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Malia Makai - G - Starfish - A/C - Beautiful Views of the Poipu Coastline

Let soothing Pacific waves wash away your worries as you relax on your dream Hawaiian vacation.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • 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.

Malia Makai - G - Starfish - A/C - Beautiful Views of the Poipu Coastline

MALIA MAKAI G AT KOLOA KAI VACATION RENTALS
STARFISH

Your Tropical Oasis in Poipu

Welcome to Malia Makai G – Starfish, a charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage offering the perfect retreat for your Kauai adventure. Located in Poipu, this modern and inviting rental is just minutes from Kauai’s most iconic attractions, including Waimea Canyon State Park, the Nā Pali Coast, and Poipu Beach. Whether you're exploring lush trails, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, or soaking up the Hawaiian sun, Starfish is the ideal home base for your getaway.

Highlights & Features
Prime Location: Close to Poipu Beach, Brennecke’s Beach, and Shipwreck Beach, as well as hiking trails, shops, and restaurants.
Modern Comforts: Newly updated with air conditioning, stylish décor, and a fully equipped kitchen.
Ocean Views: Relax and enjoy the serene beauty of the Pacific from your cottage.

Sleeping Arrangements
Master Bedroom: King bed with air conditioning for a restful night.
Guest Bedroom: Queen bed with air conditioning for added comfort.

Indoor Comforts
Air Conditioning: Split-system units in both bedrooms and the living room.
Fully Equipped Kitchen: Top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, water filter, spices, and all the essentials for preparing delicious meals.
Entertainment: Two Smart TVs with Roku (accessible via Spectrum app, no cable) and free WiFi for streaming and staying connected.

Outdoor Living & Amenities
Shared BBQs: Grill fresh island flavors on the community barbecues.
Beach Gear: Includes boogie boards, chairs, umbrellas, coolers, and towels for your seaside adventures.
Parking: Driveway parking for up to 2 vehicles.
Shared Laundromat: Convenient on-site laundry facilities.

Nearby Attractions
Poipu Beach: A short drive to one of Kauai’s most famous beaches for snorkeling, swimming, and sunbathing.
Nā Pali Coast: Experience dramatic cliffs and pristine waters by boat or trail.
Waimea Canyon State Park: Known as the “Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” perfect for hiking and breathtaking views.
Local Dining & Shopping: Discover vibrant restaurants, boutique shops, and markets in Poipu.

Additional Information
Access: Outdoor stairs are required to enter the cottage.
Additional Accommodations: Four other 2-bedroom properties are available on-site, each accommodating up to 4 guests.

Amenities
Air conditioning in both bedrooms and the living room.
Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances.
Two Smart TVs with Roku and free WiFi.
Shared BBQs and beach gear.
Driveway parking for up to 2 vehicles.

Check-In/Out
Check-In: 4:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM

Important Notes
Hawaii Tax Information: Hawaii’s laws require taxes (GET 4.712%, Kauai TAT 3%, TAT 10.25%) to apply to the cleaning fee.

Hawaii Tax Information
TAT License: TA-092-520-6016-01
GET License: GE-092-520-6016-01

Property manager

Jed and Lisa Stevens

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 280190310003, TA-092-520-6016-01, GE-092-520-6016-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Koloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Brennecke Beach - 6 min walk
  • Poipu Beach - 9 min walk
  • Shipwreck Beach - 18 min walk
  • Kiahuna Beach - 6 min drive
  • Lawai Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poipu Shopping Village - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brennecke's Beach Center - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bubba Burgers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Keoki's Paradise - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Malia Makai - G - Starfish - A/C - Beautiful Views of the Poipu Coastline pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Malia Makai - G - Starfish - A/C - Beautiful Views of the Poipu Coastline?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Malia Makai - G - Starfish - A/C - Beautiful Views of the Poipu Coastline?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Malia Makai - G - Starfish - A/C - Beautiful Views of the Poipu Coastline located?

