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At Pono Kai Resort, you'll find your own Hawaii paradise within walking distance of downtown Kapa'a with its restaurants and shops. This popular resort on sandy Pono Kai Beach features a large swimming pool with hot tub, barbecue facilities, tennis courts and an activities desk.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms96 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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About this property

Pono Kai J107 Beachfront Resort AC! Steps to Beach & Pool

  • Paradise as you imagined it! Steps from the Swimming Pool and Sandy Beach surrounded by lush tropical gardens, in the heart of wonderful Kapa'a Town! Pono Kai Resort perfectly located within walking distance of downtown Kapa'a with its restaurants and shops, parks and activities.

    This popular resort on sandy Pono Kai Beach and fronted by the famous Kapa'a Beach Bike bath and its miles and miles of shoreline. This amazing central location gives you easy access to the North, South and West shores, as well.

    This ground floor condo steps from the swimming pool and sandy oceanfront beach features 2 spacious bedrooms with a King in the master bedroom and 2 Queen beds in the 2nd master bedroom and 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with a pull out sofa sleeper to accommodate up to 6 guests. Relax on the tropical garden view lanai and enjoy the beautiful Kauai sunrise!

    Amenities at the resort abound in beautifully maintained landscaped tropical flora, a large swimming pool with hot tub, barbecue, sauna, tennis courts ,putting greens, exercise room, activities desk, and a sundries shop.

    Surrounded by swaying palms you will find your own Hawaii Paradise at the Pono Kai Resort. Stroll the 12 lushly landscaped acres and you’ll discover tropical flowers, fruit trees and peaceful gardens. Enjoy swimming or snorkeling in the sparkling blue Pacific Ocean, just a few steps from your condo, or take a relaxing dip in the pool.

    Property amenities include:
    • Jacuzzi
    • Laundry Facilities (coin operate on the first florr of each building)
    • Security
    • Guest Activities Desk
    • Private Lanai
    • Tennis & Pickleball
    • Shuffleboard
    • Swimming Pool
    • Herb Garden
    • Arts & Crafts
    • Board Games
    • Free Wifi
    • Hawaiian Gardens
    • Free Parking
    • Bar-B-Que Facilities
    • Sauna (2)
    • 24 Hour Front Desk
    • Complimentary Beach Towels
    • Golf Putting Greens
    • Table Tennis/Ping Pong
    • Picnic Tables

    Within walking distance of Pono Kai J107, you can explore the historic town of Kapa’a, with art galleries, boutiques, shops and restaurants. You’ll enjoy discovering this quaint town and taste of “old Hawaii,” that is off the beaten path.

    On the first Saturday of each month, Old Kapaa Town throws itself a party. There are lots of crafts, local foods and music. The festivities start around 6:00 and start winding down around 9:00. This monthly event is lots of fun, and is well-attended by locals and visitors alike.

    Be sure to stroll, jog, or ride a bike along the paved oceanfront Kapaa bike trail, fronting the Pono Kai Resort. You can rent bicycles next door. Pono Kai Resort is located within 5 minutes from all water activities; canoeing, kayaking, surfing, etc...

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,036 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Property Registration Number 450070020202, GE-069-320-0384-01, TA-069-320-0384-01

About the neighborhood

Located in Kapaa, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Nawiliwili Harbor and Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Kapaa Shopping Center and Coconut Marketplace. Smith's Tropical Paradise and Lydgate Beach are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours. Visit our Kapaa travel guide
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Kapaa, HI

What's nearby

  • Kapa'a Beach Park
    Kapa'a Beach Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path
    Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waipouli Beach
    Waipouli Beach
    5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Ho'olalaea Waterfall
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fuji Beach
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Java Kai Kapaa
    9 min walk
  • Musubi Truck
    12 min walk
  • Kountry Kitchen
    5 min walk
  • Fish Bar Deli
    10 min walk
  • Tony’s Catch
    1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Pono Kai J107 Beachfront Resort AC! Steps to Beach & Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Pono Kai J107 Beachfront Resort AC! Steps to Beach & Pool 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 J107 Beachfront Resort AC! Steps to Beach & Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pono Kai J107 Beachfront Resort AC! Steps to Beach & Pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pono Kai J107 Beachfront Resort AC! Steps to Beach & Pool located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Kapa'a Beach Park, Ho'olalaea Waterfall, and Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path. Kela's Glass Gallery and Kapaa Town Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Pono Kai J107 Beachfront Resort AC! Steps to Beach & Pool Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was so quick to respond to questions! Amenities in the condo were great. Made for a really nice week long stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was great! The unit was clean, and came with everything you would need to make yourself at home during your stay. The management company was responsive and a pleasure to work with. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al-Mamun K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A conveniently located and decent apartment for our three-day stay in Kauai — it served us well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Great stay

Great location and fun stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Penelope G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Spacious rooms. Well stocked kitchen (cookware, etc) Beautiful grounds
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Pono Kai Resort. The apartment was clean and had all the amenities needed. Outside the sliding glass doors was the pool and hot tub. The grounds were beautiful. The resort is against a beach on the east coast. The resort is in walking distance to the Kapa'a town center with a number of places to eat and shop.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a two week family trip with our elderly father and really enjoyed this unit. The kitchen was well stocked and the unit was quiet and spacious. It was just steps from the pool and parking was close. I definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central to downtown shops. Loved the walking path….walked miles everyday. Felt safe.Condo clean and had all that was needed to use the kitchen to make meals. Grounds were well maintained. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Doris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Didn’t have a beach view. Unit was clean and spacious. Our only complaint was the bed was so uncomfortable for everyone. The mattresses appeared to be very firm but everyone had trouble sleeping and a backache. Other than that e erything was fine. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was perfect for our family. We love the ground floor so the kids can easily access the pool area from the lanai. Short walk to restaurants, food trucks, and convenience stores. Communication was excellent, and they were very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H.

