Daniel F.
June 2024
We really enjoyed Pono Kai Resort...the property is beautiful and this unit has a spectacular view of the ocean with beautiful sunrises every day. The staff is very friendly here, maintenance around the property is very good and this unit is well stocked with everything you will need. We plan to return to this unit again...and we have been to Kauai many times... Mahalo!
Michelle B.
June 2024
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:
I could have lived on the balcony. I watched the sunrise every morning which meant during the heat of the day the sun was on the other side of the building. Listening to the loud crashing of the waves while on the balcony was wonderful. I did a lot of work on the balcony and there was no problem with the internet. Ditto with inside the unit. The connection and speed were great. It was nice walking to the food trucks, restaurants and clothing shops on the edge of the property. The grounds were well kept, and I always felt safe. The air conditioning had multiple controls and they were well labeled. The lights and fans were also well labeled and there was no question about how to make something work. The kitchen had more implements than any other unit I have rented. Not only was there a corkscrew for the wine bottles, but it also had a wine bottle stopper. There were more cooking items in the kitchen than I have in my home. The closet had an ice chest and items for the pool but we didn't use them. The bed felt mushy & I thought I would have trouble sleeping but even though we use a hard bed at home, we had no trouble sleeping and no back problems in the morning. Living room chairs and the couch were not very comfortable but they were clean and in good condition. We did not use the loft. I would have liked a 2nd TV in the bedroom.
Kathleen M.
May 2024
Unit had a nice east-facing view. Beach a bit narrow but atmosphere relaxed. Centrally located so easy drive north/south to other beaches.
Suzan
May 2024
I could have lived on the balcony. I watched the sunrise every morning which meant during the heat of the day the sun was on the other side of the building. Listening to the loud crashing of the waves while on the balcony was wonderful. I did a lot of work on the balcony and there was no problem with the internet. Ditto with inside the unit. The connection and speed were great. It was nice walking to the food trucks, restaurants and clothing shops on the edge of the property. The grounds were well kept, and I always felt safe. The air conditioning had multiple controls and they were well labeled. The lights and fans were also well labeled and there was no question about how to make something work. The kitchen had more implements than any other unit I have rented. Not only was there a corkscrew for the wine bottles, but it also had a wine bottle stopper for when the cork doesn't come out cleanly. There were more cooking items in the kitchen than I have in my home. The closet had an ice chest and items for the pool but we didn't use them. The bed felt mushy & I thought I would have trouble sleeping but even though we use a hard bed at home, we had no trouble sleeping and no back problems in the morning. Living room chairs and the couch were not very comfortable but they were clean and in good condition. We did not use the loft.
steve c.
February 2024
A well managed complex in walking distance to eating and even shopping. Great view.
Gary V.
January 2024
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:
Unit is top floor with a view. Location is close to town, so we walked everywhere. Safeway store we drove to because we loaded up for the week and didn’t want to carry.
Karen C.
December 2023
Beautiful views and just steps to the ocean, hammocks and relaxing environment.
Regina V.
November 2023
We enjoyed our stay and would visit again. Great place and location is in walking distance to restaurants, shops, beach, etc.
Matthew B.
October 2023
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:
What a great property! This place was just stunning! Beautiful location, amazing views, clean and everything we could've asked for! The only thing that could make it better would be a TV in the bedroom, but otherwise no complaints of any kind with this property.
Nicole D.
September 2023
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 property is located in a prime location, surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The moment you step inside, you'll be struck by the impeccable cleanliness and attention to detail. The interior is tastefully decorated with a blend of modern and traditional Hawaiian elements, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.The amenities provided are top-notch, making your stay as comfortable as possible. You can take advantage of the fully-equipped kitchen to cook up your own meals, relax in the comfortable living room, or unwind on the private balcony with a refreshing drink in hand.Overall, I highly recommend this property for anyone looking for the perfect place to stay in Kauai. You won't be disappointed!
Tom S.
September 2023
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 condo was just as described. Very roomy, clean and comfortable, and a great location. Had a great stay and highly recommend.
steve y.
