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Hale Pali Kai is a haven of comfort and tranquility, perched on the Kalapaki Bay Cliff with an oceanfront view that invites relaxation. Unwind in the spacious living room with 12' high wall-to-wall sliding glass doors, or take a short walk to Kalapaki Beach for a swim or game of beach volleyball.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102870 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites.

Hale Pali Kai — Luxury Oceanfront Vacation Rental in Kalapaki Bay, Kauai
Experience the perfect blend of comfort, tranquility, and adventure in paradise.

Welcome to Hale Pali Kai, your dream oceanfront Kauai vacation rental perched high above Kalapaki Bay. Translating to “High Cliff House” in Hawaiian, Hale Pali Kai offers breathtaking views, luxurious comfort, and an unbeatable location between two of Kauai’s premier resorts.

Float above the turquoise waters, watch sea turtles glide below, and enjoy fiery sunsets from one of three private lanais—a front-row seat to the magic of Kauai.

Oceanfront Luxury with a View That Takes Your Breath Away

Situated on the Kalapaki Bay Cliff, our home faces directly west, offering dramatic sunset views over the mountains and ocean. Soaring 16-foot ceilings and 12-foot sliding glass doors create a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience that brings Kauai’s natural beauty right into your living room.

Relax to the sound of the surf, the whisper of palm trees, and the gentle island breeze.

Prime Location Between Kauai’s Finest Resorts

Hale Pali Kai sits between the Timbers Kauai Resort and the Royal Sonesta Resort, placing you steps away from fine dining, spas, and resort amenities.

Through ResortPass.com, you can access resort pools, cabanas, and daybeds for a true five-star experience. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, our location lets you enjoy the best of both privacy and luxury.

Designed for Comfort, Inspired by Kauai’s Spirit

Spread across 3.5 levels, Hale Pali Kai offers comfort, privacy, and a genuine sense of home:

• Two oceanfront master suites with private lanais and spa-style bathrooms overlooking the bay

• Guest bedroom with two queen beds and central A/C

• Open-concept living and dining area with panoramic ocean views

• Gentle trade winds, ceiling fans, and a mostly bug-free environment thanks to our oceanfront elevation

• All main living spaces are air-conditioned, and the home’s thoughtful design captures the island’s natural airflow for year-round comfort.

Endless Activities at Your Doorstep

At Hale Pali Kai, every day is an opportunity to explore:

Walk to Kalapaki Beach for swimming, surfing, or paddleboarding

Golf at Hokuala Golf Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus — guests receive Kamaʻāina discounts

Play tennis, hike nearby trails, or relax on the sand

Enjoy boutique shopping and local dining just minutes away

Best of all, Lihue Airport is only 7 minutes from your door—so your vacation begins the moment you land.

Discover Kalapaki Beach — Kauai’s Hidden Gem

Featured in Only in Hawaii, Kalapaki Beach is celebrated as one of the most breathtaking beaches in the islands. Its calm waters, golden sands, and palm-framed shoreline make it perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or simply watching outrigger canoes glide across the bay.

Despite its central location near the harbor and resorts, Kalapaki remains a peaceful, uncrowded slice of paradise—a true Hawaiian sanctuary.

Your High Point in Paradise Awaits

Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a family getaway, or a golf retreat, Hale Pali Kai offers the best of luxury, location, and island charm.

Enjoy the privacy of a home with the perks of a resort—and let Kauai’s natural beauty take your breath away.

Book your stay at Hale Pali Kai today and experience the ultimate oceanfront vacation rental in Kauai.
Some of our reviews/guest comments:

'As beautiful as the pictures are, they don't do the house justice-I loved it!

'Great pad! State of the art everything! Clean, new, location, value! Why stay at a hotel when you can stay at this home?!

'This place is the BOMB' To put it our teenagers words

'This place is top notch in every way!'

'Truly an architectural gem that makes you feel like royalty'

Registration Number: TA-021-885-9008-01, 350020290002, GE-021-885-9008-01

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,870 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Please take any trash out to the bins out front. Please start a load of beach towels. Mahalo
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number TA-021-885-9008-01, 350020290002, GE-021-885-9008-01

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Lihue, HI

What's nearby

  • Nawiliwili Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kalapaki Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kauai Lagoons Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nawiliwili Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Kauai - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Musubi Truck - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lilikoi Bar and Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hualani's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kind Koffee Co. - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites. 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 Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Oceanfront Resort Living. 16' ceilings. Luxury Oceanfront Bedroom Suites. located?

Located in Lihue, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of Nawiliwili Bay and Nawiliwili Harbor. Kalapaki Beach and Kauai Lagoons Golf Club are also within 10 minutes.

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 122 reviews
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Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location!!

