Kauai is one of those islands that lives up to every travelers’ expectations because of the wonderful things it offers. Amazing sea cliffs with rock formations, gushing waterfalls, pulsating mountains bursting with trees, and endless white-sand beaches are just a few things that will you mesmerized about the island. Its waters have dolphins, turtles, and whales for you to see and smile at. A vacation in the so-called ‘garden isle’ will have you marrying relaxing and adventurous activities you will certainly enjoy and come back for. There are just so many things to do and places to be seen on this tiny island that a few days is not enough for a vacation. Check out our list of the top long-term rentals in Kauai, Hawaii.
1. Lovely condo for rent with ocean with a shared pool (from USD 179)
Need a place to stay for your Kauai getaway? Check out this lovely condo that is ideally located close to the beach. This accommodation offers stunning views of the ocean and access to great amenities such as a shared pool and hot tub.
Furthermore, this compact living space is equipped with all comforts of the home such as wireless internet, a flat-screen TV, and air-conditioning. You will also have a personal lanai, the perfect spot to have a cup of morning coffee while watching the beautiful sunrise.
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the condo unit though quite small is nicely laid out and comfortablewe would unequivocally recommend this property as a base for touring kaua'i or for relaxing days around the poolCleanliness:
this unit is clean and comfortable and we enjoyed the lanaiHost:
esther is a great hostnice accommadations and a wonderful hostthe owner made check in super easy and she responds quickly if neededi was supplied with very helpful informationthe owner was extremely helpful all the way through from booking to departureRead more reviewsLocation:
shopping and good resturants within walking distanceenjoyed location beach poolthe location was perfect we were a short distance from the north and the south shoregreat central location for travel to north shore or southwe loved the location and amenities
2. Adorable studio with a hot tub (from USD 149)
Couples and families of three will enjoy a fun getaway at this adorable studio. Featuring an outdoor pool, the property allows you to have fun swimming and lounging under the sun. There is also a hot tub that you can use to relax while on vacation.
Apart from these great amenities, the studio also offers a fully equipped kitchen. Plus, access to wireless internet and parking spaces are available to provide you with convenience. Other activities you can enjoy here are fishing, kayaking, and hiking.
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The bed was super comfortableIt was refreshing to go outside to eat in the morning/evening airThe main room comprises the Queen/King sized bed with a good TV 2 Leather Chairs and also the kitchen sink/fridgeThe bed was very comfortableNot only was the condo updated and modernCleanliness:
The place was as described and was very cleanThe Pool was very invitingThis apartment was in exceptional condition and was spotlessly cleanHost:
Our host Robyn was very responsive and helpfulRobyn was great to communicate withThe owner was very quick to respond to any questionsRobyn was excellent and made sure we were well taken care ofIt was very nice that they had extra snacks/drinks and outdoor beach itemsRead more reviewsLocation:
We really liked the Foodland store which is just close enough to walk butThe area was really nice and it is a great location to take in the North Coast areas of KauaiThe location is fantastic for staying in the North Shore area of Kauaiand it was a lovely vacation locationIt's not the biggest place
3. Charming apartment with beautiful views of the waterfalls (from USD 195)
Get the best view of Hanalei Bay when you book a stay at this charming apartment. It features a balcony that overlooks the ocean and waterfalls, the perfect scenery while having a cup of coffee every morning. Going inside the studio, a comfy living area will welcome you. It is well furnished with plush sofas and a flat-screen TV to keep you entertained at home. There’s also a kitchenette and dining space ready for use. Access to WiFi and parking spaces are also available for free.
Additionally, you will be provided with water sports gear for a full experience of the nearby beach.
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it is spacious and then window ac unit makes it extremely comfortableCleanliness:
clean and well stockedthe unit was clean and comfortableclean beautifully decorated excellent locationbut came in extremely handy to clean some of our clothes that got mud splattered on the trailsexcellent directions super clean and comfortable with a unbelievable viewHost:
management and owner were very helpfulcommunication with the owner of this property was beyond excellentit was so helpful having a washerRead more reviewsLocation:
comfortable bed great location excellent water pressurewe absolutely bed our stay at this perfect location in princevillei would stay here again due to the great location and reasonable costthis was our first time on the island the location was perfect for usthe location was perfect and we were able to get wherever we needed easily from here
4. Ali'i Kai Resort (from USD 236)
Come and feel free to spend as many days as you want in this lovely abode on the northern tip of Kauai. This beautiful getaway has an amazing view of the garden where you can also see the Pacific Ocean sneaking through from the master bedroom and lounge. You can get a glimpse of the magnificent Bali Hai Mountain from the dining area and second bedroom. The villa comes with two bathrooms, both fitted with a bathtub, and can billet six guests comfortably. Do get a whiff of fresh ocean breeze by heading to the lanai with a bottle of wine in hand. Feel free to use all the shared amenities such as the pool, children’s pool, hot tub, grill, and gazebo to fully enjoy your stay.
