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Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites.

Fun on the beach, near Nawiliwili Harbor

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180 degree view of Kalapaki Bay. West facing with incredible sunset views.
View of the harbor and docked cruise ship.
Indoor/outdoor living with ocean views and breezes.
Indoor/outdoor living with views of the beach.
Open concept living and dining–inside & out!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 102870 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lihue, HI
  • Place, Nawiliwili Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalapaki Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nawiliwili Harbor
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Secondary bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Third bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites.

Hale Pali Kai — Luxury Oceanfront Vacation Rental in Kalapaki Bay, Kauai
Experience the perfect blend of comfort, tranquility, and adventure in paradise.

Welcome to Hale Pali Kai, your dream oceanfront Kauai vacation rental perched high above Kalapaki Bay. Translating to “High Cliff House” in Hawaiian, Hale Pali Kai offers breathtaking views, luxurious comfort, and an unbeatable location between two of Kauai’s premier resorts.

Float above the turquoise waters, watch sea turtles glide below, and enjoy fiery sunsets from one of three private lanais—a front-row seat to the magic of Kauai.

Oceanfront Luxury with a View That Takes Your Breath Away

Situated on the Kalapaki Bay Cliff, our home faces directly west, offering dramatic sunset views over the mountains and ocean. Soaring 16-foot ceilings and 12-foot sliding glass doors create a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience that brings Kauai’s natural beauty right into your living room.

Relax to the sound of the surf, the whisper of palm trees, and the gentle island breeze.

Prime Location Between Kauai’s Finest Resorts

Hale Pali Kai sits between the Timbers Kauai Resort and the Royal Sonesta Resort, placing you steps away from fine dining, spas, and resort amenities.

Through ResortPass.com, you can access resort pools, cabanas, and daybeds for a true five-star experience. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, our location lets you enjoy the best of both privacy and luxury.

Designed for Comfort, Inspired by Kauai’s Spirit

Spread across 3.5 levels, Hale Pali Kai offers comfort, privacy, and a genuine sense of home:

• Two oceanfront master suites with private lanais and spa-style bathrooms overlooking the bay

• Guest bedroom with two queen beds and central A/C

• Open-concept living and dining area with panoramic ocean views

• Gentle trade winds, ceiling fans, and a mostly bug-free environment thanks to our oceanfront elevation

• All main living spaces are air-conditioned, and the home’s thoughtful design captures the island’s natural airflow for year-round comfort.

Endless Activities at Your Doorstep

At Hale Pali Kai, every day is an opportunity to explore:

Walk to Kalapaki Beach for swimming, surfing, or paddleboarding

Golf at Hokuala Golf Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus — guests receive Kamaʻāina discounts

Play tennis, hike nearby trails, or relax on the sand

Enjoy boutique shopping and local dining just minutes away

Best of all, Lihue Airport is only 7 minutes from your door—so your vacation begins the moment you land.

Discover Kalapaki Beach — Kauai’s Hidden Gem

Featured in Only in Hawaii, Kalapaki Beach is celebrated as one of the most breathtaking beaches in the islands. Its calm waters, golden sands, and palm-framed shoreline make it perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or simply watching outrigger canoes glide across the bay.

Despite its central location near the harbor and resorts, Kalapaki remains a peaceful, uncrowded slice of paradise—a true Hawaiian sanctuary.

Your High Point in Paradise Awaits

Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a family getaway, or a golf retreat, Hale Pali Kai offers the best of luxury, location, and island charm.

Enjoy the privacy of a home with the perks of a resort—and let Kauai’s natural beauty take your breath away.

Book your stay at Hale Pali Kai today and experience the ultimate oceanfront vacation rental in Kauai.
Some of our reviews/guest comments:

'As beautiful as the pictures are, they don't do the house justice-I loved it!

'Great pad! State of the art everything! Clean, new, location, value! Why stay at a hotel when you can stay at this home?!

'This place is the BOMB' To put it our teenagers words

'This place is top notch in every way!'

'Truly an architectural gem that makes you feel like royalty'

Registration Number: TA-021-885-9008-01, 350020290002, GE-021-885-9008-01

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Amenities

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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Please take any trash out to the bins out front. Please start a load of beach towels. Mahalo
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number TA-021-885-9008-01, 350020290002, GE-021-885-9008-01

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Lihue

Located in Lihue, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Ninini Point Lighthouse and Grove Farm Homestead are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lydgate Beach and Smith's Tropical Paradise. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Vidinha Stadium or Poipu Kai Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lihue, HI

What's nearby

  • Nawiliwili Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kalapaki Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kauai Lagoons Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nawiliwili Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Kauai - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Musubi Truck - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lilikoi Bar and Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kind Koffee Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hualani's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites. located?

Located in Lihue, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Nawiliwili Bay and Nawiliwili Harbor. Kalapaki Beach and Kauai Lagoons Golf Club are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming. The view is amazing. The high ceilings in the living spaces are dramatic. Bathrooms very spacious and welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is in a great location. The views are amazing, snd an easy walk to the beach. It is also very well stocked with everything you would need to cook, and beach items.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying at your home and we truly enjoyed ourselves. We are taking back with us tons of memories. Thank you.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salena C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing! We were convenient to every place we wanted to go on the island. We could easily get to Waimea and beat the crowds, to Sleeping Giant for a sunrise hike, and it was an easy drive to the north side to spend time at Anini Beach. The view is amazing, and we looked forward to coming back each evening to watch the sun set over the mountains.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy m.

