You’re in for some real cowboy adventures in Waimea, a quiet little town on the Kauai Island’s southwestern region. Its paniolo (“cattle herding” or “cowboy”) culture dates back to the early European settlement days when forests were harvested and turned into grazing lands. One of America’s biggest privately owned cattle ranches is found in the rolling mountains of Waimea, which has come a long way from previously being a sleeper town. Today, it proudly hosts major events, such as the annual Cherry Blossom Heritage and the Fourth of July Rodeo. Hundreds of visitors now visit the town for its festivals, local shops, scenic hiking locations, sandy beaches, and culture tours. Discover Waimea on the back of a horse or on a boogie board, riding waves. Here are top Airbnb vacation rentals in Waimea, Hawaii, that will make your stay even more interesting.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Deluxe studio with picturesque Mauna Kea views (from USD 135)
Set on the hilly side of Mt. Kohala, this deluxe studio overlooks the majestic Mauna Kea, one of Hawaii’s stately volcanoes with an underwater base. White French doors will greet you upon entry into your Waimea holiday home. What’s not to love about the place - it features a modern kitchen, a Cal king bed for two, a mango-wood breakfast bar, and an outdoor coffee table on a garden oasis. Truly, your complimentary wine will taste extra special in a picturesque location like this.
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beautiful full kitchen with all necessary appliancesit came with everything we needed including a space heater the yard was lovely alsothe bed's super comfortable - like sleeping on a couldwi-fi excellent you can stream movies from home with no glitchesthe bed was good and sleeping temperatures perfectCleanliness:
the studio was spacious clean and exactly as advertisedwell appointed and cleanalways clean the bed is comfortable and the full kitchen is convenientplace was just like pictures and was very clean and were very helpfulthe studio is very stylish clean of superb qualityHost:
they were fantastic hostsjess is a great host and communicatorjessica and kaeo were perfect hostsvery welcoming environment and supernice hostshosts we're especially thoughtful and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is very serene and quiet yet close to everythingnice secluded (but central) location)excellent location and very nice spacethe location was great close to town and only a 20 minute drive to most of the beachespretty good location close to town for restaurants and grocery store
2. Newly constructed family home in a central location (from USD 195)
Shops, restaurants, farmers’ markets, theaters, museums, and nature parks are all within walking distance from this top Airbnb vacation rental for five. Everything you need is at arm’s length. The house itself is designed for family comfort. Bed provisions for kids are provided and large recliners are installed for family movie nights. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, simply connect the rental’s Apple TV with any streaming app for a weekend of movie marathon in Waimea.
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beds were super comfortablethis space is wonderful beds are delicious mixed with the cool air you’ll never sleep betterbrian and christina's place was comfortable and conveniently locatedthe beds were very comfortablethe beds are comfy and they really created a beautiful comfortable space that is very inviting and homeyCleanliness:
everything was very clean and newplace was super clean and newvery clean nice and cool at nightthe house was clean and comfortableclean house and details well thought outHost:
the hosts were very helpfulhost's were accommodating and friendly making us feel us feel very welcomethe hosts are very responsive and friendlyi would recommend them as hosts any timeowners were so easy to communicate with and very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
good location - walking distance to towngreat location in waimea close to everything and walking distance to the parkgreat location and very comfortableseveral grocery stores were super close byi loved the location
3. Modern guest house on the rolling mountains (from USD 225)
Picture your holiday in a nice cottage nestled on the rolling mountains of Buster Brown. This newly remodeled Airbnb vacation rental with complete facilities grants you a dreamy Hawaiian holiday. The property is close to the town center where you can grab essentials and is only 15 minutes away from the white sandy beaches of Hawaii. Your host generally provides beach essentials so all you have to do is dip in.
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excellent quality furnishings and appliances with all the thoughtful additions that make any residence comfortablethe master bed and couch are exceptionally comfortablesuper comfortable beds and tons of amenities (four different ways to make your coffee in the morning)we especially like the small table with chairs on the lanai by the bbqvery comfortable home away from home with all the amenities we neededCleanliness:
very clean well stocked spacenice touches clean excellent communicationclean and very comfyclean roomy well furnished" clean comfortable and prettyHost:
the host attentive and welcomingannette was a great host and always immediately available for questions and advice) our brief interactions with our hosts were very pleasant and we appreciated their flexibility regarding our departure timeannette was helpful and very responsive to any questionsthe host family was very quick to respond to messages and helpful with adviceRead more reviewsLocation:
the location in waimea is wonderful and centralgreat spot and ideal location for a waimea visitthe location was perfect super private yet right in townrecommend walking to the town farmers' market if you're there on a saturdaygreat location for many key activities on the big island
4. Dainty cottage close to airports and beaches (from USD 145)
The dainty interiors of this top Airbnb vacation rental can win over the heart of a Stepford wife. It’s sunny and spacious enough for three and lies close to airports, beaches, souvenir boutiques, and gourmet restaurants. You can also prepare simple meals using the provided hot plate. When not hiking, swimming, or interacting with the locals, have nice coffee conversations in the lanai. Coffee and Waimea weather are always a perfect combination.
