Lae Nani, Kauai

Lae Nani is a centrally located oceanfront condominium complex in Wailua just south of Kapaa. Lae Nani features a pool, tennis court, and neat ocean tidal pool. Although beachfront, the ocean here is usually 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, a beautiful walking beach.

    Lae Nani Quick Facts:


  • Address: 410 Papaloa Rd,Kapa?a, HI 96746
  • Property Size: ~4.6 acres (84 units)
  • Reviews: 4.87 / 5.0 (from 3171 reviews)
  • Average Price: $469/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Lae Nani Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Lae Nani

Lae Nani Average Rates


As of September 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Lae Nani is $469. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $638. 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 Lae Nani 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.

Travelers consistently love Lae Nani’s setting: lush, botanical-style grounds with tiki torches at night, a large, well-kept oceanfront pool, and a small, sheltered “keiki” lagoon that’s great for little ones. Most units face beautiful sunrises and soothing wave sounds, and many guests spend hours on their lanais taking in the views. The location is a major highlight—right on the beach and an easy walk to Coconut Marketplace (shops, ABC store, farmers market) and Lava Lava Beach Club—while its mid‑island spot in Kapa‘a/Wailua makes day trips north or south simple.

Condos are individually owned, but the overall trend is positive: many are clean, updated, and thoughtfully stocked with full kitchens, beach gear (chairs, coolers, boogie boards, umbrellas), and comfy beds; several offer in‑unit laundry while others use an onsite coin/app laundry. Families appreciate the quiet, safe, low‑key vibe, the lawns with loungers, and extras like BBQs, pickleball/tennis, and the coastal path nearby. Hosts and managers are frequently praised for clear communication and fast responses, and repeat stays are common.

Common caveats to know: not all units have air conditioning; many have A/C in bedrooms only, portable units can be noisy, and top floors can feel warm and humid in late summer—so book to your comfort. Buildings are low‑rise with no elevators, so expect stairs, and some oceanfront buildings are a longer walk from parking. The beach is lovely but the open water can have strong surf and a narrower sandy area; the protected lagoon and the pool are great alternatives, with prime snorkeling/swimming often a short drive away. As with any condo complex, occasional unit‑specific maintenance or housekeeping hiccups and daytime landscaping/construction noise pop up, and Kauai’s roosters and seasonal shearwaters can be vocal at night. Check unit details for A/C, laundry, floor level, and recent reviews to match your preferences.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Lae Nani Reviews


Beautiful property. Lovely home. Well appointed. Perfect place to stay and relax.
Lyn F.
June 2026

This property is beautiful! The view ocean view is gorgeous! The condo is very comfortable with everything that you would need for your stay!
Lincoln C.
June 2026

It was a great place - we really enjoyed the locale.
Karien B.
June 2026

Impressive property and responsive owner. Enjoyed it so much we extended our stay by 2 days and host was very supportive. Mahalo!!
Donald M.
June 2026

My family of four had a wonderful stay! The place was spacious, clean and had everything we could have needed. The view and proximity to the ocean was definitely the highlight! We enjoyed most of our meals in the condo so it was nice to have everything including the spices available, access to the bbqs, and even a vitamix for smoothies. It was nice to do laundry as needed also. My four year old even found some books and puzzles to enjoy. I woke up each morning and walked around the corner of property to watch the sunrise on the beach in front of the lava lava restaurant. We can’t wait to return.
Marie B.
June 2026

Perfect property. Literally steps to water. We will return as soon as we can. Sharon was outstanding host. Beautiful setting. Great location! 10 out of 10!
Thomas N.
June 2026

It was a wonderful location with beautiful grounds. Unit could use some updating, but over all it was a great trip!
Steph C.
June 2026

Property is beautiful as is the rest of the island. Condo was clean and had everything we needed to spend the week in. Great location and close to anything we needed.
angiejerry B.
June 2026

