John P.
August 2024
Positives: View of the ocean from condo was spectacular. Location close to pool was great. Living area was adequate. Had ceiling and stand alone fans throughout. Negatives: No air conditioning. Bottom of bath tub had rust area. Rust around faucet handles in master bathroom. Door to condo would slam if not held to close.
Velkis T.
July 2024
Rented unit 7202, it was my first and last time renting thru VRBO.
First of all, I live on a neighboring island, and I have I do condo cleaning part time. With that said, I know when a unit is clean just by the smell.
When I opened the door my heart sank. Everywhere I looked was dirty. I couldn't believe what I was seeing. Checked the beds, and the linens had hair on them, drool on pillow cases, and smelled dirty. Anyone can tell when sheets are washed and when they smell like someone has slept in them. That was just the beginning of the grossness we had to deal with.
The bathrooms were disgusting. Toilet seats were gross, and the master bathroom one had poop smeared on the bottom. The sink had hair stuck on the faucet and the sink from shaving. The shower had hair all over and moldy looking spots all over. Everything was sticky, and I went into cleaning mode because the owner wasn't answering the phone. I wanted to start cleaning, except their really weren't many cleaning supplies in the unit. We had to go to Foodland in princeville to buy cleaning supplies. My friend and I both cleaned for almost 3 hours that night. It was after 10 p.m., and we were still cleaning. The owner finally called me back and said she personally cleaned the unit for 2 days straight. I told her it was obviously not true. She lied and lied and even screamed at me. We had to wash everything because we felt so grossed out. The next day, the owner called me again when we were out on a drive, tryin
Ashley M.
May 2024
Mold everywhere!!!
The following were all dirty and/or moldy:
- Pillow cases and pillows had black mold on them (bed and couch pillows)
- Towels in each bathroom were dirty, not even close to clean
- Toilets were disgusting
- Overall bathrooms were dirty
- SHeets and towels covering furniture in the living room
- Entire unit smelt of mold right when we walked in
Ended taking pictures and videos, leaving the unit immediately, contacted the owner, filed a claim/complaint with VRBO and fought to get our money back. We lost two days of our trip dealing with this situation and spent money on hotels until we could find another Condo to rent in Kapaa.
We rent via VRBO all the time and glad they were able to refund our money after such a terrible experience.
DO NOT RENT this unit, the owner was just as awful to deal with as the inconveniences of the entire situation.
amber b.
February 2024
Beautiful oceanfront view(saw tons of whales) great location, roomy, perfect for 3 people. Kitchen is very tight for more than one person at a time.. we had to wash all dishes before use(very dirty) and there were crumbs in all the drawers, other than that, things were pretty clean. The pool is freezing cold(unheated) and there's no hot tub. Close to a food store and small village- tons of beautiful beaches really close by.
Sheila L.
December 2023
Neither VRBO or the property owner advised us that the unit we rented and paid for was unavailable until we called to check before we were to fly to Kauai. It cost us over $1,000 to remake necessary travel arrangements to return home. We will never recommend VRBO!
Silvio B.
November 2022
Pretty little appartement with sea view.
Rebecca A.
October 2022
We enjoyed staying at this property so much. It was in a perfect, quiet location and the view was breathtaking. Couldn't have asked for a better time! The host was easy to contact and was helpful. Easy check in and out process. Loved it!
Cindy T.
October 2022
We had a wonderful time, the location and the amenities made for a Great Vacation for all!
Sharon N.
September 2022
Loved the view of the ocean from the deck, living room and bedrooms. Pool was really great. We met a lot of great people at the pool. Many come back every year. Location was perfect. Mi utes to a golf course with mountain and ocean views. Close to many beaches. So many great food trucks. Condo needs a few upgrades but it has everything we needed. Includes parking, washer & dryer, dishwasher, 3 tvs, good wifi, good water pressure, closets with hangers, beach towels, toilet paper, and beach chairs.
Marilou W.
September 2022
It’s not thoroughly clean. All the fans are so dusty it’s blowing dust. The Kitchen & the Masters Shower is too small my husband is tall he has to bend to take a shower & the door is blocking the towel rack. The Living Room sofa is covered with a material so we have to spray with Lysol.No AC. Overall this condo needs a thorough renovating. Other than that Amazing Oceanfront View
Sandra P.
July 2022
Property owner extremely rude and unprofessional. The tub has a huge rust stain, the shower door was unhinged, the television in the living room was not working unless you played with the electrical outlet. The dryer has a high pitch noise so if you want to sleep avoid using at night. The bed mattress’s are old and hurt our backs. The fans in the living room and bedrooms were very dirty. The hallway light and living room lights did not work.
