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Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach

Condo with kitchen, near Poipu Beach

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pool
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

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Koloa, HI

Place, Poipu Beach
‪12 min walk‬
Place, Shipwreck Beach
‪17 min walk‬
Place, Lawai Beach
‪8 min drive‬
Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

King suite

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach

E Komo Mai – Welcome to Crater 26!
Your peaceful retreat in sunny Poipu starts here.
Enjoy garden views, open-concept living, and a private covered lanai — ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The fully equipped kitchen features granite countertops and modern appliances. The main level offers a guest bedroom with a queen bed and full bathroom. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a king bed, ensuite bathroom, and vaulted ceilings. Ceiling fans in every room capture the island's natural breezes.

Poipu Crater Resort Amenities:
Set within lush tropical gardens atop an extinct volcanic crater, this private duplex cottage offers access to a shared pool, sauna, tennis court, ping-pong tables, BBQ grills, dining areas, and lounge chairs.

Included in Your Stay:
Contactless check-in for a seamless arrival
Complimentary Wi-Fi & assigned parking stall
Private washer & dryer inside the condo
Beach gear: chairs, umbrella, small cooler, towels
Starter set of soaps, toiletries, paper towels & detergents
24-hour local property manager
Property guide provided for a smooth stay

Policies:
Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM
Early check-in/late check-out not available in advance
No gatherings or additional guests allowed
15% deposit due at booking
Refundable security deposit applies
Destination Kaua'i is a locally owned, family-run company committed to excellent guest service and responsible travel.

Prime Location:
A short walk to beaches and attractions:
Shipwreck Beach (5 min walk)
Brennecke's Beach (8 min walk)
Poipu Beach Park (10 min walk)
Sheraton Beach (5 min drive)
Grand Hyatt, Anara Spa & Poipu Bay Golf Club (5 min walk)

GE/TA License: 010-947-8912-01
TMK: 4-2-8-020-035-0026

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number GE-010-947-8912-01, 280200350026, TA-010-947-8912-01

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Koloa

Located in Poipu, a neighbourhood in Koloa, this condo is in the mountains and near the beach. Poipu Shopping Village and Shops at Kukuiula are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Poipu Beach and Makauwahi Cave Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Poipu Kai Tennis Center or Vidinha Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Koloa, HI

What's nearby

Brennecke Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Poipu Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Shipwreck Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Baby Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
Lawai Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

Lihue, HI (LIH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪Brennecke's Beach Broiler - ‬12 min walk
‪The Point At Poipu - ‬13 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
‪Puka Dog - ‬12 min walk
‪Keoki's Paradise - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach located?

Located in Poipu, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Brennecke Beach and Poipu Beach. Poipu Kai Tennis Center and Keoniloa Bay are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Grant C.

17 Sept 2025

Vacation rental

The VRBO was very clean and had all the supplies needed for a long weekend. Host was very attentive whenever something was needed. Would stay here again. Mahalo!

8/10 Good

Sandy B.

8 Oct 2025

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

Our stay has been great - our host is kind and responsive - location is great, you can easily navigate from here to all things Kauai - the accommodations are cozy and comfortable - evenings on the lanai under a sky lit up by full moon silhouetting the palm tree frond's accompanied by birds songs and a gentle breeze was lovely - beach gear is provided for spending time on the beach…So whatcha waitin for!?! The crater is calling ya!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

3 Jul 2025

Craters for the Win!

We had a wonderful time at Craters (our second visit) and highly recommend a stay based on location, comfort and amenities.

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

15 May 2025

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

Great location!

Wonderful location. Nice and clean.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philipp B.

30 Sept 2024

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

Nice Place,

We liked the stay here a lot. It's a nice House in a quiet area with the pool just opposite and close to The poipu beaches.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

19 Jan 2023

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

Great location for Poipu, but quiet. Wonderful pool and tennis court

Very much enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Home O.

9 Dec 2024

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

Peaceful Oasis

10 minute walk to the beach. Nice secluded complex with swimming pool and grills. A very peaceful location.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louie W.

