5.0
kapa'a rental - great beach house!
We loved our stay at this Kapa'a, Kauai house. This is a true beach house and not a new, modern place. But we loved the ocean breezes that kept the house cool, the well-stocked kitchen, and the lovely, deep front porch. The layout worked for us and each bedroom had its own bathroom. We were provided with beach chairs, an umbrella, and towels, as well as snorkeling equipment. The house is only about 7 miles from the airport and near the old town of Kapa'a so there were lots of shops, coffee spots, and restaurants/food trucks close by. There is also a nice walking/running path along the coast that is quickly accessible. I would rent this house again in a second. (The rental is handled by an agency and communication is not through the VRBO app once you book. This caused us some confusion initially.)
Submitted by Silver Spring MD on Mar 15, 2026
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your lovely review! We're very happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you visit us again soon! Aloha!
5.0
had a great stay
Special appreciation to the staff at the rental office. They were so responsive, friendly, and helpful.
Submitted by Seattle WA on Jan 12, 2026
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your lovely review! We're very happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you visit us again soon! Aloha!
4.0
great porch breeze
The house was in the perfect location for island adventuring. It was a bit warm during the day inside but the porch offered a continuous breeze and was our go to spot when relaxing. The beach and walking trail were a stone’s throw away. Lots of family memories made! Now having withdrawals from Wailau Shave Ice....the BEST!
Submitted by Youngsville LA on Aug 12, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear that the home’s location was ideal for your island adventures. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more island fun. Aloha!
5.0
island getaway
The front yard was perfect for family gatherings, volleyball and soccer games. We had a full party of 8 and everyone had space, 3 private bathrooms, and a large functional kitchen. We had access to a washer and dryer which allowed us to stay on top of towels, bathing suits, etc. Great lawn chairs and beach accessories provided which was amazing. We had a fabulous time at this house and its close proximity to the beach was fantastic. Definitely would stay there again
Submitted by Hutto TX on Aug 07, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your thoughtful review! We’re so happy to hear that the home was such a great fit for your group. We’d love to welcome you back for another fabulous island getaway! Aloha!
5.0
perfect family hime
The house was perfect for our family of eight. It had everything we needed plus more. Great central location and easy access to any place on the island. Definitely recommend!!
Submitted by Smithfield UT on Jun 26, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your lovely review! We're so happy the home was a perfect fit for your family. We would love to welcome you back anytime! Aloha!
5.0
great location, tons of space, great yard
The vacation house was wonderful - plenty of space, having 3bd/3ba was amazing, and the kitchen was fully stocked. Thank you for providing so many amenities - laundry detergent, plenty of dishes / pots and pans, snorkels, towels, beach chairs. Felt fully fully on vacation w/o having to worry about any amenities. Highly recommend!
Submitted by Newcastle WA on May 31, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear the home was a great fit for your vacation. We appreciate the recommendation, and we’d love to welcome you back again anytime! Aloha!
5.0
fabulous location
The central location was amazing! It made it so easy to get to activities all over the island. Grocery store, restaurants, and shopping super close by. It was a little warm without air conditioning but lots of fans and the breeze off the water kept the nights very comfortable! Appreciated the beach chairs and umbrella for our beach days. The house was very clean and in a quiet neighborhood! Would definitely stay here again!
Submitted by Riverdale UT on May 11, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re Happy you enjoyed the central location and found it easy to explore the island. We would love to welcome you back anytime! Aloha!
4.0
staying at hale niu? it's great, but have realistic expectations.
