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: 4.89 / 5.0 (from 1736 reviews)
  • Average Price: $553/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Nihilani Vacation Rentals

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Nihilani Average Rates


As of October 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Nihilani is $553. The average price of a 3 bedroom unit is $651. 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


Great house. Very clean and had everything we needed for our week stay.
Cayden J.
July 2026

Our family has been vacationing in Nihilani condos for nearly 17 years, and this was by far the best-stocked and well-cared-for unit we've ever stayed in. Will definitely be back!
Jacob G.
July 2026

Great place! Host was easy to work with and quick to communicate. Description was accurate and details/rules were clear.
Gina D.
June 2026

Everything was in place and we didn’t need to add anything extra. Great communication and assistance. Would most definitely stay there again.
Allyson B.
June 2026

Outstanding property that was extremely clean and had a great location. Was very well stocked with chairs, beach toys, boogie boards, etc. Great a/c and very spacious for our group of 8. Communication with hosts was excellent and would definitely stay here again.Thank you!
Glenn B.
June 2026

Perfect property for our family of six. Any issue was immediately addressed. Everything worked.

June 2026

It was a great location and huge beautiful condo in a peaceful neighborhood. Tons of space for the price!
Rachel L.
June 2026

Beautiful development in an excellent location; condo was very spacious; AC was wonderful!!! (many Hawaii renters will say you don't need AC because of trade winds, etc, NOT TRUE unless you like to sleep in a warm humid environment); condo was well stocked and had a great layout.Kauai Vacation Rentals was an exceptional host/manager, excellent communication and extremely responsive to any needs.Only small downsides to this development we experienced were the pool and hot tub were only open 9am - 9pm so a morning swim or late hot tub was not available; and WIFI was pretty weak, but I should have let Kauai Vacation Rentals know and they probably would have had someone out there right away.I would definitely recommend renting in this development again! Brad C
Brad C.
June 2026

We enjoyed this property immensely and would book again in a heartbeat! The only feedback I have was that check in is at 4pm which is also when the office closes, making communication slow and check in questions were unanswered for longer periods of time. The property was great and we would love to return!
Rebecca M.
June 2026

We loved our stay at Dhivya's place! The house is very spacious and very clean. The living room is quite big and the lanais are really nice. Dhivya is the best hosts out there. She is very helpful, and responded quickly to every message. I recommend this place. 5/5 star! ❤️
Jancel
June 2026

Amazing Kauai condo. Beautiful and clean, quiet and private community. It was well stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable vacation for our family. The host was responsive and helpful. We would easily choose to book this condo again.
Ryan G.
June 2026

Everything was so well thought out and we had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. We will be back!
Aliza R.
June 2026

We LOVED our stay at Pua Lanai in Princeville. It was super clean, peaceful and beautiful. Perfect for our family. Dhivya our host was quick in responding to any questions or needs.
Michelle G.
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: The house was everything pictured and more. We absolutely loved the beautiful pool, the spacious house, and its location on the North Shore. My kids kept begging us to buy it! The house was immaculately clean and had everything we needed including laundry machines, beach towels, and kitchen appliances including rice cooker and coffee grinder. The filtered water from the fridge was much better tasting than the tap water, too.
Lauren L.
June 2026

At approximately 300 per night, plus a 49 Property Damage Protection fee paid in advance, I expected a well maintained condo. Instead, I found a property with significant deferred maintenance.I documented numerous issues with photographs, including a nonworking toaster oven, a coffee maker with a rusted warming plate, a malfunctioning dishwasher, exterior refrigerator, and dryer, and a very basic replacement washing machine.As well, the primary bedroom smoke detector had been removed. Several windows would not open/function, many blinds were broken, and although an air conditioner is installed, guests cannot use it. Because the front door has no screen cross ventilation was not possible.There were ants in the kitchen, dining area, and primary bathroom despite a strong odor consistent with recent ant treatment. There were holes in the walls and printed notices acknowledging broken windows and blinds. The garage door was extremely noisy, the keypad did not work, and I was directed back and forth between the housekeeper and owner regarding maintenance issues.The location is excellent, and the owner was pleasant. However, communication about maintenance issues was slow. The community jacuzzi was also unavailable during my stay despite being advertised as an amenity.Overall, the property's condition did not match the price I paid, and I would choose another rental next time.
Julie S.
June 2026

Excellent
Lanae 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: We had a wonderful time staying here. It had all the amenities of home so it was easy making the most of our adventures while in Hawaii. The condo was clean and beds were comfortable. Plenty of room for a family! The beach supplies were amazing! We would stay again!!
Laura N.
June 2026

The condo was beautiful and clean. I feel the cleaning fee process could be better-you have to leave cash in the box, and 500 seems a lot for a 3 night stay. Also, the property was very humid. We were uncomfortable sleeping at 73-74 degrees at night. They had a lock on the thermostat. He did come on day 2 and turn it downy to 72, which helped some. Overall, I would probably find another place in the future.
Carmen T.
June 2026

