First off, the Palmwood is 100%, absolutely lovely. The location on the top of hill in a tropical valley on Kauai's north shore is breathtaking. My wife and spent time every morning just sitting out on the porch drinking coffee and soaking it in. The Palmwood itself is decorated beautifully in an elegant, minimal style. The Upper Suite we stayed in was comfortable, airy, and refreshing, with the aforementioned porch and incredible view. Our room also had potentially the most comfortable mattress we've ever slept in outside our own home.

The folks running the inn (Eddie and her son Michael) were just as fantastic. They had tons of advice about good spots to explore or relax at on the north shore, and seemed to genuinely want us to just have a great time. They are also _excellent_ cooks. The morning breakfasts were very, very good. They even packed us a "to go" breakfast replete our last morning when we had to leave early for our flight.

All in all, it was an awesome trip. I can't recommend the Palmwood more highly.