Pono Kai

Kapaa, Hawaii

Pono Kai Reviews & Ratings

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  • We visited the Pono Kai last week in Aug, 04. Overall it was a good experience. We have a 4 yr old and found the place to be very family...

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    By skiinskiout Updated Aug 12, 2022
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  • This place feels like your home away from home with all the local flavor and aloha of Kauai. There is so much to do close to the condo....

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    By kathyd600 Apr 14, 2023
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  • Ocean front comfortable condo with fully equipped kitchen. Extra items can be obtained from housekeeping, such as beach towels, robes,...

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    By evam106 Aug 25, 2022
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  • This was our 2nd year at the resort and we truly enjoyed it. Both times we stayed in a 2 bedroom, ocean front unit. The living area and...

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    By elsieb2 Updated Aug 29, 2022
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  • We have been owners at the Pono Kai for over 20 years. We have never had any reason to complain ever!! We are now seniors and are finding...

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    By airmiles Nov 15, 2023
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  • Pono Kai is one of the best-kept secrets when it comes to resorts in Kauai. The buildings look old but that is about it, the grounds and...

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    By kwasio4 Jan 19, 2023
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  • Beautiful grounds. Located near center of island, only 7 miles from airport. Very nice units, recently updated. Convenient to grocery...

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    By susans2381 Jan 9, 2023
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  • My vacation on Kauai, staying at the Pono Kai, was the best vacation I ever enjoyed. The resort is centrally located for doing all the...

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    By charlottea61 Nov 15, 2022
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  • Great location and view. You can walk to the beach. Beauriful sunsets and more!

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    By daveo107 Updated Aug 12, 2022
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  • You have found it!! A family resort all ages will enjoy. Choose your beach front unit that has been recently remodeled and has all the...

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    By carolynb366 Updated Aug 12, 2022
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  • Pono Kai is a small, friendly, oceanfront resort in the little town of Kapaa. The resort is bordered by a walking/bike path leading to...

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    By marshaj47 Mar 23, 2022
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  • You can't get closer to the ocean beach. Very beautiful.

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    By markd1102 Mar 3, 2025
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  • Great location on the East coast of Kauai, not far from the airport. Most units have been recently refurbished. Restaurants, groceries,...

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    By robertm3087 Feb 20, 2025
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  • We have owned here since 2008 and enjoyed many trips over the years - just can't make it in 2025. The units are clean, well-equipped, and...

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    By judyb754 Jan 31, 2025
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  • Our family loves staying at Pono Kai. The incredible views of the sunrise over the ocean each morning starts the days beautifully. The...

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    By sandyl132 Jan 29, 2025
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  • EXCELLENT VACATION PROPERTY ON THE BEACH. WELL CARED FOR AND UPDATED AS NEEDED TO MEET THE EXPECTATIONS OF RESIDENTS. WATER FEATURE, MINI...

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    By jacquelineh168 Jan 1, 2025
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  • Prior responses from others that have visited Pono Kai Resort in the past 6 months are 10/10 Please take time to review online reviews...

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    By macf6 Dec 22, 2024
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  • Setting on the Pacific Ocean in the Historic town of Kapaa, Pono Kai is a gem of the island. Grounds are kept immaculate, public...

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    By stevenm835 Dec 12, 2024
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  • We absolutely love Pono Kai. It's the one place where all of our real world stress melts away. The staff is super friendly and almost...

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    By brendad370 Dec 7, 2024
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  • I have stayed there many times and found the resort to be nice and quiet. It’s right on the beach. There is a wonderful walking and bike...

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    By jayh255 Nov 21, 2024
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  • Be sure to search for the Eye of Kong on the mountain where King Kong sits nearby.

    By donnah327 Oct 28, 2024
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  • Centrally located, ocean front in walkable distance to Kapaa town. We love staying here and enjoy the bike path, restaurants in Kapaa,...

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    By donnaj412 Jul 31, 2024
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  • Me and my family have been going to the Pono Kai since the late 90s. walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Staff are very...

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    By bobw521 Jul 22, 2024
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  • This is not a luxury resort. But we love staying here because of its location (walking distance for meals, shopping and beautiful coastal...

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    By leland28 Jul 16, 2024
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  • My wife and I have loved this resort since our honeymoon 35 years ago, and at this point in our lives, we would love another family to...

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    By davidd1427 Apr 11, 2022
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