Koa Kea Hotel & Resort

We have stayed here every time we stay in Kauai. If you like a quiet atmosphere in a beautiful resort, this is it. It is in a great location in Poi Pu and walking distance to the Little Fish coffee shop which has a great selection.

Beautiful resort! Very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms with balconies were easy access and quite comfortable. Total valet service.

The hotel was comfortable and a great location close to a lot of good places to eat. The beach area is beautiful but small and convenient for exploring the south shore. That said, the service was slow at times, and I was disappointed by the added parking charge that wasn't disclosed upfront. They advertise that paying up front is cheaper, but once you add parking and other expenses, it really wasn't. The room itself was very basic for the price, and overall, it felt expensive for what you get. If I had known about the extra costs before checking in, I probably would have stayed on the North Shore instead. Ko'a Kea is nice but be aware of the additional fees and the value compared to other options.

We stayed at Koa Kea Resort on Poipu Beach with my wife from January 11–17, and once again, the stay itself was fantastic. This is one of those rare places we return to over and over. The hotel is small, calm, and never noisy; the beach access is perfect; and it’s a place where you can truly relax. The staff is consistently friendly, helpful, and welcoming. That said, there is one issue that left a sour taste when we checked out: the parking fee. At around $40 per night (plus tax), a six-night stay adds up quickly. I don’t have a problem with hotels charging for parking—but this needs to be communicated clearly and upfront at check-in. On top of that, parking is valet-only, which means guests are effectively paying twice: once for overnight parking and once because valet is mandatory. That doesn’t feel fair and honestly comes across as a bit of a rip-off. If the staff simply explained the cost at check-in, guests could at least make an informed decision—whether to use valet or look for another option. Transparency would go a long way here.

Beautiful boutique hotel. Restaurant was excellent, but expensive- but similar to other places. Would definitely recommend. Easy walk to public beach with lifeguards- make sure you walk down to see the resting sea turtles and monk seals