Kauai Vacation Rentals – Discover the Garden Isle's Diverse Stays
Kauai vacation rentals span sunny Poipu, lush Hanalei, scenic Princeville, and remote areas like Wainiha and Haena-offering beachfront villas, rainforest cottages, and family-friendly homes across the Garden Isle.
Why Stay on Kauai?
Nicknamed the “Garden Isle,” Kauai is Hawaii's most lush and unspoiled island. From the dramatic cliffs of the Na Pali Coast to the golden beaches of the South Shore, vacation rentals here offer an immersive experience in nature. Whether you're seeking solitude, adventure, or luxury, Kauai has a stay to match your dream escape.
Top Regions for Kauai Vacation Rentals
Poipu – Sun, Surf, and Family Fun
Poipu is Kauai's sunniest spot and one of the most popular destinations. Known for its swimmable beaches, golf, and dining options, it's a perfect base for families and couples. Many rentals include ocean-view lanais and walking access to Koloa's historic charm.
Princeville and Hanalei – North Shore Elegance
For a more scenic and peaceful retreat, Princeville offers upscale rentals perched above the ocean with access to world-class golf and spectacular sunsets. Just below, Hanalei features beach cottages and plantation-style homes near the crescent-shaped bay and lush taro fields.
Secluded Escapes in Wainiha & Haena
Looking to unplug? Wainiha and Haena provide remote beachfront homes near hiking, waterfalls, and snorkeling reefs-perfect for nature lovers and those exploring the Na Pali Coast.
Other Notable Destinations
- Kilauea – Near the lighthouse and scenic north shore coast
- Anahola – Family-friendly beaches with a local vibe
- Kapaa – Central and convenient with shops and coastal bike paths
- Kekaha – West side hideaway near Polihale Beach
Plan Your Stay
From cliffside villas to jungle cottages, Kauai's vacation rentals offer unparalleled diversity. Whether you want to stay near Lihue for convenience, Moloaa Bay for serenity, or Anini Beach for calm waters and snorkeling, you'll find your perfect island base here.
Browse our full selection of Kauai vacation rentals below and start planning your unforgettable Garden Isle escape.
Kauai Exclusive - Lae Nani 121 - Oceanfront - Steps to the beach
Summary:Enjoy an amazing 180-degree view of the ocean overlooking Wailua Bay, a wonderful sandy beach and beautiful green mountains in the background. Your stay here puts you just steps away from the water and on one of the few swimmable beaches on the East side. This...
Hale Awa'puhi 1-C Oceanfront Luxury 2 BR w/ AC and Private Beach Access
Welcome to Hale Awa'puhi 1-C, an oceanfront gem among one of the most luxurious oceanfront condominiums on Kaua’i in a gated boutique 9-unit property on a private cove. Relish the panoramic ocean views and the soothing sound of surf while relaxing in this modern...
A/C Jacuzzi ~BBQ ~Golf Course & Mountain Views
Indulge in island-inspired artwork and luxurious elegance that awaits the discerning traveler in this exquisite home. Air conditioning seamlessly envelops the entire residence, ensuring comfort throughout. Just steps away from Hanalei Bay Resort, where open-air dining...
Olivine Surf Lodge - Corner Unit w/ Ocean Views & Amazing Sunsets
Newly updated, light-filled condo on the North Shore of Kauai! This modern, tranquil retreat has a wide-open floor plan and a lanai with stunning ocean and golf course views. Superb location, close to walking paths and the Princeville town center, with great cafes,...
Kiahuna Plantation Resort 76 Ocean View 2 BD 2 BA
Wake up to the sights and sounds of the Pacific in this two-bedroom ocean view condo. Just steps from the shoreline, it’s an ideal home base for your Kauai adventure. Unit 76 Ocean View 2 Bedroom 2 Bath• Two-level condo in building 14 with bedrooms & bathrooms...
Live On the Ocean and Sleep to Surf Sounds in Idyllic Poipu. Trade Winds & AC.
Our comfortable, third-floor, south shore condo is right ON the ocean so you will SEE --and HEAR-- the sound of the surf as soon as you open your front door. The condo, with stylish, contemporary furniture, boasts a comfortable California king bed. Relax "at home" and...
Private Corner Unit with Spectacular Ocean Front Views
Aloha! Come and enjoy Hale Ho’ola. Our “House of Healing”, situated atop a bluff overlooking the beautiful blue Pacific is a corner unit so private, that it feels like you are the only ones there! Surrounded by the beautiful sights and sounds of the ocean along with the...
