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Steps to the sand, oceanfront views, wild & beautiful!

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 479.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hanalei, HI
  • Makua Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Hanalei Bay
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Princeville, HI (HPV)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Steps to the sand, oceanfront views, wild & beautiful!

Hanalei Colony Resort I1 is unique among north shore Kauai condo resorts. Recently voted one of Travel + Leisure's top 20 favorite resorts, these vacation rentals are directly on the path to follow, just take a few steps and you're on the sand. And I1 is the closest building, directly on the beach. You can also take advantage of the restaurant and spa onsite, or prepare your own food in your apartment's full kitchen or on the gas grills provided. Pool, jacuzzi and barbecue are conveniently close.

This condo has a large shady lanai that puts you 10 steps from the sand. There are two bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other with two twin beds. Both bedrooms can be closed off from the shared living areas with wooden louver doors that preserve the refreshing airflow while providing visual privacy. Note that sound will still carry, so if you're streaming a late-night movie, be sure to keep the volume low. The living and dining areas are comfortably furnished and there are spectacular beach views from the large picture windows. There's a full bath and a half bath. While there are no televisions or cable television service in the complex, wifi is provided so you won't be completely cut off from the modern world. (Only as cut off as you want to be.)

In addition to Hanalei Colony Resort I1's beautiful interior and views, and the beach just in front, guests can enjoy the swimming pool, jacuzzi, barbecue grills, and guest laundry room. You can walk next door to the Opakapaka Bar and Grill. Also located just across the parking lot is the Hanalei Day Spa. Just ten minutes past the charming town of Hanalei, you'll find that shopping and dining options are conveniently close. It's the perfect Kauai vacation rental for proposals, honeymoons, anniversaries, and other romantic occasions.

While wonderfully furnished and right next to the beach, please know that the development was built in simpler times. The units are smaller and have kitchens to match. Some normal amenities will be absent given the space and purposeful attempt to honor the simplicity of earlier times: you won’t find a dishwasher or washing machine in any of the units (there is a laundry room on the premises), and most units have no televisions (though wifi is available for those of us who can't escape work or want to stream our favorite shows).

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 Identification Number TA-156-595-4048-01.

Property manager

Kauai Kahuna
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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
Property Registration Number TA-156-595-4048-01, GE-156-595-4048-01, 580110270034

About the area

Hanalei

Located in Hanalei, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Limahuli Garden and Reserve and Island Sails are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
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Hanalei, HI

What's nearby

  • Makua Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Hanalei Bay - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Ke'e Beach - 12 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 22 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Hideaways Beach - 23 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪JoJo's Shave Ice - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to the sand, oceanfront views, wild & beautiful! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Steps to the sand, oceanfront views, wild & beautiful! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the sand, oceanfront views, wild & beautiful!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the sand, oceanfront views, wild & beautiful!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the sand, oceanfront views, wild & beautiful! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hanalei condo building is steps from Kepuhi Point Beach and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Hanalei Bay. Wainiha Beach Park and Makua Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

FRANK B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Vacation in Kauai

The condo was lacking in adequate kitchenware, dishes and basic condiments (No salt or pepper shaker). The extra blankets requested were moldy and were not used. After several calls and promises, nothing was remedied. The manager eventually paid us 500 but this did not make up for the inconvenience. We would not return to this site.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Great place, great views, great ocean sounds!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful,

The location is fabulous. The surf and mountains surround you. Quiet , long beach walks outside the door.This is my favorite spot in all of Hawaii. I
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
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4/10 Poor

Steve C.

Lower Your Expectations For This Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful location. Must have a "North Kauai Mindset" as it is almost always breezy and probably all most as much rain as the Na Pali range just East of the property. Management company could do a much better job communicating the relationship with the on-site management. Different companies but the company managing this unit has numerous arrangements with the company managing the majority of the other units. This caused a lot of confusion as to who helped with what. Of significance, with all the associated fees, this unit cost us more than $1,000 per night for our 5 night stay. Our expectations were high. They were not met. The unit had numerous issues that did not get resolved during our stay. Two of three kitchen electrical outlets were not functioning (GFI tripped and would not reset...actual outlet was very loose in wall and moved around). Peeling paint on shower bar. A good amount of rust on cabinet hinges and in shower. Two pages of admonishments about laundering the beach and bath towels. Only 3 beach towels provided (with moisture in the air, still damp even though hung up to dry each day). Three beach chairs but only one normal (two were rusted and almost minature...only one still functional...other rusted so badly the legs were broken). Even simple inexpensive things not available. Coffee filters the wrong size for coffee pot. Too small to use. ZERO plastic cups for use at pool. Glassware appeared to be from the 50's. Only a SINGLE wine glass in cupboard. Simply put, NOT worth a $1,000 per night (after fees added) to have no one put a few dollars INTO the unit. This VRBO rental had more wrong with it and less amenities in it than any other I've rented in the last 20 years. Very sad as a few hundred dollars put into the unit would solve almost all the issues.

8/10 Good

MARC C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

WONDERFUL/PARADISE

This Place is Really Nice. Great Breeze, Warm Water. Just what I was Looking For.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location and Simple Stay

Simple accommodation with everything you need. Nice Lanai directly at the beach. Tunnels Beach is 30min beach walk away.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

If you're looking for the end of the road, this is it! We loved the location even though driving to other locations on the island were sometimes a bit time-consuming. Plenty of sun here throughout our week-long stay. Great location near the beach. Not very swimmable, but loved falling to sleep listening to the waves and watching the sunrise every day. Plenty of other beaches nearby also. The unit was very comfortable, but could use an update or two. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect remote getaway

This was a great stay for the first part of our trip! Its literally right on the water and you can hear the roar of the ocean! The place was well kept. You might bring some games, if you get bored at night easily, as there is no TV. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Callie W.

