Studio Condo

More Than They Promised

Reviewed by Bonnie

Date 02/09/2019

Its amazing to stay somewhere that is BETTER than the write-up and pictures. usually special filters and camera angles make places look dreamy that end up much less than that. The islander #234 was so thoughtfully appointed down to the smallest detail. The view of the ocean was the best of all 12 days in Kauai staying across the Island. The unit's cleanliness, efficiency, appointments, and the rental communication they offer are worth the stay. Can't wait to return.

Quiet the View and Comfort!

Reviewed by Douglas

Date 12/27/2018

Wow, what a view! From the lanai, you can see both the ocean and the pool/bar area! This unit proved to be very comfortable and QUIET, despite the fact there is a room above and below it. The air conditioning worked well, the tv great and the free wi-fi a treat! The place is well supplied with kitchen ware, bedding, towels too. The beach chairs, ice chest and other beach items were so very much appreciated as well. Upon my arrival, I kept hearing a beep go off that was annoying. I called the management and at once a young man who was very kind, friendly, came on over and corrected this problem, gave me an education on working the tv and even changed a couple light bulbs. The following day when I realized we had been shorted one beach towel, again, I got quick response. This unit is well cared for and yes, I absolutely would stay there again and recommend it highly to my family and friends!

Nice place, but preferred Poipu

Reviewed by Shannon

Date 11/24/2018

Nice location, the little marketplace that you can walk to makes the stay very convenient, although perhaps a bit pricey. ($8 for a pineapple, for instance)The location is also great for quickly getting to a lot of lovely spots - Sleeping Giant hike, Opekaa Falls; Wailua Falls or River; Smith Family Luau; even Hanalei Bay and Princeville. The afternoon traffic is very slow though, especially coming south.The suite itself was quite good - nice to have A/C; beach towels, boogie boards and some snorkel stuff provided; small kitchen is well-stocked, including a rice cooker! Patio was nice for morning reading or staying out of the rain!A couple of cons: the dampness on this side of the island means that there’s a bit of a musty smell in the unit and it gets very humid if you don’t keep the air conditioning running. Which means it would be nice to have cozier bedding as well, like a light duvet. Also the beach is narrow and not great for swimming, especially if you had little kids. But the pool and hot tub area are nice.Overall, good experience, but if you want a hot and dry time in November, rent at Poipu instead.

Just what I needed

Reviewed by Adam

Date 11/12/2018

The condo was perfect, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would definitely book again.

Relaxing stay, ocean view

Reviewed by mary

Date 10/30/2018

We've stayed at Islander several times previously in a variety of units. They're all basically the same, kitchenette, bathroom, bed, small table and sofa bed. We were on the second floor this time. It was quiet and we really didn't hear much out of our neighbors. Our unit had a queen bed that was comfy with soft sheets. The bathroom had (I think) 4 bath towels for 2 people which we appreciated. The bathroom in my opinion needed a good scrubbing. The tub and sink had a film on it which Soft Scrub or Comet would have gotten rid of. With everyone using sunscreen etc., I'm sure there's a build up over time. It just had an "Ick" factor that bugged me.We enjoyed the lanai for breakfast. We'd go to the farmer's market and get fruit and banana bread and watch the water and birds. Very relaxing. This condo had everything we needed from beach towels & cooler to silverware. We didn't need to buy anything. We got a handful of meals from the ABC store at Coconut Marketplace. There are a few stores but a lot of empty storefronts.Nice condo, reasonable, good view & quiet. Relaxing vacation!

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Mrs. Kona

Reviewed by Charry

Date 09/02/2018

The room was nice, we had a small view that could see the ocean. The location was excellent for me because my family’s home is minutes away. The Bed was not comfortable for me and my husband. We kept the room fairly clean But not having daily service for our 1 week stay was a bit surprising. In General our stay was okay. **Keeping in mind everyone has their own bed preference.

Very nice

Reviewed by Ginette

Date 08/26/2018

It was very nice, clean and with all we needed. thanks

Great stay

Reviewed by Andree-Claude

Date 08/08/2018

The unit was as descirbed and has shown on pictures. It had good quality beach gear. We found everything we needed to cook a few meals. The bed was very comfortable. However, the mattress of the sofa bed was awful, even for children. The resort is exceptionnal, we have a great view on the ocean and we could hear live music from the pool on tuesdays and saturdays.