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beautiful peaceful no view from apt but a beautiful bluff within a few meters thoughtfully furnishedvery comfortable beautiful views you won’t be disappointedbeds were wonderfully comfortablei will stay here again love the area and community the apt is in as wellthe location of kellie's place was excellent and the views from the apartment were beautifulCleanliness:
very clean place to staygreat place clean and excellent communicationit was sparkling cleanclean and as mentioned on description and picturesbasics first: the place was immaculately cleanHost:
kelly always responded to questions within minutes and was truly a gracious hostkellie was responsive and helpful when we had questionscommunication with the host was easy and promptplus owners are easy to work withpeaceful area besides the sea nice accommodation and the host is very warm-heartedRead more reviewsLocation:
the location in princeville is greatgreat location pool and hot tubthis is the perfect location to enjoy all the island has to offerloved our stay at this place great location convenient check ingreat place place to stay with lots to do close byMonthly discount: 20% off
5. Hale Luna (from USD 680)
This home has everything a family or group of six needs in a vacation rental. It has a bright and airy vibe to it that reflects the atmosphere of the tropics through its vibrant décor and specially-selected furnishings. All these give life to this marvelous three-bedroom and two-bathroom escape which is located just a few minutes from the nearest beach. Spending time with each other in the main area is easy as the gourmet kitchen, dining area, and living room all open up to each other where everyone can easily communicate wherever they are. A great place to relax is on the porch, where you can have dessert, coffee, and all the fun conversations you want to share.
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the house was stocked with amazing coffee tea and everything we needed to cook in the kitchenthe house was beautiful and our group of 6 were very comfortable theregreat place with plenty of room for the familyCleanliness:
the house was very well appointed and was spotless throughoutnot to mention the house itself was incredibly clean and well laid outthe place is magic so clean so easy to live inthe house was very clean and a great locationthe house was beautiful spotless and had lovely island decorHost:
the hosts were very welcoming and helpfulgiselle was an amazing hostthe hosts also made sure our stay was comfortable very attentivegiselle was very helpful and gave me a quick response if we had any questionsthe best part about the place though were the hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing house with great locationthe location was in great proximity to so many beaches and stores and great restaurantsthis is a dream house in a dream locationthe location is peaceful yet close to great beach by the sheraton in poipuexcellent location quiet surroundings adjacent to an 18 hole golf course and parkMonthly discount: 25% off
6. Bright and airy home with huge lawn (from USD 853)
Just one look at this home and you will know that your family of five will have the most comfortable vacation you will ever have. You will have all the personal space you want in this house which has two spacious bedrooms and two well-designed bathrooms with one fitted with a bathtub for more reason to relax. There is a living room, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen all rolled into one harmonious open floor plan. You all can proceed to the open deck where you can fire up the grill while sharing some laughs. Just a flight of stairs down is a huge lawn where you and your kids can have the time of your lives.
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the ac units in every room was an added bonusbed was comfy we slept really well running just the fan on the ac unitkitchen provisions/utilities were of a high standard and made cooking easy for adults and a 2 year oldthe house was very comfortable and homely with all we needed for our staybeds were very comfortableCleanliness:
everything was exceptionally clean having tons of extra clean linens bath towels and beach towels was fabulousthe house was very clean and well stockedthe house was clean tidy and homelyhouse was very cleanthe house is spacious clean and invitingHost:
the host was easy to communicate with and we thoroughly enjoyed our visitlauren was extremely responsive and attentive to detaillauren was very helpful and easy to communicate withwe loved that the hosts had a wagon beach gear and bikes that we were able to usefull of small village charms like roosters crowing in the morning and friendly local dogsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatamazing location is a short walk to a great beachso perfect 5min walk to hanalei baygreat location just a very quick drive to town or beaches or other activitiesnice little place close to the beach and townMonthly discount: 15% off
7. Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by Outrigger (from USD 236)
This condominium for four is located within the confines of Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by Outrigger. What makes it an ideal home for a long-term stay is that the complex sits right on the shore. This condominium unit is located on the ground floor of one of the buildings which makes it wheelchair accessible. It has a spacious living area where the sofa can be reconfigured into a queen bed. The cozy dining area is perfect for feasting on all the great things coming out of the fully equipped kitchen. A comfortable king bed dominates the master bedroom, while the bathroom offers another opportunity to relax in the beautiful bathtub.