Located in Poipu, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Brennecke Beach and Poipu Beach. Keoniloa Bay and Poipu Kai Tennis Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Malia Makai - G - Starfish - A/C - Beautiful Views of the Poipu Coastline Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great area and cozy home!
Everything here is excellent, except lacking of one table for lunch or dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DJ S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great stay.
Would repeat it again, great location close to beach and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Turtles in Poipu
My favorite location is Poipu. Management very quick to respond with questions. The home needs improvements to not be so basic. No dishwasher and the kitchen was very poorly stocked with pans etc... love the beach an turtles.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie S., New Bern, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house in Poipu
This was a nice house with good amenities. The best were great beach gear and laundry facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kesha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place in Poipu
My family and I had a wonderful time. We loved the veiw from the back porch. It was an amazing place to be. There were so many birds that came right up to us. I say this place is a 6 out of 5 stars. And everything was Perfect!!!🙂😄
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dipesh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Very conveniently located. All beach accessories & snorkeling gears were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for Poi Pu
Great location, comfortable, clean, totally functional spot for tourists on the go. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely “home base” in Kauai
Close to Poipu beaches, 30 minutes from Lihue airport, great view of the ocean, comfortable beds, nice amenities, a lovely home away from home from which to enjoy Kauai.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
we really enjoyed our stay. The beach was approximately 1 1/2 blocks away. It's a nice walk. One night we went to beach at sunset and saw about 20 turtles come from the ocean to spend the night at the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
We absolutely loved our girls trip to the island! Great location and awesome accommodations! I’d definitely come back and stay here again! :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good property, populated area
This is a nice property and the beach gear is great (though note that the gear is shared with multiple properties). Was well equipped but would be nice to have a few extra bath and beach towels (only provided the exact number of towels as guests). View from the lanai was great and there was generally a good breeze in the morning and evening (full sun in the afternoon). Easy, downhill walk to the beach, but note that the walkable beaches get very crowded. There are a couple of places to eat that are within walking distance, but most places are a short drive away. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great times in Poipo!
We had a fantastic stay at this property. Super roomy, awesome location, incredible views of the ocean & exceptionally clean. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

spencer r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VIP guest
A wonderful place to stay and enjoy the beach. Very clean and well kept!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
Good spot, well managed
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Located within easy walking distance of a beach plus an ocean view from the balcony. While we didn't use much of the kitchen, it looked well stocked with dishes and appliances. Location worked well to travel to all other areas of the island. Property manager communication was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
This is THE place to be in Kauai. Poipu has so much to offer. It’s safe, convenient, beautiful. This property checked off every mark. It was clean, welcoming, easy to get to, beautiful location with an ocean view. I can’t wait to revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kelly l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Great location and very comfortable! We did have an issue with the air conditioner, but Jed was quick to respond and do everything he could to make us comfortable. It was very well stocked, incredibly clean, and very comfortable! Wonderful amenities, we had everything we needed. Would stay again, and definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., MOLINE, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Close walk to beach… nice neighborhood…great deck with view of ocean and a responsive owner. We will return! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonita L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a great stay!
This place is in the perfect location walking distance to the beach and came with snorkel and other gear, beach chairs and towels that made our stay absolutely seamless. The place has a view of the mountains and the water, and we felt so welcomed by everyone around us. I can't recommend this place more. No issues at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Up from Poipu
The unit was convenient and clean; it was spartan - less than stylish. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annelise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect rental!
We loved our stay in Poipu! The unit was perfectly located. We walked down to the beach each day, usually with some beach chairs to sit and watch the sunset. We loved the availability of the chairs, boogie boards, other beach necessities. We did a few day activies- both on the north end and west side - and were thankful to be situated right in the middle of both. We loved coming back to the unit after an adventurous long day. The unit had everything you could need and want while on vacation in beautiful Kauai. Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mahalo
Your communication is wonderful prior to arriving. Directions easy to follow. Property actually better/nicer than we expected. Housekeeping staff is excellent. Location very good as well. Excellent stay. The only thing i would suggest is a small round table and 4 chairs. I think there is room.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colton R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need!
My wife and I stayed here for 10 days! We came to Kauai to get married and to honeymoon. This place was perfect for the 2 of us! Had everything that we needed and a little more! We only had 1 issue, the air conditioner started to leak. We contacted the property manager and it was fixed first thing the next morning! Great communication! We truly had a wonderful stay! Just a couple minutes walk from the beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view! Awesome price!
We ended up loving our 2-week stay here… we’ll miss our home-away-from-home! The view was outstanding. We watched the sunset almost every night from the porch. The house is simple but clean and just what we needed. A couple downsides to be aware of: unit G (ours) had the communal laundry room beneath the bedrooms. Several nights neighbors were doing laundry at 11pm and it’s super loud… like you can hear every move and word. If someone forgets to latch the door, which they always do, it clanks around in the wind and you’ll have to get up and go downstairs to latch it, so does the chain and sign the neighbor hangs in his driveway right outside your bedroom windows. There’s no dishwasher in this unit. Hand washing isn’t terrible but with a family I didn’t expect that. Also on day 2 of our 14 day stay the ACs all stopped working. Although we asked management 3 times to fix them and they said they’d have maintenance take a look no one ever came so we didn’t have an AC the whole trip. I enjoyed the windows open at night but that also meant we heard everything outside. It often rained at night which blew into the house. And the afternoons were hot with those east facing windows. There’s not a table and chairs or a lot of seating. A tiny couch (although cozy) and tiny chair. We laid blankets on the floor to watch a movie together. It still wasn’t bad. Everyone was super friendly, especially the neighbor Terry who had good recommendations and at that price we’d come back.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding
Our parents enjoyed their stay here during a family wedding. Comfortable, spacious and nice ocean view.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024