The property is a decent size, but looks larger in the photos. The kitchen has everything you need to make full meals. The foldout sofa downstairs has a note that due to rust it cannot be used, but there are still three bedrooms and a total of one king, two queens and two twin beds throughout the house. The pillows and mattresses are VERY firm. The shower in the master is smaller than I expected. The carpet needs to be replaced. There was food trash under the bed in the master. The sliding door in the kitchen does not open fully. That said, the place is spacious and beautiful and it is very close to the beach. You can see the ocean behind the house across the street, and right around the corner is the beach. However, the actual beach access point is at least a five minute walk down the street. There is a cement wall and rock barrier that restricts you from walking on the sand for at least a block. You may have to sleep with the windows open if you are used to central air, and you may need to pack ear plugs because Kauai is full of roosters that crow all day and night. The house is for sale, so I understand why not much is being spent on it, though. It's still on paradise and centrally located to a lot that Kauai has to offer. I'd stay there again.
Submitted by San Antonio TX on Feb 09, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo for your detailed review. We're glad you enjoyed the spaciousness and location of the home. We apologize for the inconveniences you mentioned and we will look into improving them. We’d love to welcome you back! Aloha!
5.0
kapaa family vacation
Easy key and entry access. Location is excellent.
Submitted by Selah WA on Jan 29, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo for your review! We hope you had a wonderful time on your family vacation and would love to welcome you back again in the future! Aloha!
5.0
perfect location!
As a family of 8 we preferred to eat most of our meals at home. This house had lots of good cookware.
At the beginning of the oceanside bike trail, we rented bikes for the week and absolutely loved it. This house was perfect for grandparents and grandchildren. Very easy, central location.
Submitted by Kalispell MT on Jan 21, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re pleased to hear that the house worked well for your family. We’d love to host you all again for another perfect stay! Aloha!
4.0
kauai kids & grandkids
great location and nice home with lots of room to hangout.home is also for sale.across the street from the ocean.
Submitted by Sacramento CA on Jan 21, 2025
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your review! We’re so glad to hear that the home was a great fit for your family and that you enjoyed the spacious layout. If you’re ever back on Kauai, we’d love to welcome you again! Aloha!
5.0
vacation 2024
The location was great for all of the activities that we planned. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Will be using Kauai Vacation Rentals again.
Submitted by Denver NC on Oct 08, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re pleased to hear that our location was perfect for your planned activities and that our staff made your stay enjoyable. We look forward to welcoming you back to for your next adventure! Aloha!
5.0
great place for adult families
We really enjoyed this property, not only is Kapa'a a great central location to the island making it easy to go north, south or west but it is small and pleasant. This house is spacious, clean and uncluttered. It may be dated a bit but it is clean and that is what matters. Most places are dated as it is hard and expensive to get materials to the islands. There are a couple of items needing to be fixed, like the sliding door and a couple of windows but these would not keep from renting again. Having 3 bedrooms w/ 3 bathrooms was key to having 6 adults in the house. The house stays very cool with the fans and louvered windows, being close to the shore allows a lot of cool ocean air to flow in. Having parking was a huge plus too. The home is up for sale, if it were to still be a rental we would look to use it again in the future.
Submitted by Beaverton OR on Jul 10, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you Enjoyed your stay and found our property spacious, clean, and well-suited for adult families. We'll certainly address the issues with the sliding door and windows to enhance the experience for future guests. We're glad you appreciated the central location in Kapa'a, making it easy to explore all parts of the island. We would love to welcome you back in the future. Aloha!
5.0
hale nui
The home was perfect for our group and Kauai Rentla was available and attentive
thanks for a great vacation!
Submitted by Sandpoint ID on May 16, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that the home was perfect for your group. It was our pleasure to help make your vacation great, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay. Aloha!
5.0
lovely place to stay
Super helpful staff, easy communication, simple check in and out. We enjoyed our time at this home. Had all the basics. Nice to have washer and dryer. Beautiful lanai had out door shower for sandy beach feet. Comfortable and cozy bedrooms. We absolutely love Kaua’i and everything it has to offer! 10/10
Submitted by Plain City UT on May 02, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your fantastic review! We're delighted that you had such a lovely stay. We’re Happy that you love Kaua’i as much as we do and hope to welcome you back for another stay soon. Aloha!
