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Kuilima Estates, Oahu

Kuilima Estates is a large condo development at Turtle Bay on Oahu's north shore. The development is split into two sections, Kuilima Estates East and Kuilima Estates West. The West development has 2 tennis courts and 3 pools, while the East has 2 pools and 2 tennis courts. The condos are about 1/2 mile to the beach..

    Kuilima Estates Quick Facts:


  • Address: 57-101 Kuilima Dr,Kahuku, HI 96731
  • Reviews: 4.82 / 5.0 (from 6894 reviews)
  • Average Price: $472/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Kuilima Estates Vacation Rentals

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Kuilima Estates Average Rates


As of November 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kuilima Estates is $472. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $695, and 3 bedroom units average $1051. 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 Kuilima Estates Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An 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.

Travelers consistently love Turtle Bay/Kuilima Estates as a quiet, family‑friendly base on Oahu’s North Shore. The setting feels peaceful and green, with golf course views, birdsong, and walking paths that lead to multiple beaches and the resort area. Compared with a hotel room, the condos offer space to spread out, full kitchens, and in‑unit laundry—great for longer stays, families, and groups—and the gated community feels safe with easy parking. You’re within a short drive of food trucks, Haleiwa, Waimea Valley, Shark’s Cove, and the Polynesian Cultural Center; many guests stroll to Lei Lei’s and the resort bars for sunset.

Highlights guests mention most: location and convenience to uncrowded beaches and coastal trails; several quiet pools plus tennis/pickleball courts; well‑stocked units that often include beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkel gear, boogie boards, and coolers; and responsive hosts with clear instructions. Many condos are clean, comfortable, and recently updated, and having AC (often bedroom splits or window units) and breezy cross‑ventilation helps. You can access Turtle Bay’s public beaches and restaurants (not the hotel pools), and free or easy beach parking makes toting gear simple.

Common tradeoffs reflect that these are individually owned, older condos: quality varies, some units feel dated or show island wear (rust, peeling paint), and tropical pests occasionally appear despite good housekeeping. Air‑conditioning is typically not central—lofts can run warm and some window units are loud—so fans and trade winds matter; a few showers are small, and spiral stairs/low‑ceiling lofts can challenge light sleepers or those with mobility issues. The beach is walkable (about 5–15 minutes) but many drive with gear. Occasionally guests noted strict house rules, basic starter supplies only, minor check‑in hiccups or construction/road noise. To set yourself up for a great stay, pick a recently refreshed unit with split AC (including the loft), confirm beach gear and parking details, and request precise late‑arrival and gate instructions.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Kuilima Estates Reviews


Beautiful property with excellent location. The kitchen has more than you need to prepare meals, lots of useful and fun beach gear, and very clean. We loved our stay here!
Tabitha J.
August 2026

Great location. Everything in the listing was accurate. Would recommend this location.
Gary S.
August 2026

Rating Details: 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. Reviewer Comments: We had a nice stay at the north shore visiting our daughter. The unit was very comfortable and even though it was the middle of July and hot, the A/C units kept us cool. I would stay here again. Thanks
Cindy M.
August 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I always stay at the Kuilima Estates when we visit Hawaii, which is annually. Needless to say, we've stayed at more than a dozen different units. This was, by far, one of the more underwhelming units. The air conditioning in the primary bedroom is outdated and is so loud, this needs to be replaced urgently. Also, there is no closet in the primary bedroom, only a make-shift bar with hangers hung by what should be an accessible window. Basic necessities were missing: ice cube trays, beach cooler, beach umbrella. Also, a corner of the area rug in the living room is a trip hazard, either this corner needs to be fixed or change out the area rug.
Vicma P.
August 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 really enjoyed the condo. The location was great, we enjoyed the nearby restaurants. The condo was very clean and spacious. As two women we enjoyed having 2 bathrooms.
Kathy D.
August 2026

