Apartment

Cottage 1B Kepuhi Beach Resort Molokai- Awesome Ocean Views from Lovely Cottage

Photo gallery for Cottage 1B Kepuhi Beach Resort Molokai- Awesome Ocean Views from Lovely Cottage

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A tropical resort with a thatched-roof building, surrounded by palm trees and various tropical plants.
A room with a view of the ocean, a wooden staircase, and a seating area with a patterned cushion.
A covered outdoor area with a view of the ocean, palm trees, and a patio with a table and chairs.
An aerial view of a coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and surrounding vegetation.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Kepuhi Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Porch or veranda
  • Outdoor pool
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View map
Maunaloa, HI
  • Place, Pohakumauliuli Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kepuhi Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Puʻu o Kaiaka
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hoolehua, HI (MKK-Molokai)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Similar properties

Interior
Kepuhi Beach Resort Condo! Relax at a family condo that sleeps 4 w/ ocean view..
Maunaloa
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
Kepuhi Beach Resort Condo! Relax at a family condo that sleeps 4 w/ ocean view..

About the area

Maunaloa

Located in Maunaloa, this apartment is on the beach. Molokai War Memorial and Ili ili opae Heiau are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Coffees of Hawaii Plantation Store and Molokaʻi Museum & Cultural Center. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
View more Apartments in MaunaloaOpens in a new window
Map
Maunaloa, HI

What's nearby

  • Pohakumauliuli Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kepuhi Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Puʻu o Kaiaka - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Papohaku Beach - 11 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Molokai Harbor - 37 min drive - 40.9 km

Getting around

  • Hoolehua, HI (MKK-Molokai) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Poipu Tropical Burgers
  • Olympic Cafe
  • Feral Pig
  • The Hanalei Gourmet
  • ‪Babs Molokai Lanai - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Cottage 1B Kepuhi Beach Resort Molokai- Awesome Ocean Views from Lovely Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cottage 1B Kepuhi Beach Resort Molokai- Awesome Ocean Views from Lovely Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage 1B Kepuhi Beach Resort Molokai- Awesome Ocean Views from Lovely Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage 1B Kepuhi Beach Resort Molokai- Awesome Ocean Views from Lovely Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage 1B Kepuhi Beach Resort Molokai- Awesome Ocean Views from Lovely Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage 1B Kepuhi Beach Resort Molokai- Awesome Ocean Views from Lovely Cottage located?

Nestled on the beach, this Maunaloa apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Puʻu o Kaiaka, Pohakumauliuli Beach and Kepuhi Beach. Kawakiu Beach is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kepuhui 1B best cottage

Excellent return stay
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thank you for coming back to Molokai and our cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Cottage

We LOVED our stay at Kepuhi ! Sad to leave but we WILL be back! Mahalo!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2022
Thank you for staying and so glad you loved it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

It is a wonderful house with everything we needed. The view at the ocean is beautiful especially during sunset. Also the place is very quiet which was perfect to relax. We would come back !
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2024
Thank you Soren! Happy to hear that you appreciated the lovely setting for your vacation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best place on the island

This was our second time staying in this cottage over five years. We absolutely love it. The owners take great care of it. We think it has the nicest view. 100% recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2021
Thank you for choosing to come back to lovely Molokai, for staying with us again, and for your complimentary review of our cottage! We take very good care of it and appreciate your recognition of this. come back soon! Mahalo!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Calm and with pretty sunsets

The house was equipped with everything we needed, there even were a new washing machine and dryer including detergent. The best thing was to see and hear the ocean so close by. The beach resort around it is mostly run down, but the cottage is a jewel within. There even was a pool and a small store in the vicinity. For our family of 4 it was the perfect getaway on this lovely quiet island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022
So glad you enjoyed your long awaited stay on Molokai! Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best condo in Kaluakoi

We luv staying at Kathy’s condo in Kaluakoi! The condo is located on the oceanfront with stunning 180 degree vistas over the beach , a 2 minute walk to the ocean’s edge & an easy stroll to the pool & convenient general store. The condo itself is clean & beautifully appointed with comfortable beds for four, a spacious lounge area & a functional kitchen & bathroom. Kathy is responsive with booking related questions & provides adequate information & communication to ensure that your stay in the condo is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2024
Mahalo Alex!!! We appreciate you and your women’s racing team and the love you share for Molokai!! Kathy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Returning customer!!