Property was great! Clean and convenient. Having 3 bathrooms was very helpful. Loved having breakfast on the porch.
Diane O.
June 2026

We had a wonderful stay in Princeville! The condo was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. There was plenty of room to spread out, and the layout made it an ideal place for a family vacation.The kitchen was especially well stocked with everything needed to prepare meals and snacks, which was a huge plus. We also loved how close the pool was—just a short walk through the back of the unit, making it incredibly convenient.The Nihilani community was peaceful, quiet, and very family-friendly. We met several other guests during our stay, and everyone was warm and welcoming. The grounds were beautifully maintained, and the overall atmosphere was relaxing and enjoyable.The host was easy to communicate with and very accommodating with an early check-in, which was greatly appreciated after a long day of travel.We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Princeville.
Donna G.
June 2026

Clean, bright and cheery.
Olha D.
June 2026

My family stayed at this property for 10 days in early June, and it was very comfortable for us. WiFi and AC worked well, beds were comfortable, and we found the complex to be quiet and well-maintained. While a few things could use updating and/or repairs, it was decorated nicely and didn’t feel dated. We appreciated having plentiful TP, detergent pods, shampoo, bandaids, sunblock, as well as some pantry staples, which cut down on our shopping bill. There were also lots of beach essentials for our use in the garage: beach chairs, an umbrella, toys, fins, snorkels, etc. No body boards, but we rented some fairly cheaply from a place in Hanalei. We would stay here again.A few things we wished were better:-Several burned out lightbulbs - we had maintenance come out to replace a closet light, and I replaced others myself with lightbulbs I found there.-Broken microwave over the stove. They provided another microwave on the counter for our use, but that limited our counter space.-Toaster only sometimes worked.-All the pots and pans (except one) were the kind with the nonstick coating that was starting to peel and break down. They didn’t seem safe to us to use, so we cooked everything in one stainless steel pot. -Pocket doors in upstairs jack-and-Jill bath did not have working locks.-One window in twin bedroom wasn’t working properly. All these things were just inconvenient, and we didn’t contact property management except for the closet light.
Jennifer H.
June 2026

What a relaxing stay we had a t this beautiful property. We felt like we were at home. The neighborhood was quiet and the nearby Princeville Center has restaurants and a supermarket nearby. Can’t wait to come back
Marnie M.
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: Beautiful place. Clean. Had everything we would need. We loved our stay.
Amy Jo T.
June 2026

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Princeville, Kauai. The condo was spacious, exceptionally clean, and very well stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable vacation. The large bathrooms and generous closet space were especially appreciated, making it perfect for our family of four adults.The location was excellent, with easy access to the pool area and convenient proximity to everything we wanted to do on the North Shore. The host was wonderful to work with—responsive, friendly, and easy to communicate with throughout our stay. We were especially grateful for the flexibility with an early check-in and late check-out, which made our travel days much less stressful.We also loved the atmosphere of the Nihilani community. It felt very family-oriented, and the guests we met during our stay were all friendly and welcoming. The entire community was peaceful, quiet, and beautifully maintained, creating a relaxing environment that truly enhanced our Kauai vacation.We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Princeville.
Donna G.
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: We loved the place. So clean and up to date. It is so nice and had everything we needed. We hope to stay again!
Angie S.
June 2026

We traveled for my son’s first birthday we felt that we had plenty of room. It was a great location in Princeville and enjoyed going to the pool after a long day of exploring. The property had everything we needed and was very well kept. We had a wonderful trip
Ashton V.
June 2026

Our family of 6 had a wonderful stay! Close to shops and food. Beds were comfortable. Property was beautiful. Will stay again when we return.
Shawn and Mindy P.
June 2026

Beautiful location, lots to do in the area! Check in process was very smooth, overall great experience!
Tara H.
June 2026

This is beyond a 5 star place to stay!! First of all Dhivya was AMAZING to work with!! She was super responsive and helpful! This was our first time to Kauai. She sent us a very detailed email with things broke down into beaches, places to eat, hikes to do..and many other things. It was so helpful! The condo was very clean and well stocked! The beds were comfortable and the AC helped so much after a long hot day! The property was beautiful and quiet! We have stayed at a lot of VRBO properties and this was by far the best place we have stayed..not just for the nice condo, but for all of the extra things that Dhivya thought of to make the vacation even more memorable!! We loved it so much and we will definitely be back!!
Jeff A.
June 2026

Property and location were divine. Stayed for 9 nights with a family of 5 to explore the island. Bikes, beach chairs, surf boards, pool, etc were a super welcomed bonus. Easy 5 star review. Would return here in a heart beat. TY!
Michael G.
June 2026

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: Everything was as good or better than expected. We were very pleased with the house. Wished we could have has better views or within walking distance of anything. Definitely worth the money and if we have a good size group, we would definitely stay here again.
Randy F.
June 2026

