Nihilani, Kauai

Nihilani is a newer town home development in Princeville, completed in 2008. This is a centrally located complex featuring units with very large and comfortable living spaces and nice furnishings and appliances. Nihilani units feature central air conditioning and garages (both features are rare for condos in Princeville). In the aerial photos below, Nihilani is the complex on the right half of the semi-circlular block (Plantation at Princeville is on the left). The complex has a pleasant pool and BBQ area. Although not within easy walking distance to Princeville's ocean attractions, guests will enjoy walking or cycling along the bike path to the Princeville shopping complex.

    Nihilani Quick Facts:


  • Address: 4919 Pepelani Loop,Princeville, HI 96722
  • Property Size: ~10.0 acres (90 units)
  • Reviews: 4.88 / 5.0 (from 1520 reviews)
  • Average Price: $459/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Nihilani Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Nihilani

Nihilani Average Rates


As of February 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Nihilani is $459. The average price of a 3 bedroom unit is $584. 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 Nihilani 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 the overall experience at Nihilani in Princeville: spacious, spotless townhomes with comfortable beds, multiple bathrooms, and relaxing lanais make an easy, home-like base on Kauai’s lush North Shore. The setting feels quiet and residential yet convenient—minutes to Hanalei, Anini, Hideaways, and walking paths along the golf course. Most guests praise the resort-style pool, hot tub, and BBQ area, and many say communication with hosts/managers is quick and helpful. A large share would happily return.

Units are generally very well equipped. Kitchens are often “fully stocked” (many with labeled cupboards), laundry is in‑home, and garages commonly hold beach gear like chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards, and snorkel sets; some even include bikes. Layouts work especially well for families and multi‑generational groups, with good bedroom separation and plenty of towels (including beach towels). Many homes have central A/C (a big plus on humid days), while others rely on tradewinds and fans—guests who had A/C appreciated it.

Most drawbacks are practical and vary by unit. Garages can be tight for large SUVs, guest/overnight parking is limited, and the HOA enforces pool and parking rules. The pool, while pretty, can feel cool or small at times, and a few units near the main road report some traffic noise; island roosters are a common early‑morning soundtrack. Closest beaches may require a short drive or a steep path, and occasional maintenance or stocking hiccups (e.g., appliance issues, missing basics) pop up but aren’t the norm. To avoid surprises, confirm A/C, parking for two cars, pool proximity, and which beach gear is included with your specific unit.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Nihilani Reviews


Amazing! Everything about this house is perfection! Very clean, so spacious, comfy beds and perfect location. We highly enjoyed our stay!
Amber L.
November 2025

Very clean spacious condo.
John T.
October 2025

Beautiful space, easy communication. Nice stay in a beautiful area. Fully equipped with everything you need.
Becca S.
October 2025

This townhome was perfect for me and my 2 adult sons. It's in a great location and had everything we need. Although the A/C went out, the maintenance person came quickly and provided portable units to keep us comfortable.Hoping to go back soon.Carmen
Carmen M.
October 2025

Fantastic! Location / space / amenities Wonderful property. Easy to get in and out. Very clean with plenty of space. Right across the street from the golf course made for some wonderful morning coffees on the lanai. Pool and hot tub where great. The only, and I mean only challenges. No masks or snorkles (fins yes/body boards yes) and the markings on the stove wore off and it was difficult to make out. Other than that, great place. Enjoy the football we left. My son and I played catch almost every day on the beach.
Marcus J.
October 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: We had a great time and the host made sure everything was ready to go and they had so much for us to use at the house like beach chairs and boogie boards! Would definitely stay again!
Jon A.
October 2025

Our family of four spent three weeks here in September and had a wonderful time. The unit is right next to the pool, which made it incredibly convenient, yet surprisingly quiet most nights. The pool typically cleared out by 10 p.m., so noise was never an issue.The condo was spotless, the beds were very comfortable, and the air conditioning kept things cool and pleasant. We loved the balconies and outdoor seating — perfect for morning coffee or relaxing in the evenings.The location couldn’t be better — just a quick 10-minute drive to Hanalei Bay, and the Nihilani complex itself is beautifully maintained. We had perfect weather during our stay and really enjoyed every day. This is one of our favorite places to stay on Kauai, and we’ll definitely be returning. Thanks to the host for a great experience.
Tony L.
October 2025

The condo was great and had everything we needed. The garage had lots of chairs and beach toys that were fun! The pool area is beautiful! The dryer was loud but when I sent a message they offered to come fix it while we were there. We enjoyed our stay!
Cassie H.
October 2025

It was a very clean place and very comfortable. We loved it.
Jeff A.
October 2025

We had a great stay at this amazing property!
Veta N.
October 2025

Our stay was nothing short of amazing , this property was just perfect . Very spacious , Clean and well managed and stocked with essentials. Communication was great and we had no issues at all ! Will definitely be booking this property again the next time I come to Kauai!
Jessica U.
October 2025