19 Jun 2022

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

Great Cottage in a Great Location

The cottage had everything for a great vacation. It was very comfortable and the amenities included were outstanding. We will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cary K., NYC

19 Feb 2024

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

Great spot!

We really enjoyed staying at Crater 26! It’s a unique setting very close to the beach and area restaurants. Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

11 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The master bedroom and the lanai are outstanding.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Meagen W.

1 May 2024

Quiet, perfect location

The location is perfect! A quick run to Costco isn't too far away, and beautiful beaches are only a short walk or drive. We really enjoyed the beach chairs, boards and snorkel gear in the condo. Peaceful and quiet meals out on the lanai were a relaxing part of our trip. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and wanted. Would absolutely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

14 Jun 2021

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

Excellent Property!

Highly recommend this property! Perfect accommodations for a family of 4: bedrooms on separate floors gave everyone space; beach gear was available for use (chairs, body board); kitchen suited our needs. Very clean property with plenty of fans (no central air, but we were comfortable the whole time).

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

3 Jul 2021

The Perfect Place to Relax

We spent five days in the Poipu Crater. It was the perfect place to relax. Our unit had everything we could have possibly wanted.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elisa C.

9 May 2023

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

Ideal space and location

This stay was clean, quiet, spacious, and in a great location. Walking distance to several beaches and trails. So relaxing, I cannot say enough about it. It was the perfect place for my significant other and I, but would definitely work well for a small family, especially if you want kitchen amenities for cooking. The host was responsive to questions. We will definitely stay again in the future and will recommend to friends and family!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

3 Nov 2022

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

Fun in Kauai!

We had a great time in Kauai. Poppy Crater#26 was a great location. It was central to all the beaches and spots we wanted to go. After our days out, it was always nice to come back and enjoy the lanai. We ate all our meals out there and played cards most evenings. It was nice that it was covered. We had everything we needed. Appreciated having a desisignated parking spot. Had a great time!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

1 Aug 2023

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

Great location for exploring Kaua'i

We loved the location of this property. It was a short walk to the beach. The rest of the island was within a reasonable car ride. Restaurants nearby were excellent. We liked that there were boogie boards, chairs, and an umbrella to use on the beach. And access to the tennis court was fun for my kids. There were a couple of minor problems with the condo that were promptly taken care of once I got in touch with the proprietor. I would definitely recommend this place for a family of four.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

13 Nov 2022

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

Beautiful location

We enjoyed our stay. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds comfortable. It was warm even in November. The fans were great, but it was still a bit warm upstairs. There are some signs of wear like some peeling paint on the doors from humidity and a door didn’t lock, but for the price and location the house is excellent. The walk to the beach is a bit steep, but not bad. Communication was good. Overall very happy we stayed.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

6 Nov 2022

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

Great Rental

Nice big rental with everything you need a available. The no AC was a big concern going in, but in mid October the temperature was just cool enough at night to make it work. If it was hotter then it would def have been an issue.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Annemiek S.

31 Jul 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely resort

Poipu crater resort was lovely small boutique resort in a tropical lush setting. The vacation rental was very spacious. We unfortunately couldn’t use the lanai to often due to it being to windy. The house was not as clean as we would have liked. Kristen took care of that. The house can do with some Tlc for the price you pay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madisob A.

16 Aug 2022

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

Poipu beach, great stay

We all loved the Vrbo at poipu beach. It was a short walk to the beach, beautiful views and wildlife around the stay (banana and coconut trees, toads, snails, and other critters!) also close to everyone else who was staying in and around the resort. The pool is nice and warm and the condo was spacious. We did not know it didn’t have AC but it cooled down at night and had fans and was comfortable for sleeping. Additionally, the dishes could have been a bit cleaner. All in all, it was a great trip and wonderful stay at the crater.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerald E.

