| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 12 positive, 0 negative]
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| 12/31/09 |
Positive
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| Our 5 nights at Ali'i Kai left us wanting more. The lush and beautiful mountain views on one side and the ocean views on the other side are breathtaking. From the lanai on the ocean side we spotted a whale. Doves visited the lanai each day. We awoke to melodious bird songs coming from the nearby hillside through the open windows. The tasteful furnishings are modern and upscale, and the condo was well equipped with anything we could imagine or need. Kathy, the owner, was available by email or phone to answer any question and to ensure our satisfaction with her home. There are several great beaches nearby for snorkeling or just relaxing. We rode horses at the sprawling Princeville Ranch which offered gorgeous views of the island and the sea. The Princeville Shopping Village is just a couple of minutes away, and the shops and restaurants in Hanalei are only about 5 min. away. We have previously stayed on both the South and East coasts, and find the peacefulness and beauty of the North coast to be the most relaxing and refreshing. If you need to escape the hustle and bustle of the real world, Ali'i Kai in Princeville is the place to come. I honestly did not want to leave. |
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Lynnelle Rea, Bedford, Texas |
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| 07/31/09 |
Positive
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| We really enjoyed this Condo - The quality of the unit itself is terrific, with partial views of the Ocean and fantastic views of the mountains. The neighbors are friendly, and the development itself was top notch - some nearby developments were okay, this was one of the better ones. The condo has everything you need, and we were impressed with the surrounding area. |
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Kendall Smith, Ridgewood, NJ
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| 05/23/09 |
Positive
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We loved the condo. It truely was a home away from home for us. It is a very very nice two bedroom two bath condo with a sleeper sofa if you have extras in your group. The view is fantastic! It is a tropical paradise. This condo is in Princeville which is the North shore of the Island very quiet and peaceful. It is about a 30 minute drive to the city of Lihue which you will no doubt drive to and through several times. But don't let that hold you back. It is worth the drive and really it is only 30 minutes because the speed limits are low on this Island and most everyone obeys them. So if you are a city person, like me, just relax and get used to it and enjoy the scenery while you drive (do keep your eyes on the road though). We would definitely stay here again. There was only one dissappointment for us. If there is a beach near this condo as shown we could not find it. And if you do find it you will have to walk or hike to it. Again, unless
you are just wanting to stay on the beach don't let that hold you back. There are more than enough beaches, remember it is an island! We had a great time. It was our 30th anniversary and I surprised my wife with it ( a honeymoon indeed for us). Also, Kathy is very helpful if you want to call her do not hesitate. I called her several times before booking since I had never done anything like this before. Do it! Book it! You will love it. Also, there is a excellent guidebook that you need to get even before you go. It will help you become very familiar with the island and it is worth it. Someone told us about it on the plane and we went staight to walmart and found it ($16). Kauai Guidebook 7th edition by Andrew Daughtrey ( I think I got the last name right. You can call me if you have questions as well.
