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.
Plantations at Princeville delivers a peaceful, residential North Shore base with lush grounds, walking paths along the golf course, and easy access to Hanalei, Anini, Tunnels, and Princeville Center. Guests consistently praise the spacious, condo-style layouts (often 2–3 bedrooms with 2–3 baths), comfortable beds, and homey touches that make longer stays easy. The pool, hot tub, grills, and small fitness room are popular and typically uncrowded, and many reviewers say communication and check-in are smooth with responsive managers.
Inside, most units are clean, well maintained, and very well stocked—from full kitchens to beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards, snorkel sets), plus in‑unit laundry and, in many cases, a garage. Lanais are a highlight for morning coffee and sunset lounging, often with mountain, pool, or garden views. Wi‑Fi and A/C generally work well, and families and multi‑generational groups love the privacy of multiple bathrooms and the quiet, safe neighborhood vibe.
Good to know: this is not an oceanfront complex, and while some trails are nearby, most beaches are a short drive. Several units back onto a main road, so daytime traffic can be audible on those lanais; upstairs neighbor or pool noise and early‑rising roosters also pop up. A recurring theme is partial A/C—often the living room and primary bedroom are vented while one guest room relies on fans or a portable unit—so heat‑sensitive travelers should confirm coverage. As with any multi‑owner condo resort, occasional unit‑specific hiccups (dated furnishings, worn pans, carpet stains, gym/pool maintenance, construction, or access codes) appear, but the overall trend is very positive: a comfortable, well‑equipped, and convenient home base for exploring Kauai’s North Shore.
This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 725 reviews
This condo has it all! Super comfortable and the garage is loaded. It has everything you need. 3 different size coolers, all beach items, and even water shoes. Six adults stayed here and we all had plenty of room. I will definitely come back.
Krista L.
August 2025
This place was amazing! It was clean, perfect for our family and had all the amenities we needed! Would stay again!
Juli R.
August 2025
Spacious, clean condo with a nice lanai and all the kitchen amenities you need. The pool and BBQ were great to come back to after a long day at the beach and exploring. Great location in the middle of Princeville. Would definitely stay here again!
Kim F.
August 2025
Enjoyed our stay. Easy to park, all amenities provided and good location.
Rebecca T.
August 2025
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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.
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The views were amazing. It was the perfect location for a perfect stay with my family. The patio is peaceful and the home was spotless. Would definitely recommend this home.
Yvonne B.
August 2025
Nice spacious layout with great light. Easy parking. The furniture is comfortable without being stuffy. Kitchen is well stocked with supplies. A/C works well, but only cools the master bedroom and living room.
Jennifer W.
August 2025
This was our first time to HI and our stay was amazing! The place was fully stocked with everything we needed, especially the kitchen, as we were able to cook many meals throughout our stay. Everything was spacious, clean and updated throughout the condo. The garage even had beach gear for us to borrow, such as coolers, some snorkeling equipment, umbrella, boogie boards and beach chairs. The pool was nice and the private patio and table were great to use for outdoor dining. The washer and dryer came in handy and the owners even stocked it with detergent-no need to bring your own or buy any. The location of the condo was very handy to get to all North Shore beaches/shopping/activities/grocery supplies, and check in was a breeze, with all info we needed texted to me. I had a couple questions right before check in and the owners got back to me immediately. There were even beach towels for us to borrow. Everything was thought of. Thank you for a wonderful stay! If we get the chance to come back to Kauai, we will definitely stay with you again.
Alycia S.
August 2025
This rental condo was absolutely gorgeous, and perfect for our 6-person family (including 4 teenagers). The kitchen was extremely well stocked, and the whole place was plenty spacious and very comfortable. Additionally, virtually all of our meals were eaten out on the lanai, allowing us to enjoy the outdoors including the chirping birds and (generally) beautiful weather.As a bonus, it was fantastic that this unit was prepped for the beach with beach chairs, snorkeling gear, boogie boards, beach towels and a rolling cooler. This saved us the hassle of having to worry about these items or renting/buying them during our stay.In terms of amenities, the pool and hot tub area were very nice, with multiple Weber BBQs available for grilling (which I used 4-5 times). Additionally, the on-site gym was a bonus for multiple members of our family.As for the condo management, Heather was very friendly and extremely responsive to all questions (and even popped by to say hello while we were enjoying some time on the lanai). Additionally, both check-in and check-out were a breeze.We absolutely loved our stay in this unit and our whole time in Kauai. We hope to be able to visit this beautiful island at some point in the future, and would definitely like to stay here again if the unit is available!
Jonathan M.
August 2025
This was ideally located, well cared for, and with all you could need when far away from home. Beach gear was very helpful. Kitchen had everything we needed. Communication was excellent - they were kind enough to allow us to check in early, which was a huge help.
Louise V.
August 2025
This 3 bedroom condo is perfect for our family of 4. This was our 4th time staying in this condo. The two smaller bedrooms have their own portable air conditioners that both my boys really like to keep their rooms cool. Kitchen has mostly everything you will need. We did have to purchase a can opener and left it for the next guests. We look forward to staying her again on our next trip to Kauai.
