Dolphin Cottage #2 | Vacation Rental in Kauai

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Review Date: 10/18/2021

One surprise after another. Bad customer service. Would not recommend to anyone to go through this property management company.

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Review Date: 09/17/2021

mark r.

Very nice, simple house in a great location. Walkable to town and the beach. Outdoor shower a bonus. I would definitely stay here again.

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Review Date: 08/14/2021

The cottage was a little dated, but had everything we needed and was clean. Everything worked perfectly. I appreciate that it was fully stocked, even with laundry detergent. We enjoyed the outdoor shower. Checkout was at 10am, which we didn't realize because typically, check out is at 11am. Also, seeing as how the road closures in and out of Hanalei are in effect, it would have been helpful if the management company would have allowed and announced a late check out option. We couldn't leave Hanalei until the road opened at 1pm. So what do we do with a car full of luggage and groceries we are trying to transport to our next rental in the South Shore? It wouldn't have been an issue if there were no road closures.

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Review Date: 02/29/2020

Mary R.

This was our second stay at the Dolphin cottages. Great location to walk to town. Loved the fresh fish and sushi at the Dolphin restaurant. Rustic but very clean. Only real issue was the poor WIFI but that could be because of the remote location. And the shower drain was very slow but that’s not a deal breaker. Be sure and make reservations to see Haena beach park and Ke’e beach. Much much improved experience there. We also booked the chocolate tour at the Princeville botanical garden that was fabulous. Do the zip and dip at Princeville ranch too.

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Review Date: 02/28/2020

Robert f.

Great place to while a way a vacation. Great house which was really clean and everything we could need to cook and just exist. Right on the Hanalei river so we would see the outriggers busting up and down it each day. Beast fish market on the island 60 steps (I counted them!) away from the house plus an excellent restaurant as well nearby. Short walk to downtown Hanalei and not much longer to the Hanalei Bay, a beautiful place to boogie board or just layout. Booking wass easy and managed well and the manager is right next door if there's any problems. There are three other houses on this property but they are nicely enough spaced that there is little problem with other folks. We are already booking this for next year. The Dolphin wins! Taa Daa!!!

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Review Date: 01/27/2020

This was a wonderful property. It could have more 7 better quality kitchen items. Like. A rice steamer We loved this property though. Very comfortable. Loved being right n Hanalei. Will stay again.

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Review Date: 11/25/2019

Great location and perfect space for two couples.

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Review Date: 08/16/2019

Josh H.

Nothing to complain about.

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Review Date: 05/24/2019

Kate B.

Our stay at Dolphin Cottage #2 was amazing! The cottage was cool and comfortable and had everything we needed. We loved being on the river. Several evenings we sat out back, grilled up some dinner and watched folks kayak by. Dolphin Cottage #2 was walking distance to everything in Hanalei, but also tucked away off the street so you felt like you were in your own private oasis. We can't wait to return to magical Hanalei and stay at Dolphin Cottage #2.

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Review Date: 05/02/2019

Pam P.

We had a fabulous time in this rental! It was a peaceful location within easy walking distance to Hanalei and Hanalei Beach. It was super clean and comfortable - every amenity we needed was in the cottage already. When we had trouble with the TV, they sent someone over the next morning to fix it. This is a very well maintained and special property. I highly recommend it!!

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Review Date: 03/23/2019

chester a.

The Dolphin Cottages are perfect in every way...from sitting outside by the river and watching the kayakers paddle by to sleeping on the porch with the sea breeze wafting through, it is paradise here - private, quiet and very restorative.

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Review Date: 03/22/2019

We had a great time at the Dolphin Cottage #2. The location cannot be beat and the cottage is fully stocked with towels and kitchen supplies.

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Review Date: 03/04/2019

Jessica V.

We had a great stay. It was very accessible to the very sweet town of Hanalei.

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Review Date: 10/18/2018

Victor A.

A nice and convenient place to stay. Close to Hanalei town. We were able to pretty much walk everywhere. Nice evenings by the river.

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Review Date: 04/19/2018

Karl T.

We had a great stay at the Dolphin Cottage. Easy check-in, and found the house clean and a great location for our family. Centrally located to all the shops, food, and Hanalei bay. We were able to put our paddle boards in the river and go into the bay almost everyday. We had a great time and have already told family about the place. Thanks, Karl

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Review Date: 01/21/2018

Corey P.