Overall, we had a fabulous stay. Condo was exactly as described. The rooms were all clean and communication was excellent. We especially appreciated the notebook and all the labeling of everything. Great job. Also we enjoyed the paper products too. We definitely would stay here again. The two chairs in the living room are a little worn, but other than that, everything else worked out perfectly.
Nee Nee C.
August 2026

Close to everything. Had a bus number 60 direct to Honolulu
SAPIR
August 2026

Family of 5. Downstairs bedroom and pull out couch in the living area. Upstairs loft with two double beds. Was comfortable and each kid had their own bed which was a big plus. We didn’t do much at the property area except hit the beach which was a little rockier than other areas of the island. Great for golfers, pool area looked nice but was consistently busy so we weren’t drawn to it.
Kevin L.
August 2026

The condo was perfect for all our needs. Adult son and girlfriend loved the loft area and thought it was perfect for the two of them. We only utilized the beach chairs but there were plenty of other things there to use during our stay. Would definitely stay there again.
Jesse M.
August 2026

Fantastic location near Turtle Bay resort. Lots of beach toys available including chairs, boogie boards, umbrellas and snorkel equipment. Comfortable for 6 people.
Joetta M.
August 2026

Nice location near a lot of beaches and has beach gear and towels as well. We enjoyed our stay. Communication was excellent and the host was attentive to our needs.
Phillip J.
August 2026

Good stay. Has everything you need. Host was on hand to deal with any issues we encountered.
Andrew C.
August 2026

Excellent condo with well functioning appliances.
Scott S.
August 2026

Perfect place to stay! First off, the north shore is the place to be. Quiet, beautiful beaches, nature. The Moss’s home was perfect for our family of five. We had everything like paper towels, laundry detergent, etc… There are four beach chairs, at least as many boogie boards and many snorkel masks. No need to buy or rent beach equipment. The AC had a tough time reaching the sleeping loft but that’s because of the high ceilings. There are many fans so my boys sleeping there were quite comfortable despite the heat.Plenty of cooking supplies and the Foodlandz grocery story is well equipped. The place is so clean and very well located to get to great beaches.
Melissa B.
August 2026

Highly recommend, would come back. The condo literally has everything! Cooking supplies, everything for the beach, beach towels, boogie boards, sand toys, beach chairs. Wonderful outdoor seating on the golf course. You can walk to the beach, Ritz for drinks/dinner/live music. There are walking paths by the ritz that is public property, saw turtles, seals, so much wild life. The condo is exactly as described, so much space, clean and felt relaxed. The outdoor pool was steps away, also very clean with outdoor grills.
Heather K.
August 2026

We enjoy the North Shore but it can be difficult to find a rental near the town of Haleiwa. So I started looking at rentals within the Turtle Bay complex to be near a cluster of amenities without driving far for every meal or beach visit. The condos just outside the resort were a great solution, keeping us within walking distance of the beach and restaurants. This condo is situated on, I believe, Hole 1 of the Fazio golf course. It is currently closed for work so people would go for morning walks along the paths. It's a 5 minute drive to the beach at the resort, and if you are early enough, can easily grab a parking space for beach visitors. Later in the day gets a little harder so you can also walk from the condo. There are plenty of beach supplies at the condo, if you need them: towels, snorkeling equipment, etc. We loved seeing the turtle and monk seal!The condo itself is stocked with all sorts of supplies. Keurig and drip coffee makers, rice cookers, toaster, all cooking utensils. I would just suggest adding a cocktail shaker to the inventory! Plenty of extra towels and pillows tucked away in the bedroom. We would enjoy our coffee each morning on the back patio.Resort offers different dining options plus a small market. There's a lobby bar with the BEST view! Be sure not to miss this beautiful space! We would definitely stay here again for our North Shore visits. Thank you Helena for your great communication throughout and a thoughtfully stocked space.
Tammy L.
August 2026

