Marriott's Waiohai Beach Club

Updated from 2020 & 2022

All below still true. Only new issue I have currently is that it is getting harder and harder to reserve weeks we want. Tried to book Christmas week 2024 and was a disaster! Had to book only concurrent weeks available prior to Christmas. Can't use as granddaughter still in school on dates could get. Called Marriott at start of business but on hold for 30 minutes and was too late to get what we wanted.

One of the original pre-construction owners in 2003 and with exception of 2013 when a family emergency arose and COVID restrictions 2020-2021, have been every year since. Daughter married on Kaua'i in 2011 and some relatives and guests stayed elsewhere and commented they wished they had been able to book their stay at Waiohai.

Upgrades and complete makeover of interiors, furniture etc. are generally done on a 5-year rotation and really first class. Sure local five star hotels may have more stunning amenities but then it's only a hotel room. All the villas have capacity of up to 8 people, have a full kitchen. We rarely eat out during our stay except for when on the road exploring favorite locations North, South, East and West of the island.

Safeway near Puhi and Costco are convenient although Sueoka's in Koloa is our go to for some local items. Loco Moco plates and bowls at take out section of market always my first stop on way to Waiohai.

Staff is always courteous and makes you feel a part of Ohana (family). I've seen complaints about renters not getting same preference as owners but guests of ours in another Villa came earlier than we did and got same considerations for villa preference. They actually got location better that we did. My Granddaughter is especially pleased that Ms. Delia remembers her from the previous years.

Last visit 2022 and was put way in back of property but they were able to transfer to a better location the next day. My only gripe is that despite have been an owner since 2003 the Destination Club members arriving at mid week etc. sometimes get the best locations.

This is a family resort on a quiet island with happy people and the true Hawaiian experience. If you like noise/night life go to Maui, if miss freeways/high rises/crowds go to Oahu, Big Island (Hawaii) OK for visiting volcanoes once. Been to all of the listed islands and have their own charms and interests but I'll take Kaua'i and Waiohai every time.

Mahalo!

We have been to Hawaii 8 times and Kauai is our favorite island. Poipu is our favorite beach and Marriott’s Waiohai is set on the most beautiful section of the beach. The resort is close to great shopping and restaurants. The Beach House, at sunset, is our favorite. For an inexpensive meal, go across the street and get a Puka Dog! You will love this resort, the staff and the location.