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Wil Bechard, Tennessee
901-550-3160 |
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| 02/10/09 |
Positive
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| My wife and I stayed for a week in Princeville with my wife's parents and a friend of theirs. Kauai is a remarkable island and we felt that the area around Hanalei (just a mile or so west of Princeville) was the ideal location. The town of Hanalei is charming and has a real sense of community. The Na Pali coast trail is just a few miles away and shouldn't be missed. There were scores of whales visible from the cliff just 100 yards from the condo and just a mile or so away was the Anini beach--an extraordinary swimming/snorkeling beach. If you go to the islands it would be a shame to miss Kauai. The condo had room for all five of us and would have accomodated 6 just fine. Reasonably priced too. We were very pleased. |
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Daniel, Northfield, MN |
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| 01/29/09 |
Positive
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| a comfortable condo with everything we needed to have a great island stay. |
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Anonymous, livingston, mt
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| 01/10/09 |
Positive
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| We very much enjoyed our stay here in the comfortable 2 bedroom upper floor condo in the quiet residential area of Princeville. The location was great, being close (5-10 min. drive)to the picturesque area of Hanelai, the northshore beaches, and the Napali coast (20-30min drive)and a car is essential for exploring or going out for dinner. The condo was well equipped,comfortable for a family of 4 and appropriately decorated with Hawaiian style furnishings and decor. We would recommend this condo for people who seek a home away from home for an unforgettable visit. |
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Cathy Dufresne, Ontario, Canada
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| 01/07/09 |
Positive
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| Yes the views are stunning ! The condo is very well appointed,new beds and furniture. The area is very quiet all you hear in the mornings are roosters and doves!. A swimming pool is close by if you want a change from the beach. Shops,restaurants,post office and other stores are a 5min drive away. |
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Anonymous
604-738-9178 |
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| 11/19/08 |
Positive
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| The first thing you notice about this condo is it's great location. Princeville is away from the noise and traffic and more peaceful. The condo itself is "upscale" in furnishings yet retains a very homey feel. The beds are very comfortable, the kitchen well equipped and we enjoyed the scenery and birds from the lanai with our morning coffee. There are many beaches nearbye and paved walkways throughout Princeville. We used the condo BBQ several times and the pool too. We highly recommend this condo. Kathy was a pleasure to work with too! |
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Bill & Marsha Hastings
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| 08/09/08 |
Positive
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| The condo was very nicely furnished with all the necessary supplies and equipment. The only things I would add would be more comfortable chairs for the lanai. The high stools do not lend themselves to relaxing. Even a pair of white plastic chairs would have helped. Also, a couple beach chairs and maybe an umbrella would have been nice. I would definitely return again |
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Robert Lasser, San Anselmo, CA
415-459-4675 |
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| 07/24/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Our stay was awesome. The place is beautiful and the locastion is perfect. It's close to everything and it's very peaceful. The views are just unbelievable- I constantly debated which was better: the ocean views or the mountain views.
We appreciate you sharing your place with us and we will definitely recommend you to anyone going to Kauai. We wish you a lot of luck in your new place! If you ever would like to use me for a reference feel free to do so.
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Kim Berrodin
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia
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| 07/24/08 |
Positive
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| This place was spectacular! There are amazing views from every window. Sometimes, we would see 8 waterfalls from the mountains. Having breakfast and cocktails on the lanai and watching the ocean were some of my favorite things to do. The location is absolutely perfect! Kathy is great to do business with- she is friendly, professional, helpful and more than willing to answer any question you have. |
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Kim Berrodin, Perkiomenville, PA
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| 06/23/08 |
Positive
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| What a delight to arrive in Paradise and have such a wonderful place to come home to each day. The beaches are pristine, the views are breathtaking and the Turtles are a very special added bonus for those willing to do the trek! Neighbors are also delightful, not a bad word to say about our short but oh so enjoyable stay in Hanalaei Bay. Don't forget to enjoy a shaved ice! |
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The Keaschall Family, Corralitos, Ca.
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| 04/27/08 |
Positive
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| What a wonderful condo! Simply and nicely decorated with amazing views of the ocean and tropical mountains. Great for families (we went with our 3 and 5 year old sons). We will definitely stay there again on our next visit to Kauai. |
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V.S., San Francisco, CA |
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| 04/20/08 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We're here and we love the condo!
Thanks again.
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Veena S.
San Francisco, California
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| 04/01/08 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Welcome to our new condo. We love Princeville and fell in love with Ali'i Kai when we saw this condo for sale. It has never been a vacation rental before. The owners made it a beautiful home with wood floors, slate Lanai, teak furniture and many more extras. Then there are the views! I saw whales breeching from the living room then turned to look at the dining room and saw a water fall on the mountains! Truely Heaven on earth! We are happy to be able to share our vacation home with you and know that you are going to love it too.
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Kathy Hirtz
Eugene, Oregon
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