This condo is the perfect size for two people. The view is incredible and makes your time chilling in the unit just as enjoyable as going out sight seeing! We were worried about not having AC (we went in June) and at times is was quite warm indoors, but our unit happened to have a floor fan available, and we stayed cool enough with all the windows open and the breeze. In the middle of the night it got cool enough to actually want the quilt. The balcony is also a bit cooler than inside.
One thing that surprised me was the loudness of the ocean due to how close you are to it, and needing to sleep with the windows and balcony door open. The first night I woke up multiple times to the sound of crashing waves, but I got used to it. It actually makes good white noise if you're somebody that enjoys that.
The full kitchen got a lot of use, but remember to buy everything if you're going to cook since they do not stock seasonings or cooking oil. In turn, if you buy all those things you will have to toss or bring home what you don't use.
The premises of Kappa Sands is beautifully green. You will feel like you're in a garden or a jungle. And the beach is just steps away. Be aware of rocks and driftwood, but there is a small area clear enough to play and swim.
I got a kick out of all the wildlife too! The friendly neighborhood rooster was our alarm clock every morning. Lots of bird song and harmless lizards that run and hide when you walk down the path. Be careful not to step on a snail!
If you want a beautiful ocean view and walking distance to the beach, but don't want to pay for a fancy resort, come to Kapaa Sands! The location is also perfect because it's just 10-15 min from the airport, and about 30 min to either the north or south side of the island.
Rent a car for the entire length of your stay. Rent early!! You won't regret having that freedom to go where you want when you want. There is a public bus we utilized once, and google maps does help navigate the bus system. Taxis are hard to get (and expensive), and Uber might as well not exist (it does exist, but we never found a driver available). If you just need a quick ride from the airport, there is an easy to use taxi service line next to the information booth at the end of Baggage Claim A, but again, it gets expensive fast.
CARRY CASH. The taxi requires cash, the bus requires cash, if you want to tip your surfing or scuba teacher (you will want to!) have some cash. We didn't always have cash when we needed it.
Overall, Kapaa Sands was a beautiful, private, and relaxing place to stay.