5.0
a lovely property. clean, well-furnished, and ideal location.
Working with Kauai Vacation Rentals was a wonderful experience. The place my Ohana stayed in was lovely, well furnished, ideal location and exactly as described. This was a special experience for my people. Some here for the first time, others as retuning to The Island. For a larger group like ours (10) it was simply excellent.
Submitted by Shell Lake WI on Mar 25, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your kind review! We're so glad to hear that your Ohana had a special experience. We will pass along the kudos to our team. We look forward to welcoming you all back for more memorable stays in the future. Aloha!
5.0
great place
This property has a great location and accommodated 3 adult couples and 2 children ages 10 and12. Everyone had the their own bed and we 100 yards from the ocean. Kapaa is centrally located and worked well as location for the house. We enjoyed it!
Submitted by Lewiston ID on Mar 15, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your review! We’re delighted to hear that the property’s location and layout were a great fit for your group and that everyone had a comfortable stay. We’re glad you had a great time and hope to welcome you back for another visit in the future. Aloha!
5.0
really enjoyed our stay!
Great location to access everything on the Island. Two very good swimming beaches within 10 minutes. This house is also right next to the beach walk and every morning a good walk was a most delightful way to start the day. I had a couple questions before we arrived and the folks at Kauai Vacation Rentals were friendly, helpful and responsive.
Submitted by Winthrop WA on Feb 19, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We're so Happy to hear you Enjoyed the location and took advantage of the nearby beaches and beach walk. We hope to welcome you back for another delightful stay soon. Aloha!
5.0
perfect for our large family
This house is in a great central location so one head to Hanalei (north shore) or out west to Waimea Canyon with ease. Close to lots of restaurants, food trucks, beaches and shopping. I loved that there was plenty of parking and no need to worry about finding a spot. Lovely neighborhood and friendly neighbors. The house was fully stocked with plenty kitchen equipment, towels and blankets. BBQ grill was very handy. We stayed with our adult children (& spouses) and having three bathrooms was wonderful. So close to the beach, we got up every morning and walked down to watch the sun rise. The rental company also left us some complimentary tote bags, cooler bags and welcome treats. Overall, we were very pleased and we rent this property again.
Submitted by Traverse City MI on Feb 17, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that the house was perfect for your family. Watching the sunrise at the beach sounds like a beautiful way to start your days. We’d love to welcome you and your family back for another memorable stay. Aloha!
5.0
very satisfied and happy about rental
The home was very spacious and relaxing; we would definitely rent it again. The location is around the short corner to the ocean, very, very comfortable. It was nice to sit out on the porch, and to also hear the waves at night. Loved it!
Submitted by Costa Mesa CA on Feb 01, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you found the home spacious and relaxing. We would love to welcome you back for another Enjoyable stay. Aloha!
4.0
great location with lots of room.
It was a great place for out group of 8 people whom stayed together and very centerak to everything.
Not all the beds were comfortabl... Two of the beds on the main floor were awesome, but the others not so much.
Submitted by Cole Harbour NS, Canada on Jan 14, 2024
Response from Kauai Vacation Rentals & Real Estate, Inc.
Mahalo nui loa for your review! We're glad to hear that the location was great for your group and that you Enjoyed the spaciousness of the property. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future. Aloha!
5.0
wonderful stay!
We had a wonderful stay! The home was perfect for our family; it had all the things we needed and some fun extras too, like sand toys and beach chairs. My grandkids enjoyed the large front lawn to run around in and the location to the beach and restaurants was great! We could walk to multiple places to eat. The home was clean and well kept. We had no complaints at all!
Submitted by Melba ID on Sep 27, 2023
5.0
great, cozy place near the beach
A very cozy place in a nice neighborhood just around the corner from a beach walk to town. Several choices of beach along the way, our family spent a lot of time on these. The town is a little funky but nice, great shave ice and poke. House itself could use a little fixing up but we’ll laid out with big yard in front of wide porch and wide kitchen area. The fans were just barely adequate to sleep at nite, house could get a little warm. The rental agency very easy to find and deal with, no hidden fees or runaround.