Top Floor, Ocean View Condo at Kuhio Shores
This spacious top floor, one-bedroom condominium in Kuhio Shores offers an open living, dining and kitchen area, well appointed bedroom with new pillow top mattress, bathroom and impressive lanai (covered deck for you non-islanders!). Enjoy gorgeous views of the ocean,...
NEW Modern, Fully Stocked Family Retreat near Hanalei & North Shore Beaches
Welcome to Hanalei Happiness — an elevated retreat thoughtfully designed for traveling families. This modern hideaway is rich in amenities, curated for comfort, all while embracing the vibrant spirit of the North Shore.- Just 8 Minutes to Hanalei- Close to Best Beaches,...
Maluhia Makai - Luxe Kukui'ula island retreat in Poʻipu; AC, private heated pool
This luxury home is 2200 ft.² of air-conditioned space that opens up to 1000 ft.² of an outdoor living lanai. The design of this home seamlessly marries the indoors & outdoors together to make a grand tropical outdoor experience. Pass through its custom entry wood gate,...
Magnificent Views of the Mighty Pacific Ocean from Every Room
Enjoy the beautiful North Shore of Kauai at our lovely Alii Kai I Condominium. It is a ground floor, corner unit sitting on a bluff overlooking the magnificent Pacific Ocean. In the winter be mesmerized by 15 to 25 foot waves. Whales cavorting in the ocean and...
Hale Makau – Luxury Poipu Vacation Home
Welcome to Hale Makau by Gather, a luxury retreat set within an exclusive 10-lot gated community in Poipu. This magnificent five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom estate offers the perfect blend of modern sophistication and relaxed island living. With sweeping Pacific...
This modern Princeville gem shines in comfort, luxury, and design
This modern Princeville gem shines in comfort, luxury, and design. Artfully remodeled and curated by published designer, special features include a stylish sunken living room and open concept living area with twenty-foot beamed ceilings. Relax inside with AC and ceiling...
Luxe Private Princeville Retreat Near Hanalei Bay!
Delight in the very best of Kauai from the comfort & convenience of this spacious private retreat! Perfectly situated in the heart of Princeville just minutes to Hanalei Bay, enjoy relaxing on Anini Beach, a round of golf at Makai Golf Club & luxury resorts simply a...
AC Ocean Views- Steps to beach
Experience beachside living in this top-floor 1-bedroom condo at Kiahuna Plantation, Poipu Beach, Kauai. Enjoy ocean views and cooling trade winds through oversized louvers. The lanai features chaise lounges, and the living room includes a queen sleeper sofa and TV. The...
Tropical Paradise Retreat in Princeville! Full Kitchen, Swimming Pool!
Set on the picturesque North Shore of Kauai, this resort offers stunning ocean and mountain views with easy access to Hanalei Bay’s beaches and hiking trails. Ideal for nature lovers, it provides a serene getaway close to local shops and dining options.This listing is...
4BR I Ground Floor Luxury Penthouse at The Villas | F100
Summary:F100 | TA-018-220-0320-02Wake up in paradise at Villa F100, part of the exclusive Villas at Poipu Kai. Enjoy tranquil garden views from your private lanai, cook gourmet meals in the fully stocked kitchen, and dine al fresco under tropical skies. Relax by the...
SPECTACULAR OCEANFRONT PENTHOUSE-Air Conditioned 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom, Full Gym
Poipu Makai B3 is located on a bluff a couple of yards from the water with stunning, full uninhibited views of the ocean. Enhance your senses – the visual beauty of the waves crashing against the shoreline and the gentle sound of the living and breathing sea. Spend...
KAUAI'S Plantation-style Paradise for 2! Peaceful North Shore Cottage 5-STAR!
**THIS RENTAL IS EXCLUSIVE TO VRBO - DO NOT RENT OFF CRAIG'S LIST OR ANY OTHER WEB SITE**If you are looking for the ultimate Kauai experience, then look no further! Located on the North Shore, the most desirable area of Kauai, known for its tropical lushness, sandy...
Hale Maluhia - Poipu Beach Estates Home with Heated Pool
Enjoy the luxury and comfort of our newest Elite home centrally located in Poipu Beach Estates. This custom home takes full advantage of many views and is also positioned to enjoy the fabulous trade wind breezes. The spacious and open great room has sliding doors that...
Watch for albatross and nene from ocean view beauty
Located on the North Shore of Kauai in Princeville, Ka Mea Nui is surrounded by lush tropical landscapes overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the 15th hole of the Makai golf course. The verdant golf course is a favorite playground for endangered nene (Hawaiian geese) and a...