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A great stay

Reviewed by Courtney

Date 07/25/2018

This room worked for our intention. We appreciated the beach chairs and cooler, though wish we used the boogie boards provided. WE appreciated our gift bag with chocolates and lots of information about the island. There was one pool and one hot tub that was really refreshing to use, though filled with kids. The bar at the cool was super convenient and the music at night was really nice. Given the AC, there is a musky smell and most our items had a moist feel to it during the stay, even with the porch door open most the time. But the beds were comfortable (including the pull out couch). Nice big bathroom (though the drains need to be cleaned - the bath took a LONG time to drain after a bath I took - was very cautious of sand in the drains the whole time). Coffee maker came with filters - much appreciated. There was a hot plate but no pots or pans to use to make anything on them. Being so close to the beach was wonderful. We are satisfied with our visit and appreciate being able to stay here.

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Five Star Vacation

Reviewed by Peter Morales

Date 07/02/2018

I invested several weeks reviewing property in Kauai. This was my first visit to this island. The reviews and photos matched the Condo perfectly. I enjoyed the lanai. Every morning I enjoyed drinking coffee watching the water. My only issue during my stay was the DVD player. It would be handy if you had instructions to turn on a Rental Movie, The condo overall was perfect. I hope when I plan another trip to Kauai, I hope this condo will be available.

Unit 234

Reviewed by Anita

Date 06/08/2018

This unit was very comfortable. Perfect for two people. The unit was well stocked, coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator, wine opener, cooler, beach towels, beach bag. The Islander on the Beach is a very well kept property right on the beach and centrally located to shopping and restaurants. We even caught an afternoon hula show at the Coconut Marketplace. I highly recommend this unit.

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Wonderful place to stay!

Reviewed by barry

Date 05/22/2018

We were very pleased with the location, cleanliness, ease to check in and out and with the overall stay here and will definitely book again!

April 2018

Reviewed by Douglas

Date 04/13/2018

Nice accomodations, great view, condo was well stocked. Grills by pool were great. Band playing by pool bar were very good. Hot tub and pool area very nice. Very nicely landscaped grounds. Beach area was nice to sit and relax. Condo centrally located, easy drive to North Shore, Waimaia Canyon. Coconut market right next store very convenient, nice shops, snorkel rental (recommend full face mask), general market has hot food to order coffee shop, gelato etc. Foodland and Safeway grocery stores less than 5 min drive from condo. Ono Ono Shave Ice was great and best priced $3.50. Bike rental in same parking lot as Ono Ono was great $5 per hour, very nice staff. Bike path along ocean. Mark's Place in Lihue great for plate lunch big enough for 2 to share. Island Helicopters tour was awesome, discounted if you pay cash. Beaches were beautiful. Kauai is a very laid back island, not much going on after 9pm.

Perfect Stay

Reviewed by Mary

Date 03/21/2018

Beautiful setting and view! The condo was centrally located, so we got around to see all sides of the island easily. Loved having the Coconut Market Place so close, for food and/or supplies. The condo also had everything we needed, lawn chairs, beach towels, boogie boards, small cooler, etc. so we were set for all of our day trips. The poolside bar was nice to have and it closes at 10:00, so never kept us up late. They even had live music at times. On site staff were very friendly and helpful. If we go back to Kauai, we will definitely consider Islander on the Beach, #234 again. Thanks!

Beautiful location

Reviewed by Carol

Date 01/14/2018

Very nice. There were very helpful inclusions that made are stay enjoyable, beach chairs, cooler, boogie boards, rice cooker. Using the poolside bbq was great. There is a real, quite nice ocean view.We went with friends and had a great time!Snorkeling was great at Anini Beach.

As advertised

Reviewed by Thomas

Date 12/13/2017

Condo was as advertised. Well equipped and great location. Comfortable bed. Bathroom could use thorough cleaning. Pool and pool bar with evening entertainment is right outside your door.. Outside hallways and stairs could use thorough cleaning as well.

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Beautiful place

Reviewed by philippe

Date 07/01/2017

We stayed a week in June 2017 with our son. The island is beautiful and the condo is well located. The view from the balcony over the sea and the pool is very nice. The place is very clean. To have known we would have stayed a few more days ..

