Poipu Vacation Rentals

Staying in a Poipu, Kauai, vacation home by the sea is the best way to feel like a local. This popular destination offers everything for beach lovers in the setting of an old, Hawaiian plantation town preserved in history. With some of the most amazing beaches in the world, you won't regret staying here.

But what about when you aren't in the water? Poipu offers proximity to ancient Hawaiian cultural activities formerly serving Hawaiian people and even royalty, known as "ali'i" ("ah-lee-ee").

The Kaneiolouma Complex

Located in Poipu is the ancient Hawaiian village Ke Kahua O Kaneiolouma. The complex is 13 acres of ancient history that you can walk to see how a Hawaiian village functioned. In the village are remnants of homes, fishponds and taro fields.

The Hawaiians developed complex irrigation channels above the ground. It is also the location of the only known "Makahiki sporting arena" where Hawaiians held annual lunar festivals and events.

Collecting salt at the Salt Ponds

Many vacation rentals sit on the beach or are mere steps away in traditional Hawaiian plantation homes. Poipu beaches offer great snorkelling and surfing for both experienced and novice surfers. Take a leisurely drive about 30 minutes West of Poipu to the Salt Ponds.

Ancient Hawaiian salt farm ponds were designed for the collection of natural salt. You might get lucky as this is a favourite island spot where the endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal basks. The shoreline is mixed with sand and volcanic rock shelves making it perfect for snorkelling.

Kauai Culinary Market

Cooking at your vacation rental? The Kauai Culinary Market has the freshest island fruits, vegetables, and fish. More than a farmer's market, it holds chef demonstrations where you learn to make your favourite Hawaiian dishes.

Papaya and pineapple are abundant throughout Hawaii. Be bold; try dragon fruit, starfruit or breadfruit. Get a traditional taste of Poipu's plantation diversity.

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