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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Princeville, Hawaii
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hideaways Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Princeville Golf Club - Prince Course
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Princeville, HI (HPV)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Princeville

Oceanside stay.At this condo, you'll be steps from Hideaways Beach and Princeville Golf Club Prince Course. Also, Puupoa Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Princeville Makai Golf Club is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 3 min walk
  • Hideaways Beach - 3 min walk
  • Puupoa Beach - 7 min walk
  • Princeville Makai Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Sealodge Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪JoJo's Shave Ice - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whale watcher's delight! Spacious penthouse, views

Enhanced COVID cleaning and disinfecting procedures for every check-in.

This spacious top floor condo in the upscale Puu Poa complex on the north shore of beautiful Kauai is located directly next door to the Princeville St Regis Hotel. You'll love the newly renovated oceanfront pool! Also available onsite are tennis courts, pickleball court, and a path to Hideaways Beach. (Note that this beach path is not for the faint of heart. It's steep and often muddy. We recommend the brief stroll next door to the beach in front of the St Regis. Easy!) This Kauai vacation rental is the perfect place to find your own paradise.

At Puu Poa 405 you'll find a very large oceanfront lanai, furnished with a shaded dining set and your own personal barbecue grill. The views are unobstructed, panoramic, and oceanfront. The master bedroom opens onto a second covered atrium-style lanai, perfect for viewing migrating whales, dolphins at play, or passing ships, even if it's raining and blustery outside. For privacy, the sunroom may be closed off from the bedroom with a set of sliding louver if you've got children using the two day beds in the atrium You'll love the view from the king bed in the very spacious master can enjoy the view without even having to get up. The adjacent master bathroom is very large and elegantly remodeled, with a generously sized walk-in shower and jetted tub. The guest bedroom is furnished with a queen bed. Inside the guest bathroom you will also find a washer and dryer.

The living room is comfortably furnished with a large sectional sofa, 55” flat screen TV with DVD, an there's even a telescope for close-up whale spotting or watching the surfers. Directly behind the living room, with equally dramatic oceanfront views thanks to the open floor plan, is a fully equipped kitchen with granite counter tops, a cook top counter island, electric oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, cookware and dishes, blender, coffee maker, and toaster.

As with most homes on Kauai, this vacation rental is NOT air conditioned.

Although this home has internet, the speed and reliability cannot be guaranteed due to the remote location and the service being provided by a third-party.

Hawaii Vacation Rental Registration Number: TA-000-373-7600-01.

Property manager

Kauai Kahuna

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number 540120110047, TA-000-373-7600-01, GE-000-373-7600-01

Property is also known as

2416-147483

Whale watcher's delight! Spacious penthouse, views Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark W., Southern Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
Loved this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Everything was great as usual- the penthouse views are amazing, the condo is roomy and comfy - kitchen supplies are great and a good selection of games and books are available. The beach chairs were very much appreciated - but we couldn't find beach towels in the same place, and because they didn't look like traditional beach towels, we didn't find them for a day or so until the owner told us where to find them and what they looked like. Our only other inconvenience was difficulty with remotes and accessing cable channels. The instructions provided were inaccurate and not sufficient. We muddled our way through and mostly ended up watching Prime instead. Overall a great place to stay and we highly recommend it!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
We enjoyed our stay at Puu Poa 405 very much--the views and whale watching were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Ed M.

Liked: Cleanliness
In need of updating and repairs
Fortunately, this was not the first time we were on Kauai (this was our 6th time), so we were not really upset when it absolutely poured rain (like I have never seen before) for six days and six nights - constantly. We had previously done all that Kauai had to offer. If we had not, this would have been a wasted stay. I am not exaggerating. Accordingly, we could not sit out on the beautiful lanai that overlooked the ocean. We could, however, hear the ocean. We absolutely froze the first few nights in the condo as many windows (eight) facing the ocean would not close. The main bedroom television did not work and four days after we reported it, someone finally showed up and said we needed a new cable box. We did not receive one during our stay. Other issues were similarly not addressed until the fourth day of our six day stay. "Property management" was severley lacking. The main bathroom sink faucet sprayed water everywhere. The locks did not work on either the lanai screen or sliding door. The kitchen was lacking in utensils and the bath towels were only average. The owners obviously do not trust renters with nicer things. We also stayed in a condo on Maui and a house on Oahu on this trip and this condo was the worst in terms of thinking of items renters may need or enjoy and in terms of quality. While this condo could be a wonderful place to stay, it needs updating, repairs (rusted mirrors, one large area of the floor was duct taped) and nicer accoutrements.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
But for a clothes dryer,,,
This was our 5th stay in a Puu Poa condo, so we love the location on a bluff overlooking the ocean. We even saw whales the first 3 days! This condo is a little tired compared to others we’ve stayed in. What makes the location special is also very hard on the property, so you have window and door issues from corrosion. Our grandkids loved the pool and Hideaways Beach down the bluff from the condo. Minor issues were 2 non-working toasters (property managers got us a new one in a couple of days) and a barely functional coffee maker. The real bummer was the non-working clothes dryer which was not fixed until the last day of a 10 day stay. This was a big inconvenience.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
That view though
Amazing. Condo exactly as described. The view is priceless. Great easy access to beaches. Loved every second of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Kevin D., SAMMAMISH

