Maureen's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Fantastic catamaran ride along the NaPali coast. Either daytime snorkel or afternoon sunset sails. Both are highly recommended during late spring, summer and fall months. Winters bring big surf so the ride can be bumpy
14 locals recommend
Holo Holo Charters
4353 Waialo RdFantastic catamaran ride along the NaPali coast. Either daytime snorkel or afternoon sunset sails. Both are highly recommended during late spring, summer and fall months. Winters bring big surf so the ride can be bumpy
Jack Harter Helicopters
4231 Ahukini RdAny helicopter ride is awesome—the best way to see Kaua’i
Waimea Canyon State Park
Waimea Canyon DriveSleeping Giant Trail Head
Haleilio RoadVery nice hike to a panoramic Jew of East Kaua’i
Kīlauea Lighthouse
3580 Kilauea RdNot a good place to swim, but a nice hike along the cliffs heading East.
47 locals recommend
Shipwreck Beach
Not a good place to swim, but a nice hike along the cliffs heading East.
Beaches
A 5-minute walk from the condo. Swimming surfing, fishing, snorkeling, walking, etc. look for sea turtles and monk seals. They are endangered and protected so keep your distance.
Poipu Beach Park
2179 Hoone RoadA must see. A beautiful Sandy beach, great for swimming, surfing, surf lessons and just walking the beach
172 locals recommend
Hanalei Bay
A must see. A beautiful Sandy beach, great for swimming, surfing, surf lessons and just walking the beach
Food scene
Keoki's Paradise
2360 Kiahuna Plantation DrIndoor and outdoor dining. Live music almost every evening 4-7
10 locals recommend
Paco's Tacos Cantina Poipu (Kiahuna Golf Club)
2545 Kiahuna Plantation DrIndoor and outdoor dining. Live music almost every evening 4-7
Kalapaki Joe's POIPU
1941 Poipu RdGood place for breakfast and then sports bar
Brennecke's Beach Broiler
2100 Hoone Rd10 minute walk. Good drinks, and sports bar
Great sandwiches and shave ice. Careful about the brain freeze and the sugar rush
68 locals recommend
Brennecke's Beach Broiler
2100 Hoone RdGreat sandwiches and shave ice. Careful about the brain freeze and the sugar rush
Smith Family Garden Luau
3-5971 Kuhio HwyGreat coffee and outdoor breakfast and lunch. VERY popular so expect a wait.
35 locals recommend
Little Fish Coffee Poipu
2294 Poipu RdGreat coffee and outdoor breakfast and lunch. VERY popular so expect a wait.