This was our best vacation ever! The condo exceeded our expectations in every way. It was gorgeous and spacious, air conditioned, and perfect for a family that likes to cook their own meals (smooth top stove, dishwasher, full size fridge, blender, toaster oven, microwave, cookware). The shared Nihilani swimming pool area was better than the photo, beautiful with Jacuzzi and two large Weber gas barbeque grills. Many evenings I would barbeque dinner at the grill while kids swam or hung out in the Jacuzzi. Great way to make friends and meet your neighbors. The condo itself was perfect for our family of 7. My two teenage children (who generally grumble about any family vacation and just want to go home) were enchanted by the condo and by the island of Kauai, and had a fabulous experience.
The location is upscale, with manicured lawns and foliage (typical of the entire Princeville community). You have a two car garage and parking space for one guest (6 hour limit). Parking elsewhere in the Princeville area is very limited (no parking along the roads!), so you will see many people walking or biking.
Now, there are 6 areas along the shore within 30 to 50 min walking distance, some of them I consider hidden treasures. The locals made me promise not to tell, so be kind to them, or do your own exploration and find them all. You can find sea turtles, hidden beaches, waterfalls, giant ocean pools abutting the ocean, and great places for surfing and snorkeling!
Outside of Princeville, and within driving distance, are waterfalls, hiking, kayaking, river boat tours, surfing, and much more!
I love this place and my children are already begging for our next vacation to Kauai.