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Mele Kai at Poipu, AC, Ocean, Sunset Views, Near Poipu Beach

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Lower level lanai with ocean view!
Mele Kai at Poipu, Ocean Veiw Home in Poipu
Upper level living room and sun room
Upstairs Primary BR with views towards Shipwreck Beach
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Koloa, HI
  • Poipu Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Shipwreck Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Lawai Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Crib and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mele Kai at Poipu, AC, Ocean, Sunset Views, Near Poipu Beach

Mele Kai at Poipu, "Song of the Ocean". Private 2-story Poipu vacation home with ocean views. Conveniently located walking distance (0.5 mi) to Brennecke's Beach and Poipu Beach. Sleeps up to 8 people including children and infants (1 pack n play provided).
Canadian guest special offered for bookings made in April 2025!

Mele Kai overlooks the sunny Southern Coastline of Kauai. This special property is situated in one of the rare spots on Kauai where you are able to view the sunrise and the sunset in Poipu. Enjoy the warm breeze, the spectacular 180 degree ocean vistas with sea turtles, whales, dolphins, seals, and much more. Sleeping accommodations: Queen bed in all bedrooms. Full size futon in the 4th meditation room.

Beautifully designed and decorated, Mele Kai is a two level, Kauai vacation home. Relax in the spaciousness of 3 bedrooms + den and 2.5 baths. Barefoot around on bamboo wood floors. Put your inner chef to work in the fully stocked cooks kitchen. Chill out with air conditioning and cable TV. If you must stay "connected", there is complimentary high speed WIFI and phone service to the continental US and 39 countries. Mele Kai features the finest vacation amenities available. Beach Gear provided includes: beach towels, chairs, umbrella, and a cooler.

The upper level has stunning ocean views of Mahaulepu and Shipwrecks Beach from the living room, the lanai sunroom, and the primary bedroom. The primary suite, along with the breath taking view of the blue Pacific and the south shore coastline, has access to a private lanai. Sliding shoji doors separate the master bedroom from the living area. There is a luxurious black granite bathroom with double shower and double sinks. The upstairs living room area offers an open floor plan, with an attached cooks kitchen, and BBQ grill on the adjacent lanai. Watch the waves as you relax or dine at home. There is also an upstairs guest bathroom.

The entry level of the home enjoys 2 bedrooms both with ocean views and access to a house wide hardwood lanai with Adirondack furniture for lounging. Also conveniently located on this level is the "meditation room" with a full-size futon, bathroom and laundry room.

Mele Kai is steps away from world famous Brennecke Beach and Poipu Beach Park (voted one of the best beaches by Travel America) to the west and a short walk to Shipwreck Beach at the Hyatt Regency to the east. Enjoy nearby shops and award winning restaurants. The dining in Poipu is the best on the island.

Find out why Kauai is nicknamed The Garden Isle. Visit the Spouting Horn, the National Tropical Botanical Gardens Allerton Estate and McBryde Gardens, and the Kadavul Hindu Temple. All are a short drive away.

If you prefer more active adventures in paradise here are some suggestions: Golf at the Poipu Bay Golf Course (home of the PGA Grand Slam of Golf), surf at Poipu Beach, charter a fishing or sail boat, tour Waimea Canyon (the Grand Canyon of the Pacific), drop into the art galleries of Hanapepe for the Friday night art walk, tour the Kauai chocolate farms, visit the coffee plantation, hike the Na Pali coast, zipline Koloa, tube down the plantation canals, horseback ride on the beach, island helicopter tour. You can design the perfect vacation as the opportunities in Poipu are limitless.

After a day of exploring, you will have worked up an appetite. The local farmers markets will offer free samples of some of exotic fruits and vegetables you have ever tried, including breadfruit, soursop, low acid pineapples, coconuts, lychee, rambutan, jackfruit, etc. Your taste buds will come alive in Poipu!

