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We at Kalani Hawaii are not your typical "place to stay." As a fusion of all accommodation styles we are a unique, boutique Private Lodging offering our guests the finest accommodations on the North Shore. What you will experience at Kalani Hawaii is an escape from the everyday rush, a peek through the palm trees to see how life exists when you're on island time. We offer once in a lifetime memories, beautiful vistas, short strolls to beaches, breathtaking sunsets, snorkeling, world class surfing, and much, much more. For the privacy of our guests we do not take walk-ins and are reservation only. This being the case, we do try our very best to book last minute accommodations when space is available.
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HOTEL STYLE
Family
Romantic
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Location
Kamehameha Hwy, Sunset Beach, Oahu, HI 96712
Kalani Hawaii Private Lodging
222 reviews
Getting there
Car recommended
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I couldn’t recommend a place better than Kalani Private Lodge. I spent two months on the islands and this place was litteraly the best. A little piece of paradise where you feel at home. The extreme cleanliness is one of the highlights of this place, as well as the tranquillity. Maria and Bernie are working hard to make this place a haven of peace. Bernie is staying at the Private Lodge with the guests and he is the best host you could wish for!!! The location is perfect: you are in the most beautiful part of the island, with the beach across the street and a lot of delicious places to eat in the area. I spent three weeks in a dorm and everything was more than perfect. The only negative here is that you will not want to leave this place during your stay on the island! A very warm thanks to Maria and Bernie for their hospitality, I can’t wait to coming back!
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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I brought my 3 sons here to spend some quiet time on the North shore in the summer. It's a perfect location and a beautiful property - with clean kitchen and outdoor dining area, grass and hammock area, place to do yoga and park bikes.
We rented bikes and took the bike path to the various beaches from Sunset Beach and over to Waimea. There's also a bus stop close by that took us to surf lessons at Turtle Bay, and snorkeling and shark viewing at Haleiwa.
Bernie is the host and does an absolutely phenomenal job keeping the place running smoothly and ensuring you have peace and quiet to enjoy the North Shore community and activities.
Great spot, would definitely book again.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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This was our first trip to Hawaii for my husband and myself. We were impressed by the private accommodations in the Pink Ginger Room and the true Hawaiian Aloha hospitality show to us by Bernie and his wife Maria. From the moment we arrived, Bernie provided suggestions for great activities and made us feel at home. We enjoyed being right across from the beach for swimming and to watch the World Surf League Competition at Sunset Beach. The area is beautiful and vibrant. We hope to stay at Kalani Hawaii Private Lodging again. (Also, there is a wonderful set of units for the surfing crowd on-site with an amazing Lanai (huge patio).
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Date of stay: February 2022
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I have driven through North Shore many times and decided this time I would spend a few nights there. I had simply the best time at the Kalani. A big part of the experience was due to the owner/manager of the Lodge: Bernie. He ensured I was taken care of from the days before arriving to the time spent on property.
He is not only a local, but a true legend in the North Shore. Ask him a question about what to do nearby and he'll give you the most comprehensive list. You won't have to do any research...just ask.
I was there during the time when vaccines rolled out and travel peaked. I couldn't rent a car for anything reasonable...and that wasn't a problem. The location is across the street from the softest sandy beach. There are plenty of food truck options within walking (5-7mins) or a Foodland grocery store further on bike (10-15mins). I took the bus to Waimea Falls and Hale'iwa town. Or simply just ask Bernie and if his busy hands are free he is more than happy to accommodate.
The rooms were cozy and just enough for my solo stay. The dining / lounge area was where all the folks that stayed gathered every night. Great to meet new people from all over the world. Several families were there and truly kid friendly. Everyone observed quiet hours and I had the most peaceful rest there in many years.
The most important thing was how well kept and clean ALL shared spaces were. The decor made me feel like I was truly in the tropics. Just a magical place that I will recommend to all my family and friends.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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We absolutely loved our stay here. We stayed in the Sunrise / Sunset Suite which is about a one minute walk away from Sunset Beach. You are also a short distance away from other attractions in the area such as Shark's Cove and Haleiwa. The room was clean and the outdoor shower was a treat. Bernie is a great host and helped us with everything from local food tips to snorkeling equipment. I would highly recommend this place to anyone and definitely would love to visit again.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Perfect location to explore North Shore. Super clean, comfortable and peaceful with everything we needed for our family vacation. We opted for the spacious Pacific Guest House and enjoyed the beautiful lanai for outdoor dining and loved the hammock and private yard. Slept great. Although the house has a private bath, we opted more often to use the outdoor showers: as another reviewer mentioned - hot shower with great pressure, rejuvenating. The hosts Bernie and Maria were so welcoming. Bernie had great tips for local activities and fare, history and points of interest. He went above and beyond one afternoon helping us out of a jam with our rental car. We treasure our first visit to Oahu because of our stay at Kalani Hawaii and hope to come back soon!