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May 2017 stay

Reviewed by DGM

Date 06/03/2017

We've stayed at the Islander on the Beach location on about five previous trips, but this was the first in a condo separately operated from the hotel. Given that we were in the same style room & right next to hotel-managed properties, it was a similar experience less daily room service & use of a few hotel features like clean beach towels each day & use of the laundry facility. Parking was provided as it always is at the hotel. The location is the best feature. We enjoy the north shore of Kauai but it's lush for obvious reasons - it rains a lot up there. So we find it's best not to stay on the north shore & the Kapa'a location makes travel easier to other locations if it does rain & we opt not to go north. The central location of Islander on the Beach is great if you like to experience various places on the island. We've had friends stay in Poipu & on the west shore only to complain that it's just too much of a drive to repeatedly go to the north shore. Kapa'a is a great location in itself. Much to do there from nearby beaches, shopping, bike & kayak rentals, outfitters that lead guided activities to other areas, dining options & more. So for all those reasons, we appreciate the location most in terms of choosing Islander on the Beach. And since we're usually in motion, mostly just using the hotel for rest & clean up, the amenities aren't the key. It's a clean, safe & fairly quiet location. In fact, it was quieter this time than on past visits because they shut the poolside bar down at 10 as opposed to letting it go later as they used to do. We always enjoy walks on the grounds. There's a combination of sidewalk & well-used grassy trails that stretches probably just short of a mile in total in front of multiple resorts; it's a shared walking trail for the various properties. Monk seals occasionally show up on the beaches. We usually start the mornings & end the evenings with a walk. Very safe feeling. In terms of Condo 234 in particular, it met our needs. It was clean & comfortable. The view was great. Very quiet. The unit showed some signs of wear, but certainly acceptable condition. The management team did a nice job providing a few treats & some written materials. Lawn chairs, beach towels & a few other incidentals were provided. We didn't at all mind not having daily room service & with our stay of 11 nights, they did a midweek cleaning. The fee for what was provided was a good value. Interestingly, we stayed on the property with two other parties. One rented a unit in another building for considerably more on a per night basis & that unit was managed by a different company. Their room seemed slightly larger & more updated, but came with no touches & some rather harsh warnings about how they could incur penalties. Our friends were disappointed with the value relative to ours. Contrasting with that, the other party we were traveling with had a unit directly above us, paying $10 more per night. The unit was in slightly better shape & more nice touches to it. We remained satisfied with our experience, but just interesting to contrast the three units in the same property with different features, condition & approaches. In the end, I'd label our experience very satisfactory & feel we received solid value for the price. If we return to Kauai & Islander on the Beach, we'd definitely consider this same unit.

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Great island stay

Reviewed by Kathleen M

Date 04/22/2017

The condo 234 really worked for our needs. It was clean and very well equipped with cooler,Beach chairs,small kitchenette and bigger than average dorm type of refrigerator. View of ocean and pool was a great extra. Pool area was quiet during our stay . We would stay here again.

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Condo 234

Reviewed by Karen

Date 03/11/2017

We stayed at Islander on the Beach, Condo 234 for three nights; Feb. 20 - 22. The location was good. We had a nice view of the ocean from the room. However, we were very disappointed in the room itself. Specifically, it needs a major professional cleaning. The tile throughout the unit is dirty. There is a musty smell in the room. The bathroom shower head is rusted and the tile grout is filthy. In general, the bathroom needs to be updated and redone. We would not have been comfortable staying any longer. I hope the owner will make some changes as the unit has a lot of potential and the location is inviting. Thank you.

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Great stay!

Reviewed by Barbara

Date 02/16/2017

Enjoyed our stay at Islander on the Beach condo. Everything we could possibly need was provided in orur clean and tropical room. View was great to enjoy our coffee every morning. Always Love staying at the Islander!

A Great Unit

Reviewed by Donna G

Date 01/02/2017

I had a great stay in unit #234 in early November. It had just what I needed and it's location was ideal for getting around the island. It was really nice in the evening to have the lanai doors open and to listen to the music from the bar area below. I would definitely stay here again.

NIce location and well-stocked

Reviewed by DC

Date 11/02/2016

This unit is located in the building behind the one that is oceanfront, however from the lanai you can still see the ocean. Your main view is of the pool area, which can have noise from the people with your door open. The unit itself has pretty much everything you need - beach chairs, beach towels, boogie board, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, mini-frig, hot water pot, blender, cups/dishes, utensils, TV, wifi - to highlight a few. My main complaint would be the moldy/mildewy smell, which I hear is common around there due to the wet climate. Also the linen and bedding seemed old/worn and should be replaced, the towels were in good shape. Overall a great unit, comfy for two, close to the pool and a short walk to the beach. They also give you a nice welcome bag of goodies - thanks!

