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Peaceful Princeville Retreat - Your Ideal Home Base for Exploring Kauaʻi's North Shore
Whether you're planning romantic beach sunsets, unforgettable hikes, snorkeling adventures, or simply a peaceful place to unwind, the Hala Hale offers a comfortable, private retreat in one of Kauaʻi's most desirable locations.
Thoughtfully designed for couples, solo travelers, remote workers, and island adventurers, this upgraded top-floor condo combines the charm of island living with modern comforts, including air conditioning, vaulted ceilings, natural light, and a private lanai overlooking tropical gardens.
Unlike many studio accommodations, the Hala Hale features a separate sleeping area, creating more privacy within a comfortable living experience while maintaining the efficiency of a thoughtfully designed floor plan.
After a day exploring Kauaʻi, return to a peaceful space to relax, recharge, and plan tomorrow's adventure using my exclusive digital island guide filled with favorite beaches, hikes, restaurants, hidden gems, and local recommendations developed from decades of living on Kauaʻi.
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Designed for Comfort
- Comfortable Queen bed
- Separate sleeping area from the living space
- Modern air conditioning/HVAC system for year-round comfort
- Vaulted ceilings create an open, airy feel
- Private covered lanai overlooking tropical landscaping
- Spacious bathroom with large countertop, full bathtub and shower
- Fast Wi-Fi
- Roku Smart TV
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Well-Equipped Kitchen(ette)... (more kitchen then "ette" ;-)
Prepare breakfast before heading to the beach or enjoy a relaxing dinner at home.
The kitchen includes:
- Two-burner induction cooktop
- Microwave/convection oven
- Large sink
- Generous counter space
- Refrigerator w/ small freezer
- Coffee maker
- Blender
- Toaster
- Quality cookware and kitchen essentials
- Complimentary organic and gourmet coffee
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Beach Days Made Easy
We've tried to think of everything you'll need for a great day exploring the island.
Beach equipment includes:
- Beach chairs
- Umbrella
- Cooler (ice packs in the freezer)
- Boogie boards
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Refresh & Relax
Just steps from your front door is the swimming pool, perfect for cooling off after hiking, snorkeling, sightseeing, or spending the day at the beach.
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Explore Princeville on Foot
One of the Hala Hale's biggest advantages is its location.
You're within walking distance of:
- Princeville Shopping Center
- Restaurants and cafés
- Coffee shops
- Grocery store
- Banks, ATMs, and other conveniences
- Librbary
- Park and walking path
The beautiful Princeville Path, is a scenic walking path that winds through Princeville toward the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay while offering beautiful mountain, resort, and ocean views along the way as well as encounters with our native "Nene" goose and the majestic Laysan Albatross.
For guests seeking a more adventurous outing, Wyllie Beach is accessible via a .5 mile steep trail leading down to a beautiful stretch of coastline connected to the Anini Beach area. The hike is scenic and rewarding but does require a moderate level of mobility.
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Perfectly Positioned for North Shore Adventures
Short drive to:
- Hanalei Bay (approximately 10 minutes)
- Hanalei Town (5-7 minutes)
- Kīlauea (10 minutes)
- Hideaways Beach (3 min or 1.5 mile walk along the Princeville walking path)
- Queen's Bath (when open and conditions permit)
- Nā Pali Coast boat tours
- Kīlauea Lighthouse
- World-class beaches, surfing, snorkeling, hiking, waterfalls, and scenic drives
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Why Guests Love Staying Here
Guests consistently describe the Hala Hale as peaceful, comfortable, exceptionally clean, and an ideal home base for exploring Kauaʻi.
My goal is simple: provide everything you need for a relaxing vacation while sharing the local knowledge that helps make your time on Kauaʻi truly memorable.
Whether you're visiting for adventure, relaxation, romance, or a little of everything, I'd love to welcome you.
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Hawaiʻi Transient Accommodations Tax License (TA): TA-196-744-3968-01
Registration Number: TA-196-744-3968-01, 540050030024, GE-196-744-3968-01
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The condo was as advertised. It was just right for my husband and I. Check-in went very well, thanks to Lani's detailed instructions. We were so pleased with the accommodations - the bed was comfortable and the pillows and bedding made for good sleeping. The location was great and we enjoyed the nearby Foodland grocery and Ace Hardware. We ended up driving to Anini Beach (about a 10 minute drive) as we were told by other people that the walking trail to the beach and down the hill from the condo was quite steep and slippery if it had rained and required crossing through water at the beach below at sometimes high water levels depending on the tide. We wanted to be at Anini beach near the campgound area (great for snorkeling) which would have been a long walk, so driving was best for us. All in all we had a wonderful vacation and appreciated Lani"s attention to detail and availability making sure we had what we needed.
Great condo: clean with supplies, helpful documents, coffee, nice mini kitchen and peaceful balcony and view. Would definitely recommend to others
This studio was perfect for my husband & I, great location, well equipped kitchen, beach gear & snorkel. Blossom the property manager was fantastic, she responded quickly when we couldn't find the pool key. Lani, the owner, gave a lot of great recommendations. We will be back! Mahalo
Clean, well-equipped, responsive host. Would definitely stay again.
