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From the Alii Kai 4303 retreat, enjoy incredible ocean views from every room. Unwind in the spacious living space, cozy up on the private lanai with cable TV nearby or take a dip in the pool. With a fully-equipped kitchen and washer and dryer available, you'll feel right at home.

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9.0 out of 10
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Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Oceanfront penthouse, whale watch from your lanai, gorgeous kitchen!

  • Located on the seaside cliffs of Kauai’s beautiful North Shore, Ali'i Kai 4303 is a top-floor retreat with the most incredible ocean views in every room! It's truly a whale watcher's dream come true. Inside you'll find two attractive bedrooms, each with their own ocean view picture windows, an inviting living area, and a fully-equipped, beautifully updated kitchen. For those of us that aren't lucky enough to leave work on the mainland, you'll even find a well-lit desk in the master suite that makes the perfect home office. You'll also enjoy the dramatic views of the Pacific from the private balcony lanai, which is the perfect spot for enjoying a peaceful sunrise or sunset over the water.

    Key Amenities and Features
    Accommodations: 2 Bedrooms (king bed and queen bed) with ocean-view picture windows and premium bedding.
    Ocean Views: Panoramic Pacific views from every room, including the private balcony lanai.
    Fully Equipped Kitchen: Beautifully updated with modern appliances and essentials for home-cooked meals.
    Remote Work Ready: Dedicated home office desk in the master suite with high-speed internet.
    Resort Perks: Access to swimming pool and outdoor gas grill.

    Top Things to Do Near Ali'i Kai Resort
    Centrally located in Princeville, HI, providing easy access to the North Shore's best attractions:
    Beaches: Anini Beach (15 mins) for snorkeling with sea turtles (Honu) and Hanalei Bay (15 mins) for swimming.
    Golf: A 10-minute walk to the nationally ranked Makai Golf Club.
    Dining & Shopping: 1 mile from Princeville Center (Foodland, Saturday Farmers Market) and minutes from Hanalei’s famous Dolphin Restaurant and Wishing Well Shave Ice.
    Nature & Sightseeing: Visit the iconic Kilauea Lighthouse and Wildlife Preserve (20 mins away).

    Frequently Asked Questions
    Is this a good spot for whale watching?
    Yes. Between November and April, the private lanai offers an elevated vantage point to spot humpback whales.
    Are there stairs to access the unit?
    As a top-floor unit in the Alii Kai complex, access is via stair access, there are no elevators.
    What is included in the rental?
    The unit is stocked with beach gear (chairs, umbrellas), a washer/dryer, and a full kitchen.

    If you find yourself wanting for an activity other than soaking up the amazing views from the condo, Ali'i Kai 4303 is primed for you to take advantage of all the North Shore has to offer! Anini Beach is just 15 minutes away, and has crystal clear waters that are perfect for snorkeling! You might even catch a glimpse of a Honu (Hawaiian green sea turtle) while you're there. Hanalei Bay is also just 15 minutes away, and has beautiful golden sand beaches with calm waters perfect for all ages of swimmers. The charming island town of Hanalei is right nearby, and has a variety of boutiques and delicious restaurants and cafes for all your shopping and dining needs. Fresh fish dinner at the Dolphin followed by shave ice at Wishing Well will always be the perfect evening if you ask us! If you want a break from the crowds, we recommend heading to Kilauea, just 20 minutes down the road, to check out the iconic lighthouse and wildlife preserve, and to grab a coffee from any one of their cute cafes (Kai Bar and Trilogy are both excellent). If you prefer sticking a bit closer to home, the Princeville shopping center is just a mile away, and has plenty of options for shopping and grabbing tasty bites, as well as the Foodland grocery store for even more convenience! Stop by on a Saturday morning and you can hit the farmers market before heading over for the free hula show in the afternoon. The nationally ranked Makai golf course is also just a 10 minute walk away from your front door, and has some of the best golfing in the country.

    The exterior entryway to this property is monitored by a security camera.

    As with most homes on Kauai, this vacation rental is NOT air conditioned, though there are fans in each room and screen doors on the lanai to help with air flow.

    This is an upstairs condo so you need to be able to go up and down two flights of stairs from the parking lot to the front door (roughly 22 steps). There are no elevators.

    Although this home has internet, the speed and reliability cannot be guaranteed due to the remote location and the service being provided by a third-party.