Janie D.
August 2025
Great vacation location on North Shore. Well appointed with easy access to all North Shore beaches, trails, restaurants and shops
Richard M.
August 2025
Great location! We’ve stayed at the plantation many times and out of all the condos we’ve stayed this is our favorite. Will be retiring again.
Edward D.
August 2025
Easy check in. Great place for us
Adam W.
August 2025
I know it is my fault but I assumed these nice places in Princeville had air-conditioning.
Mark N.
August 2025
The house was clean and tidy. The communication with the host was exceptionally easy, and they always responded promptly with questions and concerns. The pool at the property was fun for the kids to go to when the rain was coming down at the beach, and the near access to downtown Princeville was great for breakfast runs! I would absolutely stay here again.
Mary J.
August 2025
The property was excellent. Really well maintained vacation property. Lots of thoughtful infrastructure for cooking and equipment for the beach. Would highly recommend. Our host was helpful and easy to reach for questions. We will fondly remember the tsunami that wasn’t but also appreciate the beauty of the north shore and not to take this unspoiled region for granted!
Chuck K.
August 2025
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The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
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This rental was very disappointing - very dirty and furniture was beat up, curtain rod was missing (replaced with black duct tape to make it look like there was a curtain rod) I would not stay here again. It needs a very deep clean; dust caked on everything, mold all over the bathrooms, water continuously dripping from a vent above the kitchen table, live lizard (?) in the oven, fridge door handles sticky - so gross!! Location was great.
Jamie B.
July 2025
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
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Fantastic
Genevieve R.
July 2025
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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:
Nice experience. We had a great time, pretty much everything you needed was there. Place was clean and ready to go. Our only items were minor. More sun blockage in the front room, with drapes or better blinds and the large blind in the master bedroom didn't stay up on its own, needed to hook around the plastic hook provided. Knives were super sharp which was great!
Fletcher C.
July 2025
They need a new dryer and would be helpful to know 3 rd bedroom did not have air conditioning otherwise a very nice condo
Linda L.
July 2025
Condo was very nice and well stocked. There was a slight issue with drain and the owners were prompt in getting it taken care of. Highly recommend!
Brad B.
July 2025
Great location in Princeville. We loved sitting out on the patio. Easy check in process.
Kirsten M.
July 2025
Overpriced for what is provided.
Alejandra C.
July 2025
This place is outstanding!!!! Plenty of space, very clean and well kept. The property/neighborhood is well kept and quiet. It’s is located in Princeville and close to quiet beaches, restaurants and shopping. The a/c in the unit works great. Owner provides towels, beach chairs and umbrellas so you can enjoy the beaches. Unit is well stocked with household items so you can enjoy your stay. Owner is very responsive and communicates well. Highly recommend this property.
Brian Q.
July 2025
Beautiful property. The beds were very comfortable, with nice linens. A/C worked excellent, except for one bedroom. It must not have had a vent. We didn't see one there anyway. Nice large lanai ovelooking the pool area. Would definitely stay here again.
Craig A.
July 2025
This property was just what we were looking for. The views from the lanai were amazing. The staff were available to answer questions. We really enjoyed our time here and look forward to staying here again.
Brooke
July 2025
This was our annual trip to Kauai and our second time we stayed in Princeville. This rental had everything we needed to make our stay easy. The place was clean and beautiful inside. The bedrooms are on separate sides of the living room so you could have some privacy . Kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to cook and make your own meals. The lanai is off the living room and main bedroom and has a little grassy area surrounded by the beautiful plants that you can only find in Kauai. Our favorite beach, Hanalei, is only a few miles away and as we to the beach daily and this place was stocked with beach towels, a beach umbrella, boogie boards, cooler, etc.
Kathy D.
July 2025
Enjoyed the privacy and quiet surroundings. Having a pool, exercise room and all the beach supplies was the icing on the cake. Thank you
Sophia B.
July 2025
Everything was wonderful not one thing to complain about just excellent!
Sue F.
July 2025
We absolutely loved our stay at this lovely townhome. We had everything we could have wanted and if we needed something we just let the management team know. The townhome was pristine. The home loooked towards the pool which was so pretty. The small details with fresh flowers, pool/beach towels and beach necessities were perfect. We loved this place and we hope to return again.
Diana R.
July 2025
We had the most amazing stay in Kauai! The condo was beautiful, centrally located on the North Shore, and absolutely perfect! We will definitely be back!
Stacie M.
July 2025
I stayed here with a group of my girlfriends before backpacking and camping the Kahlalau Trail. This place was a great home base for us to set our stuff, relax, and truly take in Hawaii before we set off on our adventure. Thank you!
Kate B.
July 2025
Spacious property plan of condo worked out well for the family; however too many requests to wash linens towels etc
christine m.
July 2025
Clean, roomy, comfortable, paradise
Mic B.
July 2025
The place was very nice, just like the pictures.Perfect for a family of 4 !
CRISTINA R.