Nestled in Unbeatable Location, offering a rare Combination of Comfort & Beauty
Nestled in an unbeatable location adjacent to the world-renowned 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, Hanalei Bay Villa #1 offers a rare combination of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty. The sunset proximity to our Villa is highly sought after, some saying the sunsets are the...
NEW! "Aloha Kai": Oceanfront at Lae Nani's Newest Renovation + AC + Free Laundry
Welcome to "Aloha Kai" -- the newest-renovated condo in Lae Nani. Here, modern design meets jaw-dropping, unobstructed ocean views. Inside: AC; a fully-equipped kitchen; stone countertops; all-new, comfortable bedding and furniture; and a spa-like standing shower await....
Oceanview Paradise at Kiahuna Plantation #207 w/ AC in Beautiful Poipu!
Brand new owners! Take advantage of our discounts for our new guests.Welcome to your slice of Hawaiian paradise at Kiahuna Plantation Unit 207 in sunny Poipu, Kauai! Nestled among 35 acres of lush tropical gardens, this spacious two-bedroom, two-bath condominium offers...
Private Family Oasis Centrally Located by the Beach & All the Local Activities
The Riverhouse at River Estate is a warm and inviting three-bedroom, two-bathroom sanctuary thoughtfully designed to blend timeless Hawaiian charm with modern comforts—perfect for families seeking both relaxation and adventure on Kauai’s North Shore. Inside, the...
Spectacular Oceanfront Penthouse, AC, Sleeps 6
Luxury oceanfront penthouse in paradise!From endless deep blue of Kalapaki Bay to emerald greens of the Hokuala golf course this penthouse is the kind of paradise you’ve been dreaming of. Perched upon the Kalapaki Cliffs, this location provides the ultimate...
Poipu Beach Plantation Style Cottage
This custom designed Hawaiian plantation style cottage is located just steps from Poipu Beach Park and Brennecke’s beach on a quiet dead end street. It is the perfect vacation retreat. Hale Honu was just completed in September of 2014 and was designed to fit in with...
Tiki Hut Cottage - Lush Tropical Garden,;Walk to Tunnels Beach TVNCU#5161
Capture the magic of this romantic cottage. Large picture windows, open beam ceilings and sky lights bring views of lush tropical gardens with towering Cook pines. Two covered lanais for pupus, mai-tais and outside dining. After an adventurous day on the Kalalau Trail,...
VOK29 Hawaiiana 3br 3ba Villa of Kamalii, AC, Pool
Professional photos coming soon. Located in the resort community of Princeville are the Villas of Kamalii, a gated complex located across from the Makai Golf Club. Enjoy lush garden, mountain and waterfall views from Villa #29, an end unit, split-level townhouse with...
Stylish Kauai Condo on the Beach
Swimmable beach right out front! Enjoy the ocean breeze and relax in our calm, stylish space. One of the best swimming beaches on island is downstairs. We even provide our surfboard for you to use!It feels like classic Old Hawaii here at the Islander on the Beach Resort...
New Listing! Peaceful Poipu Retreat Waikomo 200
Experience the perfect blend of serenity and convenience in this beautifully updated one-bedroom corner unit at Waikomo Stream Villas. Nestled among lush Hawaiian foliage, this modern retreat offers a peaceful jungle atmosphere while being just steps away from Poipu's...
Poipu Kapili 54 - Air Conditioned OCEANFRONT Townhome - Can't beat our views
Located in one of the finest resorts on Kauai, with only 60 units on five beautifully-landscaped acres of Poipu Kapili, this is the perfect home for your family vacation or couples' retreat. The entire home is airconditioned, but also is equipped with screened doors if...
Pali Nui – Gorgeous New Kukui'ula Villa
Jaw-dropping, breathtaking, spectacular: sometimes even the highest superlatives can seem like low-key understatement. Pali Nui—this uniquely gorgeous new Kukui'ula villa—is distinctively designed and stylishly curated, with artful décor, tropical allure, and delightful...
Island Touches w/Modern Kitchen, Wood Floors, Lanai, Flat Screen, WiFi–Kaha Lani 203
Castle Kaha Lani Resort #203 - This 739 sq. ft. vacation unit looks out over our resort. Unit 203 features relaxing tropical décor along with convenient touches such as a full kitchen with dishwasher, ceiling fans, dining area, flat screen TV, and WiFi. Sleeps 4 in 1...
Comfortable House close to beaches with Peloton Bike+ and 4 New Trek bikes
Very cute, Newly-remodeled cottage with a modern garage that has been turned into home gym with mat, weights, peloton bike+, and home office table, chairs and monitor. The interiors have completely been redone with new flooring, furniture, new kitchen countertops and...
