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Question about Kauai Marriott Waiohai

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Thanks Robert! Is the Hyatt on that side of the resort and is it visible? Any palm trees visible besides an asphalt parking lot?

The Hyatt is down the road, I don't think you can see it from the Marriott.
I was under the impression it was close and walking distance from the Marriott. It's a pretty long walk.
 

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If I could not get Hale 1 or 8 or those few rooms mentioned in Hale 2, I personally would NOT want oceanview. Hale 7 overlooks a parking lot and everything else in too far away to be considered oceanview.

See here.
 
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It is over one mile away on a busy street.


The Hyatt is down the road, I don't think you can see it from the Marriott.
I was under the impression it was close and walking distance from the Marriott. It's a pretty long walk.
 

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thinze3,

That aerial photo is excellent and your advice is very helpful. I'm calling now to request your suggestions. Tuggers Rock!

I will let you know where we end up next Saturday. Thanks!
 

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Is the Hyatt on that side of the resort and is it visible? Any palm trees visible besides an asphalt parking lot?

Yes, no, and yes (and have a wonderful trip).
 

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Thanks Robert,

I am really excited; first time to Hawaii and looking forward to each hour!
 

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It is over one mile away on a busy street.

It is about a mile away, but I walk to or near the Hyatt every year I go. However, instead of walking along Poipu Road, it's a nicer walk to stay near the ocean and pass through some of the residential areas and/or the cliffs in front of the Sunterra TS.
 

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Hyatt from Waiohai

That would make it a bit longer walk but obviously much more scenic. We walked that direction ourselves and turned around well before the Hyatt. I would like to finish that walk next time we are there. :D



It is about a mile away, but I walk to or near the Hyatt every year I go. However, instead of walking along Poipu Road, it's a nicer walk to stay near the ocean and pass through some of the residential areas and/or the cliffs in front of the Sunterra TS.
 

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If I could not get Hale 1 or 8 or those few rooms mentioned in Hale 2, I personally would NOT want oceanview. Hale 7 overlooks a parking lot and everything else in too far away to be considered oceanview.

See here.

We were in Hale 4 (the furthest from the ocean) - Ocean View. It's the only building that's parallel to the ocean and have a great view of the entire grounds as well as some of the water (none of them are OceanFront) and very convenient for parking and coming and going. When we go back, that's our first choice.
 

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I stand corrected. I consider that an inside room, not really oceanview. As I stated above, all inside rooms are great. If you can get an inside room, that is also considered oceanview, that's even better. The lagoon down by Hale 4 is beautiful. The distance from the beach is a few steps more, however.

Hale rooms 8302 & 04 have an elevator next door that takes you to basement parking. You will never be more than 150 feet away from your car. The parking there is excellent as the car remains covered as well. IMO


We were in Hale 4 (the furthest from the ocean) - Ocean View. It's the only building that's parallel to the ocean and have a great view of the entire grounds as well as some of the water (none of them are OceanFront) and very convenient for parking and coming and going. When we go back, that's our first choice.
 

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We were there 2 months ago in building 5 Gardenview. I just requested anything but "garbage can" view. We initially was given a "acessible" room in the main building overlooking the pool. the acessible room are funky unless you needed it as the counter are all of difference height and there are no big whirpool tub. So we swich to another room in building 5.

In the end, all this worry about view may not means much unless you plan to be in the room much of the time and stare out the window. We were always out on the road, the beach, or the pool-- so by the time we get back in the room, it is dark anyway.

Buy some frozen peas. Then go to the reef on the right of the resort and feed the fish. It is so much easier to have the fish come to you while snorkeling with the kids. I was able to lure them to about 2feet of water so that the kids can watch. If you have the energy, sign up for surfing lesson in the begining of the trip. Then you have the rest of the week to practice.

Also take the drive past the Hyatt on the dirt road and walk to the cliff there. It is quite beautiful in the evening.
We had lunch at the Hyatt property in one of the restaurant that was surrounded by coy fish. You will need a car to get there.

In theory, you can do anything at 6wk pregnant- but I would avoid horseback and ATV. that way you would not blame the trip if something happen later.

Also the drive to the Canyon as well as the drive toward Hanena will give you all the scenic view you want sitting in the car with little hiking. We have a todler and two 7/8 year old kids- so we didn't do any hiking of sort.

have fun

Triet
 
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We're here in 4404 and it's great! Thanks for all your advice. We're going to the owner's meeting on Tuesday if you have any questions.

I didn't realize internet is FREE! GREAT!

And a little discussed topic, the toilet tissue is soft enough. There have been times where I buy my own. Thank you Waiohai owners!

I called to have two repairs done immediately; I'm more conscientious of these joint properities than my own house!

A little help with the language: Is "aloha" thanks, goodbye, hello or just what and how is it different than "mahola"? (Not sure i spelled that correctly) Thanks,
 

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aloha - hello , goodbye, love, friendship (used for all these)
mahalo - thank you

Greg
 

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Diane

You guys have to try Keoke's, just across the highway, one block west of Waiohai. It was our favorite. :clap:

For a more local feel, go to the town of Kapa'a, just north of Lihue, and eat at Bull Shed. It is right on the water and has good food for a fair price - lots of locals.

Enjoy :D
 

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Local , cheap eats that are delicious.....Mark's Place (take out only) in the Puhi Industrial Park. Don't be turned off by the location....remember you are bringing the food back 'home'.....and there is plenty left over for lunch the next day although my dh doesn't do leftovers :shrug:
 

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We loved the recommended Italian place that is about a 5 min drive away. Can't think of the name but definitely try the 5 cheese risotto appetizer! YUMMO!!!
 

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Don't miss the Puka dogs

Don't forget to visit the shopping center across the road and slightly west to experience the unique flavors of the "Puka Dog" A hot dog in a crusty bun with exotic flavored sauce...mmmmmmm,,,,,,,tasty........
 

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Thanks all for the food suggestions! And thinze3, you're right! When I walked down to the beach yesterday morning for the first time, all I kept saying was "WOW" because the waves were so spectacular! There was a spray that went backwards from them and someone told me that's an indication of "riptide" and they had not seen the waves break so far out before and they'd been coming for 5 years, twice a year.
 

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Don't forget to visit the shopping center across the road and slightly west to experience the unique flavors of the "Puka Dog" A hot dog in a crusty bun with exotic flavored sauce...mmmmmmm,,,,,,,tasty........

Yum.... I can taste them now. I normally don't like hot dogs very often but if I could I'd have one of these everyday.

I love the pizza at Brick Oven Pizza about 20 minutes North. It is very good.
 

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We loved the recommended Italian place that is about a 5 min drive away. Can't think of the name but definitely try the 5 cheese risotto appetizer! YUMMO!!!

It's called Casa di Amici, very tasty and cozy, but hard to find. Get good directions!
 

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It's called Casa di Amici, very tasty and cozy, but hard to find. Get good directions!

That's the one! Boy was it fantastic. Very romantic! Loved it and when we go back in 2009, we are definitely eating there again!
 

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I could be wrong but I thought that Waiohai didn't have 'ocean front' just 'ocean view' and 'island view'.


Yes, you are correct they only have oceanview or garden view.
 
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