Entire condo

Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach

E Komo Mai, Welcome to Crater 26!

Garden views, open living, private covered lanai... the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee, meals, and an evening sip. Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and modern appliances. Guest bedroom with queen size bed and common full bathroom on the main floor. Primary bedroom with king size bed and ensuite bathroom upstairs. Vaulted ceilings with fans in every room for a natural tropical breeze.

Poipu Crater Resort: Private and beautiful duplex cottage in lush tropical gardens atop an extinct volcano crater. Shared swimming pool, sauna, tennis court, ping-pong tables, barbecues, dining tables, and lounge chairs.
DESTINATION KAUAI is a locally owned and family operated company committed to providing excellent guest service to visitors wanting to experience, respect, and enjoy our beautiful Kaua'i.

CHECK-IN: 4:00pm
CHECK-OUT: 10:00am
Plan Accordingly: We are not able to grant early check-ins and/or later check-outs in advance. Should you need an advanced guarantee of additional time in the unit, we do suggest booking the additional night to accommodate this.

- Contactless Check-In For Seamless Arrival
- Complimentary Wireless Internet & Assigned Parking Stall
- Property Guide Provided
- Private Washer & Dryer Inside Condo
- Beach Gear Provided: Beach Chairs, Umbrella, Small Cooler, Beach/Pool Towels
- Starter Set Amenities: Soaps, Toiletries, Paper Towels, Detergents
- 24-Hour Property Manager Contact
- Additional guests and gatherings are not allowed.
- 15% Deposit Due Upon Booking
- Refundable Security Deposit Applies

Experience Poipu living at its best - just a short walk from pristine beaches and the Grand Hyatt: Greenbelt Walking Path, Shipwreck beach (5 min walk), Brennecke's Beach (8 min walk), Poipu Beach Park (10 min walk), Sheraton Beach (5 min drive), Anara Spa & Poipu Bay Golf Club (5 min walk).

GE/TA - 010-947-8912-01
TMK 4-2-8-020-035-0026

Property manager

Destination Kauai

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GE-010-947-8912-01, 280200350026, TA-010-947-8912-01

Property is also known as

200842
Beautiful Updated Poipu Crater Cottage Close to Poipu Beach!

About the neighborhood

Map
Koloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Brennecke Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Poipu Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Shipwreck Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kiahuna Beach - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lawai Beach - 9 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poipu Shopping Village - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brennecke's Beach Center - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bubba Burgers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Keoki's Paradise - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach located?

Located in Poipu, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Brennecke Beach and Poipu Beach. Poipu Kai Tennis Center and Keoniloa Bay are also within 15 minutes.

Crater 26 by Destination Kauai - Close to Poipu Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 144 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, clean and quiet!
My husband and I had a wonderful stay at crater 26! The house was just as listed. We arrived to a clean, bright and spacious place to call home for a week. We had everything we needed in the kitchen for cooking as well as cleaning. There was plenty of laundry soap and towels. We appreciated the extra box fans to help circulate that warm Hawai’i air. The upstairs (master) room was very spacious with a comfortable king bed and beautiful furnishings. We didn’t use the downstairs bedroom as it was just the two of us, but that was a beautifully made room as well. The pool area was a wonderful quiet and clean space to lounge in the sun and read. The loungers were very nice and the layout provided plenty of personal space. Check in/check out was easy. Thank you Jeremy for providing a wonderful home away from home for our week long kid free vacation. Would recommend crater 26 to friends and family if planning a visit to Kaua’i!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Poipu Crater
Excellent location and lovely property, apartment had everything we needed whilst in Kauai would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Everything about this unit was amazing.. its perfectly located on top of the crater where you get a cool breeze in the afternoons and nights that keeps it nice and cool..a short walk to many beaches and restaurants and the pool is a perfect place to unwind and take a dip..only issue we had is with the HOA’s wife, she’s very quick to call you out and judge you, even if it was someone else that does something..she’s quick to make it awkward..other than her, it’s a great place, just don’t sneeze to loud, you’ll get in trouble
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place to stay!
No ac needed with the beautiful trade winds! Some hills to tackle but only .6 miles to Brennecke’s and Poipu Beach. Nice walking path around the corner connected us to these beaches or Shipwreck Beach the other direction. We had everything we needed for our stay provided at this nice condo.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cary K., NYC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
We really enjoyed staying at Crater 26! It’s a unique setting very close to the beach and area restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
family get together
Outstanding location and condo. Clean, quiet and secluded
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Schalene D., Gardiner, Montana