July 2025
Very nice property. Enjoyed all the elements the property had to offer. Did have a morning visit from 3 birds (cardinals) that would eat nuts out of our hands
scott l.
July 2025
The condo was perfect for our family of 4. It is located in a beautiful neighborhood across the street from a golf course. There is a great walking path that follows the course. Princeville is clean and lush. It is less than 15 minutes to Hanalei which is the cutest beach town with shops, restaurants and a beautiful beach with soft white sand. A grocery store is a few minutes away but I recommend stopping at Costco or Safeway after you land. The pool and hot tub were very nice, never crowded and the area was clean. I appreciated being able to park in the garage. Coolers, boogie boards, beach chairs and an umbrella were provided. The AC and internet worked great. The kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable. Laura, the property manager, was there to greet us when we arrived and was responsive and helpful throughout our stay. If we visit Kauai again, we will be staying here!
Julie B.
June 2025
The house was a great layout for our group with the central kitchen and den and dining area. My only complaint would be that the furniture needed updating, including the resting dining chairs on the patio. The cabinetry in the kitchen wasn’t exactly clean. Either was the molding around the bathroom tiling for the tubs or the light fixtures and windowsills that were horribly dusty.
Christine P.
June 2025
There was plenty of room for 5 people. This property is close to a grocery store and restaurants. The pool was quiet and perfect on days we didn’t want to go to the beach. The property manager was responsive when we had questions. About a 10 minute drive to Hanalei for more restaurants and shopping and hanalei beach. Looking forward to returning for a vacation
Stacy C.
June 2025
We had an amazing time in Kauai and were very happy we chose to stay in this VRBO. It was clean and had enough space for a family of four. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms which is super convenient when you have teenage girls. It has air conditioning, garage parking and is very close to the pool. The master suite and living room has a patio door out to the lanai where we had our morning coffee. The kitchen is equipped and well stocked with everything you need. The location is great. It’s a short drive to the beaches on the north shore. The grocery store, shave ice and Lapperts ice cream is a couple minutes away. We walked from our VRBO to see the Queen’s Bath. Check-in and check out was very easy. If you are looking for somewhere to stay while in Kauai near the north shore this property in Princeville is perfect!
Christine R.
June 2025
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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.
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We absolutely LOVED our stay! Fully stocked kitchen, enough laundry detergent, soap, etc AND beach towels, chairs, snorkel gear - anything and everything you could need for your trip. Rooms were comfortable and 3 full bathrooms is unbeatable. Found ourselves asking on day 1 if it was too early to book again! Will absolutely be back.
Elyse B.
June 2025
Great condo with plenty of space for family of 4 with one adult son and teenage daughter. Very clean and convenient location.
Bryan T.
June 2025
Beautiful condo. Felt like home. The mattress in master bedroom was fabulous! I usually wake up stiff, but not here. Bed is very high though. I’m older so was difficult getting into it. I asked for a step stool and they brought one over the next day and it Worked fine. First time staying in Princeville. So glad we did. So beautiful and really feels like the true Hawaii. Kitchen is fully stock d with anything you need to prepare food. View of pool is nice and they keep the BBQ and grounds so clean. The unit had beach chairs, snorkel gear, ice chest and other beach toys. Highly recommend!
Rhonda H.
June 2025
This was a spectacular condo with an outstanding location. Our family was extremely comfortable in this 3 bedroom condo. It was so well stocked with everything we needed for the beach and pool. The pool was close and easily accessible. The AC worked so well. Overall we had a phenomenal time in Princeville staying at this lovely condo.
Debra F.
June 2025
Great experience!! Perfect fit for our family of 6!
Heidi T.
June 2025
We so enjoyed staying here. It is located in a great area- great walking paths. The king bed was so comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need, even Tupperware. They provide chairs and boogie boards for the beach. I highly recommend this place.
Jennifer B.
June 2025
Staying at this condo did not disappoint. It is very peaceful and the location was close to everything we wanted to do on the north shore. The condo was very clean and Laura was an excellent host who made sure you had everything you needed for the beach (the beach chairs were a plus). In addition, Laura sent me a very well done trip planning guide of restaurants, trails and information about all the beaches and what to expect at each beach. Overall the experience was excellent and my family and I enjoyed our stay. Princeville is gorgeous with stunning views. You will fall in love with it! Thank you again Laura for being an excellent host and attending to our needs.
Linda K.
June 2025
this was so nice....moved right in and spent days at the beach and nights on the porch....very quiet..loved Laura and she is right across the street and always answered her phone when we had a question,,,,we stayed 21 days PERFECT
Michael C.
May 2025
Our stay was excellent! Beautiful and very tastefully decorated condo. Very clean and extremely well-stocked with everything we needed. Communication with Rozalynn and the on-island host was easy and messages answered promptly. Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend!
Martha S.
May 2025
The property was definitely a home away from home. We were accommodated in every way possible. We celebrated two birthdays, and the place was decorated as if I did it myself. We didn't have far to travel it felt like we were in the middle of everything. The pool was just a few steps away. I would definitely go back again. Thanks again for a great time.
Hazel M.
May 2025