View? yes. Big? yes. Needs TLC? Very yes.
The ocean view is unbeatable. Likely the best on Kauai's North Coast. The place is large, too. Lots of room to move around. However, the place doesn't look changed since the 80s and there are a number of deferred maintenance issues: weeds on the lanai, peeling paint, warped floors, rusting bathroom fixtures, etc. We realize that many adjacent condos go for much more pet night (some over 2x), but a little TLC wouldn't cost too much and would go a long way to make the unit considerably more comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious condo with amazing views!
We enjoyed staying here so much. The ocean view was amazing! And the condo was clean and spacious with a large kitchen, which was very nice. There's a long daybed in front of the windows in the den where I took a nap everyday, while enjoying the ocean breeze. There are TWO beach paths, only a 3 minute walk away that take you to beautiful gorgeous beaches. My wife and I loved it here and would highly recommend this condo if you are visiting the Princeville/Hanalei area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views and lots of space
Property was clean and spacious. Views were great! Construction noise from the resort next door each morning but we were already awake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two thumbs up for Puu Poa
Condo was clean, spacious, stocked well with basic amenities, and one incredible view. Walking distance to Hideaway Beach (one of our favorites), Queens Bath, and Puu Poa Beach. Local pizza and salad joint also a short walk, and pizza was great. Would most definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Laura C.

Property description should be updated
This was a much anticipated trip to celebrate retirement. We were looking for views, sounds of the ocean and a peaceful stay. The view did not disappoint and the pool area and grounds were nicely maintained. The kitchen was reasonably well-appointed. Pros: Location and views are outstanding. The unit is on the top floor and there are glimpses of Bali Hai from the balcony. The complex was quiet at night. Noise level from construction was high during the day, however. Amenities were mostly sufficient, although we had to purchase hand soap and tissue. It would also have been nice to have access to a few cleaning products in order to keep things tidy. Cons: -Antiquated lockbox - difficult to use. -Check-in was 3:00 and when I arrived at 4:30, the cleaning crew had just arrived. I was told to return after 5:30. After a 6+ hour flight with groceries to unload, this was very inconvenient. The Property Mgr. has responded to this complaint. -General Maintenance: Windowsills and patio furniture were not cleaned. One of the overhead fans was broken, as was a window onto the balcony and the lock on the sliding glass door. -Construction: Noisy during the day, starting quite early. -Important: While the St. Regis Hotel is referenced several times (beach access/amenities) it is actually a large demolition site. There are no services available and beach ingress/egress is risky. The Westin does have a restaurant, but it is 1.5 miles away near the entrance of Princeville.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home and view
We enjoyed our time here! Beautiful home, view, and area! The constant sounds of the ocean waves are missed by us all. We did find a couple items from past guests in the master bedroom that would've been spotted during normal cleaning, so maybe some improvement could be made there, but nonetheless a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Unit!
There were 6 adults in our group and we had a wonderful time in our unit! It was spacious and met all of our needs. The unit was clean, the beds were comfortable and the balcony was great for watching the whales. I have no complaints and would stay there again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli G., Santa Cruz, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Island Paradise
We absolutely loved our time at this rental. Princeville is such a beautiful area (although, very wet). We loved being able to take long walks, snorkel, read at any one of the nearby beaches, etc. Our family of 6 adults was very comfortable since the condo is extremely spacious. We also loved being so near Hanalei. The owners had lists of day trips and lots of activities. We would definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Our Expectations
This property is fabulous. Can’t imagine a better oceanfront view! The condo was well equipment and everything working properly.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kauai Family Vacation
Great getaway, great location on the North shore/Princeville area.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Veronika O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hideaways beach retreat
Our family of five had a wonderful stay at Puu Poa 405. Views of the ocean and Makana Peak and best of all- access to Hideaways Beach. It did get a little warm during the day, but we were mostly out exploring the island and it was very comfortable by 5pm and to sleep. The master bedroom king was very cozy. Kitchen stocked with all we needed. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