Princeville Queens Bath House - 100 steps to Trailhead
Our house was designed to be the ultimate family vacation house. It has a 29' pool and exotic tropical hot tub with waterfall ! You'll love the fully opening sliding glass lanai doors, bringing the island style open feeling from the great room to the outdoor lanai -...
Tropical style Luxury Townhome, newly renovated - Paradise!
Located in Princeville on the island of Kauai, this beautifully fully redone property will have everything you will need for your vacation in one of the most beautiful places.The master bedroom features a king bed, television and an en suite bathroom. The second bedroom...
Large beautiful home with air conditioning! Walk to Beaches, Resort Pool
Aloha and E Komo Mai - Welcome to the Sunny Poipu Hale!The moment you walk through the tropical private atrium you'll feel right at home. This newly remodeled 4 bedroom/3-bath, 2-story house is nestled in a relaxing, family friendly resort neighborhood in walking...
Pili Mai Family Condo 5C, 3 Bedroom 3 Bath, Mountain View, Cool Lanai,
Pili Mai is the south shore's newest development and adjacent to Poipu's ocean view Kiahuna Champion Golf Course. Your dream vacation is waiting at this second story, 3 bedroom, 3 bath spacious condo. The lanai gives plenty of outdoor space to enjoy outdoor living for...
Steps to the Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located!
Steps To The Beach! Ocean Front Condo! 5 Star Views! Centrally Located!Aloha-We bet that because you’re reading this you’ve looked at the descriptions of many vacation rentals on Kauai. Likely all of them gave glowing descriptions of how wonderful they are – and no...
3BD/3BR Luxury Villa, AC, Pool, Walk to Beaches
Hosted by a proven 8-year Superhost with 100+ 5-star guest reviews, Sugar Sands Villas offers the value of a new listing discount with the peace of mind of experienced, guest-focused hospitality—all within the newest and most luxurious resort community in Poʻipu. Check...
Beautiful Kukui'ula Home With Great Lanai Space
New pool just added! This home has it all, private hot-tub, brand new pool, fire pit, 2,000 sqftlanai, and enough room for the whole family with over 3,000 sqft of insideliving space! - 5,000 soft totalThis home is special with it's open indoor/outdoor main living area...
Paulele Beach House - Charming "Old Hawaii" Home in Hanalei
Paulele is a beautiful Hawaiian-style home right on the closest beach road (Weke Rd.) on breathtaking Hanalei Bay! This tasteful and comfortable home has four bedrooms, five baths, a fully-equipped kitchen, and it comes with everything you’ll need for a wonderful visit...
Magnificent Mountain Views ~Near Beaches & Village
We've got everything you need to enjoy your holiday: bicycles, boogie boards, beach chairs, umbrellas, BBQ and many other amenities.Only a 15 minutes drive to Hanalei Bay, Hideaways and Aninni Beach and a short stroll to Queen's Bath plus the amenities of Princeville...
Beachfront Spectacular Ocean views, steps to white sand Beach & walk bike Path
Listen to the sound of the waves from this beautifully furnished corner unit and admire the views up and down the coast from the spacious lanai. Upgraded with granite countertops and travertine floors in kitchen and bathrooms. Unit 219 is very private with unobstructed...
Islander on the Beach ONE-BEDROOM unit #308, Top floor, incredible Ocean Views
NO RESORT FEE, FREE WIFI in the condo and FREE DEDICATED PARKING.Unique Top floor One-Bedroom unit #308 is one of the only two truly one-bedroom units available in the Islander on the Beach resort. It features a separate bedroom with a California King bed; living room...
Nihilani 2 BR Condo, Ground Floor, Pool and AC-34B
Set amidst lush, garden landscape and just steps from the resort's tropical pool and poolside lounging area, it can be your base for all the activities Kauai has to offer, or you can spend your days relaxing, meditating or heading out for all-day adventures. This is a...
Ocean Front Luxury Condo - Relaxing Comfort
Kuhio Shores 104 is on the ground floor of this amazing ocean front property. It is very special, perfect for Honeymoon, anniversaries, birthday celebrations, and is also a place where you can completely relax! We are also close to all of the South Shore sites and...
Newly Remodeled, Ocean View, Beachfront Paradise at Lae Nani
Lae Nani Condo unit 435 is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Penthouse unit with two ocean view lanais from the main living area and the master bedroom suite. Our remodel in late Spring 2024 included a full kitchen remodel, new flooring throughout and an update to both bathrooms....
Nestled among a championship golf course, Pili Mai is set in an ideal location on the island of Kauai’s south shore in Poipu Beach. This is Kauai's newest resort development and has a choice of two, three, and four bedroom luxury condominiums.This central Poipu location...