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.
Sunny Poipu Condo w/ A/C close to Beach. Moir Garden and Partial Ocean View #301
Quiet & Relaxing garden view Condo with A/C at Kiahuna Plantation Resort. Inside the condo is newly renovated with island modern furniture, decor and photography by local artist, Steve Munich so you can enjoy the sights of Kauai indoors. There is a private, one bedroom...
Hanalei Bay Villas #36 - Ocean and Mountain View Condo
Hanalei Bay Villas #36 is a spacious three bedroom, two and a half bath, two story stand-alone condominium. Beach access is available past the newly renovated 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay next door. Views include the Hanalei Mountains and the open ocean. You enter the villa on...
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...
Huge Home with Pool, Jacuzzi & Water Slide! Sleeps 18!
Affectionately named “The Pool House” by our 4 little ones, this house is above and beyond its typical name sake. This sprawling 3,000 sq.ft. home boasts 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, with room to sleep at least 18 comfortably. A sleek modern kitchen, outdoor grill, 2...
Charming Anahola Studio Cabin ~ Short Walk to Beach
Mahinani's Farm offers a unique experience for visitors to stay in a peaceful location tucked directly between the mountains and the ocean.Our Tiny Studio Cabin is surrounded by soft rolling hills, giant royal palms, pines, coconut trees and flowers. Perfect for...
New Listing! Exquisite Golf Course Sanctuary
Exquisite Golf Course Villa: A Private Island Sanctuary with access to Poipu Beach Athletic Club!Welcome to Wainani Villas, where refined elegance meets the serene beauty and beach living of Poipu Beach. Nestled alongside the prestigious Kiahuna Golf Course, this...
Hale O'he: 2 BR Poipu Oceanfront Home
The Hale O’he (Bamboo House) is twenty feet from an intimate white sand beach. All levels have lanais which invite you to relax and enjoy our beautiful Hawaiian sunsets. The kitchen and dining areas are open and spacious. The home sleeps six and has two bedrooms and...
Hale Koolau Estate - Private Retreat in Haena with Hot Tub & AC
Hale Koolau Estate (Main House + Treehouse), Haena Permitted Vacation Rental Property - Permit ID: TVNCU #1017 and TVNC #1018Transient vacation rental is located in the tsunami evacuation zoneOn the north shore of Kauai, Hale Koolau Estate sits behind wooden gates and...
Serene Kauai South Shore Retreat, Full A/C, Walk to Beaches
The moment you step out to the private lanai and take a deep breath, the mind is instantly reset by birds chirping in the trees and the tropical foliage all around. You will appreciate the quiet and secluded vibe, yet with easy access to beaches, shops, restaurants....
DELUX family friendly accomodations in charming Princeville.
Get ready to relax in this terrific 2-bedroom condo in Princeville. This serene retreat offers a king bed, a twin bed, and two bathrooms with master bath with a jetted bathtub. Enjoy the additional living space with a cozy sofa bed. Take advantage of the fitness room,...
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...
Hanalei Plantation Road Home - Dream Retreat with Pool & Ocean Views
Escape to this beautiful Hanalei Plantation Road home, nestled in a prized neighborhood. Enjoy sweeping mountain and ocean views over Hanalei Bay. With 4 bedrooms, a gym, pool, and ample indoor/outdoor space, it's a dream retreat. Upstairs, find a bright living/dining...
Luxury king suite with A/C, Walk to Beaches & 1 Hotel Resort, Massage Chair
The Executive Wellness Suite: Massage, Full Kitchen & ACModern Coastal Luxury & Ultimate RelaxationWelcome to a bright, beautifully renovated studio loft designed for the sophisticated traveler who refuses to compromise on comfort. Featuring soaring vaulted ceilings and...
Poipu Sands 437: Updated Spacious 2BR Ocean View Condo, A/C, pool, tennis, beach
Welcome to Poipu Sands 437! This top floor ocean view condo is spacious, updated and comfortable, with a 300+ sq ft lanai overlooking the cliffs of Shipwreck Beach, perfect for turtle, dolphin and whale watching (in season). There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a...