Note: A security deposit is required, ensuring our home is kept in top shape for all guests. This deposit is fully refundable upon a successful checkout inspection. On-Island Property Manager: For your convenience, Garden Island Properties manages this rental unit. We are available to assist you during your stay and ensure you have a seamless experience. We look forward to hosting you for your perfect Kauai getaway! TAT ID#: TA-115-959-1936-01

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Property Registration Number GE-115-959-1936-01, 280200680000, TA-115-959-1936-01

About the area

Koloa

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Poipu, a neighbourhood in Koloa. Lawai International Center and Kilohana Plantation are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Poipu Beach and Makauwahi Cave Reserve. ʻAuliʻi Lūʻau and CJM Country Stables are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Koloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Brennecke Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Poipu Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Shipwreck Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kiahuna Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Lawai Beach - 9 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poipu Shopping Village - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brennecke's Beach Center - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bubba Burgers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Keoki's Paradise - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mele Kai at Poipu, AC, Ocean, Sunset Views, Near Poipu Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mele Kai at Poipu, AC, Ocean, Sunset Views, Near Poipu Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mele Kai at Poipu, AC, Ocean, Sunset Views, Near Poipu Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mele Kai at Poipu, AC, Ocean, Sunset Views, Near Poipu Beach located?

Located in Poipu, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Keoniloa Bay and Poipu Beach. Brennecke Beach and Poipu Kai Tennis Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Jordan P.

Could be good for families, not great for groups.

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental was just ok for me. The Pros were it was clean, good location, and pretty views. The cons were the lack of privacy. The main master bedroom just has a sliding door that lets in light and the walls don’t go to the ceiling. So if anyone was up in the kitchen or living room it woke you up if you were sleeping in there. The other problem was the bathroom doors had slates and spaces so you could see out into the hallway or bedroom while you were in the bathroom. So it never felt like you were alone in there. For a girls trip it was not ideal at all. Then one of the bedrooms just had a futon instead of a bed. Overall it had its good qualities but I wouldn’t stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Stanley L.

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

Poipu - quick visit

Great location and beautiful views of the morning sunrise. Though we had some serious rain and wind, the accommodations were very comfortable (and dry!). The proximity to the beach was nice as we enjoyed our time walking on the beaches. The open wall to the main bedroom took some getting use to, but we easily adapted to this space. It's a beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

Wonderful stay in paradise!

Our family of six has vacationed over Christmas in Kauai for a number of years now. This is by far one of our favorite places we’ve ever stayed! All of the check-in instructions were emailed to me in advance of our stay so we could go directly to the house and get situated when we arrived. The house was extremely clean and well appointed, which was wonderful! There was space for our teenagers to spread out & my husband and I enjoyed drinking coffee while watching the sunrise from the enclosed lanai. It was a quick walk to shipwreck beach, which our older kids enjoyed, and an equally quick walk to Brennecke’s beach, which our youngest, who is eight, loved to boogie board at. We are already making plans for a future visit at this house!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James T.

Great place

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: Loved the house and location
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Great stay

A great place to stay. Wonderful views in a great neighborhood. Close to beaches. Property accurately described. Beds were very comfortable and kitchen well appointed. Property manager/owner responsive. The doors aren’t solid, they’re all wood slats, including the bathrooms. You can’t really see anything but you can hear everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle Z.

Amazing!!!

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: This was one of my best stays in Hawaii! The property was clean, comfortable and exceeded every expectation I had! We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Madeline T., Winnipeg, Canada

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

Beautiful home in a beautiful location

We had an absolutely perfect stay at Mele Kai! Such a spacious lovely home with gorgeous views. Quick response from the staff for any questions and a beautiful walking path very close by. One thing to be aware of if traveling with kids, the lower bedrooms are not overly sound proof with the slatted doors but we made it work! Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dede M.

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

Perfect for the family

Beautiful views and perfect location on the island!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Excellent

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: The house is in a great location and is beautifully kept. There are several beach chairs, beach towels, and beach umbrella for your use. I have zero complaints and the rental company is very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

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

Nice House with Ocean View

Enjoyed our stay Mele Kai for a hiking trip. House is in a beautiful neighborhood a block from ocean on hill so have views of the ocean. Layout has 2 BR’s and laundry on 1st floor and master BR, living room, kitchen, sun room, 2 bath rooms on 2nd floor with porches on both floors and BBQ grill. 1st floor has garage with beach stuff to use. Parking is a challenge if more than one car due to steep short driveway. Poipu beach is a short drive away where nightly Green sea turtles arrive and Monk seals can be seen. Waimea canyon and Na Pali coast are a must see. Communications with host excellent. House was perfect for our visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

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

Bedroom view is worth of thousand words

The house is neat, clean and spacious. Three bedrooms and a small “meditation” room. Every bedroom has its own balcony. Bathrooms are spacious. Close to Poipu beach and to the Shipwreck beach/trail. Plenty walkable areas. Driving distances to explore the island from the house are on the shorter side. Check out time is too early from the comfort level.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mari F.