I’ve been renting this property annually for years now. I always return because it never disappoints. To my wonderful surprise it seems that they did a bunch of renovations that only makes the stay more enjoyable. I will definately be returning again next year and for many more years to come.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2021
Thank you Grant! We appreciate you being a faithful returning guest who takes good care when you stay! We are always working on improvements there and glad you enjoy them! Mahalo, Kathy
Verified review

8/10 Good

Absolutley the best cottage on the west side

This is going to be my go to cottage every year when visiting Molokai. The inside is perfectly furnished with a total of 3 beds to sleep on. Restrooms were clean and available washers and dryer to clean your clothes. The kitchen was well stocked with common goods and items. A very important part of the cottage that I enjoyed was something that most people don't think here on Molokai. During the day its gets hot there on Molokai, the patio stays fully shaded the whole day and the trades winds blow straight on there. It has a beautiful view from the patio of the ocean and the surf break. I would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone visiting this beautiful island.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your staying with us and come back soon! We treasure our lanai views, the breezes and our beautiful Molokai cottage! Mahalo for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Oceanside condo

Fantastic oceanfront condo on Molokai. Perfect amenities. Complete with ice packs, cooler bags, beach chairs, towels. Lanai had great views and nice patio furniture. Washer and dryer were very handy. Adequate amount of fans and windows that open to get air flow. We loved our stay and couldn’t have asked for a better vacation spot. Access to pool and several beaches. We could see surfers and axis deer and turkeys daily. The area used to be a fully functional resort but now many buildings are vacant and forlorn looking. However there is still some activity but minimal tourists. Great secluded place with a general store within walking distance by the pool if you forgot any basic essentials.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the wildlife highlights, oceanfront setting, and Kepuhi laidback spot!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location to get away from it ALL.

First of all I've been coming back every year for many years now to this rental and there is reason for this. From the check in to check out everything was just as expected. Home was clean and stocked. All supplies and aplliances that we needed was availible. Beds were clean and confortable, bathrooms were clean also. A big plus was the afternoon shade. The patio is always in the shade even during the mid afternoon sun. Its always cool and the trade winds were there to help. Do I recommend this property for rent? Yes. Will I be back next year? Yes
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for coming to stay with us each year! We appreciate your care for our cottage and love for Molokai!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

The view is to die for

It’s a lovely cottage and is well supplied, however, the cottage needed to be cleaned. There was dust as well as lots of dead bugs on most of the tables. Also, even though there was usually a wonderful breeze, we weren’t able to take advantage of it to cool the house because most of the doors leading out to the lanai were either painted shut (exterior doors) or didn’t work (the bottom rows of windows) which made for some uncomfortable days. Despite the issues above, my husband, daughter and I had a good time. Probably the one most exciting thing we found was that the old building down on the beach that blocked the views was gone!! We had heard that it was supposed to be demolished at some point but we couldn’t find any info that it was gone. Now the cottages have unobstructed views of the ocean. Game changer! Kathy, all the renovation work you had done was lovely. Molly
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2022
Very sorry hear that. We strive to do a last minute sweep up after a bug spray and wind event. Our cottage flow through ventilation usually works quite well if upper kitchen louvers and interior doors are open, since there are some screens on the lower lanai doors. The plexiglass in some of the lower lanai areas has done a great job keeping the pesky rodents out but does cut down on some of the flow through air. This fall has been quite warm.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Some Ups and Downs