Lei Ohana - Private Pool, Separate Guest House
Summary:Lei Ohana is a spacious Poipu retreat with a private pool, 3 bedrooms + den, and a separate guesthouse studio. Perfect for families and groups, it offers full kitchens, lush outdoor spaces, and an ideal location near Poipu Beach. Can be combined with Makanui...
Tranquil 1-Bedroom Haven in Kapaa, Kauai - Your Perfect Island Retreat
Welcome to our charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in the heart of Kapaa, Kauai! Perfectly located for exploring the island, this cozy retreat offers a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable living space, and a private lanai to enjoy the tropical breeze. Just minutes from...
Private, Peaceful Modern Retreat, Golf Views, 3/3, Lanai, AC, Outdoor Hot Shower
Open space & mountain views Covered lanai Easy access to walking paths Gas BBQ Outdoor hot shower Fully equipped kitchen Air-conditioned bedrooms Ceiling fans in every room Rich wood flooring Media room 65” Smart TV with YouTubeTV & streaming access 12” Queen-size...
Experience Unparalleled Oceanfront Luxury at Puu Poa Condo with a 5-star rating.
Welcome to your tropical paradise vacation! Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Kauai’s North Shore with spectacular oceanfront views and stunning sunsets from our elegantly designed, ultra-luxurious condo.Highlights:Location: Steps from a secluded,...
Luxury family friendly home within walking distance to Poipu Beach.
Honu House is located in sunny Poipu on the south shore of Kauai. This home was completed in March of 2019. Honu House is an open concept home with beautiful koa wood floors and 10' ceilings throughout, boasts 2 master suites on the main level with plush king size beds...
Hanalei Bay Villas #2, Beautiful Free-standing Hawaii Villa, walk to beach
Welcome to your tropical retreat at Hanalei Bay Villas #2 in Princeville, Kauai.Unwind at the adorable and comfortable free-standing 2-story villa located in the prestigious community of Princeville! This spacious, fully furnished 2 bedroom and 2.5 bath stand alone...
Kauai Exclusive - Pane Makai Turtle Suite - Steps to the Beach!
Summary:With ample room and durable bamboo decor, this plantation-style beach suite is less than a minute's walk to the beach. This spacious, air-conditioned home sleeps up to eight people and is the perfect gathering place for family, friends, and loved ones. This...
Maluhia at Wainani - New Poipu Home with Private Pool & AC
Maluhia at Wainani is a fresh and stylish modern villa with all the amenities one desires while on vacation. Tucked back away in the quiet part of Poipu, but still perfectly located near the beach, this home is the idea vacation spot. Centrally located in Poipu Beach...
Now Booking! Enjoy your next vacation in our newly remodeled condo! Pool, A/C!
New listing and availability just opened for this brand newly remodeled, stunning studio condo! Our condo is perfect for a honeymoon stay or romantic getaway with a gorgeous garden view and air conditioning! The condo features a king bed, small dining table and chairs...
Marriott Waiohai Beach Club: luxury 2 bedroom on Poipu Beach oceanfront resort
Please choose a Friday through Sunday check-in and enjoy a seven-night stay.Thank you for choosing Dash Realty Group of Windermere, Florida. We are a registered Fla. Seller of Travel Ref. No. ST42435.Our rates reflect garden/island views. Ocean view/oceanfront villas...
Hawaiian Chic Crater Retreat-Private crater oasis with a serene pool, near beach
Skip the crowded resorts and experience why we are a "Guest Favorite" in Poipu and the island of Kauai.Hawaiian Chic Crater Retreat is a private Hawaiian tropical oasis tucked inside a lush, secluded crater — just a short walk to world-famous beaches (with slight hills...