    Hawaii Vacation Rental Registration Number TA-002-432-0512-01

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 540050160035, TA-002-432-0512-01, GE-002-432-0512-01

About the area

Located in Princeville, this condo is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Island Sails and Princeville Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Princeville travel guide
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Princeville, HI

What's nearby

  • Princeville Makai Golf Club
    Princeville Makai Golf Club
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Princeville, Kauai, HI USA 04/16/19: Beautiful aqua blue water and reef at Hideaway Beach on Kauai's north shore.
    Hideaways Beach
    4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Island Sails
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sealodge Beach
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hanalei Poke
    13 min drive
  • Wishing Well Shave Ice
    12 min drive
  • Wishing Well Coffee & Tea
    12 min drive
  • Tahiti Nui
    12 min drive
  • Kalypso Island Bar & Grill
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Oceanfront penthouse, whale watch from your lanai, gorgeous kitchen! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Oceanfront penthouse, whale watch from your lanai, gorgeous kitchen! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Oceanfront penthouse, whale watch from your lanai, gorgeous kitchen!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront penthouse, whale watch from your lanai, gorgeous kitchen!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront penthouse, whale watch from your lanai, gorgeous kitchen!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront penthouse, whale watch from your lanai, gorgeous kitchen! located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Island Sails and Princeville Makai Golf Club. Sealodge Beach and Princeville Golf Club Prince Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 41 reviews
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9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Stunning

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Easy instructions, beautiful and scenic location, close to everything on the north side. Very spacious condo, with a large patio overlooking the ocean. Nice floorplan and it was stocked with everything needed to make the stay comfortable and enjoyable. We loved this rental and have beautiful memories in it. Can't wait to come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Beautiful place!!

The property is gorgeous with beautiful views. The place is set up nicely with wonderful Hawaiian art on he walls. We were very comfortable there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

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

Perfect location

Our condo was beautiful and perfect! We saw whales from the lanai and beautiful birds. Fell asleep to sounds of the ocean. Close to great restaurants and Annini beach. The North Shore is beautiful and relaxing. Can’t wait to come back to stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany L.

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

Beautiful!

Very clean and comfortable stay, it was exactly what we were hoping for. The view of the ocean is even more beautiful in person! We would definitely recommend this place! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

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

Perfect

This property was perfect for our needs. The view was outstanding and falling asleep to the sound of the ocean was wonderful. The condo had everything we needed and was nice and quiet. We appreciated the boogie boards to use. If we travel back to Kaua’i we will book here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina L.

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

Alii Kai Condo

Nice clean 2 bedroom 2 bath top floor condo. Not exactly a penthouse but very comfortable with great view. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B.

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

Fabulous!

Great location, we even say humpbacks from our lanai. This is a very well stocked condo, quiet location and beautiful well maintained grounds throughout the complex and overall neighborhood. The only possible negative is that many of the framed prints are faded and need to be replaced. It's closer to Princeville but only about 10" to Hanalei. Would definitely book it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin L.

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

Paradise in Kauai

If you are looking for a convenient location to Princeville and the North Shore with amazing ocean views from one side of the condo and amazing mountain views on the other, this is where you should stay. We had 4 adults (2 couples), the 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms worked out perfectly. The kitchen was large enough for us all to move in and out without getting in each other's way. And again, as mentioned - the views are to die for.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noriko I.

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

Alii Kai Unit 4303

We were delighted with this unit! We stayed one week. It was clean, smelled clean, the rooms , kitchens, bathrooms spotless, Toto Toilets a plus, and the spectacular ocean views were just stunning! The manager was responsive for each time we reached out to them. We had trouble with the opening the door but they answered right away and helped us figure it out. We would come back again for sure!!Thank you for a wonderful stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Julia H.

Beach Front with Awesiome Views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed on Kauai many times and in this set of condos(Ali Kai multiple times) but never this unit. Overall it was great - very clean & views were spectacular. The only issue we had was the furniture. There is no comfortable place to sit in the house except the beds(they were great). The lanai has cheap plastic chairs, making it difficult to be comfortable but also due to the low height hard to get a good view over the railing. We will be back to this area but not this particular condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lauren N.