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beautiful views and comfortable accommodationsit was great having the extra lanai space and kitchenthe queen bed is very comfortablehuge walk-in shower plenty of bathroom space storage and lighting huge closet etcthe bathroom was large with a wonderful showerCleanliness:
the accomodation is very cosy clean and quietthis is a really great clean private place to stayimmaculately clean great privacy and beautiful settingeverything we could possibly need was there and all spotlessly cleanlloyd and loring's place was fantastic clean quiet and convenientHost:
the hosts are so warm and welcomingloring & lloyd you were wonderful hostsloring and lloyd we're amazing hosts their hospitality made it feel like i was staying with my familylloyd and loring were great hosts very helpful and always quick replying any questionsloring and lloyd are gracious and friendly hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the walk in shower is amazingthe neighbourhood is nice tooalso conveniently located next to shopping places and great restaurantswe really can recommend this locationthe location is perfect especially for exploring the northern part of the island
5. Artist's cottage with herbs garden (from USD 250)
Travel in big groups with style. Book this artist’s cottage that accommodates eight and features a well-curated, fully furnished space in the heart of Waimea. Here, you can play the guitar or the piano, experiment with dishes using fresh herbs from the garden and hold awesome barbecue parties in the patio. This three-bedroom designer’s home gives off that rare sophisticated countryside charm. You can drive to major ranches from this rental, too, where you can enjoy horse riding and savor local dishes on the way.
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ros was a great host thanks againthis house is beautiful inside and out and clearly meticulously maintained by the ownersros had a great place thanks for hosting usRead more reviewsLocation:
this house was clean comfortable and in a great location close to wiamea
6. Fully furnished abode with gorgeous wooden interiors
The wood accents in this cozy two-storey rental that is almost like a treehouse are divine. From walls to floors, the wooden layers create an irresistible sophisticated vintage appeal. Enjoy a nice warm bath in a galvanized giant farm tub. Eat breakfast on salvaged wood counters. Pick fresh oranges, grapes, and avocados from the orchard. Plus, Hapuna Beach is only 15 minutes drive away. Grab your complimentary beach essentials and swim your worries away.
Waimea, Hawaii, United States
17.15 km (10.7 mi) from Hapuna Beach State Recreation AreaTop guest reviews
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the kitchen was well appointed and fit all of our needs including cooking full meals for 5 peoplethe animals and the views are a great plus along with the kitchen and sound systemCleanliness:
everything was sparkling cleanthe house was super cleanit was clean and had all the utensils we needed to cook and baketheir home was clean and well keptHost:
mahalo to our perfect hostsfantastic experience and fantastic host thank you jessicahost was responsive and helpful with tips of what to do around townabout anything you might need is made available and the hosts are gracious and helpfuljessica and alex are easy going responsive and genuinely happy to host youRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the location and beautiful woodworkthis is a beautiful location and a beautiful housethe location was very peaceful and only a few minutes from townthe location is also perfect because we were close to all of our family and all the shops/restaurantsand a great park down the street for the little ones
7. Private one-bedroom rental five minutes away from Parker Ranch
Stay close to the ranch and the beach when you stay at this fully furnished private guest house for four. You can’t miss Hawaii’s largest ranch. Visit Parker Ranch for guided and self-paced tours. Then end your cowboy excursion with a nice swim at Spencer Park Beach, which is a few miles away from the rental. If you’re trying to keep fit while vacationing, you can jog up to the nearby county parks every morning. What’s more, this homey living space also features a piano you can use for a musical retreat.
Waimea, Hawaii, United States
16.48 km (10.3 mi) from Hapuna Beach State Recreation AreaTop guest reviews
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the diningroom/livingroom provided table and chairs for 4 sofa entertainment center andthe living room was a nice space with a couch tv and reclining chair) really fast and clear as long as nobody else is doing wifi stuffwonderful quaint space and very comfortablethe apartment is spacious and comfortable with a basic but adequate kitchenetteCleanliness:
it was very clean and comfortableclean comfortable and accommodatingthe bathroom was clean and stocked with toiletriesvery clean & wonderful gentle breezes kept it pleasantvery clean and spacious interior with a private parking areaHost:
daniel & sui lan are great hostsdaniel was an excellent host attentive to our questions but otherwise discreetly allowing us privacydaniel and sui lan are very gracious hostsdaniel and sui lan were very accommodating and friendly hostsgreat host who was very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfect for walking to nearby restaurants and storesclose to shops in a lovely neighborhoodexcellent value for this locationlocation is ideal close to town for convenience and still far away enough for peacewe were delighted to discover the theater was a short walk from the accommodations
8. Newly renovated dwelling with beautiful Kohala mountain views
You’ll have a retreat-like holiday in this newly renovated Airbnb vacation rental. The place is quiet, the house is spacious for eight and fully furnished, and the beach is only a few steps away. The ultimate plus point is the sweeping view of the Kohala Mountains filled with bright green grasses. To be surrounded by nature is always a refuge. Your host provides a work desk. With a serenely beautiful environment, you’ll be able to ace up work in this three-bedroom holiday home.
