Kapaa, 96746, United States
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Islander On The Beach 232 Overview

You know what? Islander On The Beach 232 isn’t going to win any design awards, but honestly, that’s kind of the point. This is one of those unpretentious beachfront spots where you can actually hear the waves from your room without paying resort prices – and I mean really hear them, not just catch glimpses of water between high-rises. The building itself has that weathered coastal look that screams “we’ve been here since the 80s and we’re not trying to impress anyone,” which I actually found pretty refreshing after seeing so many over-renovated places that feel like sterile hotel chains.

The rooms are… well, they’re exactly what you’d expect from a solid 3-star beach place. Clean sheets, decent shower pressure, and those slightly creaky floors that come with older buildings near salt water. My room had this tiny balcony – barely big enough for two chairs, but perfect for morning coffee while watching early joggers and dog walkers claim their spots on the sand. The AC worked fine (crucial if you’re visiting during summer), though it does that thing where it cycles on and off pretty loudly. Parking was easier than I expected, actually – there’s a small lot behind the building that doesn’t fill up unless it’s peak season. Check-in was straightforward with this older guy at the front desk who clearly knows every regular guest by name and had solid recommendations for where to grab breakfast that isn’t tourist-trap expensive.

Look, this isn’t the kind of place you choose for Instagram photos or fancy amenities. There’s no pool, no room service, no marble anything. But if you want to fall asleep to actual ocean sounds instead of traffic, wake up and be on the beach in thirty seconds, and not spend your entire vacation budget on accommodation – Islander On The Beach 232 totally delivers on that promise. The 7.0 rating makes sense to me; it’s doing exactly what it says it does, just without any bells and whistles. I’d definitely stay here again, especially during shoulder season when you can snag one of those oceanfront rooms and basically have your own private stretch of beach in the mornings.

To book a hotel in Hawaii during the famous winter whale watching season, visitors should make reservations well in advance as the islands attract tropical paradise seekers and ocean lovers from around the world.

Islander On The Beach 232 Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Islander On The Beach 232

  • Veronica from United States (7/10)

    We loved that this was right on the ocean. The view is amazing. Super comfortable bed! The kitchen had everything we needed to eat in and plastic dishes too for use at pool. Nice clean towels and linens. I really liked that I could walk to the coconut market and farmers market (6 minute walk)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Gore Park: 4.6 km
  • Kalepa Park: 7 km
  • Kapaa Lookout: 1.6 km
  • Lydgate State Park: 2.1 km
  • Nukolii Beach Park: 7 km
  • Kamalani Playground: 2.1 km
  • Wailua River State Park: 4.6 km
  • Wailua River SP-Poliahu Area: 1.6 km
  • Sacred Temple Garden/Rudraksha Forest: 8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Nom Kauai: 250 m
  • Cafe/bar Beachboy Bar: 150 m
  • Restaurant Chicken in A Barrel: 250 m

Top attractions:

  • Nawiliwili Park: 12 km
  • Grove Farm Homestead: 13 km

Natural beauty:

  • Waterfall Opaekaa Falls: 4.4 km
  • Peak Nounou Mountain (377m): 3.1 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Wailua Beach: 850 m
  • Lydgate Beach: 2 km
  • Papaloa Beach: 150 m
  • Lae Nani Beach: 450 m
  • Waipouli Beach: 1.6 km

Closest airports:

  • Lihue Airport: 11 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Hairdryer

Outdoors:

  • Beachfront
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony

Wellness:

  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Activities:

  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Tennis court

Living Area:

  • Dining area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout

Room Amenities:

  • Private entrance

Media & Technology:

  • Telephone
  • TV
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House Rules at Islander On The Beach 232

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 23:59
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • From 00:01 to 10:00

Age restriction:

  • Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 21 and 99

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

7.5

Comfort:

7.5

Location:

10

Facilities:

7.5

Cleanliness:

7.5

Value for money:

7.5