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Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic.

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On the beach
Pool
Outdoor dining
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 479 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Hanalei, Hawaii
  • Wainiha Beach Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Makua Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Haena Beach Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the area

Hanalei

This condo places you steps from Kepuhi Point Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of Wainiha Beach Park. .Condo features free WiFi, 2 bathrooms and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site Hot tub. Plus you'll find a garden.
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What's nearby

  • Makua Beach - 2 min drive
  • Hanalei Bay - 10 min drive
  • Ke'e Beach - 12 min drive
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 22 min drive
  • Hideaways Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪JoJo's Shave Ice - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic.

2024 Traveler Award winning rental, Hanalei Colony Resort I2 is unique among north shore Kauai condo resorts. These Hanalei vacation rentals are directly on the path to follow, just take a few steps and you're on the sand. And I2 is literally just a few steps to the beach, with absolutely amazing sea views from every room. The only way you could be any closer to the water is if you were actually on a boat! You can also take advantage of the restaurant and spa onsite, or prepare your own food in your apartment's full kitchen or on the gas grills provided. Pool, jacuzzi, guest laundry room, and barbecue are conveniently close.

Hanalei Colony Resort I2 is beautiful inside with a prime oceanfront location at north shore Kauai's only true beachfront resort. You can see the beach from your living room and bedroom windows, and once you step out onto the shady lanai, it's only a couple more steps and you're right there on the secluded sandy beach that fronts the property!

Inside, you'll find a full kitchen, with subway tile backsplash and custom cabinetry. There are two full bathrooms, recently refreshed. The first bedroom is furnished with a king bed, and the guest bedroom has a queen size bed. Both bedrooms can be closed off from the shared living areas with wooden louver doors that preserve the refreshing airflow while providing visual privacy. Note that sound will still carry, so if you're streaming a late-night movie, be sure to keep the volume low. The living room and dining area each comfortably accommodate 4 people. Your private (furnished) lanai is absolutely perfect for enjoying a morning cup of coffee or evening glass of wine while relaxing to the sounds of the surf and enjoying the cool breeze. There is a smart TV, and dedicated high-speed wifi is provided so you won't be completely cut off from the modern world. (Only as cut off as you wish to be.)

In addition to Hanalei Colony Resort I2's beautiful interior and perfect sea views of the beach just in front, guests can enjoy the swimming pool, jacuzzi, barbecue grills, and guest laundry room. You can walk next door to the Opakapaka Bar and Grill. Also located just across the parking lot is the Hanalei Day Spa. Just ten minutes past the charming town of Hanalei, you'll find that shopping and dining options are conveniently close. It's the perfect Kauai vacation rental for proposals, honeymoons, anniversaries, and other romantic occasions.

While wonderfully furnished and right next to the beach, please know that the development was built in simpler times. The units are smaller and have kitchens to match. Some normal amenities will be absent given the space and purposeful attempt to honor the simplicity of earlier times: you won’t find a dishwasher or washing machine in any of the units (there is a laundry room on the premises), and most units have no televisions (though wifi is available for those of us who can't escape work or want to stream our favorite shows).

As with most homes on Kauai, this vacation rental is NOT air conditioned.

Although this home has a dedicated high-speed internet connection, the speed and reliability of wifi cannot be guaranteed due to the remote location and the service being provided by a third-party.

Hawaiian Vacation Rental ID: TA-111-089-5104-02

Property manager

Kauai Kahuna

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Massage
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number GE-111-089-5104-02, TA-111-089-5104-02, 580110270035

Property is also known as

2416-229665

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic.?

Yep, Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic. is on Kepuhi Point Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, water tubing and body boarding.

Does Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic. have a pool?

Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic. has a pool and a communal pool.

What makes Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic. a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic..

Is there a private hot tub at Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic.?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic.?

No, Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic.?

No, pets are not allowed.

