Rental Details
Rental Overview
Our spacious remodeled vacation home has amazing ocean, Bali Hai and golf course views and now boasts updated modern bathrooms with Hans Grohe rain showers and fixtures plus a free-standing tub in the master bathroom, state of the art kitchen with Caesarstone counters and Kitchen Aid appliances, all new windows and doors, 8 foot tall sliders leading to the rear lanai, two covered outdoor lanais for dining and unwinding, wall to wall hardwood flooring, wood patio decking, midcentury modern furnishings and an enclosed covered garage. Each room including the lanai is equipped with Big Ass fans, considered the most efficient and quietest fans on the market.
*** Please bear in mind that the trade winds blow so we do not have any air conditioners in the house. If you really need air conditioners, this may not be the house for you - the natural breezes are incredible through the house most of the time. We provide ceiling and floor fans in every room for your use.
Princeville is located just by Hanalei, on the island of Kauai, which is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful places on earth. Its pristine beaches are surrounded by a stunning array of waterfalls and emerald-green cliffs.
Melia Kai is a private home with a sweeping view of the cobalt blue Pacific Ocean and the cascading waterfalls of Namolokama. Located on the Princeville Makai golf course, our house offers the visitor a wonderful opportunity to do just about everything---but it is also a terrific place to do absolutely nothing!
The spectacular views invite you to walk barefoot across the fairway to the edge of a 150-foot cliff (security may ask you to leave so please do not go across before 7 pm after the golfing day is over), where you look down on waves crashing onto the lava rock below. If you watch closely, you will see turtles swimming in the coves beneath you.
You will find that Melia Kai offers the best of two worlds - the luxurious amenities of the Princeville resort area (security patrol, community center, shopping mall and golfing) and the exotic remoteness of Kauai's north shore. One minute you can be sipping a Mai Tai in a crisp summer outfit at the sumptuous One Hanalei Hotel and the next you can be navigating a jungle trail in your bathing suit looking for the waterfall at the head of the Kalihiwai Valley.
Note: Although our home is all on one floor, please note that we have 3 steps with handrails leading up to the front door landing and there is a step down between the entryway/dining area down to the living room area. This home may not work for guests who require handicap access, guests who cannot easily go up and down the step down or guests with small children who may fall easily.
Come stay the week at Melia Kai and experience paradise first hand! We offer discounts for weekly and monthly stays.
Due to neighborhood restrictions, our house is not available for rental for on-site retreats or for guest housing for off-site retreats. We are only available to groups of families and friends. Mahalo! ****
Hawaii Tax ID #: 125-829-9392-01 - we are officially registered with the State of Hawaii and with Princeville
Registration Number: TA-125-829-9392-01, 540070090000, GE-125-829-9392-01
Rental FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this vacation rental located?
- City: Princeville (postal 96722) Hawaii
Nearby highlights
- Location: Princeville, HI (Queen Emmas Bluffs – North Shore Kauai – 0.17 km to center), United States
- Near a health or beauty spa
- Next to a golf course
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
How many guests can it sleep?
This rental sleeps up to 6 guests.
What amenities are available?
- Private vacation home
- Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
- Ceiling fan
- Free WiFi
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine and dryer
- Hot tub
- BBQ grill grill
- Garden
- Lanai / balcony
- Car required
- Onsite parking
- Onsite parking options include a garage
- BBQ grill
- Crib
- Dryer
- Free Parking
- Internet
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Living Area
- No Smoking
- Outdoor Hot tub / space
- Toys
- TV
- Washer
What should I know about check-in?
- Check in starts at 4:00 PM
- Check out before 10:00 AM
- Minimum check in age: 25
- Check in time starts at 4:00 PM
- Contactless check in available
- Contactless check out available
- You will receive an email from the host with check in and check out instructions
- Government issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check in for incidental charges
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Property Registration Number TA 125 829 9392 01, 540070090000, GE 125 829 9392 01
What are the house rules and policies?
- Pets not allowed
- Children are welcome.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
What are popular things to do nearby and on Kauai?
- Birdwatching nearby
- Boat on site
- Fishing nearby
- Golf nearby
- Golf privileges
- Golfing on site
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayak on site
- Kayaking nearby
- Marina nearby
- Power boating nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Location: Princeville, HI (Queen Emmas Bluffs – North Shore Kauai – 0.17 km to center), United States
Do I need a rental car on Kauai, and what about parking?
A rental car may not be required for every stay, but transportation needs depend on your arrival airport, activities and how much of the island you plan to visit. Parking notes: Car required, Onsite parking, Onsite parking options include a garage.
What kind of rental is this?
This is a private vacation home rental.
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Guest Reviews
Reviews
Highly reccomend this property! While the weather didn’t cooperate on the island during our visit the home provided everything we could need or want for a wonderful family vacation. We still enjoyed all the beauties of the island, snorkeled, rode horses, golfed, and ate our way through Hanalei. Thank you for being wonderful hosts!