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, Quiet cottage in Poipu
Quiet, clean cottage in the crater. Some issues with the freezer being loud & not working, but the managers were quick to respond. Close to everything in Poipu.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great place to stay in. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but lacking a few things
We enjoyed our visit, thanks. Here are some suggestions: -- Include a set of instructions/helpful info about the rental, including operation of electronics, recycling, places to get groceries, restaurant recommendations, etc. -- Add a bath mat next to the upstairs tub (as-is, the one in vanity must be moved there) -- Add towel bars or hooks to wall(s) near the upstairs tub -- Include more toilet tissue in the rental -- Add soap or body wash to the upstairs tub -- Add fan above the table in the dining area -- Replace the circular table in dining area with a rectangular one (as-is, there's not enough room for someone to get around it if three people are seated in the chairs nearest the living room -- Relabel the light switches that currently say "Lamps" (they didn't seem to control anything; at least, we couldn't figure it out) -- Add a first-aid kit (maybe we missed?) Should be mentioned in the house instructions -- see first suggestion above. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

Liked: Cleanliness
condo / crater
very calm & inviting. lovely place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Crater 26
We had a great stay. Beautiful property. You feel like your in the jungle. Close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald E.

Liked: Cleanliness
September Stay
Property was as described. May be the time of year but was warm even with the ceiling fans. Would not recommend for older people,we are on our 70's, as the walk leading up to the unit is steep and has several steps which make getting the luggage in the unit difficult. The pictures do not show the elevation difference between the parking area and the entrance to the unit. Great place for younger people.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kauai Vacation
This was a great place for my family to enjoy the island. Everything was clean and fit our needs perfectly. It's conveniently located to Poipu Beach and other beautiful beaches for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for exploring Kaua'i
We loved the location of this property. It was a short walk to the beach. The rest of the island was within a reasonable car ride. Restaurants nearby were excellent. We liked that there were boogie boards, chairs, and an umbrella to use on the beach. And access to the tennis court was fun for my kids. There were a couple of minor problems with the condo that were promptly taken care of once I got in touch with the proprietor. I would definitely recommend this place for a family of four.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The master bedroom and the lanai are outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G., JANESVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming bungalow in lush, quiet community
A beautiful home in a lovely and well maintained garden complex. This property was the perfect size for two adult couples (late 30s) vacationing in Kauai for 5 days. We were worried about not having AC, but at the end of April, the unit caught nice breezes that kept the rooms perfectly comfortable. A small portable fan would be most welcome in the downstairs bathroom, as it became uncomfortably humid and warm when showers and laundry were running with no means of circulating air with the door closed. We really appreciated the large beach towels and high quality bath towels. I never travel without earplugs and an eye mask, and I recommend them to anyone coming here who prefers perfect darkness and silence for sleeping. I can't speak for the loft bedroom, but the main floor bedroom did let in some (not too much) light in the morning, and the sounds of birds, roosters, and critters of the (beautiful!) gardens. Come prepared and you'll sleep just fine. The pool area is lovely - complete with 8ft pool, lounge chairs, grill, shaded tables/chairs and more stunning tropical flora. The residents we met were friendly and welcoming. The assigned parking stall made parking hassle free, and the location of the quite community was very convenient. This was our favorite location of the places we stayed on our 3-island vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal space and location
This stay was clean, quiet, spacious, and in a great location. Walking distance to several beaches and trails. So relaxing, I cannot say enough about it. It was the perfect place for my significant other and I, but would definitely work well for a small family, especially if you want kitchen amenities for cooking. The host was responsive to questions. We will definitely stay again in the future and will recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
It was perfect for our relaxing girl trip! The lanai was awesome for breakfast and just hanging out. The neighborhood was quiet and clean! Would absolutely stay again! 😊. Perfect hidden gem in Poipu!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing Stay
To start off, we would gladly return to Crater 26, and hope to do so the next time we plan to come to Kauai. Very nice property and great location. We will also recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation
Very clean, we stocked. Great location and neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim D., Athens Wi

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Very nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable beds, would stay again!
The location was great for our vacation, very close to multiple beaches and restaurants. The bedrooms were very comfortable and the lanai is a plus for eating outside. The pool was better than the photos provided on the listing. We spent hours swimming, and playing ping pong and tennis with the grandkids.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprisingly delightful spot
We loved the place. Our adult son, my husband, and I had a great week based out of the "Crater". The facilities worked well for us and the location was unique. The facilities were great and the kitchen well stocked, if you don't mind mis-matched dishes. My only complaint was the level of 'perfume' in all the linens. Too much scent in the detergent(?), dryer sheet(?) for me! I to rinse/wash some linens w/o any soap to try and get them so I could sleep. I don't think anyone would complain if their linens DIDN'T smell sickenly sweet, so why subject us to that??? UGH!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for Poipu, but quiet. Wonderful pool and tennis court
Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022