Waimea, Hawaii, United States
15.53 km (9.7 mi) from Hapuna Beach State Recreation AreaSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
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there are nice territorial views from every roomthis place offers great view of mountain view and spacious room for whole family to stayreally enjoyed the apple tv for looking through photos and watching netflixthe huge tv had all the hulu netflix and apple tv stuff you could want and internetexcelent location and an amazing place plenty room and amenities huuuuge tv with netflixCleanliness:
clean bright and spaciousnice clean quiet place to stayvery clean and spacious and very quietwonderfully spacious clean and comfortablethe house was clean and nicely furnishedHost:
the host: priscilla was a great communicator and incredibly attentive to any questions or requests i hadquick responses to questions and helpful information about the surrounding areathe owner is very kind and has a good feelingpriscilla is a very responsive and responsible hostextremely responsive host great spot and reasonablly pricedRead more reviewsLocation:
this house is located in a great location in waimeagreat location close to everything we neededgreat location lots of roombest location to access northern islandnice place and great location
9. Strategically located guest house
Your Hawaiian home for the weekend is not only comfortable but also convenient, location-wise. It stands in between Kohala Mountains and Mauna Kea, both with great landscapes for hiking. You can also drive to Waimea’s pristine white beaches in less than an hour and visit several farmers’ markets for some fresh produce in a few minutes. You are welcome to grill veggies and seafood in this homey Airbnb vacation rental.
Waimea, Hawaii, United States
13.72 km (8.6 mi) from Hapuna Beach State Recreation AreaAccommodates: 2
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garden outside has an array of plants flowers and vegetables with beautiful raised bedsthe space is nice and cozy and is exactly as it is described in the profilehad a well stocked usable kitchen which was greatvery functional and private apartment with all amenities centrally located in beautiful and cool waimeathe flash guess house is comfortable cozy spaceCleanliness:
jean's suite was clean and comfortableit was very clean and comfortable and overlooks the gardenit was simple clean and comfortable for two peoplethe guest house is extremely clean and airyit is clean very well equipped and we felt very comfortableHost:
lovely & warm hostabsolutely recommend- jeanie is a great hostshe was very accommodating and responsivejeanie was a friendly host as a bonusshe was such a kind and knowledgable host we instantly felt at home and were very comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
location was nice toolocation is perfect for access to these areasplenty of gear a perfect location near beaches town shopping and restaurantsthe location is excellent for exploring the north part of the islandjean's location is fantastic in terms of being within a 45 minute drive of most of the island
10. Cozy family home in a tropical garden
At this sprawling family home, you will be only 15 minutes’ drive away from Kauai Island’s best beaches. This cozy one-bedroom abode sleeps three to four guests, with cooking, laundry, shower, and parking provisions. Sliding doors that open to the spacious lanai and tropical garden, filled with flowers and jacaranda trees, is one of the house’s best features. Relax and enjoy gorgeous Mauna Kea views over a basket of fresh fruits your host so kindly prepared.
Waimea, Hawaii, United States
13.43 km (8.4 mi) from Hapuna Beach State Recreation AreaAccommodates: 2
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nice furnishings and a lovely breakfast arrangementdaniela's ohana/apartment was very comfortable with lots of special touches creative furnishings and quality amenities throughoutshe goes the extra mile to provide all the amenities and make sure your stay is comfortablelike mentioned in other reviews the apartment was spacious clean comfortable and with more amenities than expectedher garden and lamia are gorgeous and comfortableCleanliness:
dani's place is clean and comfortabledaniela’s place is clean spacious and thoughtfully decoratedit's very clean and well equipped/furnishedvery clean and well laid out homethe apartment itself is spacious very clean and lovely arrangedHost:
daniela is a great hostdaniela is an amazing hostdaniela is the absolute best hostdaniela is a super hostdaniela is a nice host really thoughtfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location away from busy cityperfect location for beachesperfect location and very close to the beaches as wellthis is a wonderful place in an excellent location about 2 miles away from waimea on its sunny sidea very well equipped and decorated apartment close to downtown waimea loved staying here
Meaningful, laidback holidays in Waimea
Discover Waimea in the comfort of your Airbnb vacation rental. You can choose to stay close to the beach, to the ranch, or both. You can choose a full-size home or a furnished studio. Your choice of a holiday home can make or break your entire trip. Choose wisely and stay in any of the top Airbnb vacation rentals on the list.
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