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Koa Kea Hotel & Resort

4.5 of 5
2251 Poipu Road, Poipu, Kauai, HI 96756 (Koloa)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Smyrna
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW via mobile

The Koa Kea was amazing. First, the location right on Poipu Beach is hard to beat. It's first class, yet not stuffy. It's very quaint and comfortable unlike the big chains with tons of commotion. The included breakfast package is well worth it and Red Salt is quite good too. The service is the biggest thing. All anyone at this... More

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Top Contributor
159 reviews 159 reviews
38 hotel reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
89 helpful votes 89 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Stayed at 4 resorts on Kauai - will compare Koa Kea with St. Regis here... Pros for Koa Kea: 1. More relaxed and casual atmosphere - no worries running around in a swim suit 2. Sunny side of the island - better weather is more predictable 3. Red Salt - breakfast package is divine (try everything on the menu -... More

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Denver, CO
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

I simply have to respond to the few people who post negative reviews of this property due to its not being a huge, overdone, glitzy resort. First, each person's definition of 5-star is different so I understand if you consider that type of place the ultimate in luxury and comfort and alone worthy of a 5-star rating. However, it is... More

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Edmonton, Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Just spent 8 nights at Koa Kea. I have been reading the reviews on Tripadvisor for a couple of years now and must say that it is thanks to those reviewers that we stayed at Koa Kea. It is a small very clean well maintained hotel, no bugs just the odd chicken. The pool is very quiet water is warm,you... More

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Michigan
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

First class resort and staff is excellent. Ocean View Room great to recharge in the afternoon on the porch with the constant breeze. The one night of rain was fine sitting in the covered porch. Adult pool is a fun and relaxing. Look for small spots along the lazy river. Waterfalls along the river have cove hid always.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013 via mobile

We have been coming since it opened in 2009. We have to thank the Grand Hyatt because just before our vacation in 2009 they offered us upgrades on our stay there if we moved down to the Koa Kea the last few days of our vacation. Free stuff and a better room (they overbooked and needed rooms for a convention)... More

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Appleton, Wisconsin
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Everyday was the best day...Nestled between some big name hotels was this beautiful, romantic, indulgent resort. The rooms were pristine, refreshing feeling and comfy all at once. The bedding is as nice as mine at home (maybe nicer) The little touches - espresso machine, luxury toiletries, turn down service, shells, notes in the room, always calling me by name- took... More

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new york
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We stayed for 5 nights on the first branch of our honeymoon. We couldn't have picked a better spot for what we were looking for. The hotel itself is small (100 rooms or so) and doesn't have the grandiosity of many of Hawaii's mega resorts, which is part of the reason why we chose it. The setting makes it perfect... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Incredible resort! We stayed here for 4 nights on our honeymoon. This resort is definitely a 5 star resort. The pictures depict it as an older property, and if you look at the outside it has an older hotel look, but the minute you step inside it is extremely modern. Everything from the marble bathroom, to the beautifully appointed room... More

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Cupertino, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We chose Ko’a Kea to celebrate our 25th Anniversary at and it could not have been any better. We were so very pleased with the Hotel and the entire staff. The level of attention & service we received was absolutely exceptional. We wanted a more intimate setting and this property was perfect, it’s just the right size with mostly adult... More

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travellers say

  • Red salt(143)
  • Pool bar(37)
  • Very nice(34)
  • Hot tub(32)
  • Ocean views(26)
  • Friendly and helpful(22)
  • Valet parking(21)
  • Room service(18)
  • Ocean view room(14)
  • Grand Hyatt(10)

Additional Information about Koa Kea Hotel & Resort

Address: 2251 Poipu Road, Poipu, Kauai, HI 96756
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Region: United States > Hawaii > Kauai > Poipu > Koloa
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
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Price range (per night): INR21,114 - 28,060
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Koa Kea is a luxury boutique hotel with unmatched proximity to the ocean. Red Salt Restaurant and the Spa at Koa Kea are the newest additions to Poipu Beach, a great location for enjoying Kauai. ... more   less 
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