This our 2nd time at Kiahuna Plantation. We are experienced travelers that don't want or need to be "pampered", so we like the ability to have a kitchen and cook local foods, and the opportunity to do our own planning of our vacation experience.
This isn't the fanciest place, but by comparison it is a good value. The grounds are beautiful and the beach is better, bigger and less crowded than Poipu Beach (which is also easily accessible by walking).
If you want an all-inclusive, upscale "resort" experience this probably isn't for you, but if you want a comfortable, well-located base for your adventures with a great beach, give it a try. We recommend it to our friends that are visiting Kauai.
This time we were near the east access road, and it was noisy at times with trucks, equipment etc. Request a unit in the middle or the west side of the 35 acre site.