kacee o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This condo was perfect for my family of 4. It had more then we expected.. They had a closet full of stuff to take to the beach like chairs, mats, even snorkel gear and defogger. The bed was comfortable and the pillows were nice too. The bathroom had a hair dryer, bandaids and neosporen, which we used! A rack to hang out wet suits to dry. The kitchen was stocked with whatever items we needed to cook plus a small refrigerator for our water bottles. The dishwasher did not work that great but we did let management know. They had TVs in every room(but who needs TVs here?!). They also had the Kauai Revealed book, which is an excellent book that will tell you everything you need to know about your stay and the island. Both the patio and extra room were nice for relaxing, reading, and playing video games for my kids. We enjoyed having dinner outside almost every night and had a fantastic view. Our only complaints were the toilets, they were small and you had to the hold the handle down for a long time( but maybe that’s normal for Kauai?). Hideaway beach was mostly calm and made for fantastic snorkeling, we saw turtles every time. It still is hard work to get down and up from the beach and if it’s raining be sure to wear shoes as it is super slippery. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arthur G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A 5 -star Rental
The photos on the site, is what you get. Spent the month of February in this lovely apartment with fine appointments; sheets ,towels beds high quality. A terrific view of a delightful small surf spot and the Pacific beyond. Everything came with it: Snorkel gear, beach chairs, and even a chest of children's playthings.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Views
The views from the lanai and house are outstanding. We slept with the sound of the ocean and watched a whale breech while eating lunch. Very well equipped kitchen and a grill on the lanai.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place! Great location!
Loved how spacious this condo was! We were staying in Hawaii for 12 nights and it was great to spread out for our family of 4 the second half of our vacation. We had a pretty rain filled trip so this helped. We also took advantage of being right next to The Princeville Resort by eating there some evenings and because we scheduled some services at the spa we were able to use their facility. The beds were comfortable, bathrooms beautiful and large, kitchen had everything we needed and it was great that previous guests left some items for other guests that were quite helpful. We enjoyed using the grill on the lanai. The last day we saw a huge group of spinning dolphins go by and the binoculars made it even easier to watch them. We found the adventurous “climb” down the Hide-away beach very memorable since it was so muddy and slippery, thank goodness for the ropes to hang onto!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Wonderful place, wonderful view. Everything was great. Only one issue: could not figure out how to get the tv to work in the small guest bedroom (still wondering if there was a remote control missing...?). And the kitchen was well-stocked EXCEPT no coffee for the first morning (not a big deal at all but just to mention that it would be good to have it as an added luxury). Thankyou!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sally L., Fallbrook, ca.

Awesome place
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here for the week. The views were amazing. A path leading down to the water provided surfing without all the crowds. We appreciated the cleanliness and the well stocked kitchen accessories. Would love to open e back.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

erin s.

Nice Space - Great View
We stayed here for a week and a half and enjoyed the place - the view is outstanding and this unit is situated on the top floor (stairs are not bad though) and we had plenty of privacy. If you like the Princeville area, you can't get much better than this. The Princeville Resort is a 2 minute walk up the road with great restaurants and live music in the bar. Property management was friendly and proactive upon our checking in, and the unit is well stocked with the basics required as well as starter set of paper products. This is one of the largest condos we've ever stayed in and it was nice to have the space even for just two of us. Unfortunately, we find that even in upscale properties, overdue maintenance is sometimes obvious when you walk in the door - this was one of those. The sunroom blinds were down and not functional, so we were really disappointed that we couldn't enjoy a feature that drew us to this particular unit. Many of the window cranks on the ocean side were not operational and in need of replacement, and most of the wood elements were in need of upgrade/repair due to humidity damage, all of which surprised us given the price point. The beds were not the worst we've slept in, but again, given the price we would have expected good quality mattresses. Overall, however, we enjoyed our stay and the location was spectacular - with repairs made and mattress upgrades, we would stay here again without hesitation!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey m.

On point
What a great rental! This is the standard by which we will judge all VRBO properties in the future. The location is unbelievable, the condo is beautiful and the owners spent time and expense to make this a luxury experience. The furniture was thematic throughout creating a great island atmosphere. The decor was tasteful. The kitchen was very well stocked and organized with labels everywhere. The owners truly paid attention to detail. We have stayed in the Puu Poa condos before and there is no better view on the island. We loved falling asleep to the sound of the ocean and waking up to watch the surfers down below. Hideaway beach is a hidden gem at the bottom of the cliff that is my favorite beach on the island. Honestly I can't say enough good about the property. My kids kept asking if we could just buy it and live there forever!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018