Islander on the Beach, Kauai

Islander on the Beach is a condotel resort (some hotel rooms and some condos) located in Wailua, which is just south of Kapaa. Islander on the Beach features a pool and hot tub and beautiful grounds. Although beachfront, the ocean here is too rough to swim in, but good for beach walks. Wailua Bay and river are located just to the south. Less than 5 minutes away is Lydgate beach park, one of the safest snorkeling and swimming spots on Kauai with its man made tide pool. The park also features a playground and fort for children. A couple minutes south of Lydgate is Nukolii Beach, an excellent walking beach..

Islander on the Beach Average Rates


As of March 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Islander on the Beach is $345. The average takes into account 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 usally much higher). Visit the Islander on the Beach Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 923 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.

The Islander on the Beach condo resort on Kauai receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from guests. Many appreciate the resort's beautiful grounds, convenient location, and proximity to the beach, shops, and restaurants. Guests enjoy the stunning ocean views from their rooms, the well-maintained pool and hot tub, and the added convenience of having a poolside bar. The rooms are described as clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with amenities such as beach chairs, coolers, and kitchenettes, although some note that certain units could benefit from updates or repairs. The resort's central location on the island is highlighted as ideal for exploring both the north and south shores. Despite minor issues such as parking challenges and occasional maintenance needs, guests express high satisfaction with their stays and many express a desire to return. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 923 guest reviews.

Recent Islander on the Beach Reviews


Perfect place for a quiet beach day. The island is amazing. Lots to see and the place was in a great location.
Jordan N.
December 2024

We enjoyed the centralized location of 205 as we were able to venture to all side of the island with ease. Loved to watch the sunrise every morning. The area was quiet in the mornings, evenings and night time. Coconut Marketplace had fun shopping and LavaLava Beach Club great food.
Elaine M.
December 2024

Waking up and falling asleep to the beautiful sounds of the waves outside our unit was incredible! Not to mention having breakfast on our deck with the ocean and sunshine upon us…. Simply heavenly! We will be back!!
Tina S.
December 2024

What a wonderful place this was for us! Parking was close to the room and free, the room was within steps of the pool and hot tub, and the pool and hot tub were within steps of the beach! The vibe here was perfect too! Tikki torches light the pool area and paths at night. Our room overlooked the pool and still had an ocean view. We could sit on the patio and watch the sunrise even! The unit is perfectly place on the island. Still well within the lush green beauty of the south eastern shore but not too far from the adventures of the west and north shores. Within steps of a darling shopping plaza with entertainment and a number of food options. I don’t have a single negative thing to say about the whole place and we will definitely stay here again! We highly recommend you book with Don!
Ashley B.
December 2024

We loved this property and would definitely stay there again! The location is great. You can watch the sunrise from your balcony or walk 2 minutes and literally have your toes in the sand. We had a couple of issues to start with that were quickly resolved by the management company.
Dawn M.
December 2024

This unit has a perfect view to the pool and the ocean beyond. Although modest in decor, it was well-supplied with everything we needed and very clean. Check in and out was easy too!
Lana J.
December 2024

Wonderful place
Jeffery M.
November 2024

Plug and Play!! The property and Manager were outstanding. Everything needed was arm's length. Amazing Unit for the sunrise.
MICHAEL D.
November 2024

We loved our stay and enjoyed being on the beach. Morning sunset and evening hot tub. Great location for enjoying both sides of the island.
CARLA W.
November 2024

Great location next to shops and market. The sunrises were amazing and the beach was beautiful!
Rochelle M.
November 2024

Small room, no real kitchen space. Needs a freshen up.

November 2024

Very comfortable. Amazing location with a lot of nearby shopping and restaurants.
Donna I.
November 2024

Property was great and the host was great to work with. Great location with easy beach access.
Daniel R.
November 2024

Everything was awesome! For real. The only thing we would say is that we noticed mold in the headboard so possibly look into getting that treated. Or possibly replacing it with jon wicker? Anyway thanks!!
Randon W.
November 2024

Loved the room. But the drawers in the dresser were full of sand. There was only one partially used roll of toilet paper and no extra bags for the garbage can. I had to go to the front desk and beg for extra. Also nothing explained how to use the remote for the tv. My sister rented a room from a different company and they had a nice welcome package. Coffee, some chocolate covered macadamia nuts, a couple of granola bars, and some cookies that was extra special.
Dianne R.
November 2024

We liked the proximity to the ocean and all the shopping and dining, as well as general centricity of Kapaa.
Kirill
November 2024