My wife and I returned to Kauai for our 3rd trip in January 2018 and we stayed at the Dolphin Cottage #2 for a week. I cannot say enough positive things about this cottage. Good space, airy, sort of rustic with the wooden window slats but to me that adds to the charm of the cottage. It is so peaceful having coffee out front in the morning and looking at the mountains or sitting by the river in the afternoon and watching the paddlers go by. We loved every moment here and I know we will be back in the future.

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Review Date: 10/14/2017

Meagan W.

My mother and I came to Kauai for some relaxing quality time and that is exactly what we got at the Dolphin Cottage. It was perfect. Beautiful location centrally located within walking distance to all Hanalei has to offer. The beach was a super short drive but definitely within walking distance as well, as long as you didn't have too much loot or heavy ice chests. The cottage had everything we needed at our disposal. It was clean and I must say had the most comfortable sheets I've ever slept in. The bed overlooking the river was spectacular, rain or moon shine. The only very small detail that was just shy of a 10 rating was the lack of water pressure in the shower and the noise from the restaurant in the somewhat early morning (which can't be helped and we weren't looking to sleep the day away anyway). We are definitely planning on bringing the whole family back as soon as we can!! Super great place to stay!!!

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Review Date: 09/20/2017

Jennifer P.

Such a relaxed holiday in Hanalei. The location is excellent for paddlers. I was able to safely leave my paddleboard on the grassy area near the river for the week. The only suggestion I would make is that proper sun blocking blinds or curtains would make the bedrooms cooler.

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Review Date: 09/12/2017

Great location- so nice to be able to walk to the beach and restaurants. Great to be able to cook, bbq, shower outside, do laundry etc. Being on the river is very peaceful. Not all the houses have boggie boards... would be nice to have lounge chairs besides the dining table and chairs outside. Otherwise very pleasant clean place to stay- I highly recommend it!

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Review Date: 09/02/2017

Monique D.

We had a wonderful vacation joining family from around the globe and renting a couple cottages. Loved how close it is to the village and it is fun to people watch as they float by on kayak and SUP. Place was very functional and convenient in every way. We will be back again for sure.

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Review Date: 08/29/2017

The dolphin was a great place to stay. Walking distance to town. Plenty of space and amenities

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Review Date: 07/30/2017

Jennifer T.

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the Dolphin Cottage. The accommodations were perfectly located with a fun view of the Hanalei River. We loved watching the kayakers and the paddleboarders going
going down the river. We enjoyed walking into Hanalei to enjoy the shops and restaurants. The gorgeous Hanalei Bay was a 10 minute walk . Our stay was in July and temps were hot, so without central airconditionimg the cottage did get very hot and stuffy. We would stay again but probably in cooler
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Review Date: 07/10/2017

We all enjoyed our stay at the Dolphin Cottage # 2 over the July 4th holiday. Michael was very helpful, he was able to place our groceries in the refrigerator prior to the check in time as we were coming from an earlier stay in Lihue.

I noticed the fan that was in the porch/dining area was no longer there and asked about it. Michael said that he had to move it to another unit whose fan had failed prior to our arrival and that he would give us one to use until the new ones on order arrived. It did arrive the next day and was much appreciated. It's too muggy otherwise to sit out there at the dining table.

A couple of things that would improve the stay: we only had one dishtowel and it would be helpful to have at least 2 or maybe even three. While it says that we can have 4 guests there, there are only 3 knifes in the silverware drawer. It needs to have more silverware. Some type of plastic bowl for the ice cubes would be helpful for the freezer and some small storage bowls would be good, too. The kitchen really is under supplied and could use more general use items, but the toaster and blender and cutting board are helpful.

Finally, the fabric on the couch and chairs is faded and tired and one chair is also stained. Maybe it's time for a revamp.

Overall, the location and beauty of this place is fantastic and we very much enjoyed our stay. Thank YOU for asking and I do look forward to another stay in the future.

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Review Date: 04/17/2017

Susannah P.

We loved, loved, loved this cottage. Truly a dream come true to stay right in the lovely town of Hanalei in this cottage, with a river right outside the house. So peaceful and beautiful! The cottage was perfect. Plenty of room for our family of three with everything we needed, comfortably furnished and adorable. The property manager, Michael, was super helpful as well. We hope to come back to this wonderful place and had the most wonderful time there.

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Review Date: 04/01/2017

Our stay at the Dolphin Cottages was magical. Everything we needed, very comfortable, and lots of aloha spirit. We couldn't have asked for more except maybe another week! Mahalo Hanalei!

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Review Date: 02/04/2017

Peter B.

Our first week on the Island of Kauai was spectacular and our accommodations were the perfect fit!