Kaunakakai, HI

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A view from the water of Kiowea Park and the Kapuaiwa Coconut Grove, Molokai, Hawaii.
A view from the water of Kiowea Park and the Kapuaiwa Coconut Grove, Molokai, Hawaii.
Jetty in the water at Kaunakakai Ferry Terminal
Boats sit in the water at at Kaunakakai Ferry Terminal
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Hotel Moloka'i

Hotel Moloka'i

3 out of 5
1300 Kamehameha V Hwy Kaunakakai HI
$270 nightly
The price is $321 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$321 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kaunakakai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (660 reviews)
The room was very clean and the staff members were very friendly and helpful. We had a very relaxing few days stay. But the property does need maintenance and repairs.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Hotel Moloka'i
Castle at Moloka'i Shores

Castle at Moloka'i Shores

3 out of 5
109 Ala Malama St Kaunakakai HI
Book a stay at this beach condo in Kaunakakai. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Molokai Harbor and Molokai War Memorial ...
7.2/10 Good! (178 reviews)
Location, grounds, pool, oceanside great and maintained. Room not so much. Dirty. Unwashed dishes, cabinets, counters, walls and appliances. So many random kitchen items, needs to be simplified so the poor housekeeper can check them. Long time since the floors were washed, especially to the corners. ...

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Castle at Moloka'i Shores
Wavecrest

Wavecrest

3 out of 5
7142 Kamehameha V Hwy Kaunakakai HI
Stay at this condo in Kaunakakai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Hokukano-Ualapue Complex and Smith-Bronte Landing ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
The unit was lovely and well appointed. Even nicer than the pictures and that never happens. Pool is great. Neighbors are quiet. I very much enjoyed it.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Wavecrest
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Castle at Moloka'i Shores

Castle at Moloka'i Shores

3 out of 5
109 Ala Malama St Kaunakakai HI
Book a stay at this beach condo in Kaunakakai. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Molokai Harbor and Molokai War Memorial ...
7.2/10 Good! (178 reviews)
Location, grounds, pool, oceanside great and maintained. Room not so much. Dirty. Unwashed dishes, cabinets, counters, walls and appliances. So many random kitchen items, needs to be simplified so the poor housekeeper can check them. Long time since the floors were washed, especially to the corners. ...

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Castle at Moloka'i Shores
Wavecrest

Wavecrest

3 out of 5
7142 Kamehameha V Hwy Kaunakakai HI
Stay at this condo in Kaunakakai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Hokukano-Ualapue Complex and Smith-Bronte Landing ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
The unit was lovely and well appointed. Even nicer than the pictures and that never happens. Pool is great. Neighbors are quiet. I very much enjoyed it.

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Wavecrest
OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
130 Kai Malina Parkway Lahaina HI
Book a stay at this luxury condo in Kaanapali. Enjoy free valet parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,930 reviews)
Excellent accommodations! Beautiful property! I would highly recommend this location. Julie, the concierge, was wonderful to work with!! What a gem!!!!

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kaunakakai

4.3
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Loved the little downtown with stores, bakery, etc. and proximity to drives elsewhere on island. Easy to explore all over Moloka'i from there.

4/5 - Good

Kaki

Kaunakakai is a very small town with few restaurants and groceries and one gas station. Not much to do there. We enjoyed Hula Bean cafe because it’s hot Mocha coffee was excellent.

4/5 - Good

Steve

Friendly Market is the best place to buy groceries. Have breakfast at the Kanemitsu Bakery and check out their evening Hawaiian Sweet Bread treats. Hiro's, by Hotel Molokai, is the best restaurant on the island.

5/5 - Excellent

David

Molokai is heavenly! Other worldly.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Its the best!

5/5 - Excellent

Melissa

Very unique historical site to learn about the people who were banished for having leprosy.

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