We absolutely loved our stay in this condo. The location was perfect for all of our adventures - right at the beach with a great path along the coast for walking/biking/running. The grounds were gorgeous and clean. The condo was super comfortable and had everything we needed.
Corina S.
November 2024

I stayed in a different condo last year that was much better then thos one. Everything in this unit is old, broken and smelly. eds hard, tv broken, toaster oven broken, cockroach in shower. Clogged drain, plumber haf to come. Not great! Need a lot of love and attention.
Leah T.
November 2024

Most relaxing and amazing views of gorgeous flora and trees meticulously cared for by yard staff. So relaxing. Very quiet complex. Appreciated the yard level lanai for ease of access. Pool and barbecue area were perfect.
Randall P.
November 2024

Beautiful view and accessible to lots of local sites and beaches.
Cheri
November 2024

Great central location. Unit was well equipped and clean. Heather responded promptly to all questions prior to our stay. She provided detailed instructions for check in , our stay and check out. We were pleased in choosing this unit.
Vincenza M.
November 2024

My boyfriend and I go to school on Oahu but took the weekend to stay on Kauai. It was our first time visiting and honestly for the money, could not have gotten a better stay. The only downside I will say is the walls are EXTREMELY thin. We could hear almost everything the neighbors were saying due to the door inside that has been boarded up so we can’t actually access their room but sure can hear everything. The unit is placed where it is no more than a 5 minute walk to coconut marketplace which has many shops, restaurants, etc. I do feel there could have been better amenities provided to us since there were things listed but were missing. We only had one K-Cup for coffee for a 3 night stay as well as having no snorkels. Other than that, we have no complaints.It was very clean and had a wonderful view. We absolutely loved it and would love to return in the future!
Kyla R.
November 2024

Absolutely loved the location of this condo! Exactly how pictured and the sunrise views every morning were perfect. Would definitely return here.
Leanne C.
November 2024

Really nice and comfortable, great location! Lots of food and shopping within walking distance.
Juliandra D.
November 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: The view was amazing and loved sitting out on the balcony drinking coffee. It was nice they had a little cooler, umbrella and chairs for us to use while we were there. The AC was much appreciated! I would say this is the best location so the north and south side of the island are more easily accessible. We will definitely stay again!
Ashley V.
November 2024

Kapaa is the best location in my opinion. You are conveniently located for events driving North to Princeville area and beaches. Then going West to Waimea canyon. Property and room are absolutely beautiful! Manager was very responsive and answered questions quickly. Would stay here again! ALOHA
Denise M.
November 2024

We enjoyed our stay. Room was a bit musty. Needs a dehumidifier. Loved the location of room. Less than 1 minute walk to the beach. We will be back.
Debra O.
November 2024

We have 2 iPads 2 phones and 2 claps.. 6 plugs plus your 4 plug in items to use in 4 sockets… it is a fire hazard .. the usb tower didn’t work. Also no table surface… should mount tv on wall oand put sat equity on side banner stand and leave dresser open. Add bamboo dhelver in bathroom for shampoos etc and give mor sink area to use. Otherwise room was nice!
Drew S.
November 2024

An awesome place to stay. Great location. Near Coconut Marketplace which was nice. The grounds at the complex are beautiful and very well kept.
bob paul s.
November 2024

We enjoyed the room and location, which we considered very good. Since this is a unit that is privately owned, I was informed by the gal at the desk when I checked in to get my parking pass, that none of the amenities on the property were available to us, including laundry. I should’ve asked about that ahead of time, but that was the only downside.
Leona H.
November 2024

Room was spacious and clean. The view was gorgeous. The ocean was right off our lanai (we were on the 3rd floor) with spectacular sunrises. Only bad thing was that there was no laundry area. We weren’t allowed to use the hotels. We had to use the public laundromat a few minutes down the road and unfortunately someone had washed greasy clothes and we ended up having to buy few new items. Otherwise it was a great stay.
Joan N.
October 2024

Great room, ocean view, chickens great shop s and restaurants in walking distance, room was as advertised and we had a fantastic time , thank you so much and we will definitely be back again
James F.
October 2024

Upon arrival we enjoyed a box of chocolates, coconut cookies and a couple packs of island coffee. The beds are comfortable, the room is clean. Added plus there is a towel service and plenty of towels and beach towels for the whole week. Sitting out on the patio in the evening looking out over the gardens and even the ocean in the distance was very relaxing.
Charlene B.
October 2024

