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oceanfront units are available for a bit more money. The one-bedrooms can
comfortably sleep four, while the two-bedrooms can sleep as many as six. (The
sofa in each unit pulls out into a queen-size bed.) All units are in excellent shape
and come with fully equipped modern kitchens and large lanais, where you can
enjoy a sunrise breakfast or sunset cocktails. On-site amenities include a large
pool, a tennis court, a family-size hot tub, a shuffleboard court, laundry facili-
ties, and barbecues. Golf courses, restaurants, and bars are nearby.
900 Kuhio Hwy. (between mile markers 7 and 8). Reservations: c/o Garden Island Properties, 4-928 Kuhio
Hwy., Kapaa, HI 96746. & 800/801-0378 or 808/822-4871. Fax [phone]. www.kauaiproperties.com.
81 units. $120-$125 1-bedroom; $145-$150 2-bedroom. 3-night minimum. Cribs $40 per week, rollaway
beds $48 per week. MC, V. Amenities: Outdoor pool; tennis courts; Jacuzzi; salon; coin-op laundry. In room:
TV, dataport, kitchen, fridge, coffeemaker, iron.
Wailua Bayview Located right on the ocean, these spacious one-bed-
room apartments offer excellent value for families of four. All units have ceiling
fans, full kitchens (including microwave and dishwasher), washer/dryers, and
large lanais. Some have air-conditioning as well. The bedrooms are roomy, and
the sofa bed in the living room allows you to sleep a couple of kids. Some of the
$110 garden units are close to the road and can be noisy; ask for one with air-
conditioning, which generally drowns out the street sounds. The oceanview
units are more expensive but still a great deal. On-site facilities include a pool
and barbecue area. Restaurants, bars, shopping, golf, and tennis are nearby.
320 Papaloa Rd., Kapaa, HI 96746. & 800/882-9007. Fax [phone]. www.wailuabay.com. 45 units.
$110-$120 double. Apr 15-Dec 15 7th night free. Discount car rentals available. MC, V. Amenities: Small
outdoor pool; coin-op laundry. In room:A/C (most units), TV/VCR, dataport, kitchen, fridge, coffeemaker, iron.
THE NORTH SHORE
Want to rent a rock star's tree house? How about coochy-coochy entertainer
Charo's beachfront estate? Hanalei North Shore Properties ( & 800/488-3336
or 808/826-9622; www.kauai-vacation-rentals.com) handles all kinds of weekly
rentals—from beachfront cottages and condos to romantic hideaways and ranch
houses—along the North Shore. Renting a home is a great way to enjoy the
area's awesome nature, especially for those who like to avoid resorts and fend for
themselves. Shopping, restaurants, and nightlife are abundant in nearby
Hanalei. The company does not accept credit cards.
If you are looking for a more “country” setting, consider North Country
Farms ( & 808/828-1513; www.northcountryfarms.com), a private, hand-
crafted, redwood cottage on a 4-acre organic farm. It's a great place for families
($120 for two; children under 15 stay free with parents).
You'll find the following accommodations on the map “Kauai's North Shore:
Princeville & Hanalei” on p. 378.
VERY EXPENSIVE
Princeville Resort Kauai This resort is the jewel in the Sheraton
crown, a palace full of marble and chandeliers. It enjoys one of the world's finest
settings, between Hanalei Bay and Kauai's steepled mountains. Nearby are out-
standing surfing and windsurfing areas, as well as a wonderful reef for snorkel-
ing. The panoramic view from the lobby has to be the most dramatic vista from
any hotel in the state. The Princeville is Kauai's most popular setting for wed-
dings; more than 300 a year are performed outdoors by the pool.
This grand hotel steps down a cliff; the entrance is actually on the ninth floor,
and you take elevators down to your room and the beach. Each opulent room
has such extras as a door chime, dimmer switches, bedside control panels, a safe,

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