Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the full-service spa, relax by the outdoor pool, or work out at the fitness center.
Dining and Entertainment
Enjoy delectable meals at the on-site restaurant overlooking the pool, sip on drinks at the poolside bar, or opt for room service.
Elegant Accommodations and Convenient Location
Unwind in air-conditioned rooms with high-end amenities, and take advantage of proximity to attractions like Poipu Beach and Moir Gardens.
Immerse yourself in luxury at Ko'a Kea Resort on Po'ipu Beach for a memorable vacation experience.
✦HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS
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Outstanding beach view
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Friendly and helpful staff
At the hotel
Popular amenities
40 listed
24-hour front desk
Assistive listening devices available
ATM/banking
Banquet hall
Beach towels
Braille or raised signage
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
Computer station
Concierge service
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Pools & wellness
Full-service spa
Pool sun loungers
Pool umbrellas
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Dining & drinks
Couples/private dining
Food and water bowls
Fitness & outdoors
Fitness facilities
Golf lessons available nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Terrace
Rooms & comfort
Television in common areas
Safety & cleanliness
Multilingual staff
Getting around & access
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Guest services
Ecotours nearby
Luggage storage
Tours/ticket assistance
Services & essentials
Conference space
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shops or newsstand
Horse riding nearby
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages available
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling on site
Surfing/bodyboarding on site
Wedding services
Ziplining nearby
Review in focus
137 reviews
10/ 10
The beach view was outstanding the room was comfortable we had a fantastic stay. Planning on coming back
Deirdra · 2025-09-28
The guest experience
9.4out of 10 137 verified reviews
Loved most
Outstanding beach view
Friendly and helpful staff
Worth knowing — Restaurant food quality issues
How guests scored the stay
Service9.8
The staff is frequently mentioned as friendly, accommodating, and helpful.
Location9.8
Proximity to beautiful beaches and key event locations noted positively.
Overall Experience9.8
Guests expressed a great time and plans to return, reflecting a positive overall impression.
Cleanliness9.4
The property is described as lovely and clean.
Amenities9.4
Nice pool, beautiful grounds, and good access to nearby attractions.
Room Quality9.3
Comfortable rooms with outstanding views, upgraded to ocean view.
Value for Money9.3
Overall great experience for the price, with several mentions of service quality.
Food and Beverage8.4
While some food options were excellent, one review mentioned the restaurant food was cold.
Live guest feedback
Guest reviews
Consistent
95% of 20 recent stays rated 8+
9.4137 reviews
Guest review
10/10
Deirdra · 2025-09-28
“The beach view was outstanding the room was comfortable we had a fantastic stay. Planning on coming back”
Guest review
10/10
Elena · friends · 2025-09-28
“Fabulous staff great view”
Almost perfect
8/10
Patrick · 2025-09-23
“Overall, our stay at the Ko’a Kea was fabulous. The entire staff were both professional and friendly. The grounds, restaurants, pool and work out facilities were all very nice. I was a little disappointed that our “Ocean View” was only really visible from our patio. In addition, the walkway to the beach is damaged and closed, making easy access difficult. The transportation options are somewhat limited. Still, we had a great time. ”
Guest review
10/10
PHUONG · partner · 2025-09-21
“Just as great as we remembered when we stayed here years ago. Valet dudes were great. Quiet and cozy boutique property. Would come back again. ”
Ko'a Kea on Po'ipu Beach Was Perfect
10/10
Randall Darcy · 2025-09-18
“We chose the Ko'a Kea Resort due to its proximity to the Kauai Half Marathon start and finish locations. But we were soon thrilled with our choice as it was perfect. The welcome on check in and through out our stay was exceptional. The food at the hotel's Red Salt was delicious and well presented. We spent time at the pool and nearby beaches. The pool bar was quick to delivery drinks. We wish we'd been able to stay longer. In fact, we're planning our return visit.”
Guest review
10/10
Daniel · partner · 2025-09-14
“Beach front with great views. Staff was friendly. ”
Stay in paradise
10/10
Brenda · 2025-09-08
“Wonderful property on a beautiful location! Enjoyed everything we took part-in - the room, the grounds, the pool, etc. (did not dine on the property or use the spa). The staff was friendly and helpful. Superb experience.”