Seaside retreat - Twelve steps to the sand! Private and romantic. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Hanalei
A very nice laid-back area of the island. The beaches here are not swimmable but you are only footsteps from the ocean and the mornings are beautiful to see the sunrise from this location. Sandy Beach right outside of our lanai. Lawn chairs, umbrella and cooler are provided and there are grills available with refrigerators and sink at poolside.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
hard to beat
beautiful location, accurately described- we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we were looking for
We were looking for an out-of-the-way place with easy access to the beach. We were not interested in cooking meals so the small kitchen was not an issue. You could cook a big meal but it might be tricky. The best part was hearing the ocean, sitting on the lanai having coffee or a glass of wine. Then if you wanted, take a couple steps and you are on the beach. As stated, the place does not have AC which is typical. We were comfortable with just the breeze (January). Checkin/out super easy. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay on the north shore
We spent 4 days at the Hanalei Colony Resort, which is where this unit is. It was a good combo of a privately owned and managed unit with a resort structure, with a restaurant and grounds and maintenance crews. I’m afraid I can’t really recommend the food in the restaurant, which we found disappointing. But the unit itself was nicely furnished and the kitchen well stocked. The proximity to the ocean is great - this unit is oceanfront. And I got the best massage of my life from Ginger at the day spa there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy beach spot
You cannot beat this place for location. Listening to the ocean waves at night (and the stars!!) was magical. We were perfectly comfortable with the unit and enjoyed the pool and mellow community. It is a bit of a drive to the places to eat in Hanalei, so best to cook your meals or commit to a bit of a commute.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F., Sonoma County, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing stay
This complex is so peaceful and great location. The condo has amazing views. Great location. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, beautiful location
The unit is described accurately. Plenty of amenities for our family’s 4 day stay. The beach provided spectacular sunrises and sunsets, even visited by the native monk seal.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay at Hanalei Colony
We had a great time staying at this property! The condo is well-appointed (looks like recent remodel), spacious and in a fantastic location. As advertised, it is steps from the beach. We woke up to to amazing sunrises every morning. The location is a little remote (20 minute drive back to Hanalei), but benefits from being 3 minutes from Tunnels beach and 10 minutes from Ke'e beach. If you want a beautiful, tranquil place to stay where you can listen to the ocean, this is your place! I will say that the overall property needs a paint job for all of the railings (parts of the resort a little run down). But not a big deal -- and the inside of the condo was beautiful and well kept. Also, the (seems like recently added) pool/hot-tub/BBQ area is beautiful. The only thing keeping this from being a 5-star review was just some very minor stuff. Our bathroom was out of shampoo (we had to buy some), and the kitchen needed just a couple of small things for cooking (a bigger frying pan and a strainer for pasta). Also, if you book through VRBO (versus the property management) you don't get to use the property shuttle to town/beaches. But these are definitely first-world problems. Overall, a great place in a beautiful location that lived up to its marketing! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic with amazing views
First off, the location is perfect for people that like solitude. It's not busy and the oceanfront views are amazing. Listening to the waves crashing was perfection. It did get a little warm but not unbearable (and I get hot easy). The place was clean. The king bed isn't in the oceanfront room with attached bathroom so that was a little weird for our situation. The king bed also felt like some kind of air mattress, it wasn't super comfortable. I'm not sure I would stay again because they literally won't make sure you have enough toilet paper. I know. I know. That sounds ridiculous but come on....I texted them to let them know that we may run out and the response was that they couldn't get us some and we could go buy our own. I'm sorry but that is pretty dang basic and the fact that this is a known problem is just plain weird. They say they give you a "starter pack" of items but that isn't a thing. That is something they made up to make themselves not look so bad. EVERYWHERE provides enough toilet paper. They also charge for things like, if you use more than 4 towels, when 4 people are staying. The kitchen was OK stocked but we didn't use their stuff a whole lot. We didn't find a sheet pan to be able to cook a pizza. I really really wanted to love this place but I'm not sure if I would return literally based on the fact that I have to buy/bring my own toilet paper. That's just weird. (We didn't end up running out but we were close, no one likes that situation).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Return visitor-love it
Love location and tranquility Most especially the resident cat Leo!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a stay in North Kauai
The property is as advertised. Being at the very northern tip of the island is amazing and having the restaurant onsite with access to the Pool/spa was very nice. Proximity to all of the northern beaches is a real benefit including the one steps from the back door. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C., Urbandale