The house and grounds were even better than described! The 6 of us had a lovely time here over Christmas. Beautiful views from the living room and decks every day. Tons of different birds to watch right on the golf course out the windows. We cooked in the well organized kitchen every day and lacked for nothing. Fabulous trip, Fabulous house and Fabulous location!
Our second stay here. Everything was as lovely as we remembered. A quiet place with a beautiful view. Will definitely be back.
Excellent location, property condition and responsive host! Will be back!
Great location and view! Good interior design. Loved the beach chairs and boards provided.Hot tub was amazing!
Our host was amazing! She checked on us throughout our stay. The property was incredibly beautiful. Ocean on one side and mountains on the other! The property did not have A/C, but we were fully aware of that when we booked. The home is full of easy-to-open windows and fans and we stayed cool the entire time. The beds were SO comfy. The home has been so beautifully remodeled. Great neighborhood! So quiet! Close to the grocery store and several restaurants. I wish Meg would adopt us and let us live here! LOL
This was our second year in a row staying in Meg’s beautiful home in Princeville. This home is just perfect for our family of 5 with young kids; the home layout is ideal, has a hot tub, and amazing views and quick walk for an incredible sunset. You are also super close to Queen’s Bath and a quick drive to food and groceries. Couldn’t ask for anything better and plan to stay here again!!
Love this property. Third time and it always delivers!
We loved the neighborhood and being on the golf course within walking distance to AMAZING sunsets! Easy walking and the driving to Hanalei was very quick. Loved the openness of the house which allowed for all of us to cook dinner and play games at the large table. When windows and sliders are open there is a lovely breeze. It was perfect for our group of 6 and when grandparents came to dinner there was still tons of room.
This house was perfect! We enjoyed it so much! The main bedroom had such amazing breezes! The sunsets were so beautiful! I would highly recommend this property! This was by far our favorite place to stay on Kauai!
Loved everything about this place, me and my family would love to stay here again!
Super beautiful and we had a great time, close to everything we wanted to go to and overall an amazing trip.
Beautiful perfect home for a family vacation.
We love this spot! Everything is great about it! Can’t go wrong staying here!
Our stay at this incredible vacation rental was nothing short of magical! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean, visible from nearly every room. Enjoying coffee on the spacious deck in the morning and watching the sunset in the evenings was simply unforgettable.The home itself is impeccably maintained, beautifully decorated, and designed for comfort. The kitchen was one of the best-stocked we've ever experienced in a rental—every tool, gadget, and spice you could need was right at our fingertips, making cooking a delight. Whether we were preparing a bbq feast or simply enjoying a glass of wine with the ocean breeze, we had everything we needed.The hosts have truly thought of every detail, from cozy, high-quality linens to an excellent selection of books and board games for relaxing evenings. The location was perfect—secluded enough to feel like a private retreat, yet close to great restaurants, shops, and beaches.If you're looking for a peaceful, luxurious escape with stunning ocean views and all the comforts of home, this is the place. We can't wait to return!
this house had everything, including excellent decor and comfortable but also beautiful furniture. it had kitchen utensils that are often missing in other rentals, including knives that actually can cut food! and a knife sharpener, to boot. the outdoor space is also comfortable. and we got to watch albatrosses doing their meeting thing. melia kai was perfect.
Loved watching albatross! Well equipped kitchen. Very comfortable accommodations. Responsive owner. Extraordinary sunsets.
We rent from VRBO frequently and sometimes the photos don't always align . . . but this Princeville home exceeded our expectations! The location is stunning with views of the golf course, mountains and ocean in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. The home was a PERFECT size for the six of us (4 adults, 2 children). Meg has EVERYTHING you could possibly need in the kitchen, laundry, etc. The home is spotless and obviously well cared for. The hot tub was clean and a lovely respite after a lot of family activity! We HIGHLY recommend this home!!
Loved the house - great location, beautiful views. Very clean. The beds were extremely comfortable.
Fantastic property. Views were incredible, location was perfect. We will be back!!
This is a lovely property with a large living area. A great view from almost every room. The house is a classic mid century design. Well equipped overall making for a comfortable stay. It’s also close to all the beaches and amenities but in a quiet neighborhood. The host was terrific and flexible to accommodate our needs.
This vacation rental is beautiful! The location is perfect with golf course & ocean views. There is a place to watch the beautiful sunsets just a short walk down the golf course We even saw a beautiful small wedding on hole #7 on Friday late afternoon. We enjoyed our vacation and will definitely return.
Loved staying here with a group of friends. The guest book gave amazing recommendations, and close to many beaches and restaurants/food trucks. Had an amazing view of sunset and the ocean beyond the golf course. The garage had beach chairs, and there were ample towels/beach towels. Would definitely stay again!
The house was great and in a beautiful location. Only complaint is that it did have a slight musty smell when we first got there. The checkin process was very involved with waivers that needed to be signed and a request for personal information (name, age, phone number, email, home address) about everyone staying. I wasn't too concerned about giving the information but it was very odd that all of that was required. I called VRBO and they told me that I was required to give this information if the owner requested it or I would have to forfeit the payment. I wasn't happy about it but after contacting the owner they were more lenient and didn't require me to give all of the information.
