With a population of just over 10 thousand people, Kapaa, Hawaii, is a beautiful place on the coast. The word “Kapaa” means “solid” in Hawaiian. Kapaa is a great location for a Hawaiian getaway because it encompasses everything great about Hawaii, like the beautiful green surroundings, blue ocean waters, luxury resorts in Kauai, and of course, the friendliest of locals. But it also has the benefit of not being a major city so the tourist count is a little lower here, making your experiences in Kapaa a little more authentic. Check out the Kapaa Beach Park or the Pono Market to stock up on goods, or trek out to the Ho'opi'i Falls and take in its beauty. For wonderful options of places to stay, check out this list of the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Kapaa, Kauai, Hawaii.
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 March 13, 2023.
1. Beachfront condo in Royal Coconut Coast (from USD 255)
If you want to stay in Hawaii’s famous Royal Coconut Coast neighborhood but don’t want to be in an expensive hotel or resort, you’ll want to book this beachfront rental in Kauai. Sleek and fully furnished—with a stunning ocean view to boot—it’s close to town, so you can always easily browse through the local shops and dine at a variety of restaurants.
This second-floor unit highlights a lanai where you can enjoy the stunning views and feel the gentle breeze. Indoors, you’ll enjoy lounging in the living room equipped with a flat-screen TV and cooking in the full-size kitchen. There are twin-size and king-size beds to while away the nights, and colorful sunrises are a special treat for early risers. Before heading out to the beach, do check the shared pool surrounded by a tropical garden.
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patio large enough for 4 adults to eat at the table and enjoy the view and breezethe condo was a nice size and we loved being able to cook dinner in the kitchenCleanliness:
fans kept the temps very comfortable and the unit was clean and freshoverall the unit was clean comfortable and spacious with an awesome viewHost:
the property management company was responsive to questionsstaff was welcoming and helpful and the grounds and gardens were beautifulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and large size condoeasy to walk to the stores a great bike path and a bunch of places to eat nearbyeasy walk to restaurants shopping and the marketthe location was perfect for our 5 day stayi will definitely rent this location for another vacation coming up
2. Top-floor unit in Pono Kai Resort (from USD 235)
Be swept away by the unobstructed Pacific Ocean view of this condo unit tucked on the third floor of Pono Kai Resort in Kauai. You’ll instantly find the balcony where you can watch the vast ocean lap the shore, and if you’re lucky, you can catch the whales breaching too.
Inside this gorgeous unit, the open-concept living space with a 42-inch smart TV, four-seater dining table, and freshly remodeled kitchen altogether make for a convenient getaway. Free Wi-Fi is provided to keep in touch with life back home. There’s also a communal pool, which is heated during the winter months, and a spa that you could take advantage of. Those who love to play golf and tennis will be delighted by the sports facilities available.
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everything we needed was available in the condo making our stay very comfortableCleanliness:
condo exceptionally clean with every amenity you could possibly need including a in condo washer/dryerexcellent location clean and well-stocked; susan was communicative and responsiveHost:
susan the owner is a great hostthe host is wonderfully responsiveshe was very accommodating helpful and quick to respond to our questionssusan was very responsive to our requests great placeRead more reviewsLocation:
property has the best location on kauaiwe loved the location access to the walking path and great local places to eatreally the perfect location and facilities to enjoy the islandthe waterfront location was perfectthis is a great condo and a great location
3. Direct oceanfront views (from USD 220)
This cosy Kauai vacation rental is perfect for your romantic getaway in Kapaa. The condo is part of a building and the unit itself faces the ocean so you can wake up in the morning to the sights of the sun beaming off the water. Each condo has its own private balcony where you can enjoy the sunrises with your morning coffee, or relax and watch the sunset with a glass of wine. The onsite tiki bar is there for guests to get a cocktail and there is also a pool on site, so you can lounge back with said cocktail and work on your tan.
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the view is great too we enjoyed eating breakfast outside every morninghaving the partial kitchen was perfect as we could have lunch and breakfast on the lanaibrad is very easy and comfortable to work with as usualwe also enjoyed the pool (and the poolside bar)Cleanliness:
it was clean as could be and very comfortableit was a very nice clean roomthe unit was clean and well looked afterwe loved it it was very clean and absolutely everything we hoped it would beHost:
thank you for being so helpful during my trip planning processthe owners are very friendly and want you to enjoy yourself while in paradisea retractable clothes line in the shower would be very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectthe location is the best close to everything and right on the beachthe location was perfect centrally located and easy to get to any part of the islandwe found the location to be excellent and would stay there againthe central location of the condo made it easy to get around the island
4. Penthouse with pool view (from USD 700)
Located on the Waipouli beach resort, this luxury accommodation is perfect for your next Hawaiian getaway. Located on the fourth floor, it features two king-sized beds and a queen pull-out sleeper bed. The fully equipped gourmet kitchen is perfect for cooking any meal, and the lounge area is equipped with an HD smart TV and WiFi access.
One of the best vacation rentals in Kauai, this home is also equipped with iPod docking stations and a myriad of pool and beach gear like boogie boards and umbrellas.