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

Fantastic Space & Location

We loved this condo....a private bedroom for each of us (3) great views off the balconies...sea turtles, surfers, the bay and beach, rainbows everyday before us, perfect location: could walk to a variety of restaurants, shopping, booked the Royal Sonesta Resort pool when needed, beach just a short walk away and plenty of chairs, etc for lugging to the beach....great stay for our 70th birthdays!
Full rainbow
Sea turtle from the balcony
View from the balcony
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house fit our family of 9 beautifully-lots of space to spread out & be comfy! Our family typically prefers eating in & this kitchen was ideal for that. It was well stocked to accommodate lots of cooking-plus lots of extra garbage bags & dishwasher pods helped, too. Loved the fabulous view & watching the sea turtles right below - even saw some stingrays & spinner dolphins! Both the host & manager were wonderful to respond quickly or answer any of our questions.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

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

Beautiful location!!

We had a wonderful time during our stay at this beautiful property! The location was perfect! The views were amazing!! The house was clean and stocked with everything we needed to be comfortable. The beds were super comfy! The only issue we had was upon arrival we were notified that the air conditioning was broken in the main part of the house but they had already set up 2 portable units to keep things cool so it wasn’t bad at all. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa Jadd H.

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

Stunning Views, Great Location, Perfect Space!

We loved our stay with our family here in Lihue. It was a centralized location to be able to get out and explore the island, but still had walkable restaurants, gym(KAC), and the beach. The space was perfect as each room had its own onsuite bathroom which allowed for some privacy when needed. Kendra was great and accommodating! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience- oh and that view!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome!

Beautiful property. Very clean, very responsive host!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam O.

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

Awesome views, close to adventure and relaxation

Memorable Thanksgiving holiday with family. Clean, well stocked (beach chairs, coolers, snorkels, umbrella, and more), with unforgettable views from all 3 levels. Gonna be hard vacation to top.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

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

Amazing stay

Great location nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

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

Stunning

We loved our family time in this beautiful home. It was the perfect location for the family wedding at Timbers next door. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

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

Stay in Lihue

We love staying at this location - I have rented this spot three times. The location of the property cannot be beat - it is central to everything one may want to do on Kauai, but also has plenty of local/walkable amenities. The living space is a great place to spend time with family with a large amount of space, wide open windows and views. Louise and Kendra are responsive to any issues that may arise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candra C.

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

Dad's 82nd bday Getaway

Great location to our activities. Wonderful views of sunrises and sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Terrific place

Situated on a cliff overlooking the Bay, walking distance to both the beach and the Ocean Course at Hokulua. Exceeds expectations ‼️
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

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

Great location

Very spacious, great location, VERY clean. Wonderful tips from owners on dining, snorkeling, hikes... Would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

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

Great visit

We had 3 couples with us and it was a perfect stay. Would come back again any time
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

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

Stay

Love everything about this properties
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan Y.

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

Amazing house, great host!

Beautiful views, amazing modern home, very clean, easy to use as a base to explore the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Amazing!

This property was absolutely wonderful! The views were stunning and the beds were incredibly comfortable. It was lovely being able to walk down to the beach and the access to all their beach toys was lovely. I do wish there was a remote for the garage to be able to pull in & out of with ease instead of having to jump out of the car to run and open/close the garage. And oddly enough non of the slider doors seemed to lock but we felt safe enough that we didn’t let it bother us too much. Overall, I would 100% stay here again! It was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

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

Idyllic Island

A super fun activity vacation based at Louise’s lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandi H.

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

Amazing vacation home!

This house is incredible. Perfect for our family of six. Has everything you need to enjoy your vacation. Sand toys/flippers/wagon to carry your beach chairs. Even a cooler. The location is perfect, so much so we wouldn’t stay anywhere else if we came back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

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

Stunning and perfect location

The setting on the bay is perfect. Easy access to restaurants. You basically feel like part of the resort but you’re not. Beautiful way to wake up and go to sleep each night, listening to the waves of the ocean
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Amazing property with a great location!

This house was great for our extended family coming together. The rooms were spacious and the views were unmatched. It was a quick walk to the beach, golfing and other lovely views. We would definitely stay here again as Louise and Kendra, the property owner and manager were incredibly helpful attentive and made our stay better. We hope to come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raghu T.

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

Ocean views

convenient location with great views from every room. Teenager approved!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Louise Robertson

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I live in central California, but I have vacationed in Kauai for many years and I am very familiar with the island. I am new to hosting on VRBO, but I'm not new to hosting. I have privately rented my home in Santa Barbara & my home in Las Vegas is the past. We are a small family of 3, who love nothing more than enjoying the warm oceans around Kauai. We want to share this wonderful experience with everyone. The islands Aloha spirit is truly unique and has left a big impression in our lives. Please contact me any time with questions regarding both the home or Kauai. louise@rw-west.com

Why they chose this property

The most amazing views you'll find on Kauai, coupled with the resort surroundings of the Timbers, and Royal Sonesta resorts. Our beach is fantastic, and the location is centrally located on the island. Perfect spot to spend a day on the south/west coasts for a trip to Waimea Canyon, and catamaran trips. Another day a trip to the north shore. Close location to the airport, and walking distance to many fantastic restaurants. Top it off with the world class Jack Nicklaus designed ocean golf course across the street!

What makes this property unique

The location can't be beat. We are centrally located on the island so you can enjoy both the South & the North side of the island easily without missing out on one or the other. Costco, Target and all the main shopping and facilities are in Lihue so you don't need a car! The beach has everything! Great for surfing, SUP, boogie boarding–the lot! 3 levels of oceanfront living in a new, modern, clean designed home. There's central AC for the main living areas and split AC for the two ocean front suites. You can have it all!

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