brittle blender lid that crumbles when you pick it up, or the temperamental airco. This being said, the owner’s Aloha is very evident whether it be in the lovely Hawaiian art displayed throughout the condo, the detailed instructions and recommendations provided, or in the communication and support we received during our stay.
Terrie A.
December 2024

This place was perfect for our honeymoon and the best price for what you get !! We had an amazing time
Hannah A.
December 2024

Couldn’t have been any better! What a location! Waking up every morning and drinking coffee on the lanai, watching the surfers at sunset, incredible breakfast, dinner and drinks nearby. Rick immediately and thoughtfully responded to all messages, a perfect host. We’re already planning our next trip back!
Jen P.
December 2024

Nice area, condo furniture a bit dated. Good view. Only one handicap parking space and always taken.
Marge C.
December 2024


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