Nice view
Oscar H.
June 2026

Heaven on earth, we did not want to leave! First, it is a gated condo community with lush beautiful flowers and plants everywhere you look, the grounds are immaculate, the pool..stunning!! Amazing views from the condo..just as pictured. The hosts are amazing, they ensured the condo was stocked with all the essentials and more..we did not want for anything, grab some food and drinks at the grocery store and you will be good to go! A short 3-5 min walk down the street were restaurants, a small general store with food and liquor and all kinds of souvenir shops. It was such a convenience having everything so close by. In addition, this condo is a short drive to and from the airport. It is so peaceful here. I was hesitant about writing a review because I want to keep this little piece of heaven for myself,lol! Rent it, you will not be disappointed! Thank you Ken and Leslie, you helped us out tremendously with our unexpected change in flights and thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Traci M.
June 2026

Beautiful location, Lae Nani is our favorite place on the island.
Richelle A.
June 2026

This is a beautiful unit in a spectacular area, with an awesome lanei that we were on all the time. My one daughter even slept out there! Easily walkable to Coconut Marketplace and Lava Lava Beach Club which we visited often. Easy checkin and wonderful, quick communication with the host. Everything was as described, and nicely stocked with everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again. The property is beautiful and well-maintained. The pool is also huge and pristine. Highly recommend!
Sue S.
June 2026

Wonderful in every way possible! Wish we could have stayed longer. Perfect for our family of 4.
Christine F.
June 2026

Wonderful spot by the ocean. Our 8 month old loved the enclosed baby beach.
Nathan W.
June 2026

Our trip to Kauai was amazing and our home away from home was perfect! We had no need to reach out to the owners because the condo was exactly as described with no problems at all.The location couldn’t have been any better - 2nd floor looking directly out at the ocean.Sitting on the lanai, watching the ocean and listening to the waves was all that we had hoped for. It’s the perfect spot for rest and relaxation and we highly recommend this VRBO unit
Robert H.
June 2026

The location is very convenient - walking distance to Lava Lava, Coconut Marketplace and the beach (with a kid friendly enclosure). Was well stocked with beach equipment. Condo is modernized with up to date appliances and bathrooms. A/C kept us cool. Grounds are well maintained and my toddler enjoyed looking at all of the flowers. Host was easy to communicate with and check in process was smooth. Cleanliness could be improved. There were a decent amount of dead flying ants on the kitchen ground/countertops, near/in the recessed bar lights, and in the corners of the bathroom (there were a few live ones as well in the kitchen and patio curtains). Bathroom rugs appeared to be stained or dirty. Shower was slow to drain (likely a clogged drain). It did not ruin our stay, but we did some minor cleaning to feel comfortable.
Wesley Y.
June 2026

This top (3rd) floor unit was amazing. Very clean, comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, amazing views from the lanais. Beach towels were provided. The in-unit laundry was really nice to have! No a/c but it wasn't an issue with fans on and windows open. The property is gorgeous with easy close beach access, a nice pool, grills, and a protected little cove for snorkeling and calm waters for kids. Great location- a short walk to coconut marketplace and lots of good restaurants. The smaller (2 twin beds) bedroom overlooks the complex walkways and you could sometimes hear people walking and talking at night with the windows open, but turning on the fan helped. Overall an excellent place to stay, we would definitely come back!
Michelle M.
June 2026

This is an excellent property and I would have been happy to give it a full five-star review, but unfortunately both beds in the unit were pretty uncomfortable. A good night's rest is important to be able to fully enjoy your vacation. The bed in the main bedroom is extremely soft and the murphy bed in the living room is extremely hard. My daughter and I both woke up very achy on a daily basis. Other than the bed situation, this property and its management deserves a 5-star review. The location and grounds are stunning, the condo is well maintained, the kitchen has everything you need to prepare food fresh from the farmer's market, and communication with the property manager was exceptional.
Diane R.
June 2026

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: Kauai Vacation rentals in a great company to rent from. They are very responsive and a joy to communicate with. The property is wonderful and very relaxing. The pool is a great place to hang out. I would definitely stay there again.
Angela L.
June 2026

Property is in a great location to go to the north or south of the island. Great views from the porch. We enjoyed staying here.One issue was owner did not send out welcome letter by the time we arrived so we had to get info once on island.
Denisse L.
June 2026