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yummy coffee / breakfast spot across the streetno ac in the unit but windows and fans do a decent job of keeping it coolthe lack of air conditioning is a bummer but you are 5 minutes from a gorgeous private beachtons of fans to keep you coolthe fans were not enough to keep the unit coolCleanliness:
the condo is clean and comfortable - would absolutely recommendgreat and clean place to stay with good access to local activitiesperfect beach retreat the condo is spacious and very clean decorated nicely with a (naturally) beachy vibeit's clean safe and easy to check in and outvery clean with a fully stocked kitchenHost:
the resort staff is very accommodating and helpfulthe staff is super friendly and always available to helpjeanne was a great host super communicative and helpful throughout the processcheck-in was easy & the staff were friendly and helpfulthank you jeanne for being a great host and so responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
great location walking distance to the beach stores and restaurantsthe location was perfectthe location has easy close access to several varied restaurants and small grocery storesthis is a great locationclose to many good restaurants and beachesMonthly discount: 15% off
8. Dreamy villa with a tropical garden (from USD 525)
This vacation home is the perfect example of a relaxing place in the tropics. The garden has a lovely collection of palm trees and other colorful flora that gives the home a fresh and airy vibe. Obscured from the street with tall trees, this home has three lovely bedrooms that can accommodate a group of six. Both bathrooms are a picture of elegance, with the master bath fitted with a calming bathtub. With everything you might need in place, the kitchen is perfect for creating dishes everyone will feast on in the cozy dining area. The deck is best for chilling while putting some steaks on the grill. Feel free to end your meal at the living area with a cup of coffee and luscious desserts while sharing memorable laughter.
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only downfall it could use a better fan in the living roomgreat place with wonderful kitchen/open area and view perfect for our familykitchen was great and the gas grill was wonderful for the fresh fish from the local marketthe living room is a very open space with really comfortable couchesthe space layout worked perfectly with three separate bathrooms to bootCleanliness:
dougs house is spacious very clean and comfortablethe house is very spacious very clean and kitchen stocked with enough supplies to enjoy basic cookingdoug’s place was extremely clean very nice house with lots of spacehe was very kind and the house was really cleandoug’s place is lovely exceptionally clean and the check in and check out process was super easy and convenientHost:
the host was very responsive and friendlythe host is the best and will go out of the way to make you feel at homegorgeous house wonderful host no regretsdoug answered all of our questions quickly and was very helpfulwould highly recommend and doug was an outstanding hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is awesomeperfect location in beautiful princevillegreat house in a perfect locationgreat location accurately describedwith a wonderful location right near queens bathMonthly discount: 15% off
9. Honeymooners’ abode by the beach (from USD 176)
The powdery white sand shore and crystal-blue waters of Poipu Beach are within reach from this lovely abode for couples. These serve as the perfect backdrop for a memorable vacation between you and your significant other. The minimalist interior of this condominium unit has everything you two will need for a long stay. It has a complete kitchen where you can create romantic dinners and indulge in this at the cozy dining table for two. There is a comfortable king bed to sleep in while the bathroom covers all your personal needs. You also have access to the property’s pool and barbecue area during your whole stay.
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otherwise all of the amenities were great and the bed was comfortably firmthe king sized bed was very comfortable and the a/c was welcomedwe also enjoy cooking and so appreciated your very efficiently-equipped kitchenthe space is comfortable and has everything you needthe room is clean and has all the necessary facilitiesCleanliness:
clean and comfortable :)also very clean and comfortableit's clean and comfortableclean and quiet and a full kitchenthe place was very clean and exceptionally locatedRead more reviewsLocation:
great location as well near beaches shopping centres and koloawonderful stay and great locationfantastic location across the street from a great snorkeling spot at lawai beachthe apartment was comfortable and conveniently located close to the beach and to shoppingit's in a great location; we could walk to poipu beach and the shops near byMonthly discount: 10% off
10. Luxurious home perched on a hill (from USD 900)
This amazing home was built to make couples fall in love all over again. Perched high on a hill, you and the one you love could spend endless hours on the deck looking at the amazing ocean and mountain views. Take a dip in the romantic infinity while looking at the setting sun on the horizon. Bring a bottle of wine and cozy up to each other while having a dreamy dip in the bathtub where you both can relax before the day ends. When morning comes, you could take time to cook the perfect breakfast for your partner in the fully equipped kitchen. Resting in the canopy bed completes your amazing experience in this beautiful home built in a natural environment.
