Pono Kai Resort J101 offers a rejuvenating oceanfront retreat in Kapaa. Unwind by the pool or explore Haena Beach Park within walking distance, and enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and kitchenette amenities.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire condo
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Pono Kai Resort Condo w/Free WiFi, Shared Pool, Shared Grill-Close to Beaches
Pono Kai Resort J101
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Pono Kai Resort is the perfect choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its family-friendly environment and its prime location close to great restaurants and attractions, Pono Kai Resort makes it easy for travelers to enjoy the best of Kapaa. All condos have a flatscreen TV, a kitchenette, and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with the free WiFi. You will love taking advantage of the pool, and Haena Beach Park is a popular attraction within walking distance. Come and discover the beauty and tranquility of this oceanfront resort offering the perfect blend of spectacular location, conveniences, and fun!
THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa Vacation Rentals of Hawaii LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle. This rental is located on floor 1.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Sauna
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a hospital
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Gym
Table tennis
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Kapaa, this condo is in the city center and near the beach. Kauai Museum and Kela's Glass Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Smith's Tropical Paradise and Lydgate Beach. Keahua Arboretum and Grove Farm Homestead are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Kapaa travel guide
Does Pono Kai Resort Condo w/Free WiFi, Shared Pool, Shared Grill-Close to Beaches have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Pono Kai Resort Condo w/Free WiFi, Shared Pool, Shared Grill-Close to Beaches pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pono Kai Resort Condo w/Free WiFi, Shared Pool, Shared Grill-Close to Beaches?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pono Kai Resort Condo w/Free WiFi, Shared Pool, Shared Grill-Close to Beaches?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pono Kai Resort Condo w/Free WiFi, Shared Pool, Shared Grill-Close to Beaches located?
Located in the heart of Kapaa, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Kela's Glass Gallery, Kapa'a Beach Park, and Ho'olalaea Waterfall. Kapaa Shopping Center and Kapaa Town Park are also within 15 minutes.
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Pono Kai Resort Condo w/Free WiFi, Shared Pool, Shared Grill-Close to Beaches Reviews
Reviews
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Pono Kai has always felt like a second home to us; relaxing and comfortable. We notified vacasa that the screen and patio needed attention and this was dealt with the next day. the location is accessible to the bus routes and grocery store so we didn't rent a car.
Love the location of the property. Unit itself is due for some upgrades. Bed was comfortable, but because there is no air conditioning in the bedroom, I had to sleep on the couch for it to be cool enough.
Pretty typical rental with adequate amenities. Unit was clean and located near beach, restaurants and shopping.
There is a good deal of noise from other units as mentioned in other reviews but not so much as to change rating. Staff was pleasant and responsive.
Overall, a reasonable unit for the price.
We stayed six nights at this property to celebrate our anniversary. It was clean and a very large, end unit. Being first floor wasn't too bad, but the person above was rather loud at all times of day and night. The outside chickens/roosters were not an issue. You could occasionally hear them. We were missing the lounge chair, which would have been nice. Looks like all other units had one. All basic supplies were available and we enjoyed the complimentary treats that were left for us. Other resort activities (hot tub, hammocks, croquet, lawn games) were nice to have on relaxing days.
Nice open floor plan, excellent location for easy access to the rest of the island. Couldn’t have any food out on the lanai due to the number of chickens. Grounds and beach access were wonderful. Enjoyed our stay would come back again!
The room was not clean, cobwebs, clogged bath tub, dirty pillow case, dirty floors, ceiling fans growing fur.
This was a condo not obtained thru Pono Kai direct so it was not serviced by Pono Kai.
Michael
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ROBERT H.
Jul 14, 2023
Quality reins
I loved the high quality decor. I had to laugh, though, at the disparity between the decor and the absence of cleanliness on walls and floors. The view was breathtaking.
ROBERT H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Gina K.
Nov 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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To noisy. Could hear everything from the above unit. The complex needs badly isolation between floors. I would not stay there again.
My wife needs to work when we travel
And it was impossible to connect to herVPN , the speed of the internet that the owner pays for is to slow.
Also noise from above was really bad
it was a dump and super hot in the bedroom, 3 forks in kitchen, the bath and kitchen not very clean and the entire kitchen leaves a lot to the imagination, needs help. if you saw up close pics, you would laugh, peeling stick on's, uneven and tired and old. The staff that came to help was a few days later and gave us a fan that didn't do much, i ended up purchasing a fan at Walmart that worked. that place is way too expensive for what you get. Thankfully it was only a week. The staff that came to assist was super nice and helpful, but the owner really needs to update that place and do a deep clean!
Tracy H.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ANDI H.
Feb 18, 2023
Simple and clean
Had everything we needed even a small soft sided cooler that was perfect for a day at the beach! Very clean. Centrally located on the island, walking distance to a few great coffee shops and shopping. Read reviews about the couch being uncomfortable, but there was new couch that isn’t pictured in the ad. Comfy bed. Great clean resort with lots of BBQ grills and games for families
We really enjoyed the ground floor Lanai and the location to the beach walk and bike ride !
Only 2 complaints .
A lot of sound transfer from neighbor above and couch quite saggy
Alida v.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
JOE C.
Dec 11, 2022
Nothing special
Room was clean and neat
JOE C.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
JANELLE A.
Oct 25, 2022
Great place to stay
So many great activities to do on site and it is close to town and the beach. We will definetly stay here again. And the owner had all kinds of stuff in the condo for us to use; snorkels, cooler, beach chairs, etc.
JANELLE A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
DYLAN H.
Oct 8, 2022
Fantastic stay
Really enjoyed the convenience with access to pool and beach.
DYLAN H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
SEBASTIAN B.
Sep 27, 2022
Great Location, Great Space
My wife and I stayed here for our honeymoon and really enjoyed the location and space. The unit is spacious and very clean (albeit slightly outdated with an uncomfortable couch) and included supplies for outings (beach towels, cooler, umbrella, snorkel gear). The AC unit keeps the living room and kitchen areas cool; the bedroom does get a bit hot at night, but nothing terrible with the ceiling fan and provided box fan running. The Pono Kai Resort is very pretty, has all the accommodations you'd generally want, is beachside, and in walking distance to a solid variety of food and shopping options throughout the town of Kapa'a. The resort is also equidistant-ish to both the south and north shores, reducing drive time for day trips. Would definitely stay here again!
SEBASTIAN B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MARY N.
Aug 19, 2022
Amazing Place!
We loved the location. A very clean condo. The resort had so many things to do there (lawn games, tennis, horse shoes & many more). We were on the ground floor and you could walk steps to the pool and the beach. We did not rent a car and there were plenty of things to do and places to eat in walking distance. We also used Uber to do some fun things close by. They supplied snorkel equipment (didn’t use because we brought our own), beach mats, cooler, lawn chairs and umbrella. We ate 2 meals a day there and the kitchen was great, fully stocked with supplies. We brought food and bought the perishables at the grocery store just up the street. We used the BBQ grill and they have beautiful gas fire pits you can sit around and hammocks to lounge in. I would go again it was amazing and so much fun!
Easy process checking in to the room and at the front desk. Space is really comfortable and feels just like home. We were welcomed with island snacks and a sweet fresh pineapple along with other goodies. Area is in a convenient spot surrounded by amazing places to eat. Would highly recommend staying here.