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
They don't lie when they say you are steps from the beach and you can listen to it all day long from the unit! The kitchen is awesome to be able to prepare meal and the this portion of the island is perfect for the island life with all the shops and restaurants but the small town feel and atmosphere that makes the location perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location for mornings on the Beach
Perfect sized unit and creative configuration for families with very young kids. We made full use of the walk out to the sand every morning. Our two-year old was a big fan of watching the waves while throwing back some longans.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Dennis P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Below Par
I have stayed in the Napoli Colony Resort many times since 1995 and this was a stay where the general room was disappointing. From water damage in the shower due to a second story apartment leak, to chairs that were falling apart underneath, to just one roll of toilet paper per bathroom for a 10 day stay, I was really unhappy. In addition, many of the other Colony Resort Apartments have much more comfortable beds and in general, a cleaner more professional attitude to the rooms themselves. We will not stay in E2 again. (If you wish to see the problems Ive described, I have taken pictures and videos of the issues we found - i would be happy to share them with you Dennis Passaggio
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the beach
Amazing location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Beautiful place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Blake R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best views on the north shore
The Kauai Kahuna is just what I wanted. It was right on the crashing waves with beautiful views of the mountains in a remote area just outside of Hanalei Bay. I loved listening to the waves at night and waking up to the sunrise in the morning. The flowers and the plants on the grounds are wonderful to look at as you walk in and out of the condo. We had a few difficulties with our stay but the staff at Kauai Kahuna found resolutions for us every time. The pool, bbq, and laundry that are onsite were very helpful and welcome bonuses too. I would gladly choose to stay here the next time that I come to the north shore Kauai.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathie K., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness
It really is just steps to the sand!
We stayed at 3 different properties on this visit, and I wanted one ON THE SAND - and this was it! You walk off the patio, across the grass past the next door unit...and on to the sand with nothing but the vast ocean in front of you. This isn't a swimmable beach, but that wasn't a priority here. The unit was cozy and comfy. Trade winds and fans kept us pretty comfortable - and it's like there is just a think veil between you and nature that way. We loved the proximity to Tunnels Beach and Hanalei, without being IN Hanalei. Onsite restaurant was just meh, but we didn't get a chance to try the coffee spot. This location does have more "critters" than other places we stayed, but we just kept everything in the fridge (everything!), and it was fine. Otherwise these teeny tiny ants would appear out of thin air on the counter! I would recommend, and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay! Just a few short steps from the beach in a gorgeous setting. Our only regret is that we didn’t stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Laurie P.

Winter break
Overall, our stay was great. The location was good because it was away from the hubbub of Kapaa and other busier island spots. Hanalei is a charming town with shopping, grocery, and good restaurants. The condo was right on the water as advertised and the resort area were cared for. It was roomy and pleasant. Wi-fi service was terrible to nonexistent. Even though we had been warned about this, our neighbors had good service. The floors had not been mopped and cobwebs were hanging from the fans and blinds. We were advised to bring extra toilet paper and soap, which we did. We had a three-week stay and believe that a cleaning should have been included in the fee. For what we paid, we feel like the Wi-Fi should have worked, TP, bath soap and one cleaning should have been included.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

travis j., Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, private and quaint place
The patio was as advertised, amazing view. Great ocean breezes. Private resort. Nice long walks on the beach. Good swimming area in the ocean to the left of the resort if looking out at the ocean. Otherwise bit tough I would imagine for kids wanting to be in the ocean swimming. Inside of the unit the reality is that it needs cleaned up. Not a surface clean after each guest, but a good ole deep deep clean. This did not wreck our stay but it is in need of updates. Both beds are in need of replacement. We are not trying to be picky guests, as we stay at all sorts of places. We just think reviews are what make peoples vacations particularly great or particularly bad. The unit sits next to a drainage or creek that flows from the mountains. It can or did have a strange smell on several occasions through your stay. Patio chairs - comfortable. Beach chairs and umbrella perfect. There is a unit above. You will hear the movements and voices of the guests above. This is lolder construction - the insulation does not dampen sound. Bring your own ice. The unit has one, 12 cube tray - 4 of them leak. Effectively you will have 8 cubes with each freezing. Not a big deal. Ice can be sourced. Not the first reviewers to mention this. Must not be an important item for management. Coffee pot was broken for our visit. Had a hole in it. Overall great location, feels dirty on inside - outside is where it’s at.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great remote location.
Nice clean unit. Adequately stocked in kitchen. Bring your own soap and shampoo’s, not provided. Technically not oceanfront as advertised, but a beautiful view. You are close enough to hear and enjoy the waves. Beaches are awesome. Restaurant on site is open and food is good.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
This was a really nice condo and we had a fabulous time here. The layout of the property is nice and the view was really good. It was the second condo back from the oceanside so the view wasn't as direct as we thought it would be based on the photos but it was fine. The only problems we had were the screen door to the lanai was broken/not maintained properly so that was a real pain going in and out to enjoy the lanai. There is no dishwasher here so you need to do the dishes before you leave, however, there was no stopper for the sink so you have to do each one by hand which was a real pain and time-consuming and was unexpected as we were getting ready to leave. Also, there were no ice cube trays other than broken pieces of one left in the freezer, which again, was a pain to try and get ice for cocktails on the lanai.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
There is so much to appreciate about this property and some things to know before you go. Being a downstairs condo, the access to the beach and view are amazing. Since there are people above you, the noise can be a bit off-putting. Services in the area are minimal due to location and covid issues. This unit is not managed by the resort and that has it's own limitations. No onsite assistance and no access to the park shuttle bus. In general, all good things to know before you go.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022