9 Oct 2023

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

September Stay

Property was as described. May be the time of year but was warm even with the ceiling fans. Would not recommend for older people,we are on our 70's, as the walk leading up to the unit is steep and has several steps which make getting the luggage in the unit difficult. The pictures do not show the elevation difference between the parking area and the entrance to the unit. Great place for younger people.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

maggie

1 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

It's very jungley like. You can hear tons of birds and roosters. We loved it, some might not. It's a little uphill to get to the condo but not to bad. There's a pool, ping pong table and grills right outside the building. It's a short walk to the beach about 10 to 15 min. Short drive to shops and restaurants, about 5 min. We ould definitely stay there again. Uber is hard tonget around in. Rental car is strongly suggested.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Arnold C.

29 Jan 2025

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

Real crater!

This is a nice clean comfortable unit with a beautiful well sheltered lanai that gets the morning sun, wonderful breakfast spot. We didn’t realize when we booked it but the name does hint at the fact that you are really in a crater. The turn off the street into the complex drops probably about 30 feet to your parking spot, then there is maybe 12-15 foot climb back up the sidewalk to get to the unit. We are able bodied so it wasn’t that big of a deal but we had planned on doing a little more walking from the unit to the beaches and shops. We ended up driving most places instead. This unit is pretty good value for your dollar I think with somewhat dated fixtures and furnishings but it was comfortable and functional. There was a shortage of Kleenex, garbage bags and no sink stopper for the kitchen sink and it seems the towels had been put away while still damp by the cleaners before our stay, so those were down points but all around we were quite satisfied.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Susan R.

24 Oct 2023

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

Nice but lacking a few things

We enjoyed our visit, thanks. Here are some suggestions: -- Include a set of instructions/helpful info about the rental, including operation of electronics, recycling, places to get groceries, restaurant recommendations, etc. -- Add a bath mat next to the upstairs tub (as-is, the one in vanity must be moved there) -- Add towel bars or hooks to wall(s) near the upstairs tub -- Include more toilet tissue in the rental -- Add soap or body wash to the upstairs tub -- Add fan above the table in the dining area -- Replace the circular table in dining area with a rectangular one (as-is, there's not enough room for someone to get around it if three people are seated in the chairs nearest the living room -- Relabel the light switches that currently say "Lamps" (they didn't seem to control anything; at least, we couldn't figure it out) -- Add a first-aid kit (maybe we missed?) Should be mentioned in the house instructions -- see first suggestion above. Thanks!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G., JANESVILLE

16 May 2023

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

Charming bungalow in lush, quiet community

A beautiful home in a lovely and well maintained garden complex. This property was the perfect size for two adult couples (late 30s) vacationing in Kauai for 5 days. We were worried about not having AC, but at the end of April, the unit caught nice breezes that kept the rooms perfectly comfortable. A small portable fan would be most welcome in the downstairs bathroom, as it became uncomfortably humid and warm when showers and laundry were running with no means of circulating air with the door closed. We really appreciated the large beach towels and high quality bath towels. I never travel without earplugs and an eye mask, and I recommend them to anyone coming here who prefers perfect darkness and silence for sleeping. I can't speak for the loft bedroom, but the main floor bedroom did let in some (not too much) light in the morning, and the sounds of birds, roosters, and critters of the (beautiful!) gardens. Come prepared and you'll sleep just fine. The pool area is lovely - complete with 8ft pool, lounge chairs, grill, shaded tables/chairs and more stunning tropical flora. The residents we met were friendly and welcoming. The assigned parking stall made parking hassle free, and the location of the quite community was very convenient. This was our favorite location of the places we stayed on our 3-island vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

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About the area

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10/10 Excellent

Grant C.

Vacation rental

Grant C.

8/10 Good

Sandy B.

Sandy B.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

Craters for the Win!

Kathryn P.

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

Great location!

Rhonda S.

10/10 Excellent

Philipp B.

Nice Place,

Philipp B.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Great location for Poipu, but quiet. Wonderful pool and tennis court

Stephen M.

10/10 Excellent

Home O.

Peaceful Oasis

Home O.

10/10 Excellent

Louie W.

Great Cottage in a Great Location

Louie W.

10/10 Excellent

Cary K., NYC

Great spot!

Cary K.

10/10 Excellent