Guest review
10/10
Natasha · partner · 2025-08-30
“Perfect base in Kauai. Serene and tranquil. Rent a car and cruise around the island or lounge at the hotel by the pool. Close to poipu beach where the seals and turtles are great snorkeling. Amazing if you’re looking for a small boutique luxury experience. Ideal for couples”
Guest review
10/10
Eric · partner · 2025-08-08
“Our host from the start were very king, accommodating and helpful. The property lovely; it is also close to nearby turtles at night (red light only). Lovely stay. ”
Guest review
10/10
Diana · partner · 2025-08-03
“Nice boutique hotel, small pool, beautiful views. Walkable beach where turtles beach themselves each evening for a rest! Only disappointment was the restaurant. Food was cold and uninspiring. The restaurant also lacked atmosphere.”
Wonderful Resort
10/10
Deborah Van Rhyn · 2025-08-01
“We were upgraded to an ocean view room. Spectacular! Super quiet, comfortable bed, excellent shower and great Nespresso! The staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Had great dinner recommendations from our valet. Walking distance to shopping and eating. Don’t miss a dinner or breakfast at Red Salt. Short drive to other eating and shopping. ”
Guest review
10/10
Guy · partner · 2025-07-27
“Gorgeous grounds, nestled in a nice neighborhood. The Red Salt restaurant is a must try for dinner. ”
Guest review
10/10
Rohan · family · 2025-07-26
“Most friendly staff. Clean rooms with great views. ”
Guest review
10/10
Charles · partner · 2025-07-24
“Best hotel on Po’ipu Beach. ”
Guest review
6/10
Nicholas · partner · 2025-07-19
“We were excited about Koa Kea but left feeling disappointed and short-changed. I visited in 2011 and had a great time, things have certainly changed since being acquired by Pacific Hospitality Group.
Check-in was super friendly and the sunsets are beautiful, with amazing hikes nearby, but everything else felt like a huge cash grab. Rooms are overpriced and ours (a garden view) faced a wooden fence with zero privacy. The furnishings were tired. We had about 5 medium sized cockroaches in our bathroom too.
Extras are charged for almost everything (tho the free sunrise yoga was free and great). There’s an aggressive email marketing system targeting upgrades, valet parking is mandatory at $40+ a day, and even “Luxury” poolside daybeds are extra, supposedly with great service, but we experienced none. In fact, we had to chase down our included fruit plate at the end of the day. Late check out at 1pm is $100, 3pm is $200 extra!
The hotel hosted a free cheese and wine hour with live music which was a nice touch. The external watersports company is great.
There aren’t nearly enough loungers around the pool, especially shaded ones, making it hard to enjoy what little there is in terms of amenities. The food is wildly overpriced — $60 for a burger and drove us to eat offsite.
Koa Kea tries to present itself as a luxury boutique resort, but it doesn’t deliver. We won’t be returning.”
Guest review
10/10
Benjamin · 2025-07-19
“We had an amazing time ”
Guest review
10/10
Jessica · partner · 2025-07-11
“Great property. Will definitely come back!”
Guest review
10/10
Andrew · family · 2025-07-11
“Wonderful property with terrific staff. Highly recommend.”
Pleasant stay
8/10
Verified traveler · 2025-07-09
“The resort was very clean. The room was beautiful and comfortable. The service to the room was extraordinary. The landscaping was lush and gorgeous. However, the resort was not very large. The pool was small and the lounge chairs were always occupied. We barely got a chance to sit poolside. The access to the beach was blocked because of high tide. The food and beverage prices were above what we would like to pay. It seems that most people, including us, went off property for meals. The staff were, friendly, helpful and courteous. The lei greetings and complimentary bottle of wine was a special touch. It would be nice if an alternative, such as a voucher for the gift shop etc.)to the wine was offered, as we are not alcohol drinkers. ”
Guest review
10/10
Kimberley Bannon · family · 2025-07-08
“The food was amazing and the property was right on the water. We walked out each night to see the beautiful sunsets. ”