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an outdoor shower that allows you to shower privately with nature and breathtaking viewsCleanliness:
house was super clean and relaxingRead more reviewsLocation:
a perfect location to be close to many things but very privatethe location was perfect and could be anywhere on the island in about and hour or soi came to this beautiful location in search of peace clarity + calma stunning property in a spectacular location with a warm and welcoming hostif you are looking at this place the answer should be yesMonthly discount: 20% off
11. Condominium with perfect ocean view (from USD 278)
Four guests can have the best vacation at this tropical-inspired condominium unit that offers one of the most amazing views of the Pacific Ocean. If you want to take this to a higher level, do wake up early in the morning, brew yourself a perfect cup of coffee, and take a seat on the terrace where you can watch the most beautiful sunrise over the ocean. The unit can accommodate four guests with lots of room to spare. It has two bedrooms, with the master having a view of the ocean. Meanwhile, the second bedroom is uniquely designed with bamboo furnishings. Here, you also have access to the complex’s refreshing pool and barbecue area.
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with the a/c installed this condo would be just perfectthe view of the beach was great and we enjoyed the poolamazing beach front location with a beautiful view out over the pool and the beachbeach access and a pool make it perfect for familiesCleanliness:
everything was very clean and well organizedthe house is clean and comfortablethe place was clean comfortable and relaxingwell described and clean) and the accommodations themselves were clean and comfortableHost:
krystl was a great hostkrystl was a great hostkrystl was a good hostkrystl is very responsivegreat location very helpful and quick to respond accommodated us when we flew in earlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatgreat location on the waterlocation is excellent and close to many thingsthis condo is in a great locationthe location was great (a quick walk from a safeway restaurants etcMonthly discount: 15% off
12. Kauai Beach Resort (from USD 149)
This lovely accommodation sits on the top floor of one of the buildings in Kauai Beach Resort. It offers some of the best mountain views you will find in Kauai from the balcony. Good for three, the unit has everything you need to have a comfortable vacation, even on a long-term one. The rental is a hotel room that is fitted with a king-sized bed. The third person in your group can sleep in the comfortable chaise lounge which is adjacent to the work table. While here, you can try to relax in the refreshing bathtub in the lovely bathroom.
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nice pools and hot spapools were nicethe pools were greatwonderful place with awesome pools and slidesgreat outdoor space by the poolsCleanliness:
very clean and simplethe sheets and towels were cleanotherwise it was clean tidy and would stay here again$40 charge for clean towelspeter's place was very clean roomy and comfortableHost:
the front desk was helpfulresort staff was friendly and helpfulalso the staff was friendly and helpfulstaff extremely professional and friendlythe resort is beautiful and the staff is friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
good central location for the islandgreat central location for exploring kauaigreat middle ground location on the islandan amazing location and groundsgreat location and hotel facilitiesMonthly discount: 30% off
13. Waikomo Stream Villas
This one-bedroom condominium unit is a paradise to stay at even for a month. Its design mirrors the tropics which evokes a bright and airy atmosphere, something your group of four can appreciate to no end. With some renovations done recently, the kitchen comes fully equipped with everything you need to satisfy your family’s hunger. Also newly remodeled is the spacious bathroom, which is now equipped with a huge walk-in shower. The master bedroom has a king bed, but there is also an extra sofa bed which provides all the sleep space everyone needs. Just off the kitchen is the huge living room, which is a great place to relax.
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the well stocked kitchen and other amenities made it so easy to enjoy our staywe were impressed by the size of the apartment which allowed us to have personal spacebed was comfortable and fan in the room made sleeping at night feel like ocean breezethe one and only thing we would have liked was maybe a box fanloved being on the ground floor the patios washer/dryer in unit & full kitchenCleanliness:
the condo was very clean and spaciousanna's place is very clean with plenty of spaceit is extremely spacious very well equipped and very clean and tidyit was clean and a lot bigger than expectedthe condo was very clean and perfect for my husband myself and our infant sonHost:
anna was extremely accommodating and welcomingshe was very communicative throughout the process and was a pleasure to chat withanna was a wonderful host and very responsive to any questions and made check-in very easyanna is definitely one of the most attentive hosts i have ever metthe place was perfect and anna is a very attentive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
it was the ideal locationthe location is great: close to shops restaurants and beach - all in walking distancegreat place in a great locationthe location is great to lots of little shops near byi love this poipu location
A vacation in the middle of the Pacific
Kauai is one of the beautiful islands that make up beautiful Hawaii. Its beauty is organic, with untouched mountains and clear blue waters for your eyes to feast on. A long-term stay in one of the homes listed above can help elevate the experience and let you appreciate Kauai even more.
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