Kauai, known as the “Garden Isle,” is one of the most tranquil of the Hawaiian islands, famous for its breathtakingly lush wonders, including cascading falls that plunge to hidden pools, verdant valleys, and of course, many colorful gardens. It also boasts idyllic stretches of sand edged by clear turquoise water for swimming and snorkeling, dramatic cliffs and rugged canyons. To make the most of your stay, consider one of these fabulous Airbnbs as the perfect base.
Hale Lani Luxurious Oceanfront Cottage - Kilauea
If you’re looking for a romantic hideaway, this one-bedroom retreat may be ideal, set on a private knoll offering panoramic views of the ocean and mountains. Hale Lani, which translates to “Heavenly Home” enjoys 34 private oceanfront acres on the island’s most exclusive road, a place where A-list celebrities often stay. Look forward to relaxing on the lanai with sunset and Pacific views, enjoying the beauty of the tropical gardens and cooking your meals in a gourmet kitchen. The bedroom has a Cal-King bed and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors so you can wake up with an ocean view too.
Poipu Vista Villa: Fantastic Views and Walk to Beaches - Koloa
Located in Poipu Kai Resort, this custom-designed villa will put you close to Poipu Beach, one of the best for snorkeling on Kauai. Enjoy beautiful ocean and mountain views, with its design bringing the outdoors in. Sleeping up to a dozen guests in five bedrooms, it’s great for large families, those bringing extended family or groups of friends. It includes a long list of high-end features like a 40-foot wall of glass-paneled mahogany doors that lead out to your private tropical garden with a lava rock sunken spa, pond, colorful flowers and vibrant greenery.
Hale La-Air Conditioned Luxury Ocean Home - Kauai
One of the best Airbnbs in Hawaii, this luxurious five-bedroom home sleeps up to 11 and sits right at the ocean’s edge, putting miles and miles of white sandy beaches steps from your door. You’ll have easy access to hikes in Waimea Canyon and boat tours to one of the world’s most stunning places, the Na Pali coast. It includes an oceanfront lanai where you can look forward to watching sunsets over the Forbidden Island of Ni’ihau, along with all the other essentials, like a full kitchen, TV and Wi-Fi. Complimentary snorkel gear, a beach umbrella, beach towels, and beach chairs are provided for a fun day at the beach too.
Romantic Garden Cottage - Hanalei
This cozy cottage for two is nestled on an acre of “garden paradise” right along the Wainiha River. As it sits atop a bluff you’ll have an incredible view, while spectacular beaches are just a short drive away. After a day of play come back and swim in your own private pool and relax in the hot tub, gazing up at the starry night’s sky after dark. The yard is filled with colorful flowers, exotic birds, and fruit trees – guests are welcome to pick bananas and papayas. The property includes a 200 foot, private stream for a refreshing dip, while the cottage itself includes Wi-Fi, a TV, washer/dryer and a kitchen.
Beautiful Hanalei House - Hanalei
The two-bedroom Hanalei House features traditional Hawaiiana decor and a spectacular island setting. Hanalei village’s shops, restaurants and nightlife are all within walking distance. Hanalei Bay, one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, is just a block and a half away. The house accommodates a maximum of four, with a Cal King bed in one bedroom and a king in the other. It includes all the necessities plus a hot tub, ideal for soaking after a day of hiking the trails or playing on the beach.
Hawaiian Style Oceanfront Home - Princeville
This three-bedroom villa on the North Shore sits atop an ocean bluff bringing in a gentle sea breeze and jaw-dropping views in nearly every direction. It opens to the north to showcase a view of the Pacific, and to the south, it looks out to the lush green valley, soaring emerald mountains laced with waterfalls and frequent rainbows. From the scenic cliff overlook, you can sip cocktails while watching the sunset and whales during the season. It includes complimentary access to beach towels, snorkel gear, boogie boards, cooler bags, beach chairs, and umbrellas.
The Hawaiian Waterfall House - Koloa
This stunning estate in exclusive Kiahuna Golf Village offers three bedrooms for up to eight guests. It combines old Hawaii with ancient lava rock walls and spectacular new age architecture for modern appeal. You’ll have your own private pool and breathtaking mountains, with easy access to beaches and golfing, with the course’s rolling greens giving way to the ocean and your own private pool provides a personal paradise with stunning mountain views nearby. Enjoy a gourmet kitchen and lots of indoor and outdoor living and dining spaces too.
Walk to Beach and Sunset, Mountain and Golf Course Views - Princeville
This gorgeous four-bedroom home accommodates up to nine guests and includes a path that will bring you to the best beach in Princeville, Puu Poa, with just a short walk. You’ll have access to surfing, swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking and hiking, along with outstanding golf at it sits atop the 2nd green of Makai Golf Course. Relax and dine on the expansive furnished verandas and enjoy the distant ocean, mountain, waterfalls, waterfall, golf course and sunset views. Just a few of the other highlights include a fully equipped kitchen, a gas BBQ grill and a spa-like master bathroom with a soaking tub.
Honu Hale - Princeville
This three-bedroom Princeville home lies within walking distance to shops, parks, restaurants and trails that lead to beaches. Ideal for up to six guests, each one of the bedrooms and the living room has its own Smart TV. You’ll have a washer and dryer along with a well-appointed kitchen that has all the essentials for making your own meals, including a microwave and dishwasher. There are extra special touches too, like a welcome basket and beach gear.
