Castle Makahuena Resort at Poipu - detailed hotel review and pictures    Table of Contents: 1. Location - On a black-rock beach in Poipu 2. Rooms - Which rooms have the best view? 3. Restaurants - See 4 reviews 4. Things to do - Read about beach activities and on-site facilities 5. Rates - How you can get a good deal 6. Have you stayed at Castle Makahuena Resort at Poipu before? - Share your thoughts! 7. Not sure if this condo is right for you? - Consider comparable condos
1. Location    Makahuena at Poipu is on the southernmost point of Kauai. It sits on the bluff above the rocky shoreline close to the center of Poipu. You will enjoy some of the most dramatic ocean vistas in Poipu.    One mile away is the Poipu Shopping Village, a lovely open-air island-style mall with shops and restaurants nestled in the middle of the gardens. It is a very safe area, so if you are traveling with teens, they can go to the shopping center on their own.    Historic Koloa Town is a few minutes drive from Makahuena. It is a very charming place where you can see ruins of Kauai's first sugar plantation and some of the oldest buildings in Hawaii. Each building has its own story, for example, one of them was Kauai's first hotel where traveling salesmen stayed over 100 years ago.    The town has a few local shops, grocery store where you can get fresh island fruit, vegetables and meat, and some restaurants. 2. Rooms    You condo will be really large and airy, with huge windows and vaulted ceilings.    Splurge for an oceanfront condo if you can - you will be rewarded with breathtaking ocean views from the master bedroom and living room, and lanai that is just a few feet from the water. You will be able to watch both sunrise and sunset from the lanai! Each condo features: No a/c, only ceiling fans (you will still feel comfortable because on cooling tradewinds) Large private lanai Fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, oven, coffee maker, toaster) Color cable TV and VCR Shower/tub Washer/dryer Iron and board Daily maid service All units are nonsmoking     3. Restaurants    There are quite a few restaurants and cafes located within 1-2 miles from the condo. Here are our 4 favorite places:    1) Naniwa Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar - 1.1 miles away, at Sheraton Kauai    When you step through the "noren" graced doorway, you will feel like you are in Japan. Their menu of exotic and artistic culinary treats is amazing.    Chef Mizuno prepares to order favorite and extraordinary sushi from the Island's prime selection of fresh seafood and specialties air shipped daily from Japan. Savor the flavors of such traditional Japanese cuisine as tempura, sashimi, miso soup and Donburi.    Whether you choose one of the many sushi or a Soft Shell Crab Salad, or the Otsukuri Dinner (seven varieties of the Chef's daily seafood selection), your palate and your soul will be satiated from the journey.    Open for dinner nightly from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m.      2) Shells Steak & Seafood Restaurant - 1.1 miles away, at Sheraton Kauai    This restaurant has one of the best oceanfront settings on the island. Executive Chef, Steven Falsetti, is known for his expertise in combining flavors of the Pacific with fresh island produce and herbs along with traditional side dishes and desserts.    The expansive a'la carte menu offers a wide selection of the tenderest and juiciest cuts of prime steak found anywhere, prepared with the freshest herbs, spices and vegetables on Kauai. If you feel like see food, try some of Hawaii's favorite fish, caught daily off the coast of Kauai and prepared to order.    Friday Night Seafood Buffet at Shells is popular among visitors and locals because of the abundant variety of seafood.    Shells' is also the main dining room for breakfast. Kids eat free with a paying adult, at both breakfast and dinner.    Breakfast hours are 6:30 to 10:30 a.m.    Dinner is served from 6:00 until 9:30 p.m. nightly.      3) Tidepools - 1.8 miles away, at Hyatt Kauai    Hyatt's most romantic and unique restaurant! It is set up in grass-thatched huts nestled amidst flowing waterfalls and koi fish lagoons. Make sure to request a table next to the water so you can enjoy the view. Food is excellent, especially grilled fresh fish and steaks.    Open for dinner 6pm-10pm, lounge open 5:30pm-10pm.      4) Ilima Terrace - 1.8 miles away, at Hyatt Kauai    Tropical gardens, lagoons filled with brightly colored fish and rare must swans surround Ilima’s open-air dining area. This restaurant features breakfast buffet, lunch and theme dinner buffet.    Breakfast includes everything you could possibly want: eggs, pancakes, toast, bacon, sausage, variety of cereals, miso soup, rice, fruit, juices and milk.    Lunch menu includes crisp garden salads, specialty pizzas, mouth-watering sandwiches, or the fresh catch of the day.    Stop by on Sunday for the lavish Champagne Brunch Buffet (6am-11am) that features made-to-order omelets, sushi bar and pasta station.    Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 4. Things to do Beach activities    Swimming in front of the condo is not possible because of the rocks, but Kauai's best swimming beaches are nearby. Shipwreck Beach is a few blocks to the east, and Brennecke's and Poipu Beaches are a few blocks to the west. This short walk along the coastline is breathtaking. On-site facilities include: Oceanfront swimming pool with sun deck and jacuzzi Private lava-rock barbecue area Free tennis courts Poipu Bay Golf Course is 1/2 mile away Free parking	Castle Makahuena Resort at Poipu:   Oceanfront building (2 pictures):     Living room in oceanfront condo:   Kitchen:   Bedroom in oceanfront condo:   Tidepools Restaurant nearby at Hyatt Kauai:   Poipu Beach is a short walk away:
5. Rates Save $33-$74 per night when you book our wholesale rate, plus get a 7th night free.      Our rates are lower than Travelocity, Expedia and Orbitz.      Check rates and availability here! 6. Have you stayed at Castle Makahuena Resort at Poipu before? Share your thoughts!    Email us your comments about Castle Makahuena Resort at Poipu and we'll post them on this page!    Note: Your contact information will be kept strictly confidential.    We respect your privacy and we'll never sell or misuse your email address.    Your email:    Your name:    How did you like your stay at Castle Makahuena Resort at Poipu?            7. Not sure if this condo is right for you? Consider comparable condos    Here are the links to similar condos: ResortQuest Poipu Kai (3 stars, South Shore), Kaha Lani (3 stars, South Shore) and Marc Pali Ke Kua (3 stars, North Shore).    Want to check out other hotels on Kauai? See all 20 hotels and condos. home  |  plan your trip  |  specials  |  faqs  |  about us  |  contact us © 1999-2007 Hawaii Travel Bureau. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms and Conditions.