I would first start off by saying that the host (Candace) is very accommodating and super helpful with any questions you may have and overall an excellent host! The studio/condo is located right next to the beach and stunning views! Also, had all the things you need and the Host goes above and beyond with all the accommodations you need for your vacation! Highly recommend your stay here!
Jose B.
October 2024

This was an amazing Condo!! Everything we needed and more! Gorgeous view of the beach and great property. Coconut Market Place is only steps away for shopping, restaurants & fun!!!
Kim N.
October 2024

The location was excellent - just behind Coconut Marketplace and close to some great restaurants. The view was amazing - ocean views with daily sunrises is hard to beat! BUT... the unit was not as pictured. The bed frame was different than the photos and was lower. The wall just above the frame was really dirty and needed a good scrubbing and paint. There was a large hole in a floor tile that I had stepped on "just right", hurting my toe in the middle of the night. The refrigerator had a half bottle of booze left behind by the previous guest. The dining table was replaced with a pub height table, not the standard height that was pictured. I have a bad back and couldn't get up on the chairs. (I wouldn't have booked it if I had known this) The towels were shown as white, but they were light brown and navy. Maybe not a big deal, but my OCD struggles with towel colors. Overall interior felt dull compared to the photos. I notified the management company, and was offered a refund, but we only had 2 nights left and finding a new place likely wouldn't have been easy.
Sharley S.
October 2024

It was my first time in Kauai and the property and location were perfect! The beach is steps away from the property, and there is a great pool and hot tub as well. I would highly recommend staying here!
Jade S.
October 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: Had a good experience. Simple and nice spot. Met all our needs. Only added feedback... smoke detector needs some maintenance. Made strange buzzing noise at night. Tapping it stopped it.
Michael R.
October 2024

It’s small, but as advertised. Room was clean. Vacasa was helpful in immediately resolving a WiFi issue. Location was great!
Jon O.
October 2024

A clean and well appointed condo. The owner Esther is great at communicating and responding to inquiries. The grounds are beautiful and there are restaurants and shops all around. Thanks again!
David F.
October 2024

Hard to get luggage to the second floor without elevator The price with all the fees was too expensive, better of at a hotel for the raye
Lorena M.
October 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: Enjoyed our stay at the Islander Family Studio, conveniently located walking distance to the Coconut Markey Place. Studio 214 was clean, and well appointed. Only thing I would change would be a 1st floor Studio, no Elevators and steps at my age were not the best for me.
Sharon Z.
October 2024

We wish we could have stayed longer. Great location and lovely time sitting on the lanai.
Janelle B.
October 2024

This is a great location for a couple. We stayed here years ago when it was a hotel and this is the second time we have stayed here since it was converted to condos. The location is convenient for taking trips to either end of the island.
Brian C.
October 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than 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: The location is good.There is a really bad humidity smell inside the apartment that makes it difficult to bear. The AC is really loud. No main light, it gets really dark in the evening, and difficult to do anything in the kitchen then. Very old apartment. Not really clean either. A lot of sand outside that had not been cleaned. Would not rent again.
Lucie B.
October 2024

The property was beautiful and quiet (besides the roosters). Located in a great area with shops and restaurants. The unit itself was very clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Kelly C.
October 2024

Nice quiet condo, but well equipped and lot of local shops and restaurants to visit.
ERIC A.
October 2024

Clean and nice room. Even better than i thought. Good view of the sunrise over the ocean from our patio. Walking distance to beach,and mall. Best vacation ever. Didnt want to go home.
Steven R.
October 2024

The studio at the Aston Islander was just perfect. You could really stay here without a car & still get to see a lot of Kauai. With a vehicle it made it perfect to travel to all the different sides of the island.
Lisette J.
October 2024

The location of Islander on the Beach was perfect! 15 minutes north of the airport. Right in the middle of the island. Heading North to Hanalei was a 50min drive and heading south to Waimea was roughly 50minutes. The resort was clean and beautiful. The pool/jacuzzi area was just as nice and the pool bar was the cherry on top. Our room was a studio room over looking the ocean. Going to sleep with the waves was so relaxing. There is A/C for this unit but most nights we slept with it off and slider open. The room is not fancy by any means, but it is quaint and cozy :) Being able to wake up and enjoy my coffee on the balcony while looking out onto the ocean was the best part. We ended up extending our stay one more night. Premier Kaua’i was so accommodating. Everything was done through email along with sending us new codes for our door. Being able to celebrate our 8 year anniversary/honeymoon without any issues from where we stayed was beyond our expectations. We will definitely be staying here again! Who knows, maybe we will own one of these units one day! Thank you Premier Kaua’i & Islander on the Beach!
Courtney M.
October 2024


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