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Mala Hale: Elegant Gardenview Home w/Spa, AC, & Serene Lanai w/BBQ - Mala Hale

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Mala Hale’s tropical garden and outdoor dining patio framed by lush island landscaping
Open-concept living at Mala Hale with vaulted ceilings, plush sofas, and garden views
Mala Hale has an open concept layout with vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans and a living area that flows into the dining room
Enjoy your favorite movie or TV show on the corner-mounted flatscreen TV.
Relax on the covered lanai at Mala Hale, with seamless indoor-outdoor flow

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6174.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Princeville, HI
  • Princeville Makai Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Princeville Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Hanalei Bay
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Primary Bedroom Ensuite

Shared Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mala Hale: Elegant Gardenview Home w/Spa, AC, & Serene Lanai w/BBQ - Mala Hale

Nestled in the heart of Princeville on Kauai’s North Shore, Mala Hale is a spacious three-bedroom retreat designed for relaxation, connection, and a true sense of island life. With vaulted ceilings, lush garden and mountain views, and inviting outdoor living spaces, this single-level home offers comfort and style just minutes from beaches, golf, and the charm of Hanalei.

What You’ll Love About Mala Hale
* Open-concept living room with soaring ceilings and wide windows framing tropical gardens
* Upgraded kitchen with stainless steel appliances and bar seating
* Primary suite with private hot tub courtyard and walk-in closet
* Covered lanai for outdoor dining, morning coffee, or evening cocktails
* Central AC, TVs in every bedroom, free Wi-Fi, and washer/dryer
* Prime Princeville location near beaches, golf, shopping, and dining

Living & Dining
The airy living room sets the tone with vaulted white-beamed ceilings, tile floors, and a wall of windows bringing in the surrounding greenery. Stylishly furnished with plush seating and a smart TV, it’s the perfect place to gather. The adjacent dining area seats six comfortably beneath a modern chandelier, while sliding doors open to the lanai for breezy indoor-outdoor living.

Chef-Ready Kitchen
Home chefs will love the bright, fully equipped kitchen. Stainless steel appliances, a spacious island with bar seating, and generous counter space make meal prep effortless. Floor-to-ceiling windows keep the space sunlit, with leafy garden views from every angle.

Outdoor Oasis
Step outside to your covered lanai and private garden yard. Furnished for lounging and dining, it’s an ideal setting for a relaxed breakfast, a barbecue dinner, or unwinding after a day exploring the island. The tropical landscaping surrounds you with color, fragrance, and birdsong.

Sleeping Quarters
* Primary Suite – King bed, split AC, sitting area with TV and couch, walk-in closet, ensuite bath with soaking tub and shower, private courtyard with hot tub
* Bedroom 2 – King bed, split AC, TV
* Bedroom 3 – Queen bed, split AC, sliding glass door to patio
* Shared Bathroom – Tile shower

Extras
* Washer and dryer
* Beach gear including chairs, towels, cooler, and umbrella
* Essentials like shampoo, linens, and hair dryer
* Entertainment with cable and smart TVs, plus a DVD player
* Family-friendly single-level layout with ceiling fans
* Ample natural light and tropical garden setting

Nearby
Walk to Puu Poa Beach and Hideaways Beach, two of the North Shore’s most scenic shoreline spots. The Princeville Makai Golf Course, jogging path, restaurants, and shopping center are all within easy reach. A short drive brings you to Hanalei and Kilauea, where you can surf, kayak the Hanalei River, shop local boutiques, or visit Kilauea Lighthouse.

Good to Know
* Please note, stays of 12+ nights require a mandatory mid-stay cleaning; stays of 21+ nights require two mid-stay cleanings. These fees are in addition to the departure cleaning fee. During winter months, gnats are naturally more common in lush areas; keeping doors closed and using screens helps minimize their presence.
* Hawaii State Tax ID: TA-106-410-9056-01
* TMK: 540170540000

Reserve your dates now and enjoy the comfort, beauty, and easygoing charm of Mala Hale on Kauai’s North Shore.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Princeville

Princeville is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast State Park. Island Sails and Princeville Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Princeville, HI

What's nearby

  • Princeville Makai Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Princeville Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sealodge Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Princeville Golf Club Prince Course - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Hideaways Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanalei Poke - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Happy Talk Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mala Hale: Elegant Gardenview Home w/Spa, AC, & Serene Lanai w/BBQ - Mala Hale pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mala Hale: Elegant Gardenview Home w/Spa, AC, & Serene Lanai w/BBQ - Mala Hale?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mala Hale: Elegant Gardenview Home w/Spa, AC, & Serene Lanai w/BBQ - Mala Hale?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mala Hale: Elegant Gardenview Home w/Spa, AC, & Serene Lanai w/BBQ - Mala Hale located?

Situated in Princeville, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Princeville Center and Hanalei Valley Lookout. Island Sails and Princeville Makai Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, our second stay. Well equipped for cooking and adventures. Comfortable rooms, beds, etc. Backyard is a tropical paradise.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and clean, a tropical paradise!