Beautiful Ocean Views

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were upgraded to this property after the one we reserved had a leaky roof. The views are amazing. We were disappointed that there wasn't any AC, but the ocean breeze did a pretty good job keeping us cool. Although, I did wake up hot once in a while. The king-sized mattress in the primary suite was a little too firm for my taste. I asked the property managers if they had a mattress topper, or something, because it was causing me back and neck pain, but I never heard back from them. I ended up sleeping on the couch or in the spare room with my daughter. There's a lovely but steep hiking trail behind the condo to a turtle cave that I recommend you check out if it's not too muddy and slippery.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental unit, the amenities were a bonus. Having beach chairs, a cooler and a beach umbrella was so nice. The kitchen is well equipped too. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liza O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was very clean and comfortable. We appreciated the extra things--beach towels, beach chair, a cooler, lots of ice trays and a few sundries--oil, flour, corn starch... The view was incredible and relaxing. The windows let in a wonderful breeze, but also blocked out sound if needed. Great location for exploring the Northern end. Be mindful to fill out the final contract that is emailed before arriving, because that releases the door code & all necessary information. Would stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

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

Perfect condo, perfect location

This is the second time we have stayed here and will be back. You couldn’t ask for a better view. Clean space and the condo has everything you could need. Love it here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

John H.

Perfect Location but amenities could be better

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location is perfect. The living room TV was not set up when we checked in. The bedroom TV is too small and keeps giving a low-power message, so it cannot connect properly, especially at night. A window screen was broken and left against the bedroom wall.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russ M.

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

North Shore Kauai

The location, view & accommodations were 1st class.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn E.

Unbelievable Beauty

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Rental experience was great. Other than me not looking low enough to see the keypad below the door knob, everything was great Lots of breeze thru the non conditioned space, but the view was outstanding
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa M.

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

Beautiful views!

The views from this condo were stunning! Beds were comfortable. No AC but not a problem for us with the trade winds and high quality windows. There were beach chairs, a cooler and boogie boards which was a nice surprise! A few more bowls with lids for food storage and a larger skillet would have been nice but still well appointed kitchen.
Turtle cove directly below the condo. Trail is challenging.
Nice kitchen.
View from the balcony!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vivienne H.

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

Gorgeous ocean view

Very comfortable, roomy, clean. Great ocean breezes. Could watch sea turtles, tropicbirds, and frigate birds from the balcony.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

A true vacation

This was an idyllic spot for our time on the North Shore of Kauai. We spent the days exploring and our evenings watching Hawaii-themed movies while listening to the rain and waves below. There is no A/C, as noted, so plan any hair drying with the excellent hair dryers accordingly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One very nice surprise about our stay: the big draw of this condo is of course the ocean views, and it was really lovely to have the wide ocean views in every room. BUT ALSO there is a window in the dining room with a great view of the mountains! I loved looking out that window. We enjoyed our stay here. I was worried about the lack of AC, but the condo has really good airflow with the open windows, and the master bed is right under a fan. We slept well, and even in the heat of the day were not uncomfortable thanks to the breezes. Checkin was smooth. We used the kitchen a fair amount and liked it. Appreciated the beach chairs and towels provided. Easy parking. Lots of closet and dresser space. Another surprise plus: being able to lay in bed and watch the sun rise!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina O.

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

Anniversary

Could use kitchen towels and stove/microwave was difficult to run do to lack of instructions and wear on dials. Otherwise, the stY was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tom D.

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

Very worn and dated unit, unbeatable views!

This condo is waaay beyond needing an update. Everything is original to the unit or close to it. Very worn living room furniture, as are the kitchen countertops, cupboards, dishwasher, etc. Both bathrooms need a complete overhaul, as well. If you can get past all of that, the view and roar of the ocean are amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate W.

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

Priceless Views

My husband and I really enjoyed staying at this property. Being on the ocean with views from the living room and both bedrooms was amazing. The property itself could use a little updating, but was perfectly functional and comfortable. We had some minor communication issues with the property manager but, in the end, things were resolved in an acceptable time frame. The road to Hanalei was only open at certain times of day while we were there, due to clean up from a landslide, and that made the location less then ideal. If the road were open, it would be a great place to be though! Overall, we had a wonderful time and were pleased with the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jeanne L A.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Could have been better!

The property had a great view, but the property manager was unresponsive. The cable box did not work, they sent maintenance who did not fix it, so he took the Roku box from bedroom--resulting in no tv in bedroom and only Roku streaming for the entire stay. Did not supply enough toilet paper. We were staying for 14 days. Expected to buy ourselves--never had to do that at any other Vrbo property. Kitchen had been remodeled, but the stove did not work well. Also, the stove & microwave control indicators had rubbed off so had to hunt to use both. Beds and living room furniture were uncomfortable and virtually no décor compared to other places that I have stayed.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024