Ocean/Sunset Views - Full A/C- Giant Heated Pool - 3 Primary Suite Luxury Poipu
Elevate your vacation rental experience with this exclusive "Hawaiian Modern Architecture" luxury villa in Poipu's premier resort neighborhood, Kiahuna Golf Village, less than a mile from the best beaches and restaurants of Poipu Beach. This exceptionally private, one...
Marriott's Waiohai Beach Club - 2BR Island View
This timeshare condo is located within the Marriott Vacation Club’s Waiohai Beach Club resort on the lovely south shore of Hawaii’s Garden Isle, Kaua’i. This is a spectacular beachfront resort with lush grounds and lovely outdoor pools. All condos (“villas” in Marriott...
Steps Away From Poipu Beach * A/C * Newly Remodeled * Family Friendly
Remodeled bright, beautiful, breezy top floor, corner unit in Building 23 on Kiahuna Plantation. Located 100 yards from Top 5 Rated Poipu Beach. Fabulous expansive views of gardens, twin bridges and lagoon. A new cal king bed in the master and a new queen sleeper sofa...
North shore Kauai w/AC & pool, near beaches
Whether you are coming to Kauai to golf, surf, snorkel, the beaches, Hawai'iana, or just relaxing, you'll not find a better place at this price (Standard Occupancy is 2*). Perfect for two, Hoku Lani, is located close to the entrance of Princeville giving you easy access...
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...
Elegant Poolside Penthouse with Private Elevator
Summary:F300 | TA-018-220-0320-02Experience elegance in our Poipu Penthouse Villa, boasting luxury designer furnishings and gourmet kitchens. Stay cool with central A/C and enjoy elevator access directly into F300. Relax amidst tropical views and exceptional luxury in...
Beautiful Poipu AC, Walk to Beach, Pool and Tennis KP117
PROPERTY DESCRIPTIONWelcome to Sunny Poipu Beach! This newly remodeled Kiahuna Plantation leaves nothing to be desired! Relax on your private lanai overlooking the garden while being steps to the sand. Surf spots, long walks and lifeguarded beach are at your fingertips....
Spectacular Views of Hanalei Bay and Bali Hai
Kauai’s Most Breathtaking Views at Hanalei Bay ResortWelcome to your Kauai paradise. Unit 9202 is located in the renowned Bamboo building which features the most stunning views of Hanalei Bay and Bali Hai. This large fully air conditioned 900 square foot, one bedroom...
Kiahuna Plantation Resort 203 Ocean View 2 BD 2 BA
This airy two-bedroom condo features ocean views and island charm, just moments from the sand. A peaceful, well-equipped retreat for families or friends looking to enjoy Kauai’s coastline. Unit 203 Ocean View 2 Bedroom 2 Bath• Two-level condo in building 32 with...
Glorious ocean and Bali Hai views from this ground floor, air conditioned home
This immaculate luxury condo, perched on an emerald bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, offers spectacular views of the surf and the famous Bali Hai mountain range. On Kauai's North Shore, near Hanalei Bay, this 1700-square-foot, ground-floor unit is found in the...
Hale Leilani: Kukui'ula Plantation Villa with Ocean View & Pool
Luxuriously appointed, supremely spacious, and overflowing with tropical charm, this stunning new plantation-inspired home in Kukui'ula is superlative in every way. The entire property—poetically christened Hale Leilani—embodies the most appealing aspects of a modern...
Puamana Maluhia - Princeville Two Bedroom / Two Bathroom
Come and relax in our newly renovated, two bed, two bath condominium on Kauai's famous North Shore. Adventures abound so rest assured our place will be your spot to rejuvenate. Surrounded by cool coastal towns like Kilauea and Hanalei, Puamana is centrally located...
Ground-Floor Ocean View W/Lanai–Kaha Lani #105
Castle Kaha Lani Resort #105 on the ground floor: Set on the ground floor with ocean views, this one-bedroom/one-and-a-half-bathroom condo features bright and airy interiors with oversized windows. Calm earth tones, ornate finishes, and pops of tropical-colored patterns...