Had a wonderful stay. Would stay again!
Absolutely lovely accomodations and location. It was close to the farmers market, restaurants, hiking, and beaches! The pool was perfect too and the TV had all the Apps (perfect for rainy days too).
AC was great. Easy to find. Clean. Host was responsive and was willing to work with us when weather threatened to alter our plans! Thank you for the wonderful stay!
Great place! Super location. Was perfect for two of us. Having the beach gear was awesome.We would book here again.
Very responsive host, well appointed kitchenette and great location.
The host was very quick to respond to our questions. We loved this little place! The amenities were terrific and I would have loved to do some laps in the pool if it weren't so chilly and raining. So close to "downtown" Princeville and flanked with beautiful scenery. Also a quick drive up to Hanalei where we thoroughly enjoyed the "Slow Yourself Down" area.
The place was spotless and easy to find, close to the beach and had multiple walking trails. Excellent communication! Host was responsive and very helpful. The tips and guide was helpful! Overall was great stay in quiet and pleasant surroundings. Unit had everything you need except laundry.
Lani was very communicative. The studio was great. We didn't cook, but the kitchen is well equipped and had everything we needed for coffee in the morning before our daily outings. The location is perfect. Would highly recommend and will plan to stay in the future.
We loved the view out the back window and the deck. The bathroom was a nice size. The kitchenette was tiny but functional with plenty of dishware, glasses, etc. We had a little trouble figuring out the two burner cooktop. The fans and A/C worked great and kept everything comfortable. There was a nice walking path along a nearby golf course. Thee pool was a comfortable temperature. There was a supermarket, coffee shop and at least two restaurants in the nearby Princeville Center about a 5 minute drive. The host kept in touch daily to check on any needs we might have. She provided lots of great info on restaurants, shops, beaches and sightseeing.
We liked all the beach chairs and umbrellas.
Cute quaint, clean. Had everything we needed. We’ll definitely recommend and be back.
My husband and I stayed at Lani's condo and had a wonderful time. This cute little studio had everything we needed during our 10-day vacation on Kauai, from cooking essentials to snorkeling gear. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom surprisingly spacious, and the streaming services were a nice bonus.The cooking area is compact—really just room for one person at a time—but it worked well enough for our needs. Some of the snorkeling gear was in good shape, though not all of it, so if you plan to snorkel often, I’d recommend renting gear from the local shops in Hanalei. The Wi-Fi could be a bit spotty at times, but in a way it encouraged us to disconnect from our phones—which is exactly what a vacation should be about.
Cute place...very comfy bed.. enjoyed our stay and would go back
Great spot on the north end of Kauai. We would defiantly book here again.The host was awesome!
What a find on the pricey north shore! Wonderful location, beautifully maintained property, and true-to-pics condo interior. My daughter and I really enjoyed our recent 9-night stay at Lani's
Loved our stay in Kauai..
Everything was clean and comfortable.Our favorite thing was how quick we could get to so many amazing beaches and restaurants. That was exactly what we wanted. The place was not what we expected in terms of the layout. It’s a bit tight with lots of furniture and had an odd lay out. The kitchen is really best for making coffee and heating things up but we didn’t do any actual cooking which turned out to be a blessing in disguise since we got to eat out every meal! We loved the beach equipment available and used that everyday.
10 stars/ rating for communication with Lani. All amenities / beach stuff there to use. Lovely golf course facing view ( early morning golf maintenance workers). Flo-through breezes and fans keep the place cool and fresh. Lani's Kauai guide was great.Kauai is so beautiful, Lani and her place so welcoming - I would return again
I booked this condo as a spot for 4 nights between arriving in Hawaii and meeting in Oahu. Hadn’t stayed in Princeville before, and the weather was rainier than I had hoped, but unit was nice, well designed and laid out. WiFi was plenty strong for my work zooms.Owner was very helpful in advance and during my stay. Should you stay here? An unqualified YES!
Has good air conditioning system which my wife really needs due to her hot flashes waking her up all night. Nice and clean and functional kitchen. Host was really responsive.
The Hanalei area is one of the most beautiful in the islands and this is a clean and convenient place to stay in the area.
My boyfriend and I booked this stay after looking at several options. It was perfect! The pictures are cute but it is better in person. Lani was so helpful. Check in was easy, everything was clean, and we had no issues. The family downstairs was so welcoming. The path behind the property to the beach was really cool! I cannot recommend this property more!
This place was perfect for me and my wife. Had all the amenities we needed, and the host was very responsive.
Our host Lani was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions we had. The place is small and cute. You can hear some traffic and the folks downstairs had small children that we could hear too. But for the most part the condo was an excellent choice for us.
Everything was as advertised and very nice. Great area. Trail to Anini beach goes through the backyard! Very cool. Highly recommend
Great stay. Owner very communicative and helpful. Great location. Clean up-to-date beautiful unit. Not large but space used efficiently.