Very clean. The hosts were very communicative and check in was super easy. Overall great place.
Sydney M.
October 2025

Wow! So happy we chose to stay here, what a beautiful week. The condo is five stars in every way. Beautiful design, clean, very well appointed/ stocked. Furnishings comfortable. Fans throughout and air-conditioning if needed keep it at a nice and comfortable temperature. plenty of beach equipment, beautiful grounds. Enjoy sitting on the lanai, (which is huge) eating our breakfast dinner drinking our coffee looking at the lush garden landscape. Fun to lie on the couch and watch the rain at night. We were lucky with very good weather. The host is so easy to communicate with and responded very quickly. We did not need to contact them except to request a late check out. Washer and dryer makes even more convenient. Beds are comfortable. Very close to nearby beaches snorkeling great restaurants all within 10 minutes or closer. Don’t want to leave and we’ll definitely stay here again. Thank you, thank you thank you!
jennifer e.
October 2025

Spacious and comfortable condo in a great location. We enjoyed our stay and communication with the property. Owner was easy and consistent.
Joseph S.
October 2025

It was a nice place to stay. The complex is beautifull.
Gerald S.
October 2025

Stayed here with family for a lovely time in Kauai! Home was fabulous, room for everyone to spread out and also come together. Comfy beds, great kitchen, everything you need! Loved it!
Lauren H.
October 2025

We loved everything about our stay in this property. It was beautiful, loved the location. The three bedrooms and three bathrooms were perfect for our family of six. The condo was well decorated and had everything we needed. Check in and out was very easy and we were contacted with all information we needed, responses to questions were prompt. We would definitely recommend it!
Magan P.
October 2025

The property was larger than I expected. It was clean, the neighborhood is very pleasant. The management let us in early so that was appreciated. There are kids toys, a beach umbrella, boogie boards and other beach supplies in the garage. The air conditioning worked really well. Two minor things worth mentioning. The wifi isn't strong and didn't reach to the bedrooms or the lanai, so if you want to work, it must be done in the downstairs portion of the house. Also, the pool is quite shallow, 4 ft at the deepest portion. Everything else about the property is excellent.
Matthew
October 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: Property was as expected, very nice and cozy. It was a nice for them to supply beach chairs and toys for the kids.
Carlos A.
October 2025

Beautiful condo. Clean except for one dirty toilet. Loved gift box and kitchen amenities. Towels were damp and needed to put them in dryer before using. Never met site manager to get parking passes. Kristen was very helpful.
Hazel FH F.
October 2025

Great location. Beautiful home, pool and landscaping. Clean. Provided beach towels, boogie boards, chairs.
Katie N.
October 2025

Property was great! Just as advertised. There was plenty of beach gear and the grills at the pool were nice to use! Unfortunately The snorkel gear was broken and leaky and the cooler for the beach was broken (the handle) so it was difficult to use. The property was very walkable and there was a cute park about a mile walk with exercise equipment and a walking trail! Also many food trucks within walking distance.
Jordan R.
October 2025

Wonderful location and condo. It was stocked with absolutely everything we needed and clean as can be. Perfect for any stay.
Buffy M.
October 2025

Perfect location with views of the mountains and easy access to the main road, stores and Hanalei Bay.
Matt W.
October 2025

The Resort complex was beautiful and we loved every minute of staying there. It was clean and neat and quickly became our home away from home. Unfortunately initially entering the condo was a challenge as the Door Code information was inaccurate. We had to place a call immediately in order to figure out how to enter! Fortunately Kory picked up!
Thomas B.
October 2025

The house was as described for the most part and was roomy enough for my family of 7. The neighborhood is residential and I assume the HOA type of situation dictated a very long list of rules we needed to abide by, so make sure to read, ask about and understand the things you can and can't do. Also understand the cash only cleaning fee and the pretty high cost for that. I have young, and sometimes loud grandkids and the need for quiet and no toys/floaties etc at the pool was difficult for the kids. Hosts provided good amenities, kitchen tools could be newer and more useful (pans, knives, etc.) Overall no complaints, but I would likely only stay here again with an all-adult group. Location to other things (beach, shopping, etc.) was very good.
Lisa d.
October 2025

The place was amazing and my friend and I enjoyed our stay!
Maycen G.
September 2025

We met extended family for a vacation and found this place to not only meet our needs for comfort and privacy, but to exceed our expectations. Communicating with the owner/host was easy and very pleasant - further enhancing our experience. Thank you, Charlie, for allowing our family to connect in your wonderful Kauai home. Mahalo, my friend.
Jon W.
September 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: We enjoyed our stay very much in this 2 bedroom unit. We had a hiccup with the hot water heater not working upon arrival but the management company quickly fixed it. They were great to communicate with us. It was just as described and we enjoyed the quiet atmosphere of the neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again.

