Mahina Kai

A rare jewel on Kauai’s North Shore. Welcome to Mahina Kai — a newly renovated, designer-styled luxury condo perched on the ocean bluffs of Princeville. This boutique retreat blends modern elegance with soulful artistry, offering an exclusive experience unlike anything else on the island.

Step outside your ground-floor lanai to manicured lawns and sweeping ocean views. From the comfort of your designer sofa, watch whales breach in the winter months, rainbows arc across the horizon, and the sun rise over the Pacific. Just beyond your door, a private trail leads to Hideaways Beach — one of Kauai’s most treasured gems — and a short stroll takes you to the 1 Hotel for world-class dining and sunset cocktails.

Living Art by Design
Every element at Mahina Kai has been thoughtfully curated by luxury designer Briana of Dwell Crush, known for her elevated and soulful interiors. Each piece has been hand-selected to create an atmosphere that is both living art and ultimate comfort.

Spa-inspired bathrooms feature hand-painted microcrete finishes, evoking the feel of a private retreat.
Custom counters and artisan details reflect the craftsmanship of local Kauai makers. Balinese pantry panels were hand-sourced and installed by a local carpenter, bringing global elegance into island living. Local fine art photography adorns the walls, showcasing Kauai’s natural beauty through the lens of a celebrated island photographer. This level of detail creates a space that feels at once luxurious, soulful, and deeply connected to place.

Spacious Oceanfront Living
With 2 spacious bedrooms — both featuring Cal King beds with luxurious linens — and 2 spa-style bathrooms with walk-in showers and a soaking tub, Mahina Kai is designed for indulgence. At 2,200 sq. ft., it is one of the largest residences in the Pu’u Poa community, with soaring ceilings and a seamless open-concept design. A state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen with brand-new appliances and a grand dining area make hosting effortless and memorable.

Exclusive Amenities
As part of the prestigious Pu’u Poa community, you’ll enjoy:
- A private ocean-view pool
- Tennis Pickleball courts
- Beautifully maintained tropical grounds
- And for your adventures: curated beach gear (towels, chairs, cooler, umbrella) ensures every outing is effortless.

Why Mahina Kai is One-of-a-Kind:
- Designer-curated interiors by Briana, Dwell Crush
- Hand-selected furnishings & artisan finishes
- Rare ground-floor bluff location with panoramic ocean views
- Steps to Hideaways Beach + walk to 1 Hotel for fine dining
- Seasonal whale watching from your living room
- 2 Bedrooms (Cal King, Cal King) + Queen Sofa Sleeper
- 2 Spa-inspired Bathrooms (Soaking Tub + Walk-in Showers)
- Expansive 2,200 sq. ft. open-concept living
- Covered lanai with gas BBQ + outdoor seating
- Fully equipped chef’s kitchen
- Air conditioning, washer & dryer, WiFi, games & books
- Self check-in with lockbox for ease and privacy

Located in prestigious Princeville, Mahina Kai offers both seclusion and convenience — minutes from Hanalei Bay, Anini Beach, and the Princeville Shopping Center with boutiques, cafés, and island essentials.

Mahina Kai is not just a place to stay — it is a sanctuary of elevated island living. A space where artisan craftsmanship meets oceanfront serenity, inviting you to restore, celebrate, and savor the rare luxury of Kauai.

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This rental is professionally managed by Makana Kauai Properties
Property Tax ID: GE-000-654-1824-01, TAT-000-654-1824-01

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Better than the pictures!

  Stayed 8 days ending in October, 2022

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  Barbara F from Steamboat Springs, CO recommends this vacation rental

  This was a wonderful rental for our vacation in Princeville. The condo was spacious, well appointed and exceeded our expetations.

  • Manager Responded on 11/11/2022

    Thank you for the great review Barbara! We look forward to hosting you again. Mahalo nui loa, Makana Kauai Properties

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• Wedding Trip

  Stayed 5 days ending in October, 2022

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  Steven B from Pensacola, FL recommends this vacation rental

  Views were beautiful and location was amazing! The only issue we had was the step down in the living area. It was difficult to see and multiple people missed the step and almost fell. We moved a rug to the lower part of the step and it wasn’t a problem the rest of the stay. Other than that the place was everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Would definitely stay here again!

  • Manager Responded on 10/28/2022

    Thank you for the advisory Steven! We appreciate your review and look forward to hosting you again. Mahalo, Makana Kauai Properties

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• Relaxing Stay

  Stayed 5 days ending in September, 2022

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  a guest from Phoenix, AZ recommends this vacation rental

  The location is great as you can see the ocean from almost anywhere in the house. You can also hear the ocean if you are out on the patio or have the doors open. Very private for a condo. Two nenes visited a few times, and you could see and hear several other interesting birds and frogs. The kitchen was roomy for a condo and was well-equipped. Everything was in working order. It is nice to be a short walk/hike down to Hideaway Beach, as it was never crowded, there were honu, and the snorkeling was great. Hosts/management were responsive to questions. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Manager Responded on 9/28/2022

    Aloha Jamie, We loved hearing that. you enjoyed your stay at Mahina Kai on all levels. Mahalo for being wonderful guests and we look forward to hosting you in the near future.