The host for this condo was awesome and provided all necessary information for property check in and out. Very easy process with no hassels.We enjoyed the ocean view and quick walk to coconut market place. A truely relaxing stay.
David H.
June 2026

The location and views were amazing!
NANCY V.
June 2026

We had a fabulous stay at the Blue Hawaii unit. Was well stocked with all the supplies we needed and you can’t beat the location. Would 100% stay again.
Mike R.
June 2026

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this Lae Nani oceanfront condo. The view from the living area and balcony is beautiful! The ocean breeze blows through from the slider to the kitchen slat windows and then we could close up and cool down while sleeping with efficient AC in each of the bedrooms. There was a new couch and loveseat in the family room. The beds were comfortable with plenty of high-quality clean linens and pillows. We appreciated hangers, luggage racks and beach towels. Both showers appeared updated and there was plenty of hot water for four of us. We cooked full dinners in the kitchen and used the gas grills downstairs. The kitchen is well-stocked with glassware, dishware, cookware, appliances and many other items. The induction stovetop was fantastic! We appreciated the balcony closet full of outdoor items as well. The two chaise loungers on the balcony offered a place to enjoy paradise and the sounds of the sea.The Host was very responsive and timely to messages. She really has thought of everything in her unit. Parking was easy right at the bottom of the stairs. The area is generally quiet for sleeping though we covered some road noise with white noise at night. We frequently saw the security guard and appreciated the gated entry. The on-site laundry room takes both quarters and payment through an app. Machines were more available early in the morning for guests before other unit managers started checkout laundry. The grounds are gorgeous and well-kept!
Dana H.
June 2026

Howard contacted us before our arrival date and answered all our questions. The condo was exactly as pictured. It was clean and comfortable. The location is great and the views from the lanai are spectacular.
Brian R.
June 2026

Fabulous proximity to the beach and within walking distance to food and shopping! Beautiful and well kept property with security patrol. Ample parking
Joni B.
June 2026

The property was beautiful next to the lava lava restaurant was fun!!! communication excellent cleanliness excellentThe master bedroom shower was a little low for us, and it was hard to take a nice shower due to the lack of enough hot water but we made it work lol We didn’t realize there was no air conditioning, but we were still very comfortable. There was enough fan throughout the condo we would definitely rent from this host again love the secluded beach view and the condo very quiet place
Ted B.
June 2026

Great condo with great views. The best unit on the entire property!!It does not have air conditioning, but they provide fans and plenty of other supplies, beach items, etc. Kitchen was well stocked as well and the unit has a safe for valuables.Only complaint was that the sliding door from the master bedroom to the lanai would not slide so unable to access it, but there were two other lanai’s (corner unit) with chaos, loungers, and tables.Pool was great, beach was nice, walking distance to restaurants and shopping, and ample gated parking. We would definitely stay here again!
Shoshone C.
May 2026

We absolutely LOVED staying here! The property is beautiful and the centralized location on the island is unmatched. The experience was a dream, the home livable with many additional amenities which helped us save on cost as well. We would definitely love to return in the future!! We’re home and already missing Kauai so.
Kristina B.
May 2026

Couldn't ask for a more beautiful, more 'Hawaiian' home away from home! The central location in Wailua is perfect for excursions to either the South or North shores. Perfect in our book!
Jim G.
May 2026

Great location and beautiful surroundings.
Todd S.
May 2026

Lovely condo on beautiful property & beach. Close to restaurants & shopping. Host was excellent communicator.
Stephen B.
May 2026

Great location condo was very nice. I would stay again
Brenda M.
May 2026

Loved the location. And great lawn and beach
Valerie T.
May 2026

We loved the property's location (it's own beach and proximity to town) and would come back.. but stay at a different unit. The unit itself left much to be desired. There seemed to be water damage in the bathroom as the side of the casework was damaged and recessed can lights and ceiling fan were hanging out of the ceiling. In the main bedroom the floor material was peeling up at the entry and broke off consistently as we walked across it. The AC in the main bedroom is in need of servicing as it clicked the entire time it was on. It's a lot of money to spend for the unit to be in the condition it was, disappointing.
Shannon B.
May 2026