The backyard was so beautiful, we grounded and stretched out there every morning! The furniture was nice and comfortable, the beds were comfortable, and we loved the indoor/outdoor aspect of the lanai and primary bedroom/bathroom. We would 100 stay here again, and plan to very soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short vacation

Quiet place away from the hustle and bustle on the south side of the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kauai Vibes

Great time/Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home

Amazing landscape in back yard. Great plac
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carmen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Princeville 2024

This home was wonderful. Well appointed, nicely furnished and beautiful backyard! All the beds were comfortable and we had everything we needed! Wonderful stay! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Garden island paradise

I was so happy that the house lived up to the photos. Very clean, comfortable for 5 adults. Quiet neighborhood. April was very helpful and encouraged us to reach out whenever we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful garden home

Great house with all of the amenities you need. Private and lush back yard. Very clean, comfy beds, indoor-outdoor feel. Very airy and bright. The property manager was super responsive and helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mala Hale

Excellent house, with gorgeous backyard.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

My husband, teenage son, and I all loved this house. It was the perfect home base for our Kauai trip. Everything we needed was stocked including goggles, towels, a cooler etc. We loved riding the bikes through the beautiful and peaceful neighborhood. The garden is just as beautiful as the photos. 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful stay we’ll be returning for!!

Mala Hale was absolutely perfect!! Yen was super easy to communicate with and really friendly. We felt really at home, with everything being sparkling clean, working, and simply beautiful. The AC units worked great and kept us cool while we slept. The jacuzzi was hot and clean. We loved reading and doing puzzles in the screened in lanai with our morning coffee. Usually we stay with friends or family while we’re on island but we brought people this time so we needed a place and it was honestly so lovely that we’ll probably book again even if it’s just two of us! Super grateful for the whole experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lush, serene and comfortable

Nice neighborhood and beautiful tropical backyard. Spent most of our time on the screened-in lanai. Spacious for a family of four. Well-supplied kitchen. Open air feel. Very close to the Princeville Center, which has a grocery store, shops and a few restaurants. Close proximity (5-7 minute drive) to Hideaways, Secret Beach, Queen's Bath, Anini Beach and Hanalei. No A/C, which is common in Kauai, but when we stayed in mid-late June, it was fairly uncomfortable, even with the ceiling and floor fans going. Property would benefit from labeled light switches and fan controls, as well as ottomans/footstools for the outdoor lanai. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K., Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An oasis within an oasis

Traveling with my wife, my parents, and my two pre-teen kids (7 and 12), we felt immediately at home when we dropped our bags on our way in from the airport. The house was a 40 minute drive from the airport through easy traffic with plenty of scenery. The house is nestled within a street of pretty but non-descript homes, opens up into a spacious and airy interior, accessing a beautiful and secluded back garden. The family areas include a large room which includes a tv lounge area, large kitchen with barstool area, formal dining room, and screen porch (lanai). The garage is well lit and surprisingly clean, and we found plenty of beach gear, washer and dryer, and even several bicycles ready to ride around the slow-paced and comfortable neighborhood. The bedrooms were lovely, though there is definitely a master bedroom (huge space, complete with a large closet, sitting area, private bathroom with a large vanity, and a glassed-in outdoor area with a hot tub) and two normal bedrooms (small closets, shared bathroom). Throughout our 7 days in Kauai, this home was a perfect base for us, with a space for everyone to do their own thing - napping, reading, drawing, cooking - or to join together for a meal or a game. We didn't use the TVs almost at all, though when we did, we noticed they had netflix setup already. The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, utensils, a few spices, and a variety of devices in a closet off of the dining room (toasters, griddles, blenders, etc), and the well stocked nearby grocery store is only a 3 minute drive or 10 minute walk from the house. We didn't cook every meal here, but we make a few breakfasts, used the outdoor bbq to make seared ahi steaks one night and chicken another night, and prepped beach picnics most days. From this location, we weren't an easy walk to a beach (that we could find anyway), but were certainly an easy drive to several, including just a 10 minute drive down into Hanalei. We recommend going to the nearby lighthouse, which was a highlight for all of us, along with the mini-golf near the lighthouse. Speaking of golf, I was worried about seeing the big golf courses all around the house, but you would almost never know they were even there unless you go looking for them - the greens are so separated from the neighborhoods. Instead, the lush back garden with high planted walls, pathways, and statuary makes you feel like you're totally secluded without anyone nearby. Loved this place and will be back
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

We loved our stay here! Perfect location to get to anything on the north shore, but still quiet and restful.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, garden home (Mala Hale)

Very spacious house, well equipped, beautiful garden and a great North Shore location! Our host was fantastic about getting back to us, even with odd questions, and very accommodating. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

DAZZLING GARDENS!

Terrific accommodations! Great location. Super comfortable and clean. Dazzling gardens. Lots of amenities: bikes, beach chairs, snorkels, etc. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Garden home on garden isle

Wonderfully maintained home centrally located to major North Shore spots. Lanai looking out to garden is the perfect place to enjoy coffee and drinks. Also, go sit out in the garden with the one you love with a perfect view of Na'Pali waterfalls. All amenities provided for guests to adventure outdoors. Worth every penny.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

simeon e., fort bragg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot, perfectly located in Princeville.

Lovely garden, very clean. Master suite is nice and spacious. Really like the indoor / outdoor shower and hot tub.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia L.

Beautiful House!

My husband and I stayed here during our wedding and honeymoon in Kauai! This was the perfect house to hang out with family, since it was a nice open floor plan and nicely updated! The master bedroom was amazing and the indoor/outdoor shower that connects to the hot tub was our favorite part. The backyard of the house is absolutely beautiful with gorgeous landscaping.! Highly recommend staying at this property ! Also, the property manager Yen, was so helpful and accommodating to our needs, we needed to extend our trip by a couple of days and she made it so easy! Loved this place and will definitely be coming back here again!
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2019

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