September 2025

We had a great stay here. Place is even better than photos and much larger than appeared. Appreciated all of the goodies in the garage and of course large garage itself for parking. Townhome community and overall location in Princeville was perfect. Would absolutely stay here again.
Kelly H.
September 2025

Great place to return to after a day at the beach! Comfortable, clean, safe, quiet, convenient location. Loved sitting under the stars by the pool. We would absolutely stay here again!
Susan F.
September 2025

Property is in a very nice townhome location. The amenities were all great. We used the grill and the A/C worked flawlessly. More importantly everything in the home was in great condition, clean and organized. All the beds were comfortable. So Sleep - 10, Cleanliness - 10, Location - 10, and no noise other than wildlife. We will be back.
Paul D.
September 2025

property was very clean and updated
John K.
September 2025

Great condo in great location! Very clean & well kept! Plenty of room for family of 6. Comfortable beds. Everything was great!
Stephen C.
September 2025

This property is beautiful, very large & spacious, well-appointed inside, and provides tons of water sports equipment. The location is quiet (we had a car) and the views across the golf course are stunning. Communication with Shirley was great. We had a wonderful time here and would highly recommend!
Natalie h.
September 2025

Absolutely gorgeous location! It’s very peaceful in Princeville. The place was clean and nice. It had everything we needed.
Melinda W.
September 2025

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful condo. It had everything we needed for a comfortable trip. The pool was amazing—our kids loved spending time there. We also enjoyed cooking dinner in the fully equipped kitchen and relaxing out on the patio in the evenings. A perfect spot for a family getaway!
Mary G.
September 2025

Great place for our stay. 5 stars. One thing to keep in mind is that you can't really fit two cars in the garage, but there is another parking spot outside.
Beau P.
August 2025

Host did us an immense favor by allowing our family early check in. When you’re traveling this far, plans are bound to change and working with a flexible host is invaluable. Many thanks again!
andrew h.
August 2025

What a wonderful and spacious condo. Our family of four (mom, dad, and two boys ages 7 and 9) had more than enough room. The beds were super comfortable (maybe the best of any VRBO I've stayed in) and the place was fully stocked with everything that you'd need to make meals at home. Great location, close to Princeville Center and 10 minutes from Hanalei. We had a small issue that was promptly dealt with by the management. All in all, a great stay.
Kate K.
August 2025

We absolutely loved our stay here! The property is beautiful and had everything we needed for a wonderful vacation. The kitchen was fully stocked, making it easy to cook dinners, and the living room had new, comfortable couches where our family could relax together, watch TV, and enjoy each other’s company. The bedrooms were clean and inviting, and we really appreciated being able to use the beach gear—especially the cooler, which was perfect for packing lunches and drinks. We stayed for 6 nights and truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a great place to stay!
Amy C.
August 2025

Beautiful space - everything we needed and more!
Rudy J.
August 2025

It was a good, clean, spacious and clean apartment.
Ira S.
August 2025

Everything was great! It was clean and spacious and we enjoyed the extra amenities like beach chairs, shop vac to clean out our van and bikes.
Christin D.
August 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: We have stayed dozens of times at Nihilani for my small group yoga, meditation, surf retreats and it’s always a relaxing, peaceful, and quiet stay which is perfect for us. House 3A is definitely a favorite place and space now, and we couldn’t have asked for a more wonderful week together.
Mary S.
August 2025

Another incredible stay at Nihilani for our August Hawaii yoga, meditation, surf retreat here at home on Kaua’i. I’ve led dozens of small group yoga and surf retreats at Nihilani and time and time again, it’s like returning home. Thank you for another wonderful stay.
Mary
August 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: We found this home to be very spacious, clean, in a nice community, and with all of the necessary toys/gear to enjoy the island comfortably. Great to have a garage, powerful and quiet air-conditioning, and plenty of room to spread out. Conveniently located near the entrance to the community and the pool, but not too close. Prompt communication from The property management.
Brandon K.
August 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: We had an amazing stay in this flat. Very clean, a lot of rooms, suitable furniture and much more. Every day it was a pleasure to come back into our home. The only thing we didnt like was the thin celing. We heared Almosen every step. But nevertheless, we would really recommend this great flat.
Kay L.
August 2025

We had an amazing stay at Dhivya’s place! The location is perfect, and the home was incredibly comfortable for our family. It’s spacious, very clean, and thoughtfully maintained, which made it feel like a true home away from home. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub — such a fun and relaxing bonus! Dhivya was also a fantastic host: very responsive and a great communicator throughout our stay. We would absolutely recommend this place and would love to stay again!
Chris H.
August 2025

This is a nice property in a great area of Kauai. We would return.
Tanya S.
August 2025


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