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

Great place, great location!

The condo is really quite large! Was really surprised how big all the rooms were! Awesome location and well maintained all around! We enjoyed our stay and would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Great Location

Best area on Kuaui! Property was easy to access and central for anything you want to do. Near a lovely ocean trail and beaches. Host was very responsive and place was just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terry K.

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

Love the proximity to the beach

Cotton sheets would be good. The amenities at the complex were very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse G.

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

Very nice condo.

This is an excellent unit for a family. The Pono Kai grounds are beautiful and this unit is very close to the pool. Our kids enjoyed feeding the fish in the Koi pond every morning. The property manger was a delight to work with. I would highly recommend this unit and I hope to return soon.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

The K.

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

Work stay

Place was nice just enough space for the 5 of us. Full kitchen so cooked to save from going out or just having something to eat when every place closes early. Check in was simple and reaching out to ask for early check in went well. Overall good experience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

Excellent location on Kauai

Our family of 4 stayed 9 nights. The condo was bigger than we expected with lots of space and one extra bed than what we thought. This was a great surprise which allowed the kids to have their own beds for the trip.We arrived late at night, but the check-in process was seamless. Communication was excellent and all information was provided ahead of time.The condo was well stocked and we ended up eating most breakfasts & dinners in the condo to save money. Costco was a quick 15-20 minute drive away, and other grocery stores were close to pick up essentials.The unit provided 4 beach chairs, beach towels and a cooler, which we used every day. Kapa'a was centrally located for 1/2 day trips to the north side (Hanalei), south side (Poipu) and west (Waimea Canyon). We spent time at two great beaches within a few minutes drive - Lydgate and Kealia - in addition to others around the island (Anini, Poipu, Brennecke's, Lawa'i). The snorkeling at Lawa'i Beach was one of the highlights as it was like swimming in an aquarium!The location of the actual condo had some positives & negatives. We really enjoyed the ground floor unit as it was nice to walk out the lanai to access the pool and grass areas. Parking was also very convenient. The downside was that the lanai was right next to a main path to the pool, the outdoor chessboard and the putting green, so there were times when we had little privacy when sitting outside.We really enjoyed our stay. TY!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

LittleRed J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What I wish I knew

Good: the respite is great. Very clean, kind staff, clean pool, lots of fun games. The A/C worked really well. Bad:I’ve never been told that I get one roll of toilet paper for an 8 day stay, that was new to me. The room with the two beds smelled like pee. The towels smelled mildewy. The kitchen is very minimally stocked. We needed up buying salt and pepper since that wasn’t on site. There is no Tupperware, no baggies, no plastic wrap or tinfoil if needed. There was however alcohol in the fridge (so weird). There was sand underneath our fitted sheet, so you could feel it, but not sweep it out of the bed. The attached bathroom had a metal drain cover that wasn’t attached. The bathroom fan has barely works, making the room very humid (thus the mildew smell I think).Don’t try and check in early, as the colds won’t work until 3.The island is amazing though! This was our 4th visit and we have had much better experiences at other rentals, so I’m not sure I would recommend unless you rent with someone else, who is more mindful of their property. The smell was the worst part!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsha M.

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

Kapaa Fun at Pono KI

We had a great time in this condo and at the complex. The unit is very close to the pool so we could easily access it when we were not busy with other activities. The mini golf course was a blast and you could play chess on a life size board. Also ping pong, croquet, and pickle ball available. The beach and board walk are a short walk from the condo. The condo had amenities such as beach towels, chairs, and a cooler. Only draw back was bedroom with king bed was a bit toasty so used two fans in it. The condo is within walking distance to many shops. Restaurants, and food trucks. Location is pretty central so easy drive to Lihue, Poipu, and Hanalei. Overall, we had a great time and would stay there again if traveling to Kauai. Mahalo!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ronald D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pono Kai 2 BR

The location of the property and amenities are great. The refrigerator was leaking and needed to be replaced, which wasn’t completed until 11:00 pm of the day we checked in. Candace provided a 50 dining voucher, which wasn’t enough to compensate us for the inconvenience (based on the cost of the room per night). She would not agree to credit us for the first night which would have been fair. I’m still waiting on a partial credit above and beyond the meal voucher. Many of the rooms at Pono Kai have been updated- this one has not (older carpet, popcorn ceilings). Still a good experience, but not exceptional.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

LORI C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Upon our arrival we were terribly disappointed that the unit reeked of stale cigarette smoke like an old motel. The unit is managed by a property manager. When we complained about the smell, they told us that they had been in the unit the previous week and had smelled nothing at all. Both of the toilets started leaking on day 2. Candace, the property manager, promptly contacted a plumber who re-seated both of them but left a large mess behind in both bathrooms. The location is nice; close to the beach, but the condo itself is in the building at the back of the property, farthest from the beach. Candace did a lot of communicating through my email, instead of through the VRBO app, which was confusing and cumbersome. The entire unit is in dire need of updating.-definitely 80’s era. We most certainly would not stay here again, mostly due to the horrible smell. The unit would need new carpet, drapes, furniture, paint, etc. to rectify the situation. Four adults stayed here and the stench was unmistakable. I just wish I had known prior to booking, and that is why I am leaving this review-so others can be informed. Also, there is a plaque on the coffee table saying “no smoking”. Why?? The unit has clearly been smoked in for years!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine G.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025