We recently stayed at this unit after a week long wedding event in Kauai. We have been to the islands many time but never to Molokai. While I had read previous reviews of the "vacant" buildings nearby, I was unprepared to actually see just how dilapidated these buildings are. It was dark when we arrived so I'll touch on these later. There is a small parking area and a short path to get to this unit. There is a rusted, run down fence around this area. But knowing that we would be close to the beach, we forged on. Once inside the unit we had to deal with a large island roach crawling up the living room wall and another scurrying around inside the shower stall. Once my husband took care of them, he then had to deal with a rodent that was sitting on the mat in the living room. I get it, there are island bugs etc...but in all of my years of visiting, I've never had to deal with this problem. We were provided with a local contact person in case we had any problems etc.... I texted this woman the next day to report what we had to deal with the night before. She responded that she hopes we do not have any more of these "yucky moments". Now that it was daylight, we were now able to take in our surrounding area. The beach is to the right of this unit and the water view is great. However, there is an abandoned two-unit structure in front of our unit. This unit sits right on the beach and the deck has fallen onto the beach. There is graffiti on the building and rotted boards over the windows etc... There are several other abandoned buildings surrounding our unit as well. One is quite large with many units that sits behind this unit. It is unsettling at night when you return and you see these buildings completely dark and looming. It's like being in episode of "Lost". I've read the owner "Kathy's" response to other reviewers about these buildings. She does a great job of deflecting and denying that this is as severe as it is. I have no agenda not to tell the truth so future renters, make your own choice. I will say that the unit itself is quite nice. It has a well equipped kitchen etc... There are sliding doors in the bedroom area but they cannot be opened. There is a sign that says this is for "safety" and to "keep rodents out". This whole area was owned by a hotel chain. There are other abandoned buildings on the property including a restaurant, clubhouse and other units. Sorry to say we would not rent here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for staying at our cottage. We understand that our piece of Hawaiian paradise is not for everyone. Molokai is a more adventurous island, and while that is what attracts many people to it in the first place, it has some downsides. We are a single-unit owner within a resort. Our homeowners association works hard to keep the active parts of the resort looking safe and landscaped nicely, but the association does not own the empty buildings and fencing. Your complaints are valid, and rest assured we battle with those owners constantly to upgrade and maintain areas not in use. Despite there being some abandoned buildings, all areas that our guests interact with are well cared for. You may walk past an old building, or an old fence. The old surf shack is awaiting permit to be taken down. It has a long history of being a gathering place for the native Hawaiians to enjoy the beach, surfing and picnicking. We love watching the surfers and have met many wonderful people on the beach. That being said, most of our renters (as evident by our other outstanding reviews) can see beyond the imperfections to the beautiful vast ocean view, the amazing proximity to the beach and lovely sounds of the surf, and very much enjoy their stay. We do apologize for the mouse. The resort has an open-air design and because we cannot make changes to the external structure of our cottage, we do make great efforts to critter-proof our cottage. This is the only mouse sighting this year, and when our unit is not occupied, we set traps out. We do an annual check for entry holes and seal them when we live there for several months each year. With regards to the bedroom lanai door, it is locked for the very reason of keeping those unwanted critters out of the cottage, and we have had problems with renters consistently leaving those doors open in the past. As for the cockroaches, you'd be hard pressed to stay anywhere on the island of Molokai without running into a couple.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have never stayed at this condo butso happy we did. We had the best timewith the best accommodations. Cottage was conveniently located near the pooland the grills weren’t too far away. We got the trade winds both morning andnight which kept the heat and humiditydown. The cottage was well stocked witheverything we needed to make our stayso enjoyable. We spent a lot of time relaxing on the lanai watching the waves. Also the parking was very convenient.I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone wanting a nice, relaxing time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
Sounds like you enjoyed your stay and all that our cottage offers!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property! Would reserve again

Great location and proximity to the beach! Great view from the back porch and convenient to the pool and store! I would definitely reserve again! And when I locked myself out, the owner sent her cleaner asap to help me get back in! So great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely beachside location

Molokai is not for everyone, but for a chill time on a lively bit of beach, this place is perfect. The kitchen is outfitted better than the average — a good thing since it is 20 minutes to the nearest restaurant. The lenai is perfect and catches the ocean breezes. Bed and sitting area are comfortable. Wi-Fi is reliable. We had a very nice time. The setting is slightly weird in that the surrounding resort is halfway abandoned, but our eyes were definitely focused beachward.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The view!!

Just a lovely cottage. The view and proximity to the beach is very, very hard to find. The cottage has everything you need to include beach chairs and towels so you are in the water on day one. Lots of birds to view and easy walking distance to neighboring beaches. Host was very responsive and communication was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ocean front condo

Beautiful location just steps away from the beach. Prettiest beaches on Molokai but better for surfing than swimming. Nicely appointed accomodations although we were surprised no shampoo was provided. Fortunately there is a little store open in the development which carries most everything renters might need.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Molokai beach cottage.

