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Welcome to Hanalei Happy Place Bungalow!
Tropical Jungle minutes away from the beach
Located in the heart of Hanalei Town
Beautiful touches throughout this wonderful Hanalei home.
Vintage Hawaiian Decor throughout

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Happy Place Bungalow, 2 Min to Beach TVNC#4339

Hanalei Happy Place Bungalow
Permitted Vacation Rental Property - TVNC#4339
Transient vacation rental is located in the tsunami evacuation zone

Charming bungalow studio with jungle views close to the beach!

Nestled between the verdant mountains and golden beaches of Kauai’s North Shore, Hanalei Happy Place Bungalow is a moment’s walk to world-famous Hanalei Bay, with its two miles of sandy beach, crystal clear swimming, surfing and breathtaking waterfall views. It is located in the heart of charming Hanalei town, with its world-class restaurants, art galleries and shopping. Hanalei Happy Place Bungalow has Hawaiian decor and Koa wood floors. This hidden gem is perfect for a picturesque getaway.

For the nights when guests decide to stay in and prepare a home cooked meal, there is a fully equipped kitchen with plenty of space and utensils for food preparation. When it comes time to cozy up at the end of the day, the Bungalow has a queen-size bed, topped with light, airy linens. From the bed, guests have views of the surrounding tropical garden. The Bungalow has air-conditioning, WiFi, cable tv and laundry amenities for convenience.

Hanalei Happy Place Main House is an attached two bedroom home that can be booked in conjunction with this rental. Please note, there are 2 security cameras in public spaces located at the carport entry and at the front door entry, used only for safety and security reasons.

*Note there are two units on the property. Both are vacation rentals. Hanalei Happy Place Bungalow and Hanalei Happy Place Main house.

Why we love Hanalei Happy Place Bungalow:
- Queen bed
- Close to Hanalei Bay and Hanalei Town
- Full Kitchen
- Full bathroom
- Washer/Dryer
- Beach Gear
- Wifi, Cable TV
- Air Conditioning

This rental is professionally managed by Makana Kauai Properties
Property Tax ID: GE-184-552-2432-01, TAT-184-552-2432-01
Permitted Vacation Rental Property - Permit ID: TVNCU #4339
Transient vacation rental is located in the tsunami evacuation. Corresponding evacuation procedures are noted in the registration email

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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

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Property Registration Number GE-184-552-2432-01, TA-184-552-2432-01, 005050104005
Property # 2334001vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hanalei

Located in Hanalei Palms, a neighbourhood in Hanalei, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Na Pali Coast State Park and Hanalei Bay. Island Sails and Princeville Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Hanalei, HI

What's nearby

  • Hanalei Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hanalei Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hanalei Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hanalei River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church & Waiʻoli Mission House - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hanalei Poke - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wishing Well Shave Ice - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wishing Well Coffee & Tea - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tahiti Nui - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kalypso Island Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Place Bungalow, 2 Min to Beach TVNC#4339 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Place Bungalow, 2 Min to Beach TVNC#4339?

As of 19 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Place Bungalow, 2 Min to Beach TVNC#4339 on 25 August 2026 start from NZ$1,661, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Happy Place Bungalow, 2 Min to Beach TVNC#4339?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Place Bungalow, 2 Min to Beach TVNC#4339?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Place Bungalow, 2 Min to Beach TVNC#4339?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Happy Place Bungalow, 2 Min to Beach TVNC#4339 located?

Located in Hanalei Palms, this holiday home is steps away from Hanalei River and Hanalei Beach Park. Hanalei Beach and Hanalei Pier are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance C.

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

Beautiful location

Such an amazing Bungalow!!! We Absolutely loved our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Thank you Lance for the review! We look forward to hosting you again! Makana Kauai Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse K.

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

Beautiful Beachfront Bungalow

Great place, decorated with Hawaiian memorabilia, hear the birds chirp in the morning, watch the sky change colors at dusk. Great location, all the amenities would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the Hawaiian decor, the sounds of nature, the beautiful sunsets, our location, and the amenities. We would love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

c s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Mahalo for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Lovely stay

Perfect spot for a couple, short walk to the beach and very clean. Provided nice beach supplies already packed up in a cart. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2024
Mahalo for the 5-star review! We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan d.

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

Great location

Great location! The property management was very helpful and communicative.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2024
Mahalo for the 5-star review Jan! We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wes O.

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

Great escape

Perfect location between the beach and town. Very walkable. Beach gear was provided by host was a big plus.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We enjoyed hosting you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

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

Wonderful, serene, close to everything

An amazing space. Clean, comfortable, lovely. Within walking distance to the beach and town. We loved the decor and we hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Thank you for the excellent review! We're glad you loved the home and location!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet property. Never an interruption from the attached, but no shared wall, neighbor. Felt very private. Beach is SO close, can walk with a beverage in hand for sunset. Chairs, towels and umbrella provided! The space felt larger than in the photos! Don’t let studio fool you - plenty of space. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Sounds like a wonderful stay! We're so glad you enjoyed it and we hope to host you again! Mahalo for the excellent review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garrick S.

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

One of the best times ive ever had in kauai

This is the best of kauai north shore. I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Wow! Thank you Garrick for your stellar review. We enjoyed hosting you. Return soon.
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10/10 Excellent

john B.