August 2023
good location to go north and south of island. a few bugs around but overall nice stay
Amber T.
July 2023
The family needed a place with a washer and dryer (which was conveniently downstairs of the building), a kitchen, and multiple beds for the kids, which this place was perfect for! The loft made it especially fun for the kids. Right on the ocean, and away from the road, the condo was quiet when we needed it to be.
Val T.
February 2023
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 most amazing views. Everything was exactly as described. Perfect location for walking to restaurants. We love the walking path in front of the resort.
John
January 2023
This is a nice 2br condo with 2 floors. Well equipped and right on the beach. The only negative was the fact that there are literally no comfortable seating options anywhere in the condo. We found ourselves lying on the bed mostly for comfort. The 2nd floor bed mattress is very thin and needs a replacement. The grounds are nice. There is a nice hot tub but so many chemicals that it burned your eyes. A note for future guests, this is a privately owned condo so therefore you can’t use the resort provided pool toys, towels etc. The unit has beach towels and chairs but they are mismatch. A few simple improvements and this is 5 star condo. The area itself is very rustic and there are lots of food trucks but I can’t say we were comfortable walking at night, it felt a little gettoish.
Heather C.
August 2021
Once we got all the kinks worked out, it was a dream come true. Felt like we were in a house boat. Right on top of the ocean!
Carl M.
June 2020
My wife and I have been blessed to have been to Hawaii quite a few times. This property ranks up at the top 3 condos that we have had the pleasure of staying at. The view from the lanai stunning! Thanks to the wonderful owners of this condo we able to be there for 101 days! They are VERY special people!
Scott M.
February 2020
We really enjoyed the condo. It was very clean with an outstanding ocean view from the lanai. It is very centrally located on the island.
The biggest drawback are the darn roosters. They are everywhere and start crowing between 3:30-4:00 AM. Not much you can do when they are everywhere on the island. Just part of the experience.
Frank S.
December 2019
The view from this room was great. The central location on the island could not have been better. Unit had enough Linens, Outdoor beach items, and all the kitchen dishes you would ever need.
We did have some concerns after we arrived and contacted the owner through VRBO. Answer came back from property manager that stated "We will contact our local person who helps with these things and have the items addressed within the next next month with a plan to accomplish everything by year end.". Not what I was expecting.. Lock on lanai slider would not lock. Locks on master bedroom window missing, could not lock windows. Safety issue. Bedroom Blinds would only rise on left side and the rod to turn slats open/close was missing. Could not open blinds to get a breeze. Needed breeze because of no air conditioning. Not complaining about no air. I new that. Ceiling fan for ventilation was making noises.
Both plastic chairs on lanai broke due to weathering. Even pinched my wife when she sat in the Lounge chair. DVD remote had no batteries. extras not in room. Electrical outlets in front room would spark and sizzle when I plugged items into them. Fire Issue?. Plug your cords into outlets first then into your electronics. Won't short out your equipment that way. Upper rack in dishwasher only opens 25% of its travel. Very inconvenient to load the back of the rack. In the kitchen there was only one trash bag. Not near enough for a two week stay. There were coffee cups in the cupboard that had dried coffee in them. Never washed. Heavy soap scum on shower stall. Ever cleaned? Toilet flushed itself every 10 minutes. Sounded as if it was flushing but it didn't actually flush the bowl. One of the pillows had hair and lipstick on it. No extra linen to change it out. Put batteries in the clock on the wall and it still would not work.
Looks to me that since the remodel years ago the the maintenance has been neglected. I have to ask myself. Does the owner even know what shape his unit is in.
I know some of these things seem a little petty, but I believe that if you are going to rent your place you would like it to be the same as if you were living there.
Nick S.
December 2019
Really enjoyed everything. Thank you! Everything was great, nothing went wrong
Kaile G.
September 2019
This was perfect for our honeymoon stay! The water view was amazing!! No a/c ended up being fine! Just opened things up at night and closed it off during the day. It stayed cool enough for us! Best location on the whole island in my opinion. Will definitely be back!
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