Alisha R.
July 2022
If you don’t mind no a/c and dated furniture then this condo is a gem! Kitchen has everything you need to cook meals, beds were comfy. The Oceanview is super nice and my kids loved the pool which was always mellow and never crowded.
Jenni P.
June 2022
The view here was awesome. I've stayed at Alli Kai twice before, so am familiar with the units. Even though it did mention this in the ad, I was a bit surprised that there literally was no spices or anything you would cook with other than salt and pepper. I've never seen this, so if you like to cook, either be prepared to buy every basic spice/herb or go without. Also, we were provided with 3 spoons. After quite a bit of searching, I found a stash a silverware in the very back of a lower cabinet, so just pulled a few spoons from there.
The master bed was comfortable, with the guest bed being a bit soft. It got uncomfortable after a few days. There's no AC, but they do provide plenty of floor fans. Rooms do get a bit warm in the afternoon though.
2nd bathroom is really where the most updates could be had. The towel racks fell down every time a towel was grabbed, until we just left it on the floor. The tub of the shower had pink staining, and what looked to be scratches or minor cracks. Water pressure was good.
Proximity to the pool was fantastic. Overall, I wouldn't choose to stay in this particular unit again unless the things I mention above are addressed. If you're on a budget though, this is probably good enough for the price with the view.
Sheldine R.
June 2022
The view is amazing and best thing about this condo.
Melissa G.
May 2022
The property had beautiful views and was very spacious with everything you'd need to feel at home in the kitchen and around the house. Note that there is not air conditioning which, in April, was pretty brutal. They have numerous fans around the house. The unit could use some general updating but is perfectly serviceable.
Marci M.
May 2022
Great location in the North shore. Walking distance to sea lodge and queens bath Right above Turtle Cove but wasn't sure how to get down there So close to Hanalei ( drive). Great view. Very comfortable
Clay G.
May 2022
This property was in a fantastic spot in Princeville, super close to Queen's Bath, Anini Beach, and Hanalei Town. Check in was super easy. The owners were available as needed for any questions and they were very kind. It was nice to have some beach gear on hand in the outdoor closet. Parking was right in front of the unit. We saw whales in the morning from the lanai. Loved our stay!
Larry D.
April 2022
Great location, so so condition. Views are amazing, location is good. Interior is very dated. TV remotes don’t work right. Only way to turn on is unplug TV each time to get on. Also door key is worn out, difficult to remove key from door. With a little updates and maintenance could be a great place.
Lynne G.
March 2022
Amazing views from a quiet and gorgeous location with helpful hosts. What more could you want?
Peter C.
January 2022
We had a good experience here. The property was as described and met our needs well during our time on Kauai. It could use a few updates and some minor maintenance but overall we are very satisfied. Thank you!
Marlene B.
January 2022
This place is peaceful and beautiful! The balcony and all bedroom windows look out over the ocean. You can keep the windows open and hear the ocean all night. I spent a lot of soothing time sitting on the balcony, listening to the ocean and the gentle rain, and seeing the rainbows that frequently appeared. So beautiful and healing.
Nic J.
January 2022
Great location and amazing ocean views. The rooms were clean and well decorated but fairly basic. Only compliant is some of the kitchen utensils should be updated.
Shannon O.
November 2021
great response from the owner on any issues or information.
decor could be updated but all in all . loved it and would book again.
James D.
October 2021
We showed up and the place wasn't cleaned, we arrived late so we had to wash our own sheets before finally getting some sleep. Following day made contact and she thought we came on the following day, no big deal and was suppose to return cleaning fund which she did but the person who dropped money off was suppose to clean. We showed up later that evening with nothing touched. We once again had to wash all the towels, dishes, counters and oven. Overall this place is dirty, beat down and needs a lot of things fixed. Watch your hands on the door, slams very hard, the door closer is broken and looks very old. Can't put more then 3 outfits or 3 towels in washer or it stops and you gotta keep watching it. Overall we weren't too happy, at least the beds are comfy, nice view of ocean from bed and have hot water with little pressure. Next door where my sister stayed building 6 is much much nicer, this place is in building 7. The cliffs is also a lot better choice, other family stayed there for not much more. We won't be back.
Alison P.