Submitted by Oakland CA on Aug 15, 2023
5.0
fabulous family vacation
We had a great time in Kauai. The VRBO was great, plenty of space for all 9 of us. It was a short walk to the beach every morning to watch the sunrise with a cup of coffee and walking distance to the town to shop. The kitchen was fully stocked and the lanai had plenty of seating for everyone. Great place to stay.
Submitted by Palm Desert CA on Jul 12, 2023
5.0
beach house on private quiet street
Very close to the beach and walking/ bike trail. Lots of room and space to make your self comfortable. All amenities close by.
Submitted by Temecula CA on Jun 14, 2023
5.0
great family vacation home
We rented Hale Niu an inter generational family vacation. This rental location was a perfect match for us. We had coffee every morning at the sea wall, a 2 minute walk from our house. Watch dolphins and whales every day. Walking distance to grocery stores and other shopping as needed. The walking/bike path along the sea wall was used every day for short and long walks. The home itself, although obviously a little older was clean and had everything we needed. The kitchen was well equipped with dishes etc. It would have been nice to have perhaps have little things like salt and pepper. It was wonderful to have access to lawn chairs, snorkeling equipment, laundry and bbq. The large treed front yard gave us great privacy. KVR service was amazing. Prompt communication before and during our visit. The check in and check out was super easy and efficient. The bbq tank was empty but they were prompt in sending over someone to change it over. The location of Hale Niu was wonderful. Close to the water, and Kapaa is centrally located on the island. Everything on the island can be done on a short excursion.
Submitted by Rocky Mountain House AB, Canada on Jan 28, 2023
5.0
perfect for our family.
House and location were ideal. We had 8 people including two young boys. We were 1 block to ocean and about. 5 minute walk to a beach. Centrally located between the north shore and south shore, we explored the island. Perfect.
Submitted by Appleton WI on Oct 12, 2022
5.0
location location location hale niu-kapaa
First time staying on this side of the island. The location was great. Property description and Pictures are accurate. Although no A/C that did not bother us. Lots of breezes coming thru especially at night. We figured that it was because we were close to the ocean. Peekaboo ocean view. 1 block from local beach. Home located 1 mile from center of Kapaa Town. You can walk along bike/walking path that is parallel to the ocean to get to Kapaa Town. Beautiful and enjoyable walk. 1 mile to Coconut Marketplace in the other direction. Its walkable but along the highway. The home was perfect for our group. The porch and lawn were the favorite parts of the house. Plenty of room to spread out in the house as well. The kitchen was organized a bit odd but we worked with it. Towels galore and beach stuff too. Although the umbrella needs replacing. Everyone we spoke with at the property mgt were so friendly and helpful. It was great we did not have to have a large chore in the exit cleaning. Most places have such specific strict rules of remove bedding etc. This place was easy exit. We were amazed we did not have to run the dishwasher upon exiting or put bedding in bathtub. We would TOTALLY recommend this vacation rental! Families would love the lawn for kids to burn off energy and the beach being so close. Although there is no lifeguard, we feel it is safe enough. Our group was a Hula Halau on Retreat from Washington State and the lawn was perfect for practicing. We met a couple of the neighbors and they were welcoming and friendly and even enjoyed watching us practice. One even invited us to Kauai Beach Resort to listen to music as he is a musician there and invited us to do a impromptu dance there. Best breakfast= Kountry Kitchen. ( Go early as there is always a wait) Dinner=Lemongrass Grill.Shave Ice= Wailua Shave Ice. Safeway, Starbucks, Subway, McDonalds even Ross Dress for Less, in walking distance less than 10 minutes away.