The location of Princeville to the gorgeous beaches of Hanalei is unbeatable. Keep in mind if you want to adventure around the west shores this is more of a drive. There us
We enjoyed the breathtaking views and the beautiful decor of the home. We loved all the beaches, especially the Hideaway Beach and kayaking on the river. we would definitely come back to this beautiful home. Mahalo!🐦🔥
We absolutely loved our stay at Melia Kai. The home itself is luxurious, spacious, clean. Lots of nice little corners to relax. Perfect location with gorgeous sunsets, amazing bird watching, easy access to the main road.
Loved our stay! We enjoyed the area and bird watching on the back patio. Unfortunately when we were there the golf course was closed and heavy equipment was brought in to renovate the course. Despite that we still loved the view and sunsets. Good space for 4 adults. Meg is very responsive and a great host. No big issues. My family would definitely rent this place again.
We had a great time staying at Melia Kai! The views are gorgeous and most evenings we walked across the golf course to watch the sunset over the ocean. Great walking to Queen's Bath! The house is really lovely and is in a very safe and convenient location. Meg was very accommodating and easy to work with! We would love to come again!
Traveled with two adults and two teens and thoroughly enjoyed this property! I would highly recommend staying here if you are in the Princeville or Hanalei area. The property was clean, had gorgeous views, was easy to find and had a very fun vibe. Meg was easy to work with and was a fabulous host. Don't hesitate and just book this property!
Our family of 5 had such a lovely time and stay at Malia Kai. The house is perfectly located with a beautiful view of the mountains and ocean. For a close bite to eat, you can walk to pick up pizza or at Welina Terrace with a view of Hanalei and a Mai Tai. After a day of adventure (surfing, kayaking), it was nice to relax in the hot tub star gazing. We loved our stay!
Meg is a fantastic host and our stay on the island was only made better by this great house. The layout, cleanliness, location, and overall feel couldn't have been better for our family of 5 (three kids under 7). This is our 10th time coming to Kauai and first time with all three kids, everyone shared they hope the house is available again when we plan our return. Thank you for hosting us, Meg!!
We loved this house! I must say we were a bit concerned that the house didn’t have AC (we live in Texas, where that is a must) but it was no issue at all! The house was always cool and comfortable, and there was always a breeze blowing.
We had a great time staying at this beautifully appointed mid-century modern home. It had everything we could want and the sunsets over the golf course were amazing!! Many great memories were made on this vacation. Thanks for sharing your home with us!!
This home was perfect for our family of 5. The views and sunsets were amazing, the neighborhood is safe, and we walked to the beach most evenings for snorkeling on the reef. The beach supplies provided were great to take to the beach and the host was prepared for all weather. The kitchen was well equipped, we don't eat out often and made most meals in the house. I know there have been some comments about the rules, but once you arrive and see the neighborhood you will see why. Queens Bath was just at the end of the street, and Hanalei is a quick drive so location was ideal. We got coffee and shave ice at Wishing Well in Hanalei and doughnuts several mornings. The communication with the hosts was great and they even let us know of some road closures in the area during our stay to help with driving. I highly recommend booking this house for your stay.
Loved this house. The location in Princeville is convenient to everything on the North Shore. The layout was perfect for a family of four. The view is beautiful and the interior decor is modern and clean. We spent lots of time on the patios. The breeze and fans make the house more than comfortable inside and out. We loved every minute of our stay. Thank you!!
Our stay at Melia Kai was amazing. The view from family room was absolutely gorgeous as we had a great view of the sunset every night. The house was set up really well for us and the Weber grill was a huge added bonus that we took full advantage of. Being able to sit in the hot tub in the evenings was also really nice. There were plenty of beach chairs for our family of five and the boogey boards were fun to play with at the beach. Overall great vacation and enjoyed the opportunity to stay at Melia Kai.
Enjoyed the house, loved the location.
Pleasant
Stunning views. Island feel. Quiet. Safe neighborhood. Relaxing. Well appointed. Clean. Amazing sunsets. Would have loved to stay longer. Convenient location to get to Hanalei Bay. We have only positive things to say about this house after staying for a week. Enjoyed having beach accessories available (e.g., beach chairs, umbrella, and boogie boards).
No air conditioner should have been in the notes, beautiful property but rules did not match cleanliness. Multi-million-dollar home with the cheapest toilet paper, paper towels, dishes etc.
An amazing house set in the most beautiful location. The pictures do not do it justice! The windows let all the beauty in. We loved it here. The kids were in the hot tub everyday. The patio is a great spot for coffee or a drink. Walk across the golf course after hours to watch the sun set. Thank you, Meg.
Wonderful home located in a great location with a great view. All to enjoy while relaxing in the hot tub sipping on your favorite drink. The home is clean and well supplied with many essentials. Had some trouble with the WiFi, but host was very responsive and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
We had an amazing time at this home in Princeville. The views are stunning, the house is beautiful and it was the perfect space for our family.
The house is amazing and location is perfect It is 5 mins from downtown and restaurants The instructions were clear there was no issue finding the place Ample parking the views from home are breathtaking The appliances utensils all ate top class
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