The accomodation is very nice and spaceous. We used the beach chairs and umbrellas. At the pool is a grill. You have to make the fire with coal. Fortunately there where others which made the fire. The accomodation is in walking distance to the turtle beach (indeed, we saw no turtles there). The bed is very comfortable and the bedsofa was good for our 2 kids. Mahalo
Roland B.
August 2026

Clean and comfortable condo close to the beach with everything you need!! The host was great answered any questions right away with no delay. If you are looking for a nice condo that is relaxing with a great view this is the place to stay.
Josh D.
August 2026

We just wanted to say how much we absolutely loved staying in this condo. The location was perfect, and the place itself was spotless — genuinely the cleanest accommodation we’ve ever stayed in (and we’re quite particular!).Everything was so thoughtfully equipped, from the high‑quality cooking gear to the beach items and the lovely body wash and shampoo. It all made our stay incredibly comfortable.A true gem of a property and a wonderful place to stay. Thank you for creating such a fantastic experience.
Juliana B.
July 2026

Absolute gem! Highest of praise for this rental. Wonderful quality for value price and location. Usually Hawaiian rentals tend to feel well-used, this place felt new, well taken care of and perfectly clean. Check in was simple and the whole process was well communicated. It had everything we needed and nothing we didn’t. The place was more spacious than we expected based on the photos, and comfortably fit our family of six. Our boys loved the bunks in the living room and access to play in the grass. We enjoyed sipping tea and reading on the lanai. The primary bedroom was extremely comfortable with just the right amount of storage for a week long vacation. The decor was adorable and the kitchen and outdoor activities are well supplied. It’s a ten minute walk to the Ritz hotel, golf course and public beach access. Turtle bay beach was crowded, but we did see turtles! Must visit places if you are able to book this accommodation: Luckys for breakfast, coffee and matcha; Seven Brothers (best fries and onion rings ever!); Jax Pizza; fresh poke at foodland; Saylors for coffee; Ted’s Bakery; Kuilima Farms for local produce and fried bananas. Sunrise Shack was pretty good for their papaya bowl and bullet coffees, but the service was not the best. Kawela Bay was by far our favorite beach for its beauty, small amount of visitors, easy parking, large trees for protection from sun and rain, and lots of turtles! Sharks Cove and Three Tables were the best spots for snorkeling.
sinead b.
July 2026

We had an amazing stay at this condo. Everything you could want or need! Turtle Bay is beautiful and a great location for all things North Shore at a reasonable price. Fully stocked kitchen, beach chairs, snorkeling equipment, beach towels, boogie boards, cooler...Everything! The condo is updated, clean and comfortable.
Thescs D.
July 2026

This was a great place to stay- highly recommend- super close to the ritz Carlton and turtle bay beach. Only negatives were there was no shampoo or conditioner provided which was annoying and it would have been nice if there were just a few pantry staples like salt and pepper, sugar… also the bbq is charcoal. Overall though I would stay here again!
Anne
July 2026

The condo was nice and nearby beach. Would definitely stay again. Thank you for hosting us!
Israel
July 2026

This unit was perfect for our family of 4. We loved the location right on the golf course so the kids could run around on the lawn while we sat on the screened lanai and had a drink. Also a super quick walk to the resort and beach for sunset!Everything in the unit was updated and very clean, and loved that the pull out couch was already made with sheets and a blanket as soon as we pulled it out. We would definitely stay here again.
Sarah Z.
July 2026

Clean, quiet, great pool. Wonderful spot for a vacation! Recommend this unit and location of you are interested in a layouts back experience. Lots to do on the north shore.
Bryna L.
July 2026

We had a wonderful stay! Host was very helpful & responsive. Smooth check in & an easy, no stress check out. Great location! Access to Turtle Bay was very convenient. Plenty of kitchen items to cook what we wanted to. We loved our first visit to Hawaii! Thanks for providing a nice, cozy condo for me & my kids!
Darcy F.
July 2026

Wonderful condo for our family. It was clean, well stocked, and had many beach equipment options. Great location close to North Shore beaches. Would stay here again!
Carolyn Q.
July 2026