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• Lovely Stay

  Stayed 8 days ending in June, 2022

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  Megan D from Orland Park, IL recommends this vacation rental

  This code was awesome! It was larger than I expected from the photos. The view is beautiful. It was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. They have every kitchen item you could need. There is plenty of toilet paper and soap and laundry supplies. There is a hair dryer. The location is close to all of the North Shore attractions. I would definitely recommend this property.

  • Manager Responded on 7/1/2022

    Thank you so much for the wonderful review Megan! We look forward to hosting you again. Mahalo, Makana Kauai Properties

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• great stay

  Stayed 7 days ending in April, 2022

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  kimberly p from rolling hills estates , CA recommends this vacation rental

  loved everything about it- will definitely stay again

  • Manager Responded on 4/4/2022

    We look forward to your return Kimberly! Mahalo nui loa!

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• Great Vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in February, 2022

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  Genie P from Los Angeles, CA recommends this vacation rental

  It was a great unit and well stocked!

  • Manager Responded on 2/11/2022

    Thanks for the wonderful review! We look forward to hosting you again. Mahalo, Makana Kauai Properties

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• Amazing Rental!

  Stayed 4 days ending in January, 2022

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  Tanya M recommends this vacation rental

  Wow, the photos don't do this condo justice. Beautiful property, the condo is huge. Nicely renovated and the most secluded spot in the building. Very clean. Can't beat the view. Makana Kauai was wonderful to work with. The check in / check out process and their mobile app made it very smooth. I can't wait to rent from them again!

  • Manager Responded on 1/27/2022

    Thanks for the great review Tanya! We look forward to your return! Mahalo, Makana Kauai Properties

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• Amazing view. Great place!

  Stayed 7 days ending in December, 2021

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  Chad S from Seattle, WA recommends this vacation rental

  Beautiful views, amazing stay on the north shore of Kauai

  • Manager Responded on 12/28/2021

    Thank you for the great review! We look forward to hosting you again. Mahalo nui loa, Makana Kauai Properties

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• Couples retreat

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2021

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  jeremy j from portland , OR recommends this vacation rental

  This was a perfect jumping off point for our north shore exploration. The house was wonderfully appointed. We could not have asked for more

  • Manager Responded on 10/18/2021

    Mahalo for your wonderful review. We enjoyed hearing that you had a great stay.

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• Private Paradise

  Stayed 6 days ending in October, 2021

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  a guest from sandy, UT recommends this vacation rental

  We had an amazing time during our stay at Mahina Kai. The unit was gorgeous, the view was amazing, and it was everything we hoped it would be. We loved the location for so many reason. The bed was comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed (we cooked in a lot) and there were Nene geese that kept us company out front every day.

  • Manager Responded on 10/12/2021

    Thank you for your stellar review! We enjoyed hearing that you had an amazing stay and enjoyed this rental on all levels.

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• Huge Space with Beautiful Views!

  Stayed 6 days ending in September, 2021

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  a guest from Raymore, MO recommends this vacation rental

  The space is just as beautiful as the pictures. The beds are comfortable. The kitchen has all you could need and the view is breathtaking and also somehow feels very private. This rental is without a doubt on the most beautiful side of the island.
  
  The rental company was a dream to work with. They were kind, professional, informational, and flexible. I wish all rental companies were as great as them! I would definitely stay again and when I return to the island, I will definitely be booking with this rental company.

  • Manager Responded on 9/13/2021

    Wow,thank you Kelsey for the wonderful review! We are so glad that we were able to provide you with everything you needed for a Kauai vacation and that you enjoyed all the services provided from our team. We look forward to hosting you again in the near future. Return soon.

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• Views!!

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2021

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  a guest from Westminster, CO recommends this vacation rental

  This place is beautiful, modern, clean and had the most amazing ocean views and access to Hideaway Beach! We loved staying here! My only complaint is that the AC unit kicks on every 45 min. in the middle of the night and it is very loud:( We had to shut it off to sleep, which got a little hot. There is also a window above the master bed without a shade that lets in the lights from outside. Not a bid deal if you don't prefer sleeping in the dark

  • Manager Responded on 6/23/2021

    We enjoyed your review and loved hearing that you had a wonderful stay. We are sorry to hear that the A/C kept you up and have scheduled A/C repair to fix the issue. Also, we are looking into a window covering for the window in the master. Mahalo for being wonderful guests.

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