October 2021
Agree with the other reviews that this condo is in a great location and has beautiful views. We really enjoyed the Princeville area and the lush grounds and the condo was peaceful. For the cost we didn't mind that it is "tired" and needs attention but it lacked cleanliness, which you shouldn't have to compromise on, no matter the rate. The kitchen and bathrooms were clean, which is what is most important, but the rest of the condo was dirty. It was incredibly dusty - you could see it on lamp shades and a lot of the decor, and fans (actually had to wipe off the ceiling fan in the main bedroom so we could use it). The lamp shades were dingy and stained and the blanket tossed on the couch (being used as a cover) was dirty. The condo doesn't look quite like the pictures because of the coverings on the furniture; it looks sloppy. The kitchen utensils, cups, etc., are random and inadequate. If this isn't important to someone then I think most people will enjoy this condo. We spent all of our time outside on the nice lanai when we were actually there and were able to ignore the things mentioned.
Keith F.
September 2021
The property is conventionally located in princeville with access to many beach’s. Great food close by. Clean property for a relaxing stay
Kimberly P.
September 2021
This has to be one of the nicest spots to stay in Princeville. The view of the ocean is so nice and you can basically see the sunrise from your bedroom. I felt as though it was better in person than the pictures showed.
I was worried about no air conditioning but me and my sister were actually cold some nights with the fans we had in the rooms. The giant mirror in the living room was also a nice plus. Would absolutely stay at this location again if given the opportunity.
Susanna J.
September 2021
This VRBO was perfect for the first half of our trip in Kauai. It was a good size, and the ocean views from every room were a nice touch.
Nancy F.
August 2021
This property is right on the cliff with a great ocean view! It is a little older and well used but a great value for a vacation in Kauai.
The condo had all the amenities that are needed and we definitely enjoyed the quiet and expansive ocean views on the lanai. Thank you for a great week!
Ryan R.
August 2021
To preface, I am a VRBO owner myself so I am reviewing how I would want my property reviewed if it was anything but 5 stars.
Pros: By far the location, Google maps makes this easy to find, view of the ocean is fantastic, secluded beach trail nearby, Queen’s Bath next neighborhood over, parking easy and wasn’t overcrowded in July. Landline in room if you need to make calls. Wi-fi works. Unit is on 2nd floor so you get a breeze. Ceiling fans and plug in fans helped offset no AC. Washer and dryer are convenient. Refrigerator and freezer work. Owner is receptive and seems eager to fix any issues.
Cons: No AC, TVs have 2-3 remotes per tv and are confusing. I had to search around for the WiFi login info, TV in middle room didn’t work but owner indicated she would be replacing it. Absent a breeze, unit is going to feel a little warm during the day despite fans - we were lucky and got consistent breeze. Unit is in need of some cosmetic and aesthetic updating. Sofas have blankets covering them. Arrived to find the towels damp and smelling of mildew - Washed them several times but smell remained, they need to be replaced. Toaster needed to be cleaned as well. Plates and silverware felt like a jumbled assortment of hand me downs and it would go a long way buying silverware all belonging to the same set. I couldn’t find a knife set to cut pineapple so used a steak knife I found in the cluster of knives. Interior fans need to have filters cleaned as they are dusty and triggered my allergies. The showers all had hand soap in them - would have loved some body soap.
Summary: overall unit is a little dated and could use a few touch ups and personal touches here and there -new towels, new silverware, a knife set, a universal remote for each tv or at the very least detailed instructions on how to use them, small shampoo/conditioner/body wash kits would all go a long way. Unit has potential to be 5 stars with just a few things I’ve mentioned being fixed. Would still stay again though as price and location were very good and owner was easy to reach.
Vernice G.
July 2021
I love the place it had everything we needed. The view from the windows are breathtaking. Also so close to many beautiful beaches and also super close to the queens bath which was an amazing experience. The beaches to snorkel are so near and so beautiful. I loved it so much! I would definitely come back to this place again!
Cheryl W.
July 2021
We enjoyed the amazing views of the ocean from the porch. We appreciated the beach chairs. We found everything that we needed to make our stay comfortable
Keith M.
June 2021
This property, though difficult to find at first, was an excellent spot for a vacation getaway. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to stay in the Princeville area.
Vanessa E.
June 2021
We absolutely fell in love with Kauai! The views from the bedrooms and balcony were stunning. We will never forget opening our eyes to the ocean views from bed!!!. I loved how quiet and peaceful the North Shore felt. We are an adventurous bunch and found the location excellent to retreat from our days out. The condo had everything we needed. I would highly recommend staying here. A+
Linda B.
June 2021
A nice place to stay. It’s a beautiful location, looking directly at the ocean. It was nicely furnished and very comfortable. The only slight negative is that it is second floor with no elevator. That may have been in the listing and I just didn’t see it, We definitely would stay there again.
Paul c.
June 2021
This property has a wonderful location. Loved the ocean view! The condo was clean and tidy and we had a wonderful time. Could use a bit of an update and it was a little warm, but we would certainly stay there again--good value!
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