We love this condo! Everything as it appears. Beautiful view. Updated fresh decor. Beds are comfortable. Kitchen is well stocked. AC and washer dryer work great. We look forward to returning!
Kim W.
May 2026

We spent a wonderful week in Teri & Ron's condo. Teri was so easy to communicate with during our stay. It is very clean and so cutely decorated. The view is right on the beach where we spent lots of time on the lanai watching the waves. We saw surfers and turtles. The condo has every thoughtful thing you could need. Paper products, starter coffee, tea, creamer, soaps, robes, hair dryer. The cabinet is full of spices and condiments. The kitchenware is all in like new condition. The entertainment center is full of books, puzzles and games like Yahtzee, Scrabble and dominoes. There is even a ukulele you could learn to play. There are beach chairs, cooler and toys in the lanai closet. The bed was super comfy with memory foam. With my joints, I always dread staying somewhere and waking up stiff and achy. We had the best sleep! The large salt water pool is heated to about 80. Three times we walked next door to Lava Lava for a meal. The food is good and so are the drinks. Try the Ube Lemonade. The only thing missing is a small washer/dryer in the room so I could wash at 5am instead of waiting for the ones by the office to open. Definitely marked as one we will return to. Mahalo!
Sue T.
May 2026

What a special place to stay on our first time in Kauai! I can’t say enough about the view and serenity of this unit! Our family was comfortable and had everything we needed!
Deidree A.
May 2026

The location was perfect. The ‘baby beach’ was ideal for our grandson.
Barbara W.
May 2026

Fantastic! Lina was wonderful. Really nice place with the perfect view of the pool and ocean. Can’t say enough good about Lina, the property, Kauai, the adventures, food, the ocean. It was all fantastic!!! Thanks Lina for taking such good care and offering your property. All beautiful!

May 2026

Lae Nani is in a perfect location. Walking distance to many restaurants and the Coconut Marketplace. Our unit was well appointed with cooking utensils and very clean. We look forward to spending another week next year!
Carol S.
May 2026

This unit is even more gorgeous in person! The most beautiful and peaceful vacation spot we've ever been to. Super comfy beds, plenty of pillows the kitchen has everything you need and there was plenty of room for our family to all hang out together or go our seperate ways but still feel connected. The location was also fantastic, we loved exploring Old town Kapa'a among other places. Our hosts were wonderful - we hope to be back soon!
Karyn B.
May 2026

Room was very dated, needs some work.good view though.
Jim & Cyndy W.
May 2026

Wonderful property! Everything is very well maintained and clean. The views of the ocean and grounds are beautiful. There is a very nice sandy beach right out back. This location made a great home base for exploring the island.
Jason J.
May 2026

Very nice facilities and location, however the bed in second room not near firm enough and furniture was somewhat uncomfortable in LR and patio.Otherwise wonderful…. Thank you
DENISE H.
May 2026

Beautiful place right on the ocean and extremely well decorated landscape. Condo is very nicely decorated and very clean. Very comfortable bed and 2 bathrooms are a plus. We loved sitting on the lanai just chilling out and watching the ocean. Coconut Market Place is just a couple minute walk. Craig and Shari are great hosts. We will definitely be back.
Scott B.
May 2026

We love this condo!! We have stayed here twice. The view of the ocean, pool, and beautiful grounds from two private lanai’s is wonderful. The hosts have thought of everything you might want or need. We used the beach chairs and cooler for an awesome day at the beach. Thank you for sharing your home.
Amy B.
May 2026

We had a great time here. The space was clean and updated. Plenty of beach equipment provided. Spent a lot of time on the covered patio watching the ocean. The property grounds / pool / lawns were immaculate. Would absolutely stay here again.
Brian K.
May 2026

Cozy condo with beautiful views. Loved the ground floor location. Well appointed kitchen. AC in the bedroom was a plus.
Denise O.
May 2026

This is an absolutely lovely condo. The views are stunning, and the hosts have considered everything to make their guests comfortable. We loved the deck, soaking in the sounds and sights. We will definitely plan a return trip and hope to stay in this exact condo again.
Shari S.
May 2026


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