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

Beautiful Home Near Great Beaches

This was a great house for our family. It was so comfortable, had spectacular views and was within walking distance of beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheree M.

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

Beautiful property

This home was everything the description and photos showed. It was wonderful all around the property. Great views of the water and close to restaurants and the beach. My family and I created wonderful memories during our vacation and will want to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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4/10 Poor

Jeffrey Y.

Beautiful Home Full of Creepy Posters

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: For some people, this would have been a wonderful place to stay. It was clean, management was very responsive to my questions, the location was beautiful and allowed us to see the sun rise and set from the small balconies in either side of the bedroom. If only we weren’t surrounded by creepy posters...The house is decorated with old B movie posters from films shot on the island in the middle of last century. The bedroom is dominated by posters from the 1951 film “Bird of Paradise.” It includes White actors portraying native Hawaiians, and evil native witch doctor, a chief who wants to sacrifice his daughter to the volcano, and a White Savior who masters “native” rites of passage and saves the chief’s daughter. The other films also do what films of that time did, exoticize and sexualize native peoples and cultures, use White actors in native roles, and glorify White culture at the expense of Hawaiian culture. It was creepy and I seriously considered turning all of the posters to face the walls. So, if these things do not bother you, this is a great place. If they would bother you, steer clear of this home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Great location

Perfect house- clean, everything we needed. Ocean views were awesome
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniele C., Phoenix, AZ

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

Beautiful Views

This is a beautiful home with the most spectacular 180degree views! Loved our stay here. The only concern for us (with our little one) was the hard floor stairs (the baby gate did not fit to block them). There are also two lanai's upstairs with railings that can be climbed by a little one. This was a really fantastic house otherwise.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

barbara h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect except for noise

Great views amazing interior decorating everything in great shape except for sliding screens However, a construction across the street and next door. Also interior soundproofing pretty nonexistent. Great property management
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Robert E.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great Spot

We loved this house, made the trip so much better and recommend the location. Only downside is the property management company never gets back to you. Still worth renting if you’re self sufficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy T.

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

A great week

The house is beautiful, in a great location. We could walk to the beach, see the turtles, snorkel. House is extremely well equipped, a great kitchen. Our only disappointment was that no coffee or tea was there. The upstairs bedroom is not completely closed off at the ceiling so the early risers stayed in that one. All in all, a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

brenda b.

Wonderful stay

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: Our family of 6 adults enjoyed our stay for 10 nights. The property was excellently situated on the island and very close to the ocean, so the view from the lanai’s was wonderful., enjoyed our morning coffee there. The property felt very homey, loved the movie posters. The kitchen was well stocked so we could cook breakfasts. The 3 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms were well situated and came in handy with our group of 6. The unit was very clean. The beach chairs, umbrella, towels and cooler were an added bonus. Would absolutely rent this place again.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Souris H.

Paradise in Poipu

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: Want fun in the sun? Want to see humpback whales frolicking in the distance from the lanai? Want to walk 10 minutes to the home of endangered monk seals? Want to see giant sea turtles snooze on the sand? Want to take a magnificent coastal walk? Well then, look no further. Mele Kai is where it's at!
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10/10 Excellent

Anna S., Bainbridge Island, WA

Wonderful Ocean View Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: Mele Kai is perfectly situated with a view of the ocean and sunrise. The walk to Poipu main beaches is a lovely 10 minute walk west. Across the street is a wonderful cliff walk east to the Grand Hyatt. The construction was minimal and always done by 5 pm so it never bothered us as we were off exploring the island each day.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

frederick z.

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

Perfect location and amazing home

What a wonderful property. The views were great. Location was beautiful. Close to the beach, food, shopping, etc.. home has everything you need. Super easy to work with property management. Would definitely stay here again. If you are searching for properties to rent, look no further.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

60th Birthday

Overall we enjoyed our stay in Kauai. The property is in an excellent location and close to multiple beaches. We had 7 adults and the 4th bedroom was not really a bedroom. I should have read the details better. We made the most of it, since most activities besides sleeping are outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Mele Kai

Nice location between Poipu Beach and Shipwreck Beach
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

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