Our first time to Molokai and we rented and stayed at this cottage. My sister and brother-in-law rented a second condo and we spent all our time together in this cottage. Wow - what a view! Such a wonderful place to relax and enjoy from sunrise to sunset. Well equipped kitchen, a minute to the pool or the beach. Loved every minute spent there and will be back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

Great location to the beach/beaches! Cottage is wonderful and the view is amazing. Seconds from beach and short walk to many more. If a quiet beach vacation is what you are looking for, with the occasional drive into town, this is it.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2021
Thank you for your review, Michael. So glad you found the magical beaches and appreciated the quiet beauty of Molokai from our cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magic on Molokai

My wife and I had a magical experience while staying here and on Molokai. Molokai is not a typical Hawaiian island or tourist destination but if it is your style, stay here!! A little further from town, the privacy of amazing beaches, few people and plenty of natural beauty is worth the drive. While in town, we had great experiences scuba diving, renting bikes and dining out. The owners are great and are very responsive and the home provides all the conveniences that make a stay very relaxing! Good people, great place, amazing memories!! Big thanks and we hope to return again!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2021
Thank you for staying at our cottage! We love hearing that you enjoyed your Molokai experience! Come back soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kepuhi Cottage

This is our absolute favorite place to stay on Molokai. It’s on a quiet corner of the complex with a beautiful view. Close as it gets to the ocean! We were able to fish at night and see & hear the poles from the condo lanai. The home itself is well equipped. Everything we needed was there from cooking gadgets to beach equipment. We lovingly call the view from the living room, bedroom and lanai the Surf Channel and could sit and watch all day long. Left feeling blissed out and relaxed. I highly recommend this cottage to anyone seeking a little slice of paradise at the Kepuhi Beach Resort.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2021
Thank you for your stay with us! It sounds like it was a perfect place for your family! The views are The Surf Channel!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amaaaazing location and views!!

This was our first trip to Molokai and our very best Hawaiian vacation ever after having visited all of the other islands multiple times. It simply defies belief that there is a place this beautiful that is not overcrowded! We chose to take in a few of the islands activities like snorkeling, a culture hike, sea kayaking, and boating to the inaccessible north side of the island. But honestly it was difficult to make the choice to leave the beautiful shady lanai with the sound of breaking waves and incredible sunrise and sunset views. There are stunning beaches to walk and swim in just in front of the house but also to the north and south of the location. There is a small store on site that will cover almost any need in pinch, and a lovely pool with swaying palms and a view of the ocean. You will have all this to share with only a handful of other people. It was heaven for us! But if you are looking for high end shopping, restaurants, and luxurious marble swathed lobbies, this is not your place. It is remote, and shares the same grounds as an old Sheraton that was shut down long ago. But the cottage itself is well appointed in terms of kitchen gear and art, and was very homey and comfortable for the three of us. We are already planning our next trip back as I am not sure I want to stay anywhere else in Hawaii.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2021
So glad you loved your stay at our cottage and on beautiful Molokai! You had some wonderful adventures that really highlight the magic of Molokai. We would love to have you come back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Enjoyed Our Stay

After a little hiccup getting the correct access code to get in, we enjoyed our time at this location. The property manager was very helpful and responded when things came up. My family surfs and Kepuhi beach was breaking the week we’re there so that was perfect for us. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best view on the island

Loved that the cottage is a 30 second walk to the surfing beach. The large lanai was the best place to watch the waves. Very private, comfortable and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you Lisa! Glad you enjoyed our piece of paradise! Kathy
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Special place away from it all

Having been to the Hawaiian islands 7 times, we were ready to explore the path less traveled and we're glad we did. The cottage has a great Hawaiian feel with lots of island style decor, is very well appointed with anything you'd need and the ocean view is fantastic. (There was an temporary orange safety fence visable from the lanai. I think it is around the area where a building was recently removed and they are trying to grow grass now). The areas in the front and back are well manicured, inviting and well lit at night Our favorite spot was the lanai and it's better than the picture shows since the tile floor was installed. Inside is airy and breezy. There is no air conditioning. Yes, it would've been nice but the breezes and fans made it ok. Sleeping was no problem. (Electricity is very expensive in Hawaii and we were outdoors at the warmer times anyway). The beach is really amazing although the water may be a little rough for some swimmers. We did enjoy some fantastic days there - cooler and beach chairs provided! The pool area is great also. There were times where we had it all to ourselves and the ocean views from there were second to none. We especially enjoyed walking the grounds around sunset. As for the overall resort: yes, there are numerous abandoned buildings and lots of the windows are boarded or are dirty (ocean mist + dust + breezes), there were some visible pieces of heavy equipment (backhoe, skid steer) on site. There is a general store on site, which we were thankful for, that sells basic groceries (no alcohol) and souveniers. During the daytime, we always saw groundskeeping and maintainance so the areas were being kept. My review is for the cottage itself which is truly a special place, and for my experience with the owner/manager - excellent communication and fast to respond to any concerns. Do your research and if you want to get away from it all and enjoy a peaceful Hawaiian experience, I definitely recommend this cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback