ResortQuest at Poipu Kai - detailed hotel review and pictures (former Aston at Poipu Kai Resort)    Table of Contents: 1. Location - In Poipu, near two beaches 2. Rooms - Which rooms have the best view? 3. Restaurants - See 5 reviews 4. Things to do - Read about beach activities, pools and on-site facilities 5. Rates - How you can get a good deal 6. Have you stayed at ResortQuest at Poipu Kai before? - Share your thoughts! 7. Not sure if this condo is right for you? - Consider comparable condos
1. Location    ResortQuest at Poipu Kai (former Aston at Poipu Kai Resort) is located on the South Shore, known as the "sunny side" of the island. It is spread on 70 acres of lush tropical gardens, bordered by 2 beautiful sandy beaches, Brennecke's and Shipwreck Beach.    Half-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 away. 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.    Lihue Airport is 14 miles away. 2. Rooms    1-, 2- and 3-bedroom condos at ResortQuest at Poipu Kai have spacious and airy interiors custom furnished with island-style furniture.    If you are looking for a great view, book an ocean view condo which will sit on the side of a gently sloping hill, about 200 yards from the Shipwreck Beach. The views from lanai are breathtaking! Leave the lanai door open at night and fall asleep to the sound of waves. Each condo features: Ceiling fans (no a/c) Large private lanai Full kitchen with microwave Color cable TV and VCR Washer/dryer Bathtub/shower Iron and board Hair dryer In-room safe Daily maid service     3. Restaurants    ResortQuest at Poipu Kai (also known as Aston at Poipu Kai Resort) has one restaurant on site, and quite a few restaurants and cafes located within 1-2 miles from the condo. Here are our 5 favorite places:    1) Poipu Beach Broiler – on site    This restaurant is a perfect blend of casual, island-style fun and good. Come in, kick off your flip-flops and relax on the open-air veranda with Polynesian thatched roofs, just steps away from the ocean. You will find a tempting salad bar, succulent broiled steaks, fish and chicken, all at affordable prices.    Poipu Beach Broiler is a great place to be during Happy Hour, 2-5pm. All well drinks, house wine, mai tai's and margaritas are only $3.50, domestic beers $2.00. Plus you get 50% off bar menu pupus (appetizers).      2) Naniwa Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar - 0.3 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.      3) Shells Steak & Seafood Restaurant - 0.3 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.      4) Tidepools - 0.4 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.      5) Ilima Terrace - 0.4 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    A nice walkway leads from ResortQuest at Poipu Kai to Brennecke's and Shipwreck Beaches that are right next to the resort. Both are great places to just lie in the sun, tan, and dip your body into the water to cool off. The waves get pretty big, so surfing is good, but swiming or snorkeling are not.    To snorkel, you will have to walk to the other side of Poipu Beach, which is a couple of blocks away. It is very nice, with calm water and beautiful reefs. Other facilities include: 7 swimming pools and 2 hot tubs spread around the property 9 tennis courts ($5/day) Walking/jogging path Picnic area with gas BBQs and tables Championship golf nearby Activity desk Free parking	Entrance to ResortQuest at Poipu Kai: Grounds: Building: Living room: Kitchen: Lanai: Bathroom: Poipu Beach Broiler Restaurant (2 pictures): Tidepools Restaurant nearby at Hyatt Kauai: Pool (3 pictures): Tennis:
5. Rates Save $79-$162 per night when you book our wholesale rate, plus get a 5th night free.      Our rates are lower than Travelocity, Expedia and Orbitz.      Check rates and availability here! 6. Have you stayed at ResortQuest at Poipu Kai before? Share your thoughts!    Email us your comments about ResortQuest at Poipu Kai (former Aston at Poipu Kai Resort) 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 ResortQuest at Poipu Kai?            7. Not sure if this condo is right for you? Consider comparable condos    Here are the links to similar condos: Makahuena Resort at Poipu (3 stars, South Shore) and Marc Pono Kai (3 stars, East 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.