My wife loved Lani’s attentional to detail. Lani explained the property very well in the VRBO description so we knew what to expect. Very beautiful place. The ceiling fans and the bedroom cooling fan was much appreciated on two extra warm nights. the weather intimidated us from snorkeling unfortunately butLani's equipment on site had us ready. Lani also provided good local wisdom. Thanks Lani
The property was beautiful, clean, and really well-equipped. You can cook in it if you need, and there are various swimming and beach supplies. Lani, the owner, is incredible. She helps with anything you need and provides any information you might want too. She's fantastic and we had the best time in the condo. We highly recommend it and hope to be back soon!
My wife and I came for our 35th anniversary, didn't know much about Kauai but knew it was very scenic and had some great hiking trails. We stayed here for the 1st half of our trip and stayed on the south side of the island for the 2nd half. We much preferred the north side (if you need to shop at Lululemon, go to the south side). The location of the VRBO was very peaceful, relaxing, and quiet (other than the roosters, of course, but they're everywhere on the island so no getting around that). It's within walking distance to things like the Queen's Bath and a pickup point for the shuttle to Haena Park. It's also a short drive to several beaches, grocery store, shaved ice, etc. The kitchenette was great for making meals - we actually only ate out once on our whole trip, the rest of our meals we made in the condo. The lack of AC was no big deal, we were there late June/early July and didn't need it. Lani has a small cooling unit in the bedroom which was enough to keep it cool, plus the fan provided some white noise that blocked out the roosters, making it easier to sleep. Lani was great to work with, very helpful and communicative. One of the best things of staying here was Lani's guide for Kauai. Lots of very useful information, which made our whole trip go much smoother. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks, Lani!
We truly enjoyed our stay at Lani’s condo. We arrived the same day as a wedding we were attending and Lani and Tanya were super accommodating in allowing us to check in early. The condo is spacious, has good amenities like a mini fridge, electric stovetop, kitchen ware, beach towels, and sunscreen! We felt really comfortable in the space. There is also a designated parking spot for you if you bring or rent a car. It was also very close to amazing food spots like Hanalei bread company and beautiful beaches like Anini beach. Only tip is to bring ear plugs - the birds and roosters are quite loud at night and in the early morning. Thank you Lani for a great stay!
We had a very comfortable stay in Lani's condo, which was in a great location. She was an excellent host, providing much helpful information and assistance
The condo was great! Great location close to all kinds of activities on the north shore! Lani was a great host and was very thorough on directions, instructions and activities around the island! Great trip!
Lovely area, a number of local restaurants and easy drive to many beaches
Nice and clean. Quiet except for chickens.
Nice cozy place with a shops and beaches closeby.
Lovely! Lani, our host, went above and beyond. We had everything we needed and more. Loved staying here!
There was nothing we didn’t like. It was everything we expected and more. We loved the Hawaiian decor and openness of the space with the high ceilings. The only thing that may have made it better (only because we were there a while) was an on site small washer/dryer.
There was nothing we didn’t like. It was everything we expected and more. We loved the Hawaiian decor and openness of the space with the high ceilings. The only thing that may have made it better (only because we were there a while) was an on site small washer/dryer.
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Princeville, Kauai
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Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Princeville (postal 96722) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Princeville, HI (Queen Emmas Bluffs – North Shore Kauai – 1.58 km to center), United States
- In the mountains
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Next to a golf course
- On the bay
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 2 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Condo
- Composting
- Local artist showcase
- Local culture & ecosystem education
- Property does not allow children
- Recycling
- Unit size: 500 sq ft (47 sq m)
- Uses some LED lighting
- 1 bedroom
- Bed sheets provided
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Heating
- Free WiFi
- with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Fence around the pool
- Outdoor pool
- Shared/communal pool
- Lanai / balcony
- BBQ grill grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Car not required
- Onsite parking
- A/C
- BBQ grill
- Free Parking
- Heater
- Internet
- Kitchen
- Living Area
- No Smoking
- Outdoor Hot tub / space
- Pool
- TV
What should I know about check-in?
- Check in starts at 4:00 PM
- Check out before 10:00 AM
- Minimum check in age: 24
- Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
- Contactless check in available
- Contactless check out available
- You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
- Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Property Registration Number TA 196 744 3968 01, 540050030024, GE 196 744 3968 01
What are the house rules and policies?
- Pets not allowed
- This property does not allow children.Note from host: No children below the age of 7 years old.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Kauai?
- Birdwatching nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Power boating nearby
- Surfing/body boarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water sports equipment
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife and game walks nearby
- Location: Princeville, HI (Queen Emmas Bluffs – North Shore Kauai – 1.58 km to center), United States
- In the mountains
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Next to a golf course
Do I need a rental car on Kauai, and what about parking?
A rental car may not be required for every stay, but transportation needs depend on your arrival airport, activities and how much of the island you plan to visit. Parking notes: Car not required, Onsite parking.
What kind of rental is this?
This is a condo rental.
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