Condo 234 was a joy to visit

Reviewed by Tiffany

Date 10/12/2016

Thank you so much for the welcome package and making unit 234 very comfortable for us. We definitely used the cooler the entire trip so thank you for that. The Aston grounds were beautiful as was the pool/spa to unwind after a great day on the Island.

I've used aloha condos in the past and this unit lived up to the service I expected and surpassed it!

Mahalo!

Islander on the beach *5

Reviewed by Randal

Date 09/04/2016

Great value love the stay ! great location! Coming back again soon! Thanks Kristen for your help The Brattlofs

Aston Islander #234

Reviewed by Richard

Date 07/31/2016

Great condo, Great location, will stay there again. Stores and restaurants within walking distance. All the amenities you need EXCEPT beach towels. Make sure to bring your own. I would refer this property to my friends. Kapaa in my opinion is the best area to stay due to it'scentral location on the Island. The Aston isn't the newest nicest property however it is very clean with beautifully landscaped grounds and has everything you need. Love the BBQ's by the pool, go to Safewaybuy a couple of steaks and sit by the pool and have dinner.

Kapa'a beauty

Reviewed by Heike

Date 07/30/2016

This was our first time on Kauai but definitely won't be our last. The condo is small but had everything we needed. It was clean and as described. The view off the balcony is awesome! We very much appreciated the beach chairs and cooler left for us to use. The noise from the bar in the evening can get a bit loud but hey, you're on vacation, it's Hawaii, so hang loose and close the slider if you have to. We will be back :))

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Nice condo with beautiful ocean view

Reviewed by Max

Date 06/06/2016

We stayed for a week at Islander on the Beach Condo 234. It's a very convenient room with ocean view as a big bonus. The condo was clean en well equipped. You can use bodyboards, beach chairs and beach towels. You can make use of the barbecues and the pools of the Islander on the Beach resort. For us it was a downside that the amount of chlorine in the whirlpool at the resort was to high and it ruined our bathing suit completely. Kapaa is a central located on Kauai, so you can easily reach both sides of the island.

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Love Aston Islander on the Beach

Reviewed by John

Date 03/17/2016

We have stayed at this resort for the last 6 years, but this is the first year we rented directly form the owner of a unit. The unit was like all of the rest with a few owner touches. The a/c worked great as did all of the appliances provided. The view from the lanai was exceptional however noise from the bar in the evening could be a little too loud at times.The room was not well lit due to the shades used on the light over the desk and the two on either side of the bed. They need to replace the existing dark shades with ones that will allow the light to shine throughout the area.Also, the mattress was getting near the end of its usable life. It was rather soft and the mattress pad kept moving around.One more thought: the location of the hanger for the iron and iron in the closet takes away room to hang clothes. Move the hanger and iron to the left rear area to provide more room.On a whole we did enjoy the room and will rent again next year (maybe another room).

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Our stay at Islander on the beach

Reviewed by Francis

Date 01/11/2016

My wife and I were very pleased with the unit at Islander by the beach. Everything was neat and clean and we did our best to leave it the same. It had all of the items needed to enjoy the area and beaches. BUT!!

I wanted to let some one know that while returning from the beach with my own snorkeling gear I put my mask and fins on the sidewalk by my stairway. and walked about 75ft. to wash out my booties which took about 5min. max. When I returned my gear was gone. I quickly surveyed the area and the only person I noticed was a grounds keeper picking up trash with his golf cart. I went over to him and noticed a tip of my bright yellow fin sticking out from under about ten bags of trash.reached in and grabbed my gear and asked what was up. He responded that he was going to turn them in to the front desk. I responded by asking why he put them under all the trash and that they were not even there 5min. When I returned to my unit I happened to see the security man walking in the direction of the incident. I went back to the rear entrance and saw the two of them talking. I then asked the security man to come over and I explained the situation to him and he seemed like he did not want to here it but he heard me out and said oh well watch your things closer. Up to that point I did not think that was needed at a resort like this. All week I saw all types of gear left out and thought nothing of leaving my gear while showering. Believe me I still loved your unit but thought I should bring this to your attention. We will definitely consider a return stay to any of your condos again.