Pono Kai

Kapaa, Hawaii

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  • We visited the Pono Kai last week in Aug, 04. Overall it was a good experience. We have a 4 yr old and found the place to be very family...

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    By skiinskiout Updated Aug 12, 2022
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  • This place feels like your home away from home with all the local flavor and aloha of Kauai. There is so much to do close to the condo....

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    By kathyd600 Apr 14, 2023
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  • Ocean front comfortable condo with fully equipped kitchen. Extra items can be obtained from housekeeping, such as beach towels, robes,...

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    By evam106 Aug 25, 2022
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  • This was our 2nd year at the resort and we truly enjoyed it. Both times we stayed in a 2 bedroom, ocean front unit. The living area and...

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    By elsieb2 Updated Aug 29, 2022
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  • Pono Kai is one of the best-kept secrets when it comes to resorts in Kauai. The buildings look old but that is about it, the grounds and...

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    By kwasio4 Jan 19, 2023
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  • Beautiful grounds. Located near center of island, only 7 miles from airport. Very nice units, recently updated. Convenient to grocery...

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    By susans2381 Jan 9, 2023
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  • My vacation on Kauai, staying at the Pono Kai, was the best vacation I ever enjoyed. The resort is centrally located for doing all the...

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    By charlottea61 Nov 15, 2022
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  • Great location and view. You can walk to the beach. Beauriful sunsets and more!

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    By daveo107 Updated Aug 12, 2022
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  • You have found it!! A family resort all ages will enjoy. Choose your beach front unit that has been recently remodeled and has all the...

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    By carolynb366 Updated Aug 12, 2022
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  • Pono Kai is a small, friendly, oceanfront resort in the little town of Kapaa. The resort is bordered by a walking/bike path leading to...

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    By marshaj47 Mar 23, 2022
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  • Centrally located, ocean front in walkable distance to Kapaa town. We love staying here and enjoy the bike path, restaurants in Kapaa,...

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    By donnaj412 Jul 31, 2024
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  • Me and my family have been going to the Pono Kai since the late 90s. walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Staff are very...

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    By bobw521 Jul 22, 2024
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  • This is not a luxury resort. But we love staying here because of its location (walking distance for meals, shopping and beautiful coastal...

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    By leland28 Jul 16, 2024
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  • My wife and I have loved this resort since our honeymoon 35 years ago, and at this point in our lives, we would love another family to...

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    By davidd1427 Apr 11, 2022
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  • Stroll the 12 lushly landscaped acres and you’ll discover tropical flowers, fruit trees and peaceful gardens. Enjoy swimming or...

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    By stephenh342 Apr 25, 2024
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  • It's a cute resort on the east side of the island. It has all you need for a vacation in Hawaii. We loved the ocean views and walk along...

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    By sarahr491 Apr 17, 2024
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  • We have owned Pono Kai for 25 years and have gone with our family every year or every other year. Our whole family have fond memories of...

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    By donnao206 Mar 18, 2024
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  • Best place to stay on the East side of Kauai - Kapaa. Nearby Supermarket/restaurants/shops. This ocean is 50 yards from the building A,...

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    By christophert222 Mar 18, 2024
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  • We have had two great stays here! Ocean front both times with one stay being in December before Christmas.

    By stevem1337 Mar 7, 2024
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  • Beautiful place conveniently located in Kauai. Ocean front 2 bedroom unit.

    By gregoryw151 Dec 5, 2023
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  • Love this place! Great location and so stress free.

    By russellt66 Dec 3, 2023
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  • Love this resort, and this island.

    By douglask57 Dec 1, 2023
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  • We have been owners at the Pono Kai for over 20 years. We have never had any reason to complain ever!! We are now seniors and are finding...

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    By airmiles Nov 15, 2023
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  • GREAT LOCATION FOR THE PRICE! It’s not the Ritz but it is a large unit, clean and close to everything.

    By toddl146 Nov 8, 2023
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  • Love that this place is right in the middle of the whole Kauai area.

    By valeriem216 Oct 5, 2023
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