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House, 3 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space

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4561 Kuamoo Road, Kapaa, HI, 96746-1419
  • Place, Smith's Tropical Paradise
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lae Nani Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Coconut Marketplace
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪10 min drive‬
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  • Garden view
  • 111 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Large Single Beds

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  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Garden view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • River view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio

  • River view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Studio

  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fern Grotto Inn

Riverside cottages with kitchenettes, near Lydgate Beach
Along with free use of bicycles, this cottage has concierge services and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out and a garden. All 9 soundproofed accommodations feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Guests will find kitchenettes with fridges, ovens, stovetops and microwaves.
Fern Grotto Inn offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star cottage has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with Netflix. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Fern Grotto Inn, you're just a quick walk from Wailua Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus concierge services. Built in 1942, this upmarket cottage has 9 cottages. Free WiFi and kitchenettes are available in all cottages.
  • Air-conditioned accommodations with kitchenettes, pillowtop beds and private gardens
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include a concierge and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes complimentary bicycles and kayaking
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Opaekaa Falls Overlook and a few minutes from Lydgate Beach
As a guest of Fern Grotto Inn, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Fern Grotto Inn also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and express check-in. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kapaa cottage.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Walkway to water
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 5 buildings
  • 9 units
  • Built in 1942
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property does not have a front desk. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email before arrival with check-in information and key retrieval information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
Property Registration Number GE-193-000-2432-01, TA-193-000-2432-01, 410040230000

Property is also known as

Fern Grotto Inn Kapaa
Fern Grotto Kapaa
Fern Grotto Inn Kapaa
Fern Grotto Inn Cottage
Fern Grotto Inn Cottage Kapaa

Fern Grotto Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaren

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beautifully kept place. Comfortable. Had everything we needed and then some. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George G

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful cottage with many amenities to include a full kitchen, coffee/filters, kayaks, coolers, beach chairs, beach umbrellas, snorkeling gear, laundry soap, fruit to pick and more. Very clean and comfortable. Beautiful views and direct access to the Wailua River, which leads to Fern Grotto and Secret Falls.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahriar

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great place to stay

The cottage was very clean and comfortable. They had thought of almost everything. Felt like our home.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area, easy parking. Safe, quiet. Adorable room. Very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in CoCo A. Much bigger than it looks in pictures. 5* stay all round - peaceful - comfortable - well equipped - great location to explore Kauai - great host/ manager - great value vs a run of the mill holiday condo
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Fern Grotto Inn. The cabin was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first visit to Hawaii and we couldn't have found a better property to stay at. Secluded, quiet and well maintained. The River Cottage was so well equipped with kitchen ware, microwave, full oven, refrigerator and even Alexa for listening 🎧 to music at night on our Lanai. Paul the property manager was gracious and the cottage was immaculate. From this property, you are only five minutes by car away from Smith Family Farms where there is a 30 acre botanical garden and luau that runs several days a week. Reservations are a must. There is also the Fern Grotto cruise that is a wonderful hour and a half journey with entertainment that is well worth your time and definitely affordable. We plan on going back in 2026. It felt like our home away from home and about 15 minutes away from the Lihiue airport.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

MARCIA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property is situated right next to Wailua State Park and across from Wailua Beach and minutes from Lydgate Beach Park. Immaculate and well- maintained. It was noisier than I expected due to traffic and bridge construction but very cute garden where you can sit outside
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I spent a week for our honeymoon, nice little cottage for a quick getaway, close to main towns with shops and beaches. Overall had a good time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing! The perfect place to stay! We even had the river in the backyard to kayak
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendall, Hot Springs

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cozy property with lots of extra amenities such as kayaks, beach equipment, etc. We would visit again in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy, Romford

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the location - walk to a beach for sunrise and kayak in the evening on the river. It was an extremely peaceful setting. The room was comfortable and it was fantastic to have a kitchen with a nice size refrigerator. There was even free laundry on premise! Complimentary beach gear and kayak equipment were available. The grounds would have benefited from more watering and love. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just a calm and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in Coco Unit D for my honeymoon recently for 5 nights and we had the most incredible stay. The river view from the unit was stunning. The units themself are small but really comfortable and have everything you’d need such as AC and a kitchen with dishes and pots and pans and coffee maker and a comfortable bed and plenty of towels. The location is really ideal since it’s in between Poipu/Waimea and the north shore and 10 minutes away from the airport. But what makes this place really stand out is the amenities it has to offer. We used the free kayaks to kayak to Secret falls trailhead which was about 40 minutes away. We used the free bikes to bike along the ocean. We loved being able to do our laundry here and use the snorkel equipment. Also the mango trees! There are about 5 mango trees on the property that you are allowed to harvest from and the mangoes are so delicious! There was also a star fruit tree and a small lime tree! Paul has truly put so much thought into his property and I couldn’t have imagined a better place for us to have stayed at for our honeymoon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bernadette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you don’t want to pay the high prices for a resort this was an excellent choice. We had 5 days on the island . Being close to the hotel was not our goal. We got up and out exploring each day. Back to shower for dinner at one of the multiple restaurants within 5 minutes away. The beach once you locate is also 5 minutes away. Perfect choice for us
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and peaceful cottage on the river and 5 minutes from the beach. Very comfortable bed and woke up to a palm tree breeze every morning along with a rooster reminding us it was time to get up 😊
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect place for our stay!! We absolutely loved the River cottage and highly recommend it to couples. It’s renovated, with all the amenities, and a built in alarm clock (roosters lol) Fern Grotto Inn was a beautiful place and will forever be a special place for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and suite were beautifully kept. We loved that they had bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling equipment which we used at the river which was right next to us and at the beach across the street. The bike path nearby was amazing views over the ocean. As everywhere in Kauai there are roosters so bring earplugs because they start early.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pavel, Seattle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and comfortable place, very efficient and warm home feeling, the kitchen had absolutely everything you could need. I would recommend this place to anybody looking for a small kitchen, great location place. Maria & Pavel

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This truly is a home away from home! Kitchen is well equipped and the bathroom has full size toiletries. Free laundry facilities include detergent and dryer sheets. The amenity that totally goes above and beyond is the recreational activity supplies: kayaks, SUPs, coolers (ice, too), beach towels, beach chairs, beach mats, and snorkel gear! You can get to the river from the property and the beach is a very short walk. I recommend this place for adults and solo travelers. Only complaint, and it has nothing to do with the resort (it's all over the island), was the roosters. The owner lives onsite which also helps keep any issues to a minimum. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024