Oceanfront Haena Cottage Steps to the Beach - Hanaelei
A beachfront/oceanfront cottage with panoramic views of the Pacific from every room, this rental offers a secluded paradise just five steps from the beach next to one of the most famous stretches on the island, Tunnels Beach. It’s the perfect place to watch for humpback whales in the winter and you might catch a glimpse of sea turtles too. It sleeps up to four guests in one bedroom plus a queen-size sofa bed and includes a full oceanfront bathroom where you can soak in the tub while enjoying the ocean view. Other notable features include a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and enticing outdoor living spaces. While you relax on the comfy couch you can enjoy the 50″ flat-screen TV with ocean views in the backdrop.
Oceanfront BeachHouse Spectacular Views & Privacy - Anahola
This two-bedroom beachfront villa is a Hawaiian-style home with a spacious lanai that boasts a breathtaking 200-degree view of the Pacific. The fabulous outdoor space is furnished for dining and relaxing while enjoying the cool ocean breezes. It has its own beach where you can explore tide pools, fish, paddleboard, surf, snorkel the reef, and more. Paddling is also possible up the river toward Kong mountain. It accommodates up to six guests and comes with all the modern comforts, including a full kitchen with extras like a drip coffeemaker and an espresso machine, a rice maker, and BBQ utensils for the outdoor grill. You’ll have an HDTV with Netflix, standard cable, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Roku, and Disney+, a Ping Pong table, washer/dryer, and complimentary gear, including beach towels, an umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling equipment, and bikes.
Panoramic Luxury Beachside Condo in Paradise - Kapaa
Truly an oceanfront paradise, from the large private lanai of this beachside condo you’ll enjoy jaw-dropping views of not only the ocean but rainbows, glorious sunrises, whales in season, and likely, dolphins and sea turtles too. The host provides complimentary beach chairs and other gear, while the interior has an open floor plan with vaulted wood ceilings, panoramic windows, a family room and a full kitchen with ocean views, plus a washer/dryer. You’ll even have a gorgeous pool and BBQ area.
Eco-Chic Tropical TreeTops Villa - Kalaheo
This honeymoon-worthy villa accommodates two, providing the ultimate in luxuries. A Polynesian villa, it’s tucked into the hills on 11.5 acres, providing an oasis with magnificent mountain and ocean views just 20 minutes north of Poipu. There is fine art and unique collections throughout the home, including original pieces and authentic artifacts from around the world with fabrics and decor that provide a Zen-like feel. You’ll have all the amenities and then some, from a full kitchen and washer/dryer to cable TV and Wi-Fi.
Oceanfront Rhythm - Kapaa
Located in the heart of a charming Kauai neighborhood on the beach, this oceanfront two-bedroom accommodates up to four guests and will put you within walking distance of a supermarket, restaurants, and shops. A plantation-style cottage, it includes soaring ceilings that give it a more spacious feel, a fully equipped kitchen, and a lanai where you can hang out while watching the waves. Baby’s Beach is steps from your door with calm water for swimming and there’s a bike path right out front that runs for seven miles along the eastern coast of the island. You’ll have a furnished outdoor dining area, BBQ grill, and a washer/dryer too.
The Bay Bungalow at Hanalei - Hanalei
This two-bedroom accommodates four guests and is just steps from the sparkling turquoise water of Hanalei Bay. The pristine sandy beach and world-class surf breaks can be reached right out your door and when you get back you’ll find two outdoor showers to rinse off under before relaxing while watching the waves from the deck. There’s a hammock for napping and a fire pit to gather around under the stars too. You’ll have all the essentials, including a full kitchen, Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a washer/dryer, with shops, restaurants, bakeries, and a farmer’s market just a short walk or pedal away.
Elegant Malibu Style Beachfront House
Ideal for a family or group of friends, this luxury, fully air-conditioned beachfront home on Kauai’s west side accommodates up to eight in four bedrooms. There’s plenty of space for everyone to stretch out, with 2,600 square feet along with impressive outdoor living spaces. Enjoy dining indoors or out, including cookouts with a BBQ grill included, and even soaking in the Jacuzzi with an ocean and sunset view. Plus, you’ll be close to the state’s longest white sand beach and attractions like Waimea Canyon and boat trips to the Na Pali coast.
Oceanfront Walkout Pono Kai Condo - Kapaʻa
This one-bedroom condo sits at the edge of Kapaa’s Old Town, a short walk to restaurants, shops and the island’s very best shaved ice. Perfectly positioned, it not only offers a spectacular ocean view but for watching sunrises and taking advantage of the trade winds. It includes a lanai for relaxing and just steps away you can enjoy great snorkeling and swimming. Guests also enjoy the amenities of the resort, including a pool and hot tub, gym, tennis court and more. You’ll find complimentary beach chairs, towels and some snorkel gear in the condo too.
Modern Tropical Residence, Indoor/Outdoor Living - Princeville
This beautiful two-bedroom brings the lush green scenery outdoors in, along with plenty of natural light and island breezes that flow through. It includes Wi-Fi, a full kitchen and TV, accommodating up to four guests with an open layout, making it best for a couple or small family who don’t mind sharing a small space. Your friendly hosts will be happy to provide recommendations for dining, activities and attractions.
Poipu Beach Cottage with Pool - Koloa
This charming cottage is located in the heart of Poipu Beach, one of the most popular areas of the island. A swimming pool on the property is shared by just one other cottage, and it’s just a short walk from Poipu Beach Park, swimming, snorkeling, restaurants, shopping, and many other activities. At this same time, you’ll enjoy a secluded feeling with plenty of privacy. It includes a full kitchen and Wi-Fi, accommodating up to four guests in one bedroom, ideal for a couple or small family.