Pilikoa

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: excelloent
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2024
Mahalo for the excellent review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

A Lovely Spot!

We had a terrific time. The location was as perfect - close to the beach and an easy walk to shops & restaurants. Would have given them 5 stars for everything, but internet was down and there wasn’t a backup plan for communicating with them. Everything else was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2025
Aloha Laura, Thank you for the review! We apologize the internet and cell service went down due to the storm. We've already come up with a plan to get information to you in the event something like that ever occurred again. Glad you enjoyed your stay and the location! Mahalo, Makana Kauai Properties
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Best place in Hanalei

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved our stay at Happy Place Bungalow in Hanalei. It was the perfect location for exploring the north shore. Quick and easy access to the beautiful Hanalei Bay beach and a short walk to the great restaurants in town. The property was beautiful and well maintained with all kinds of beach gear to make your trip enjoyable. You will not regret booking here.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2025
Wonderful! We loved hearing that you had a great time. Thank you for being wonderful guests.
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10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Great Space & Perfect Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This bungalow was perfect for two people and so well decorated. Location is unbeatable and the management group was seamless to work with
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2023
Mahalo Adam! We're glad you enjoyed your stay at Hanalei Happy Place. Please return soon!
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10/10 Excellent

john B.

Bungalo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved it
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Glad you loved it Josh! Mahaio for the 5-start review!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Haley W.

Lovely bungalow close to hanalei bay beach and shops!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was perfect, a short walk into town, and a few blocks from the beach. We loved that we didn’t need to drive anywhere once we arrived. The place itself was clean, the hosts were responsive, and it had a comfy bed and the kitchen was great! This was my second time staying with Makana and I will definitely stay with them again.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2024
Mahalo for your review! We loved hearing that you had a great stay on all levels. Please return soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robbie C.

Happy Times

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the happy place bungalow. Can't say enough good things about this place. Lovely charm, great location, extremely comfortable bed...this was the perfect place for our week on the north shore. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2024
Mahalo Robert for your very nice review on our Kauai Vacation Rental. It was a pleasure having you as our guests and enjoyed hearing that you had a great stay. Hope to see you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Just Perfect

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cozy, well laid out so it felt bigger than it was, everything up to date and clean as a whistle. Excellent signage and location and supplies for beach. Easy in/out and great locations, walk to town or beach yet quiet street felt very private.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2024
Thank you for a wonderful review! We enjoyed hosting you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

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

The Beautiful Sounds of Kauai

Located in a residential neighborhood but the feel of an isolated setting. The views from all the windows were of greenery and mountains. We could see a portion of one house across the street. And the sounds from the birds were wonderful. Only a couple of blocks from our favorite beach. Load the wagon with beach chairs, umbrella, and bugey boards.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your time! We love the greenery and mountain views as well. Mahalo for the great review! Makana Kauai Properties
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

In a Happy Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My wife and I recently enjoyed our stay in Hanalei at "Happy place". This is an excellent location and we walked to the beach and town easily several times. This really added to the Hanalei experience that we had not had form past stays further from town. The one room studio was very well appointed, clean and comfortable. The only disappointment was the lack of an outdoor sitting area to enjoy that experience in the mornings/evenings. That could be accommodated by building a small patio behind the bungalow in a grassy area. We brough chairs back there but felt like we were sitting in the owner's backyard (they were never home, so no issue).
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Mahalo for the review and feedback!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lyndon J.

Happy Place in Hanalei

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a very short stay in Hanalei. We had originally planned to stay almost twice as long in a larger location in Dec but when we rescheduled, our stay was shortened as the daily rate had increased greatly. That did result in a bad taste for the property. But the place was sufficient for us two and was clean and convenient to the beach and town. The house is difficult to find in the dark as the street number is not visible from the street. And there was no one available at the emergency number. Overall we enjoyed our stay but thought it was overpriced.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 February 2024
We're grateful for the review Lindy and hope you enjoyed your stay overall. Sorry we couldn't be reached at night when you arrived. Mahalo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Flora K.

Wonderful!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, fun place that has everything you need and more. The bungalow was clean and fresh. The host was terrific above and beyond helpful. The beach gear was a huge bonus..
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay Flora! Thank you for the review and we hope to host you again sometime! Mahalo nui loa, Makana Kauai Properties
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Hanalei is the place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property as described. There was a slow running toilet for which management had arranged to have plumber arrive the first full day of the stay. Minor inconvenience that was repaired well. Cleaners at mid stay were friendly and did excellent work. The property is easy walk to the beach and restaurants. Easy to park a car and get anywhere on the island. I enjoyed being on the north shore which felt less busy than other places, although the restaurants did get busy at typical times. Would stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Thank you for the review Justin! We look forward to hosting you again. Mahalo, Makana Kauai Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Definitely A HAPPY PLACE!!!!

Very comfortable for 2 people. Close walk to both the beach and Hanalei. Owners provide beach chairs, umbrella and buggy to take to the beach. Washer and dryer in the garage too! Cleaning service was provided several times during our longer stay. The only issue is that there is not great outdoor space to hang out at the bungalow. View is fabulous and gardens are gorgeous. Loved our stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Thanks for the review Lisa! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again. Mahalo, Makana Kauai Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2025
Mahalo for your 10/10 review! We enjoyed hosting you.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Yasuhisa

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

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