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Four women and plenty of room in the kitchenThe pool is kept immaculateRather it was a front ocean view framed in by the condo complexThe unit itself was gorgeousThe pool is large with multiple slides waterfalls and hot tubsCleanliness:
The place was very clean when we checked inVery large bathrooms with decent showersThe condo was clean fully appointed and was located very centrally for visits to both the north and south shoreI can't say enoughThe condo PERFECT Clean and gorgeousHost:
The owner responded quickly and was extra helpful with any questions we had while arranging for our stayThe owner was great as wellhe even provided us with a list of all the great places to gohe did whatever he could to make our stay amazingsimple food served quick but tasty Reasonable or easy access to most island attractions and the airportRead more reviewsLocation:
Having a Safeway right across the street made shopping convenient and there were great shops and restaurants close byThe location was perfect too Right across the street from SafewayAcross the street was a Safeway ABC and other shops and also within walking distance was a wonderful little restaurant we had breakfast attourist spots restaurants and shopsI live in a fairly large very beautiful house and
5. Heavenly Waipouli Beach apartment (from USD 640)
Sleeping up to six people, this amazing spot is right on the beautiful Waipouli Beach and it is centrally located near the town as well. Guests will have some beautiful views of the mountains in this third-floor accommodation. The home is equipped with a full kitchen featuring top-of-the-line amenities. The condo was also refurbished recently, so just about everything from the pots and pans to the 55-inch TV is brand new.
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The bedding was extremely comfortableAll the amenities were greatIt was rocky and the water was rough during our stayThe condo was beautiful and felt like home during our stay Proximity to the pool and lobbyI appreciate high-end appliances and kitchen accessories andCleanliness:
And everything was clean and newThe condo was beautifully decoratedThe pool and work out facilities were GREATUnit was furnished beautifully and was very clean and new in appearanceThe unit was very centrally located and within very close proximity (walking) to grocery storesHost:
Deani was super helpful with our early check in request MahaloGregHe was extremely responsive to all of my questionsWe also had our 14 month with usmust I had a few questions just before we arrived and Greg was very quick to respond and very helpfulThe unit was beautiful and comfortably fit the 5 of usRead more reviewsLocation:
Conveniently located grocery store is a short walk across the streetand it is in walking distance to several decent restaurantsThere were a number of good restaurants nearby (we really liked some of the informal ones like Chicken in a Barrel and Tiki Tacos)The location in Kapaa is perfect if you'll be exploring the island because it's pretty centrally locatedHaving the grocery stores and a couple of coffee places right across the street was really convenient too
6. Oceanfront Kauai condo (from USD 200)
Why not spend some time at a secluded spot right by the ocean and far from the highway? This place is exactly that! One of the area’s most booked spots, this accommodation sleeps up to four people and it has a beautiful balcony from where you can spot whales going by as you relax. The home overlooks Wailua Bay and it is only a short walk to Papaloa Beach. Barbecue grills are available for guests and there is also a pool just a few steps away.
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clean place a little bit hot in the living room to sleepAir conditioning in the bedroom if neededThe unit was as shown on line and the view was gorgeousThe view from this condo of the crashing surf and the coastline were tremendousThe king size bed with ac was a blessingCleanliness:
The location was perfect close to everything and the view of the ocean was especially wonderfulHost:
Super friendly check-in process which quickly made us feel comfortableThose same waves helped us sleep at nightWe did appreciate all the beach chairs and extras Luke was very responsive and let us enter into the unit an hour earlierand they impressed me Rick and GinnyWe did have a couple of questions prior to our arrival and Mark quickly responded to our requests You will not go wrong by staying hereRead more reviewsLocation:
Nearby a nice swimming pond and park Lots of shops and restaurants within walking distanceThe location puts you in a great location for visiting KauaiRight across the street is the Passion Bakery that is a must visit Coffee and Blueberry muffins on the Lanai in the morningabout one mile away is a great place to swim in a protective reef area with great sandy and grassy area'sThe one thing we really liked was the convenience of the location We have stayed in Poipu in the past and this location in Kapaa makes it easy to travel to the north end or south/west end of the ...
7. Luxury ocean-view condo
This accommodation is, literally, just steps away from the sandy beach. Just about any amenity you need is right around the corner from this amazing condo which boasts ocean views. Enjoy the views of the lazy river which is illuminated at night to provide a warming glow that flows through the complex. There are three full bathrooms on site as well as two bedrooms with king-size beds. WiFi and a TV are included and there are a spa, fitness centre and restaurant just a short walk away.
35.62 km (22.2 mi) from Waimea Canyon State ParkAccommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
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Kitchen was well stocked and easy to useThe apartment is really well-equipped with everything you'll need beds comfortable and pool complex is greatyou'll find plenty of supplies for all your activities and cooking needs - The Resort - beautifuland we did like the restaurantThe condo was amazing Beautiful furnishings amazingly comfortable beds and everything you can imagine ever using in a kitchen and at the beachHost:
Peggy was always available for questionshas a great location within the resort and is extremely well equipped with regard to electronics kitchen devices and utensils and beach accessoriesThis condo was beautiful well maintained cleanWe were welcomed with a bottle of wine and champagne as well as chocolates and cookies Loved the coffee Keurig tooIt was nice to see all the "toys" to play with on beach as we were not allowed to bring anything into the pool areaRead more reviewsLocation:
I really enjoyed being across the street from the grocery store andNice central location within walking distance to shopping and restaurantsThere's a supermarket just across the road and lots of dining options near byThere is a Safeway Starbucks and ABC store located directly across the street from the resort and there are a handful of restaurants and take out places within walking distance of the resortEvery day it seemed we found another item that was provided
Unmatched Kapaa beauty
The absolute beauty of Kapaa and the island of Kauai is unmatched. The beautiful shining blue water and the lush green that surrounds the island makes it a truly unparalleled place to visit. Get one of these Kauai rentals and see what we mean.
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