Amazing, thin walls though!

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: Overall great stay and beauty etc, however the ceilings are thin, so you can hear almost any footstep above!

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steps away from the beach

Great location. Steps away from the beach. Coffee shop on property as well as a restaurant. Enjoyed the beautiful walk from the property beach to Tunnels Beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote and beautiful!

Absolutely gorgeous views. Nice walking beach. Bright and airy unit. Could use some dusting here and there. Would come back and recommend. Aloha!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Natala R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacay

Our initial impression when we arrived was not great. The woman who checked us in was pleasant until she found out what unit we were staying in and that we booked it through VRBO and not the actual property. She was very short and rude. We also were not able to take advantage of the shuttle on property because we booked through VRBO. Over all this did not affect our visit but the owners should be aware of the "vibe" guests get when arriving. We stayed at the property with our 2 teenagers. The location was amazing. The unit was definitely in need of some TLC and upgrades. The bbq and pool area was very nice and new.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect getaway

This was the perfect place to have our honeymoon. The location was so relaxing and farther out than any of the resorts. We enjoyed the quiet and the peace of a nearly vacant beach to great us each morning. It felt like our own little slice of paradise. If you want to be in the thick of tourist land and busy south shore this is not for you but if you enjoy the quiet and beautiful island experience and plan your excursions wisely this is perfect. The ocean was beautiful with plenty of beach to make you feel at ease and on vacation. The pool was private and beautifully maintained. Couldn’t recommend it higher for likeminded honeymooners to enjoy the north shore and the wonderful hanalei bay. The room had everything we needed. Our only issue was that the pillows likely need to be replaced. Other than that, we were more than happy and loved our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Clare M.

Just Enjoying the View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you want an out of the way place to stay with beaqutiful scenery, then this is the place. Staying on the north side of the island gives you beautiful scenery but remember that most places you go there is a drive on curvey and narrow roads but we enjoyed that part. GPS says 37 min. to the airport. Forget that? About and hr and a half to be safe. The small towns are fun and friendly, the island is gorgeous and we would go again. Best food we had was at the restaurant at the condo. Condos are older but nice and arranged so that you almost feel you are there alone. It worked perfect for us as we enjoyed driving the island and seeing the sights.
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10/10 Excellent

Chaz W.

Great stay

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: Beautiful area and loved the North Shore

10/10 Excellent

Angel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, wild and beautiful north shore ocean front stay

Property was right on the water, close to our favorite north shore beaches for swimming, exploring and snorkeling. Very remote and quiet but for the sound of crashing waves. New pool pavillion/BBQ center is nice. Shuttle to north shore sites is an added bonus given parking can be limited. We were cozy in this clean and unit! Being able to go back and forth easily to Tunnels was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Great place and great location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

What an amazing place to stay near Hanalei! The view is amazing and you are literally steps away from the beach. We slept awesome listening to the ocean every night. We definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
We absolutely loved our stay. The view was spectacular, location perfect for getting away from it all, pool/hot tub perfect after a long day of hiking. Drew, Darci and coffee shop ladies were welcoming, kind and just lovely. Our only complaint is the check-in process. I didn’t access all the information from VRBO for check-in which was my fault, but the woman who checked us in was rude, misleading RE amenities available to us and really unwelcoming. She should be the last person in customer service business. If you eliminate her, our stay was 5 out of 5! We’ll b back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Ocean front quiet escape!

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: Beautiful unit on ground floor, stunning location (we thought it one of the best on the property) with gorgeous view and the constant roar of the ocean. Truly a remote, quiet and relaxing location away from the bustle of the city. We loved the unplugged feel (no tv! but wifi worked great if you can't completely unplug... ;), no air-con but plenty of ocean breeze. We cooked our own meals (local fish on the shared bbq by the pool!) to take advantage of the porch and views, so didn't eat in the on-site restaurant, but did enjoy the convenient coffee stand. Property management was great to work with and we are already planning when we can return. If you're looking for a quiet getaway surrounded by nature and scenery, this is the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hanalei at its finest

Beach front! Jungle meets ocean, doesn’t get any better ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amy Y.

Haena Getaway!

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: It was perfect. Excellent location. Close to Tunnels and Na Pali Coast State Park. Shuttle even picked us up right at the property. Beautiful sunrises every morning.

10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Paradise in Kauai!

We thoroughly loved and enjoyed our short stay at Hanalei Colony Resort. We were just feet from the beach, loved soaking up the great views from our lanai, and enjoyed the simple amenities of the condo. The grounds keeping was very good and there was beautiful landscaping. No fancy frills, just basic amenities to help you unplug.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben G., Edmond, OK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!

This place was amazing. If there is a rental closer to the beach on Kauai, I'd like to see it. It was 25 yards from the Lanai to the beach, and this rental is away from all the traffic and crowds. It is on the North Shore just minutes from the end of the road where the Napali Coast begins.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cathy J.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Totally Disheartening!

We got to property and found that a handful of these condos are not associated with resort. Resort intake folks were not hostile but close. The unit itself was in incredible disrepair. Things broken. Paint and wallpaper peeling. Bath room fan sounded like an airplane. No simple amenities 3 coffee filters for a 7 day stay. Towels were not usable because of stains. Towels were replaced but I had to spend vacation time calling. This property is NOT I REPEAT NOT worth the money!!! We saved for this trip. However we do travel some. I’ve never been more disappointed. We did not realize that a bridge would be closed so we could not make our flight if we stay at this property the last night. The property manager did refund some money so we could stay elsewhere. Again my vacation time was used for this communication. They were unwilling to refund for the disrepair and shabbiness. We were very disappointed!!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

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