We had a wonderful time during our stay at this beautiful property! The location was perfect! The views were amazing!! The house was clean and stocked with everything we needed to be comfortable. The beds were super comfy! The only issue we had was upon arrival we were notified that the air conditioning was broken in the main part of the house but they had already set up 2 portable units to keep things cool so it wasn’t bad at all. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Beautiful property. Very clean, very responsive host!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome views, close to adventure and relaxation

Memorable Thanksgiving holiday with family. Clean, well stocked (beach chairs, coolers, snorkels, umbrella, and more), with unforgettable views from all 3 levels. Gonna be hard vacation to top.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Great location nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

We loved our family time in this beautiful home. It was the perfect location for the family wedding at Timbers next door. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Lihue

We love staying at this location - I have rented this spot three times. The location of the property cannot be beat - it is central to everything one may want to do on Kauai, but also has plenty of local/walkable amenities. The living space is a great place to spend time with family with a large amount of space, wide open windows and views. Louise and Kendra are responsive to any issues that may arise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dad's 82nd bday Getaway

Great location to our activities. Wonderful views of sunrises and sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific place

Situated on a cliff overlooking the Bay, walking distance to both the beach and the Ocean Course at Hokulua. Exceeds expectations ‼️
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation home!

This house is incredible. Perfect for our family of six. Has everything you need to enjoy your vacation. Sand toys/flippers/wagon to carry your beach chairs. Even a cooler. The location is perfect, so much so we wouldn’t stay anywhere else if we came back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

This property was absolutely wonderful! The views were stunning and the beds were incredibly comfortable. It was lovely being able to walk down to the beach and the access to all their beach toys was lovely. I do wish there was a remote for the garage to be able to pull in & out of with ease instead of having to jump out of the car to run and open/close the garage. And oddly enough non of the slider doors seemed to lock but we felt safe enough that we didn’t let it bother us too much. Overall, I would 100% stay here again! It was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raghu T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean views

convenient location with great views from every room. Teenager approved!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property with a great location!

This house was great for our extended family coming together. The rooms were spacious and the views were unmatched. It was a quick walk to the beach, golfing and other lovely views. We would definitely stay here again as Louise and Kendra, the property owner and manager were incredibly helpful attentive and made our stay better. We hope to come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning and perfect location

The setting on the bay is perfect. Easy access to restaurants. You basically feel like part of the resort but you’re not. Beautiful way to wake up and go to sleep each night, listening to the waves of the ocean
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

April G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

The house was as beautiful as the pictures. The owners/property manager were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

The home was exactly as described. Clean, spacious, and had everything that we needed. Wonderful location to explore all that Kauai has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous place right on Kalapaki Beach

The property was amazing! Very spacious for a family of 7, great views, walking distance to the beach, modern and clean. The beach was kid friendly as it was protected by a barrier. The house had water shoes, snorkel, boogie boards, etc. The location was absolutely perfect. Did I mention the views? Would absolutely stay there again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view!!

The house was amazing. Great view, clean, plenty of parking, and most importantly, comfortable mattress. The house manager responded quickly and very helpful. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best time ever!

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The property pictures look beautiful, but they don't even do the house justice. The views are amazing. The house had everything we needed and then some. We enjoyed walking down to the beach every day and explored activities on the island with our rental car. We would definitely stay at this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khristine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This beautiful condo is perfectly located with access to a pretty beach, a golf course, great food and long walking paths. We loved every minute of our stay. The location is great for exploring the whole island. The condo itself is modern, spacious and has every amenity you need. Huge bathrooms, bedrooms and tall ceilings with a lovely view of the beach, an active harbor and nearby mountains. We enjoyed our too brief family vacation and would love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zackary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pure luxury

We stayed here for a week with my brothers and their families. The view was amazing, the beach access was great, the kitchen was well appointed, plenty of beach toys in the garage, good A/C, lots of space, a bathroom for every bedroom ... we don't have a single complaint, this place was amazing!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place for Kauai

This was our second stay at this property. Louise and Kendra are super helpful. The property is super clean, modern and any issues that popped up were addressed promptly. The location is perfect, close to the airport, walking distance to beach and restaurants, short drive to costco and safeway, and equidistant driving to either side of the island for any activities you may want to do for your visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

holt f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

an exquisite & unique gem

There are only a few homes from which you can enjoy an expansive view of Nawiliwili bay and beach. And so close to walk to everything as if you were at the resorts. The home is amazing on its own too. Luxurious and comfortable. Spacious for 3 generations to spread around.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent vacation to Kauai

This home is was perfect in every way- Location, beauty, responsiveness of owner and perfect amenities for a relaxing and wonderful first trip to Kauai. The pictures truly represent the property and the view is even better than expected. We especially loved watching the surfers and spotting sting rays and sea turtles from the balconies while drinking our morning coffee. The only problem was that we didn’t stay long enough. Until next time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The home itself was beautiful. Attention to detail was on point. The little extras made it so much easier -things like having a cooler, beach towels and wagon for all the the chairs and beach fun. There was enough space for the teenagers to be teenagers and us to be adults!! The bartenders at the resort below were amazing and we felt welcomed everywhere we went. ABC in walking distance and Walmart and Instacart deliver! The home was so clean and Louise and Kendra answerd every question we had promptly. Would stay here again!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Klaus D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, spacious house

Certainly the views from the house are its biggest highlight--they are spectacular over Kalapaki Bay and the mountains...just gorgeous. We enjoyed the airiness of the house and its proximity to the beach. The mid-stay cleaning was very good. The pots and pans in the kitchen could use an upgrade and there were some areas in the house that were not so clean when we arrived. The shades in the bedrooms filter the light just minimally so that could be an issue for some, but waking up to the sound of the ocean was a joy. Depending on the wind, the planes flying in and out of Lihue can sometimes be clearly heard at night. We enjoyed our time in the house and can recommend it!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024