Mahalo Kauai Vacation Rentals. We loved it
Submitted by Monroe WA on Aug 03, 2022
5.0
great for the family
We had 3 generations of family staying together at Hale Niu. We all had our own space (and bathroom!) and enjoyed being close to town and the beach. We made memories to last a lifetime.
Submitted by Vancouver BC, Canada on May 15, 2022
5.0
this beach house has everything!
This house had everything we could want. A fully equipped kitchen, close to a very nice beach that was almost private, a nice screened in patio and a nice big yard. It had a bathroom for each bedroom (3). We loved this house!
Submitted by Upland CA on May 07, 2022
5.0
bliss
Great house. All amenities available, cool breezes kept the house cool. Centerally located to the north/south sides of Kaua'i. The ocean was a block away and a beach within walking distance. Great sunrises. A very comfortable house. It could use some maintenance
Submitted by Petaluma CA on Apr 27, 2022
5.0
great vacation in good location
I took my family on a bucket-list vacation- 2 grand daughters included. The house was an older, slightly funky, roomy home. We're the type of people who don't need luxury and refinements. Who vacations in Hawaii and spends much time inside when there's so much to do outside? Kapaa is a great area. A paved beach trail runs outside the house. The baby beach was a hit with my grand kids. The property management company was great, and stayed in constant contact about payment,check-in procedures, etc. If I owned a rental home I'd use them myself.
Submitted by Grants Pass OR on Mar 24, 2022
5.0
fantastic home
My family -granparents, parents, 2 kids (under 7) rented this home. The location is a short walk to a family beach - perfect for littles! - and a short drive to a beach with a life guard. It's so easy to walk around and there's a great walk/bike path for you to enjoy a stroll on. We had enough space that we could be alone when we wanted and enough space to be together when we wanted! The kitchen is meant for someone who will actually cook - they actually have utensils and bowls and pans! which is so nice because so many places have a bowl, a spatula, and a pan and they call it stocked, when that's not enough for a single person to cook let alone a family! We easily got around the island from this location and we would come back in a heartbeat!
Submitted by Santa Clarita CA on Mar 08, 2022
5.0
kauai vacation
This was great property. It was clean and very comfortable. It really contributed to making our vacation special. The check in and out was easy. I would recommend this property to others. Hope to return in the future.
Submitted by Camarillo CA on Jan 07, 2022
5.0
home away from home!
We were very pleased with this truly Hawaiian home. While not as slick and fancy as the newer condos available, it accommodated 7 family and friends very comfortably. It was also moderately priced. There was comfortable seating between the two dining areas, room to watch TV, for which we had no need, and an incredibly stocked kitchen, even for Thanksgiving cooking! We also were entertained by the various mother hens and chicks and other local birdlife. While the ocean views were very narrow, only 1/2 block away was the long walkway along the shore.
Restaurants and shopping are within walking distance and everything we wanted to do was not far away.
Submitted by West Sacramento CA on Dec 06, 2021
5.0
house with ocean breeze
This house has plenty of ocean breeze, A/C is not needed. We really enjoyed the lanai, kitchen, and the location. It is very close to the ocean and able to walk to it within a minute. We saw a beautiful and unforgettable sunrise one morning. The coconut trees in front of the house are also beautiful.
There is a walking path for people and bicycle in front of the house. One morning we saw Santa was walking in front of the house. Apparently it is his walking route.
The house is prefect for a family. Beach chairs, a cooler, beach umbrellas, and boogie boards were there for use. The kitchen is well equipped even with a high power blender, rice cooker, and crockpot.
Submitted by North Tustin CA on Nov 30, 2021
5.0
amazing
Amazing, couldn’t have asked for a better place to spend our time together.
Submitted by Pittsfield VT on Oct 19, 2021
5.0
the perfect house
We would stay here again every visit. The house was bigger than expected and nicer than pictured. The huge yard in a quiet neighborhood was exactly what we had hoped for. A walk across the street to baby beach every day was perfect for the kids.
Submitted by Beaverton OR on Sep 27, 2021