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Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home

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A wooden-paneled room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A golf course with palm trees and a lighthouse in the background.
A covered outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a grill, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
A wooden interior with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television in a wooden cabinet.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, and windows with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Hanalei Beach

Popular amenities

  • Lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Hanalei, HI
  • Place, Hanalei Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hanalei Beach Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hanalei Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Outdoor shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Hanalei

Located in Hanalei, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Princeville Botanical Gardens and Limahuli Garden and Reserve are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Hanalei, HI

What's nearby

  • Hanalei Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hanalei Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hanalei Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hanalei River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Black Pot Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanalei Poke - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪1 Kitchen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home on Nov 23, 2026 start from $388, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Puanani, Hawaiian for beautiful flower, family home located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Hanalei Beach Park and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Hanalei Bay. Hanalei Beach and Hoʻopulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay in Hanalei Bay! The location was perfect—conveniently close to both the beach and town, making it easy to enjoy everything the area has to offer. The property was exceptionally clean and thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed, from beach chairs to rain umbrellas. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, which made check-in and our entire stay seamless. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay

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: We had a wonderful stay at Puanani! The home was clean, comfortable, and conveniently located near both town and the beach. It was well-stocked with everything we needed, including thoughtful amenities like beach chairs and umbrellas. we highly recommend this beautiful family home and would happily stay the again. Mahalo for a wonderful experience!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location!

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: This house is located within walking distance to the beach and to the town for shopping and dining. The location was perfect for us!
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2026
Mahalo nui loa for your kind review! We look forward to your next visit! Aloha!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly, clean, exceptional communication from the hosts. Ideal location in a quiet neighbourhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2026
Mahalo nui loa for your kind review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon! Aloha!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cottage Getaway Perfection!

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: We loved this little house. Very clean and comfortable. The walk ability is great. Only downside is all the mattresses could use an upgrade! Too hard for perfect comfort. But that’s a personal preference. Maybe some memory foam toppers could be on hand for us picky people.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Cottage in Hanalei

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: Lovely, airy two bedroom cottage in Hanalei. perfect for beach and town access. Well-managed, clean and comfortable!
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 14, 2026
Mahalo nui loa for your lovely review! We're very happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you visit us again soon! Aloha!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house is just like in descriptions. Perfectly clean. Great localisation- close to restaurants, close to the beach. Bay view are best in life. Beach equipment in house was a great surprise. We only missed A/C device but due to fans in house we have been ok. There is no dishwasher, but it was no problem for us. All together: we are super happy about the choice! Would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint cottage in perfect location

Everything we needed for a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All nice and clean. 5 min walk to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 19, 2026
Mahalo nui loa for your review! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon! Aloha!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wife and sisterinlaw loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked. Very comfortable house in a great location. Loved the outdoor shower. Plenty of screened windows to let cooler air circulate.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is cozy, quiet, clean and fully equipped with everything we needed. The beach is a very short walk and the town of Hanalei too. We loved the lanai and yard. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Perfect location, nice and easy. Everything went great.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week in Hanalei!

We loved this home! Great location to the beach and town. Loved the local restaurants and grocery store. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2020
We are happy that you loved the home and found the location to be great. We look forward to having the opportunity to serve you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was amazing. Loved the property. Clean and beautiful, as advertised. We appreciated the extra towels and beach equipment. Only slight downside is low privacy with lots of open windows and nearby neighbors.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay! This home is so charming and has everything you could need. Extremely clean and the beds were comfortable. Note that the house does not have AC. We stayed in September and found we didn't need it, the fans worked well for us. We will stay again if in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and convenient location.Neighbor yelled at us one night because 6 people were talking on the lanai at 8:50 pm.Loved having the extra 1/2 bath & outside shower.Place was cute. Would rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Better Than Expected

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: Perfect location, size and amenities for our needs. Easy to find and management was responsive and attentive. Don’t have a single bad thing to say.
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 14, 2025
Mahalo nui loa for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that your stay at Puanani exceeded your expectations. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Aloha!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Hanalei

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was very clean and the location was excellent. For as much as we paid I did expect a little bit more amenities. I definitely think they should invest in a dishwasher. But otherwise I completely understand that we are paying for the location. Location and cleanliness was excellent. Also we were very happy that we could do late checkout if we paid for half a day stay. Which was essential since we have two young kids and a red eye that day.
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 2026
Mahalo for your kind review and feedback! We'll share your suggestions with the house manager and the owners of the property. We look forward to having you visit us again soon! Aloha!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay at Puanani

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: Loved our 10-dat stay in beautiful and excellently located Puanani. We hope to be back.
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2024
Mahalo nui loa for sharing your experience! We’re so happy you loved your stay. We’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime. Aloha!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay!

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: We returned to Puanani for the 2nd time - and loved it again. House is in great condition, location is very good, rental agency is excellent.
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2024
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We're pleased to hear that your second stay at Puanani was just as Enjoyable as the first. We look forward to welcoming you back for another stay. Aloha!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Puanani

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: Had a wonderful time
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great home!

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: We loved staying here! This was our third time staying in a property managed by KVRE and they have all been well kept well managed. This home was in really good shape, the stove was newer than the photos and it was a really enjoyable home base for our week in Hanalei.
Response from VrboOwner on May 7, 2025
Mahalo nui loa for your kind words and for being a returning guest! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Aloha!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing Spot

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: This was our second time at Puanani and it was just as great as the previous stay. The location is hard to beat, easy walk to everything, beach, shops and restaurants. We are already planning next year's trip.
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2024
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re so pleased to hear that your second stay at Puanani was just as great as the first. We’re excited to hear that you’re already planning next year’s trip and look forward to welcoming you back for another relaxing stay. Aloha!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Hanalei Cottage

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: Walking distance to the beach and town means perfect location! We love the outdoor shower! It’s a perfect little cottage for our family of 4. Can’t wait to go back next year.
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 12, 2024
Mahalo nui loa for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you loved the location. We’d be delighted to welcome you back next year for another stay. Aloha!
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