Exceptional stay. The home was spotless, well stocked, and in a perfect location. Everything we needed was provided, and we'd definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stephanie P.
July 2026

Check in process and instructions required more details
Jerome
July 2026

We loved our Condo, the pictures are completely accurate and it’s very comfortable to stay in. It’s amazing just to go down to the Ritz. We used all the restaurants/ beach which the hospitality was amazing! Take a walk past the stables and go down to hidden Beach. We saw sea turtles on the beach there.
Amy B.
July 2026

This was a great home for our trip. The AC worked very well in the bedroom, living roomand loft. Each area has it's own unit. It was very clean and tidy. The view of the golf course is pretty, and just a short little walk over to the beach. It's a great location for the north shore. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks.
Marc I.
July 2026

Great property.
Jessica W.
July 2026

We had a great stay! The location is ideal for the North Shore. There are several beach items for use, such as chairs, body boards, cooler, umbrella and beach toys. The beds are comfortable and the unit provided the right amount of space for our family.
Christina K.
July 2026

We had a great time at the Turtle Bay condo. The location was great and a short walk to Lei Lei's restaurant as well as the beach next to the Ritz. Being close to things like Waimea and Haleiwa was great. We did not spend much time on the beach there as we spent most of our time exploring the island. The pool was nice for a quick dip, but not really somewhere we hung out. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals which was really nice to eat in some to save some . The beds and showers were great and having the snorkel gear was a huge plus. Helena was very helpful with anything we needed before and during out stay. We loved the North Shore and would definitely stay at this unit again in the future.
Christopher N.
July 2026

Beautiful and clean.
John Lindland L.
July 2026

Beyond impressed with this property….very comfortable beds, efficient A/C, fully stocked kitchen with all the necessary appliances and more! Close proximity to the pool and an easy walk to the beach! This property exceeded our expectations and made for a wonderful family holiday! Ma halo!!
Jill I.
July 2026

Great location! The property had a great layout for our family. Nothing fancy but all the necessities. Very quick to Turtle Bay.
Corey M.
July 2026

Excellent. Location couldn’t be better, host was responsive even though we had no questions because the instructions were very clear. Would definitely come back. Everything was perfect.
Hedda
July 2026

Check-in was smooth. Home was pretty clean but not in the shape we had hoped for. Great location though.
Nicolle B.
July 2026

This home was perfect for our family! We loved the location and it was so easy to walk to Turtle bay resort to go to the beach! While we were here the tennis courts were being resurfaced (but that couldn’t be helped!) this home has everything you would need! The hosts are amazing about communicating everything you would need. It’s so nice and clean and comfortable. I would totally stay here again!
Shannon G.
July 2026

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Jennifer D.
July 2026

We enjoyed 3 nights to check out the North Shore of Oahu. It’s very convenient to several beaches, tons of food trucks and a grocery store. Property had everything we needed. We would definitely book this property again.
Lois A.
July 2026

We had a wonderful stay at the condo. The check-in was easy. House rules were reasonable and easy to follow. Clean and well maintained with good use of space
Tene T.
July 2026

Great condo! Very well stocked and very comfortable.
Janet T.
July 2026

Great location and great host.
Lars U.
July 2026

This was an absolutely beautiful property in a great location. We will definitely recommend to others and hopefully stay again in the future!

July 2026

This house was amazing and so perfect for our trip! Everything we needed was there to help ensure a great stay!
Lisa B.
July 2026

We had an excellent visit and appreciated the cleanliness of the condo. Very nicely decorated and was great to have beach wagon, chairs, etc.,,
Jenni H.
July 2026

Host was quick to respond with some issues we were having with the tv. Great place for two couples and loved the extra snorkel gear & chairs that the host provided. Thank you!
Hope A.
July 2026

Light sleepers might have trouble - even though this is an upstairs corner unit, the road noise made for difficult sleep.
Jen G.
July 2026


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