Christopher B.
Sep 29, 2025
Kitchen was exactly how it is pictured on the website. It was very clean with plenty of utensils and dishes. Only suggestion would be a pizza cutter Entry to property is very secure and grounds are well maintained. There seemed to be a resident cat as well who was friendly from a distance Location is great on the north shore as we went back and forth between Sharks Cove and Laie.
Five stars for cuteness, cleanliness and amenities. Great kitchen with everything you need to cook - not your usual holiday rental kitchen. Also loved the little touches like beach towels, tote bag, dishwashing liquid etc. The complex is walking distance to the Ritz Carlton Turtle Bay report, as well as the beach (across the golf course), and an easy drive to Waimea Bay, Sunset Beach, and so on. (Good to know: only the bedroom has AC and it doesn’t really make it to the kitchen/dining area. I would also like to make a constructive suggestion: blockout curtains. The sofa bed in the lounge room is quite comfy but the room is in broad daylight by 6 am because the current white curtains let all the light in. A cheap set of no-sew blockout curtains from IKEA would do the trick - same in the bedroom - for those of us who like to sleep in on holidays!) But otherwise, really lovely - thank you for having us. Recommend!
Excellent place. Loved it. Easy to get in. Great instructions.
The location was good for 4 days on the North Shore. The beach was farther away than the listing suggests which meant driving. Great food trucks nearby but grocery store is a bit farther so stock up before you arrive.
We loved the location close to the Ritz Carlton Turtle Bay, golf, horseback riding, and the beach. It was nice to not have to drive too far. Easy drive to the grocery store and we even went to a movie while we were here.
This review is not: discriminatory, inflammatory, offensive, or insulting comments. There is no reason not to post this:After staying at three different locations on the islands, we found this condo to be run of the mill at best. The fact that there was not an extra roll of paper towels, no coffee, sugar, creamer, laundry, pods, all of which were available at our other locations through VRBO . It seems the condo association manages this as a bare bones minimum. our Christmas Eve meal at the resort was overly expensive 700 for three people and was not nearly as good as other restaurants that were half the price at other restaurants throughout the islands.
Great trip. Booking was exactly as advertised. The space was comfortable, clean, and had plenty of room for the two of us. Thanks for a great trip!
Would stay here again for sure. Clean and great for my wife and I. We had a rental car while kn the north shore and this was a quick drive to great places. A quick walk to the resort area too for sunsets! Great place.
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
Location within a short walk of the TB resort and beach, and midway between La’ie and Haleiwa, is the strongest reason to stay here. Interesting walking trails ring the resort property. This unit #125 is bright, updated (loved the shower stall) and clean. For 2 people the layout is functional but unsure how it accommodates 4. Using the bedroom AC and fans kept the interior mostly comfortable until the afternoon sun flooded the living room. After reading reviews and receiving the contract from the management company, I had concerns about the stinginess of the amenities. For context, we’ve stayed in higher-end condos in Kauai, Maui (Ka’anapali), and the Big Island (Waikoloa). Welcome baskets are pretty standard, no? I never thought to pack shampoo and soap! Good news is it seems that there is more provided now than in the past. Dishwasher and laundry pods were provided (2-3 of each for a week stay). Coffee filters (no coffee or tea). One(!) roll of paper towels. Enough bath and beach towels. Nonstick cookware in newer condition. Two beach/lawn chairs. Safe required securing key from elsewhere so we did without. Our rental car suffered greatly from the birds in the tree over the assigned parking space. Pest control came in our last full day to spray. In sum, this stay exceeded my (admittedly low) expectations but fell short of our other (admittedly exceptional) island visits.
We stayed here for a girls weekend trip and had a blast! Property was excellent and comfortable.
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay at Turtle Bay condos at Kuilima. The only problem we had, having stayed at other resort condos, was the surprise that while there is a coffee maker no coffee, sugar, shampoo or conditioner is provided. Guests should be told to bring these types of items before arrival. It felt spartan for a visit that totaled (for two nights with all the VRBO fees) $500 a night. For other properties that totaled this much, one would expect basic amenities.
Overall, it was a good stay but would have like to know the following in the listing:
1. It is a 10-minute walk to the beach not a 1-minute walk.
2. It is low on amenities. It had 3 small towels for the beach and 2 dated, folding lawn chairs, not beach chairs.
3. Bring your own soap as the tiny bars provided last only a day.
4. A window mounted A/C unit in the bedroom only. The remainder of the unit has no A/C.
5. The dishwasher did not work.
6. The queen bed mattress is very dated and needs replacing.
I guess I would suggest a few updates on the unit. One of the selling points from the listing was that it stated it was a 1-minute walk to the beach. We were a little disappointed it wasn't so.
We had a great stay. The apartment is clean, nicely furnished. The area is nicely landscaped. The nature around the area is beautiful. There are nice hiking trails, beautiful beaches… Turtle bay resort is also walking distance, guests can shop at the hotel cafes/restaurants etc.
Unit was nice but the location was perfect for relaxing, enjoying the pool and walking/ jogging on the numerous beach paths.
I had so much fun staying in the Kuilima Estates. The property was nice and our room had a pretty view of the golf course. Communication with the property manager was inconsistent, as I had to sign a document with the information of the people staying here and did not hear back but overall I had a great time. Would stay here again.
The Turtle Bay condo is a terrific property and its location is ideal. Close to just about any North Shore beach, including idyllic spots right in Turtle Bay. The condo is well kept, a great size, and has everything you need for a great getaway! We would definitely stay there again!!!
Nice and clean. Nice view of the golf course. 7-8 walk to Turtle Bay resort. Kitchen poorly equipped for cooking if that's your plan. Beach chairs, Towels, and umbrellas severally lacking. For a beach condo, that needs immediate improvement. Would also be nice if rental company provided small shampoos like most do these days.
