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Fern Grotto Inn

3.5 star property
Comfortable riverfront cottage near Lydgate Beach
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Overview of Fern Grotto Inn

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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4561 Kuamoo Road, Kapaa, HI, 96746-1419
  • Popular LocationSmith's Tropical Paradise13 min walk
  • Popular LocationCoconut Marketplace18 min walk
  • Popular LocationLydgate Beach19 min walk
  • AirportLihue, HI (LIH)11 min drive
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About the neighborhood

Kapaa

Located in Kapaa, Fern Grotto Inn is on a river. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Kauai Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lydgate Beach and Opaekaa Falls Overlook. Kealia Beach and Kalapaki Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling, surfing/body boarding, and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Lae Nani Beach - 10 min walk
  • Smith's Tropical Paradise - 13 min walk
  • Coconut Marketplace - 18 min walk
  • Lydgate Beach - 19 min walk
  • Wailua Falls - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Island Country Markets #93 - 16 min walk
  • Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai - 17 min walk
  • Kenji Burger - 4 min drive
  • The Garden Grille & Bar - 10 min walk
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fern Grotto Inn

Comfortable riverfront cottage near Lydgate Beach
Along with free use of bicycles, this cottage has concierge services and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden. All 9 soundproofed accommodations feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Guests will find kitchenettes with refrigerators, ovens, stovetops, and microwaves.
Fern Grotto Inn offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cottage have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with Netflix. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and irons/ironing boards.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Walkway to water
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Portable fan

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

General

  • 5 buildings
  • 9 units
  • Built in 1942
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number TVNC-1070, GE-193-000-2432-01, TA-193-000-2432-01, 410040230000, TA-193-000-2432-01, GE-193-000-2432-01, 410040230000, GE-193-000-2432-01, TA-193-000-2432-01, 410040230000

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Fern Grotto Inn Kapaa
Fern Grotto Kapaa
Fern Grotto Inn Kapaa
Fern Grotto Inn Cottage
Fern Grotto Inn Cottage Kapaa

Frequently asked questions

Is Fern Grotto Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fern Grotto Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fern Grotto Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Fern Grotto Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Fern Grotto Inn located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Lydgate Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Opaekaa Falls Overlook. Kealia Beach and Kauai Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Fern Grotto Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and suite were beautifully kept. We loved that they had bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling equipment which we used at the river which was right next to us and at the beach across the street. The bike path nearby was amazing views over the ocean. As everywhere in Kauai there are roosters so bring earplugs because they start early.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This truly is a home away from home! Kitchen is well equipped and the bathroom has full size toiletries. Free laundry facilities include detergent and dryer sheets. The amenity that totally goes above and beyond is the recreational activity supplies: kayaks, SUPs, coolers (ice, too), beach towels, beach chairs, beach mats, and snorkel gear! You can get to the river from the property and the beach is a very short walk. I recommend this place for adults and solo travelers. Only complaint, and it has nothing to do with the resort (it's all over the island), was the roosters. The owner lives onsite which also helps keep any issues to a minimum. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
True Hawaii. We were immersed in the sounds of birds, breezes, and we could even hear the ocean at night! Really appreciated the easy access to the river and they had all the outdoor amenities like kayaks, coolers, boogie boards, and bikes (for the 10 mile bike path just a block up the road!) It was central to the Kauai adventure tubing, Smiths luau, and only 30 mins from the north shore. Kapaa town is 5 mins and has all amenities. The road this property is on is also on a Heritage trial —which has multiple sacred sites to visit, a Hindu temple, and a waterfall! I can’t say enough about this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hnia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booking the River cottage instead of a hotel and resort was such a great decision. The cottages are surrounded by lush gardens with trees laden with fruit and flowers. The area is quiet and affords you complete privacy. The check in process was great! Everything was already prepared for us when we went inside. The cottage is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need and was impeccably clean. There is an access point to the Wailua river with kayaks available. Laundry facilities were also such a convenience. I would love to stay here again! Such a magical and whimsical place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecil M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the beautiful Fern Grotto Inn. The room was clean and its furnishings and atmosphere greatly enhanced our Kauaiin experience by introducing us to local culture and customs. The well maintained grounds reflected the beauty of the "garden island" and the kind and friendly staff were quick to address our every need. We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for an awesome Hawaiian experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time visiting Hawaii and our stay at Fern Grotto Inn was a pleasant one. The room was very clean , plenty of towels . The air conditioner , toaster oven, microwave worked perfectly. The grounds are well kept . There are fruit trees on the property as well. The inn keeper was very hospitable and attentive to our needs.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Jaeyoon, San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained, and quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023