House in Lihue, HI
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Malu Kauai is situated in a small neighborhood called Niumalu. Three miles from Lihue town core this 1 bed/1 bath detached home is centrally located, clean and well cared for by the Owners. Includes a full kitchen, a lanai with awning, an outdoor grill, washer/dryer room for your exclusive use, easy parking, and is fully air conditioned.
The famous Duke’s Canoe Club, with its ocean view dining, live music and Hawaiian Hospitality, is just a mile away as well as Kalapaki Beach and the Kauai Marriott Hotel. Also nearby are both Anchor Cove and the Harbor Mall for more dining options and tons of shopping and activity services. Safeway and Costco are approximately 3 miles away for days you want to shop and cook at home.
Lihue is our central seat of government with State and County buildings along historic Rice St., Wilcox Hospital, Kukui Grove mall, Kauai Museum, Grove Farm Museum, Puakea Golf Course, Kauai Community College and many local businesses and eateries. Don't miss Kauai Beer Company or Kauai Pasta on Rice Street or Verde and Kenji Burger at the Hokulei Shopping Village. Oh and Robs Good Times Grill at Rice Shopping Center is GREAT for lunch also, large menu in a sports bar style atmosphere.
If a Luau is calling you visit Kilohana Plantation for their Kalamaku Luau, quite a show only 3 miles away! Kilohana Plantation also hosts Koloa Rum Company's tasting room and store, and tours of the historic grounds. Very cool!
Nawiliwili Harbor is close by for Cruise Ship and container arrivals and Huleia River is steps down the road for kayaking or fishing tours or the Menehune Fish Pond Overlook. Nawiliwili harbor can sometimes a bit noisy during the day as ships arrive but we have had very few complaints about that. Hulemalu Rd. also functions as a bypass road for locals going to and from work daily, usually 6-8 am and 3-5 pm are higher traffic times.
* Free wifi
* Comfy seats in livingroom
* Free laundry for your exclusive use
* Easy parking right on the front lawn
* Rural, owner live next door, but don't worry they never bother our guests!
* 25 Minute drive to Poipu Beaches, dining and shopping
* 55 Minute drive to North Shore Beaches, dining and shopping
The cozy bedroom has a queen size bed, with a ceiling fan and AC, dresser and a large closet. The bath offers a tub/shower.
With all the options you have, please consider Lihue town for its easy location to all sides of the island and a plethora of things to do as the locals would. You will enjoy all it has to offer.
*stays longer than 21 days will require a mid stay cleaning(s).
**THIS HOME IS LOCATED IN A TSUNAMI EVACUATION ZONE**
Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.
Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.
Hawaii Life/VRBO bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.
TA-181-230-7968-01
TMK
TVNCU 5051
The famous Duke’s Canoe Club, with its ocean view dining, live music and Hawaiian Hospitality, is just a mile away as well as Kalapaki Beach and the Kauai Marriott Hotel. Also nearby are both Anchor Cove and the Harbor Mall for more dining options and tons of shopping and activity services. Safeway and Costco are approximately 3 miles away for days you want to shop and cook at home.
Lihue is our central seat of government with State and County buildings along historic Rice St., Wilcox Hospital, Kukui Grove mall, Kauai Museum, Grove Farm Museum, Puakea Golf Course, Kauai Community College and many local businesses and eateries. Don't miss Kauai Beer Company or Kauai Pasta on Rice Street or Verde and Kenji Burger at the Hokulei Shopping Village. Oh and Robs Good Times Grill at Rice Shopping Center is GREAT for lunch also, large menu in a sports bar style atmosphere.
If a Luau is calling you visit Kilohana Plantation for their Kalamaku Luau, quite a show only 3 miles away! Kilohana Plantation also hosts Koloa Rum Company's tasting room and store, and tours of the historic grounds. Very cool!
Nawiliwili Harbor is close by for Cruise Ship and container arrivals and Huleia River is steps down the road for kayaking or fishing tours or the Menehune Fish Pond Overlook. Nawiliwili harbor can sometimes a bit noisy during the day as ships arrive but we have had very few complaints about that. Hulemalu Rd. also functions as a bypass road for locals going to and from work daily, usually 6-8 am and 3-5 pm are higher traffic times.
* Free wifi
* Comfy seats in livingroom
* Free laundry for your exclusive use
* Easy parking right on the front lawn
* Rural, owner live next door, but don't worry they never bother our guests!
* 25 Minute drive to Poipu Beaches, dining and shopping
* 55 Minute drive to North Shore Beaches, dining and shopping
The cozy bedroom has a queen size bed, with a ceiling fan and AC, dresser and a large closet. The bath offers a tub/shower.
With all the options you have, please consider Lihue town for its easy location to all sides of the island and a plethora of things to do as the locals would. You will enjoy all it has to offer.
*stays longer than 21 days will require a mid stay cleaning(s).
**THIS HOME IS LOCATED IN A TSUNAMI EVACUATION ZONE**
Hawaii Life Rentals is a locally owned, licensed real estate company with rentals on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii. We offer on-island personal assistance and Concierge services.
Rates do not include taxes, cleaning and applicable fees.
Hawaii Life/VRBO bookings: Guests must sign a rental contract within 48 hours of booking to confirm the reservation.
TA-181-230-7968-01
TMK
TVNCU 5051
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Lihue, HI
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
What a great cottage! We loved our stay at Malu Kauai. It was absolutely amazing and had everything we needed - full kitchen, bedroom, living room and washer/dryer. The Aloha Welcome basket was an unexpected treat. The location was perfect, allowing us time to explore Koloa, Poipu and Waimea Canyon before heading to the North Shore. This was our 20th trip to Hawaii - Kauai & the Big Island of Hawaii are our two favorite islands. I loved seeing the Peacocks and snails. We will return to Kauai and hope to stay at the Malu Kauai again. We highly recommend this cottage! Aloha & Mahalo, Carolyn & Barry
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Aloha- The unit was exactly as was described on the site. We greatly enjoyed our stay even with the crazy weather that Hawaii had these past few days. A few things to note: if this is your first trip to the Islands, the road to the unit is winding and seems to be off the beaten path. It is not. It is a beautiful drive as you make your way and just enjoy the view. As with all the islands the wild chickens are everywhere and the roosters will be an alarm clock for you. The unit has everything you need, but stop and get you some coffee and food essentials before you arrive. If you are a Costco member it is less than 5 minutes away. As a comparison of things: lunch in one of the food places averages 40/50 for two people but Costco cost us 6 for two hotdogs . Again - great place to stay and would do it again and the host communication was superb.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
We had a lovely stay here. The location worked out nicely as we had easy access to the entire island. The property is located in a quiet and safe area with the luxury of hearing live music in the evenings from the inn across the road.
6 / 10Average·Dec 2022
This beach house was exceptionally clean and neat, and I appreciated the box of goodies that the owners supplied. But while walking around the area, I noticed a number of broken down cars and some homeless people living in the park right across the street. So as a single person I was a bit alarmed. I also reserved this cottage hoping my son would join me, but he had to cancel last minute. And luckily he did, because the cottage had only one double bed, with a love seat in the living room, so he would have had no place to sleep. When I signed up I clearly stated that it was for me and my son, and no one informed me that would not work.
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9.6Outstanding
(140 Ratings)
"What a great cottage! We loved our stay at Malu Kauai. It was absolutely amazing and had everything we needed - full kitchen, bedroom, living room and washer/dryer. The Aloha Welcome basket was an ..."
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