Kiahuna Plantation condos are managed by two different companies (Castle and Outrigger), so it is known both as Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation, and Castle Kiahuna Plantation and Beach Bungalows.
Kiahuna Plantation occupies a lovely beachfront in Poipu on the sunniest side of the island. It is located on 35 acres of tropically landscaped grounds. The atmosphere is relaxed and carefree.
Quaint, low-rise wooden buildings at Outrigger and Castle Kiahuna Plantation look like a 19th century Hawaiian plantation. They are surrounded by lagoons, tall swaying coconut palms, large shady monkey pod trees, and fragrant blossoming plumeria.
Across the street is the Poipu Shopping Village, a lovely open-air island-style mall with shops and restaurants nestled in the middle of the gardens. It is a very safe area, so if you are traveling with teens, they can go to the shopping center on their own.
Historic Koloa Town is a few minutes drive away. It is a very charming place where you can see ruins of Kauai's first sugar plantation and some of the oldest buildings in Hawaii. Each building has its own story, for example, one of them was Kauai's first hotel where traveling salesmen stayed over 100 years ago.
The town has a few local shops, grocery store where you can get fresh island fruit, vegetables and meat, and some restaurants.
2. Rooms
Outrigger and Castle Kiahuna Plantation offer 333 condos in forty two 2- and 3-story buildings (no elevators). This is a large resort, so the buildings are spread out, and some garden view condos are set almost 1/4 of a mile back from the ocean. If you want to be close to the beach, book a partial ocean or ocean view condo.
Another reason to book an ocean view condo (rates), believe it or not, is the roosters. As you may have heard, Kauai is full of free-roaming roosters, and you will see some around Kiahuna Plantation. They normally hang out close to Poipu Road, in the area where garden view condos are located. It is not a huge problem, but if you are a light sleeper and don't want to be waken up very early in the morning, we recommend that you book at least a partial ocean or ocean view condo.
Castle and Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation gives you a lot of privacy and space. All 1- and 2-bedroom condos are individually decorated and vary in style, but all are nice, clean, and get lots of ocean breezes that keep the air cool.
- Ceiling fans, no a/c
- Private lanai
- Full kitchen (stove, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee maker, pots and pans, utensils)
- Color cable TV and VCR
- Tub/shower or shower only
- Hair dryer
- Iron and board
- Non-smoking ro
- Daily maid service
- oms available
3. Restaurants1) Plantation Gardens Restaurant
The restaurant's building used to be the estate of the planation manager, back in the days when this place was a large sugar plantation. It is a beautiful place, surrounded by lush gardens and carp ponds. Open-air lanai, bamboo ceiling fans, Brazilian cherrywood floors, and a solid koa wood bar enhance your dining experience. Food is excellent, from the Seafood Laulau entree to the Banana Lumpia dessert.
Happy hour at 4pm - stop by for appetizers, pizza and cocktails
Dinner served 5:30pm-10pm
2) CasaBlanca at Kiahuna
New restaurant located at the Kiahuna Swim & Tennis Club, across the street from the Kiahuna Plantation. You can relax on a cool outside veranda that overlooks the tennis courts and the pool.
Open for breakfast and lunch.
4. Things to do
- Beach
The beach in front of Castle and Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation is great for swimming and snorkeling (you will see tons of fish!). It is borderd by a very nice large lawn area. You can really spend your whole vacation just lounging around the beach and sitting under the palms with a good back. Families can have a picnic or play games. - Pool and tennis courts
Newly build Kiahuna Swim & Tennis Club is right across the street. It has a swimming pool with children's play area, whirlpool spa, and an Activity Hut where you can get towels. There are also 10 brand-new tennis courts and a pro shop - Moir Gardens
Located on the grounds, these gardens feature a renowned collection of cacti, succulent plants and orchids. The aloes collection is especially amazing! You can take explore the gardens on your own, or take a guided tour (at 9am Tue or 4pm Thu).
- Picnic area with gas BBQs
- Acitivity desk
- Watersports rentals
- Movie rentals
- 18-hole Kiahuna Golf Club is next door (you will recevie preferred rates)
- Children's program for ages 4-12 (rates appr $45 full day with lunch, $30 half-day with lunch)
Every day during peak season, every other day during slow season - Laundromat
- Laundry and dry cleaning valet service (fee)
- Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
- Free parking
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