Kauai Oasis - Luxury 6 BR Kukui'ula Estate with Infinity Pool
Magnificent, spectacular, and amazing describe Kauai Oasis, a brand-new 2024 Kukuiʻula retreat. This luxurious home offers sweeping views of the ocean, Kukuiʻula golf course, Hā‘upu mountains, sunrise, and full moonrise. Watch the Milky Way and meteor showers from the...
Luxury Condo at Whalers Cove (Unit 135)
Luxury waterfront Condo with fantastic view! Unit 135 at Whalers Cove is a waterfront condo. Elegant furnishings and great amenities throughout add to the comfort and enjoyment of its guests.This gorgeous, upscale Condo resides on the top two floors, in the middle of...
Nihi Kai 802 Sunset Spectacular, Ocean Views, w/AC
Summary:Enjoy spectacular sunsets and sweeping ocean views at Nihi Kai 802, a beautifully remodeled 2BR/2BA condo with full A/C. Located just a short walk to Poipu Beach and Brennecke’s Beach, this spacious retreat features an upgraded kitchen, modern bathrooms,...
Hale La- Luxury Beach House with Central Air Conditioning!
Hale La in Kekaha, Kauai~ TVNC-4251 TA-000-602-1120-01Imagine spending your next vacation at one of the most beautiful properties on Kauai! Your days are filled with exploring miles of white sand beaches steps from your luxury vacation home, hiking the adjacent Waimea...
Hale Pohaku Kai: Poipu Seaside Stunner
Hale Pohaku Kai is a paradise of paradoxes: elegantly furnished, yet casually comfortable; spacious & airy yet cozy, too; wonderfully private, but with Poipu’s world-class sandy beaches, parks, restaurants, shopping & lively local events only a few minutes away. The...
BEST Ocean Mountain Views, AC, Heated Pool, Pickleball
Unit 833 at Nihi Kai Villas: The best view in Poipu! Recently updated Fall 2025. Unparalleled ocean, coastline and mountain views from this top floor expansive lanai open to a ten mile coastline view and the central and highest mountains on Kauai - Mt. Kawaikini and Mt....
Ocean View Hanalei Bluff House With Pool
Discover Hanalei Bluff House located in Princeville overlooking the beautiful Hanalei Bay. This stunning newly constructed 3 bedroom 3.5 bath open concept house offers a salt water pool and the best of cool style and modern tropical living. Hanalei Bay, ocean, mountain,...
The Lodge at Kukui‘ula - Bungalow 16
Bungalow 16 at The Lodge at Kukui'ula offers a luxurious retreat on the stunning south shore of Kaua'i. This exquisite three-bedroom, three and a half-bathroom vacation rental is designed to accommodate up to six guests, making it ideal for families or groups seeking an...
Lei Hali'a - Steps Away from Poipu Beach with A/C!
Located just steps away from the world famous Poipu Beach and Brennecke’s Beach on Kauai’s sunny South Shore, Lei Hali’a is ready to help you create lasting vacation memories from this island paradise. From the spacious and comfortable outdoor living space provided, you...
Stunning Oceanfront Views, 2+bedrms, Beautifully Renovated Condo In Poipu, Kauai
Located on a picturesque lava bluff, our top floor condo offers privacy, cooling trade winds and panoramic ocean vistas which a camera can't begin to capture. Crashing waves, migrating whales and sunrise/sunset views are what you'll see as you relax on the lanai or in...
Charming apartment in delightful Koloa with fitness room, AC, WiFi
This amazing apartment in Koloa is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by guests.Charming, newly updated condo with AC, just steps from the ocean. Blending historic Hawaiian plantation style with modern comforts, this serene retreat is perfect for families,...
JC Surf House: Elegant 5BR with Pool, BBQ & Ocean Views
Welcome to JC Surf House, a relaxed 5-bedroom, 5-bath island haven tucked within the exclusive Kukui‘ula community on Kaua‘i’s sunny South Shore. Spanning approximately 2,900 sq ft of breezy indoor–outdoor living, this two-story retreat blends modern comfort with...