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Connor
3 days ago
3 nights at Sunset Hale
Great little place to stay in Kilauea. Relaxed island vibes. Perfect for one person.
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Anna
2 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Sunset Hale
Loved staying at sunset hale. It’s very low-key. It had everything we needed and was very clean. Any issues we had come up the hosts were super responsive to help out, they even offered us a partial refund for an inconvenience we had which was super kind of them. This is a less busy area but still close to touristy towns. There is an (expensive) grocery store just down the street, coffee shops, and dinner spots just a minute away. They had great wifi. The laundry was an amazing plus since everything gets wet and dirty with beach/rain (honestly a must-have). I’d highly recommend this place if you don’t mind staying small and simple. I’d only stay here as 2 people, even adding a baby here would be a lot in the small space. Glad we stayed :)
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Megan
3 weeks ago
2 nights at Sunset Hale
I stayed in a cute ‘tiny’ house on Natalie’s property for 2 nights, with a very comfy loft bed and all the kitchen, bath and outdoor dining space needed for a perfect home base!
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Renae
June 2025
2 nights at Sunset Hale
Cozy space, everything we needed and more! Perfect for post-backpacking the Kalalau trail and adjusting back to society. Also they have a cute, friendly cat to keep you company…chickens too! Super close walk to all shops and eateries and about a 35 min walk to a beautiful beach (kahili beach preserve).
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Mary-Ann
May 2025
4 nights at Sunset Hale
Sunset Hale is a beautiful tiny house with every amenity, plus a large dose of cuteness.
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Tim
May 2025
3 nights at Sunset Hale
This place was comfortable and had everything you need and more. Host was helpful, courteous, and friendly.
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Katharina
April 2025
6 nights at Sunset Hale
without a doubt, our kauai trip wouldnt have been as beautiful as it was, if we wouldnt have stayed at nathalie's. first of all, the accommodation is made with so much love, the place matches the pictures and everything was super clean. the location is a 10/10 since you have everything you need in walking distance. (like supermarket, cafes, restaurants) hanalei is only a short drive away. nathalie makes sure you will have a great time on the island by sharing beautiful places, options to go surfing, snorkeling & kayaking. if the accommodation wouldnt have been booked, we would have loved to extend our stay. it was a pleasure to meet nathalie and her family. and we were so sad to leave. we will definitely come back and would recommend this place to everyone dearly.
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Alina
February 2025
6 nights at Sunset Hale
We had the best time staying at Natalie’s Sunset Hale. My husband and I stayed for almost a week and the ‘Goodbye’ felt like leaving family behind. Natalie and her children let us visit their horses (and even ride them), gave us hiking tips and we overall felt well taken care for. The accommodation itself is located very central to Princeville and Hanalei. We’ll definitely come back!! :-)
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Camping in Polihale State Park guide
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This ultra-secluded beach on the west side of Kauai where the Na Pali Coast begins is a beach camper's dream. Not quite as hypnotic is the long and rutted dirt and rock sugarcane road that gives you access. But once you survive that, it's nothing but 17 miles of wild beach and sand dunes ahead.
Grab a camping permit, and pitch the tent anywhere you like among the 100-feet-tall dunes. Shelling, beachcombing, sunset watching, and shore fishing are perfect ways to pass the day. Swimming, not so much.
Strong offshore currents make Polihale State Park beach's lifeguard-less waters a dangerous choice. However, at times Queen’s Pond at the southeast end offers a safe place to jump in the hard-to-resist sea.
It's very hot and dry here with very little shade, so bring umbrellas and sunscreen. The park does offer running cold water, toilets, picnic shelters, and outdoor showers. This idyllic island beach setting beneath the high sea cliffs is truly a bucket-list-worthy adventure.
Nearby attractions
- Unwind and reconnect with nature while camping near Anini Beach Park. Tucked away on the northern shore of Kauai, this secluded gem is perfect for a beach camping adventure.
- Experience the magic of camping near Anahola Beach Park. Located on the eastern coast of Kauai, this beach park offers a tropical paradise for campers. Set up camp near the pristine sandy shores and enjoy activities like swimming, snorkeling, and beachcombing.
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6 ratings · 3 reviews
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· January 2018
Heaven looks a little bit like this. It is pretty remote, so make sure you have plenty of water and food. Shade is minimal as well, so bring an umbrella if you plan on parking yourself at the beach.
Don't forget to take care of the land by picking up after yourself!
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Avery J.
7 years on Hipcamp
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· August 2017
rent a sturdy car, the road is tough but the views are beyond worth it! bring a cooler of your favorite food drink etc. a bathing suit and your best person!
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Jordan A.
7 years on Hipcamp
May 2017
Polihale: a piece of paradise! Normally there is running water & bathrooms; however, when I went from 5/15-20/2017 it was the first time in 30 years there was no fresh water. No sweat (literally), that's what wet wipes, a pot / stove / washcloth / soap is for is you really need a shower. Sans fresh water was no problem for me! We base camped at Polihale and made the beautiful trek up to Kokee state park to hike during the day. As for the campsites, there are 4 camping areas and each area has several sites (you can always set up on the beach). Rent a 4x4, make your reservation, and head out I Polihale - an experience that must be had!
Elisa R.
9 years on Hipcamp
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