Beautiful place.
Angela
June 2026

Shirley’s home is wonderful..the location is perfect. We enjoyed walking to food trucks and Hideaway beach. The views from the lanai were amazing! Kitchen was well stocked.
Genevieve K.
June 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: Condo was in a lovely neighborhood in Princeville. Good spaces for walking at any hour of the day. Very quiet. Furnishings were comfy and cozy,
Mark T.
May 2026

We had an amazing stay at this property in Kauai. The home was beautiful, clean, spacious, and very relaxing for our family. We especially enjoyed the chocolate waiting for us when we arrived — such a thoughtful touch. The snorkeling gear and beach chairs were also greatly appreciated and made exploring the island much easier and more enjoyable.The location is amazing — close to 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay and surrounded by a very upscale, beautiful area. There were also great food trucks nearby, and it was an excellent location for exploring the Na Pali Coast and the north shore of Kauai. Everything was well maintained and exactly as described. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Kauai.
Christopher C.
May 2026

Stayed with 7 adults and 1 baby. The condo was perfect for our group. The A/C was cold, kitchen was fully stocked, and garage had all the beach gear we needed. Location was very safe and quiet, close to Princeville center and Hanalei. I highly recommend this home and would definitely be back!
Cheryll V.
May 2026

Great location, super spacious, very clean! Would 100% stay here again we have no complaints!
Giovanni M.
May 2026

Great place. Great location.Real nice. Real quiet. Would stay again.
Sebastian T.
May 2026

This rental was amazing! We stayed for a week, and despite a very late check-in and very early checkout, everything went smoothly. Communication was excellent the entire time.There were 7 adults in our group, and the layout worked well. Each couple had their own room, plus there was a smaller extra room with a trundle bed. The master bedroom was especially impressive, and the other bedrooms were a great size. The smaller room didn’t have a closet or direct bathroom access, but it still worked fine for our group.The house was well stocked with kitchen essentials, plus some condiments and spices, which was a nice surprise. There were also beach toys in the garage that would be great for families.The outdoor spaces were beautiful, with a lovely lanai on the main floor and two more upstairs. The pool area was a short walk away and had a great BBQ setup with tables and chairs.The grounds were immaculate, and we loved all the birds that visited each day. The location was quiet and peaceful, while still being close to a small grocery store, shops, and beaches.We would definitely stay here again!
Tanya G.
May 2026

Pictures do not do this place justice! It is aesthetically stunning, tasteful, and beautiful, a real sanctuary and perfect home base. We rode bikes to Hideaways and Pu'u Poa Beach to swim with turtles and Foodland is also very close and convenient. There are also several food trucks within walking distance. Princeville is perfectly located in between Kilauea and Hanalei. Andrea is a gem of a hostess. Very grateful to find this place. MAHALO
K S.
May 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This has to be the worst vacation rental we have ever stayed in. We faced many issues as soon as we entered in the property.* Jacn n Jill Bathroom lock was non functional creating privacy issues.* Fan was not working in one room.* Bathroom window was almost rotten(possible mold).* Towels were having weird smell.* Coffee machine was so dirty that looked never been washed.* Pans had grease on then which looked like was not washed.* Patio screen was completely torn, bugs could easily come inside.* Some of the blinds in the living room/near main door were broken/missing adding privacy concerns* Hair dryer was gross(very dirty and sticky)* Dining chairs had lots of white stains* bed frame was wobling and has lots of noise* Many furnitures had visible dust layer* Overall hygiene was not maintained* one toilet started overflowing on the last day which had to be plunged.* We initially requested to fix the lock and fan but repairs were made next day but still the lock was not fixed.Above are the most pressing issues along with other minors ones.We are extremely dissapointed with the stay and would never book with vacation reality ever.
Ridhi M.
May 2026

Beautiful condo in the heart of Princeville! The beds were super comfortable, the condo was well stocked. Our host was the best! Very communicative and very welcoming! Highly recommend!
Marina W.
May 2026

Great big space! Lovely property. The baseboards and lighting fixtures look like they haven't been wiped down in awhile, but it's an easy fix :) a nice area, close to a playground, and walking distance from some food trucks! :)
Tori S.
May 2026

Plenty of room for six adults. The bikes, beach chairs and umbrellas in the garage are a nice bonus.
David W.
May 2026

Everything was great
Norm H.
May 2026

What a beautiful and spacious home! We had a great time. The bikes and boogie boards were a lot of fun, and the cooler was very appreciated.
Julia A.
May 2026

Great condo. Very clean and comfortable
Carolyn M.
May 2026

This location was perfect for our family. It had everything we needed and more. Great proximity to our local friends and tourist destinations and the pool access was a great bonus. The host was so helpful and communicative, it felt like we were staying at a friend’s house. We can’t wait to come back and this will be our new home away from home, when we do.
Juliet M.
May 2026

The home was lovely. Very well equipped with sports, beach, and pool equipment. Even three bikes and helmets to use. Great TV plan so we could easily follow stateside Stanley Cup playoffs. Community pool was lovely with several BBQ grillls and kitchen area. Andrea was fabulous to deal with on everything.
Raymond R.
May 2026


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