Aston Waimea Plantation Cottages

The Waimea Planation Cottages is not for the average vacationer. It's a very special place if you appreciate solitude, stunning natural landscapes and a truly "local" experience. If you want to be waited on, don't mind crowds and the consistency you find with "standard" resorts this is not the place for you. Borne essentially from a homestead, it's not plush by any means but it's genuinely authentic in a priceless way. Our 10, 8 and 6 yr olds abandoned all modern forms of entertainment to climb and frolic in the majestic tropical trees that were better than watching Avatar because they were living it. The hotel restaurant suffices and the walk into town is easy. Don't be shy about shooing away the local roosters at sunset so they don't wake you up in the middle of the night! We're definitely going back!

Beautiful, "Old Style" feel to this place. It's like stepping back in time to old Hawaii in the 1940's. Great atmosphere. When we arrived there was no record of us having made arrangements online with above travel website. However, the front desk staff was very accomodating. Rooms a little dirty. I think the cleaning staff needs to pay particular attention to the bathrooms! Overall, wonderful experience

The other reviews mention the chickens - believe it. I thought they would start crowing at dawn, but they make noise all night long. In spite of this, I absolutely loved our stay. The grounds are exquisitely kept and beautiful, including vine swings, a lovely pool, and free DVD rental for guests. I went with my two daughters, and we had a blast. I would absolutely stay here again. Wish all the cottages had actual doors (some do) instead of screened doors like ours had. Lorna at the cottages was an absolute angel. Wish everybody in Kauai had been as sweet as she was.

I loved this hotel because you have a lot of privacy. The staff is helpful but not intrusive. The location could not be better. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would stay there again.

The cottages and grounds were wonderful, and the staff was warm and conscientious. The place has a very authentic, relaxed Hawaiian feeling. But the roosters start crowing at 4 am and don't let up until well past 8. It was so noisy that we had to shut all the windows and wear ear plugs in order to get any sleep. Kauai is gorgeous, and this location would have been great value for the money, but unless you are prepared for the noise, you'll be disappointed. Also be aware that the beach at the property is too dangerous for swimming, so you'll have to drive in order to get in the ocean.

A quiet, clean and relaxing place to come back to after a day around the island. Be warned: there are chickens and roosters everywhere on the island. Roosters crow. A lot.

It's like staying at a friend's old beach house in paradise. Little private cottages right on the ocean, gorgeous sunsets, relaxed atmosphere, nice staff. Sure, the paint is peeling, the ceiling fan squeaks, and a rooster wakes you up before dawn. But who cares?! Start the day early and get out to the canyon or whatever you're doing that day. The restaurant is great, with a lovely verandah, excellent food and local musicians. It's the place to be in Waimea.

This quiet resort on the west side of the island is the ideal spot to enjoy how Kauai used to be. The cottages are nice, simple and nostalgic. The grounds are well maintained. The beach is interesting but not for swimming and walking is an adventure due to all the driftwood. People made bonfires at night by the beach and you can grill out next to your cottage. The food at The Grove was just OK, but the location can't be beat. You will drive a bit to get there, but this place is worth the effort.

of all the places on the island we could not have asked for anything better! the only thing that really could have made our stay the best would have been to have a hot tub. that was only thing missing. great experience. loved it! even the roosters were fun to watch!!!

The cottage was quaint and very Hawaii. You feel as though you've gone back in time and our on the farm...in a good way. Footed bathtub made for a nice soak after a long day of hiking. Full kitchen was the best part as we cooked all our meals. Stopped at Costco from the airport and stocked up for our week stay. The beach is not ideal to swim in as it's murky and the westside is very far away from anything else. Not much to do. The location being the biggest downfall.