The Hale O'Neita was exactly as advertised! A quiet, tranquil escape just outside of the heart of Poipu beach. Paula and Brian were super-helpful and checked in on us to make sure we were having a good time - without ever being overbearing. I am not an air conditioning girl - and even though it is available to use, we didn't turn it on once. The property is built in this amazing way, so that when you open the windows on each side of the room the wind comes right through cooling everything down.

They provide so much that was unexpected - beach chairs, towels, a huge umbrella and even snorkel gear for two. If you aren't quite ready to completely unplug there is wireless internet and cable.

The lanai is beautiful - I practiced yoga each morning looking at the mountains. The roof is big enough that even when it rains you can be outside without a drop of water hitting you. Yoga in the tropical rain was amazing. It is a great distance from Poipu beach for a run as well. If I am lucky enough to come back to Kauai I would hope that the O'Neita was available!