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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We arrived for our first overnight North Shore stay and host Bernie (a surfing competition kingpin) immediately offered us a quick tour of beaches and other amenities in his car. Our garden view studio with bathroom and outdoor shower was compact but perfect. You walk down the driveway and cross the street to be on world-famous Sunset Beach. The surf was laying down as it seasonally should, and we found every kind of beach (including deserted ones), swimming and snorkeling that you could think of. Plenty of restaurants and food truck too. We loved it and will be back.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Room Tip:Some rooms share bathrooms
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This is absolutely the best place to stay. Bernie, the owner, went out of his way to help us out. He gave us the best recommendations on what to do, places to eat, and places to rent surf boards. Maria provided all the guests of the hotel a lovely home cooked dinner on Christmas Eve. We stayed in the Pacific Studio suite and had our own kitchen, bathroom, patio, lush gardens and parking. My sons loved relaxing in the hammock. The suite was beautifully decorated and clean. It made us feel as if we were in our own private resort. We are so appreciative to Bernie for helping us out. The location is excellent and only minutes to the beach. Maria helped me with the reservation and responded to my emails quickly. Thank you Bernie & Maria for being so kind, helpful and responsive.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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This was a great value homestay. The host we talked with the most, Bernie, was super friendly and helpful. He answered every question and guided us throughout. The facilities were all spotless, the rooms were comfy, and the property amenities were top notch. Best of all, the location! It felt far enough away but at the same time close to all sites, shops and beaches. One of the best homestay-guesthouses I’ve ever experienced….highly recommended!
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Such an awesome place to stay if you are a little more adventurous and willing to ditch the big corporate hotels that control lodging on the island. Super clean, comfortable and quiet. Lots of outdoor space to hang out and enjoy a beverage. Easy drive to nearby food trucks for dining or groceries if you want to make some quick meals. Short walk to the beach or easy drive to many beaches. It’s such a chill and relaxing place to stay. I highly recommend and hope to het back there soon.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Aloha Kate and Rudy!
Thank you for your inquiry into our room availability. We are happy you have chosen us for your accommodations during your stay on the North Shore of O'ahu! Please be sure to read over this entire email so that you are aware of all important information concerning Kalani Hawaii Private lodging. At the moment we have a few rooms available for the dates you requested.
Please see our calendar below.
Some things to keep in mind:
Studios ~ Seven (5) night minimum reservation
Private Rooms ~ Seven (5) night minimum reservation
Shared Room / Dorms Rooms ~ Five (5) night minimum reservation
We do occasionally have a 3-night opening during these periods, please feel free to contact us and check on our booking dates
Below we have detailed the rooms at Kalani Hawaii Private Lodging, please visit our website for photos:
Orchid Family Oasis Suite
The definition of luxury, our Pacific Master Studio is your own private escape that will feel like a home away from home. You'll enjoy a king-size bed; a mini bedroom (perfect for a small child); a large living room with a queen pull-out sofa bed; and an additional room with two bunk beds. As if it could get any better, there is an elegant dining room attached to the living room. You will also have your own private bathroom, kitchen, and a lanai that stretches out into your own outdoor gardens, complete with a barbecue, outdoor dining space, hammock, and mountain vista. Additional amenities include: air conditioning, free Wifi, cable tv/dvd, complementary phone for all U.S. calls, personal, security safe (enough to store a laptop), lanai, outdoor seating area, security cameras, free private parking, washer & dryer, hair dryer, iron, and other amenities available upon request.
Rate: US $ 450.00 per night (sleeps 6, extra person is US$ 75.00 per night)
Sunrise ~ Sunset Studio
Located 100 yards from the most majestic white sand beach in the Pacific, our Sunrise ~ Sunset studio is the place to be for a couple wanting a romantic getaway or a surfer who wants access to the best breaks within a short jog. In true island style we offer a tropical mountain backdrop, a beyond spacious outdoor shower, and as much relaxation as you can handle.
This single room studio comes with private parking, a private entrance, a king size bed, a large walk ~ in closet, a small bathroom, and a private kitchenette with a small hotplate and refrigerator so you can wake up, slice up a fresh papaya and start your day by dipping your toes in the ocean. If you should need, we can supply a small futon floor bed for a small child, and there is ample room if you are traveling with a crib. Additional amenities include air conditioning, free wifi, cable TV, a personal security safe large enough to fit a laptop, free parking, washer & dryer, and other amenities such as a hairdryer and iron upon request.
The supermarket is minutes away, as are a variety of dining choices for breakfast, lunch, and dinners out. Haleiwa town is 15 minutes away by car or city bus for shopping, banking and post office needs.
Rate: US $ 255.00 per night (sleeps 2, extra person is US$ 65.00 per night)
Pacific Master Suite
The definition of luxury, our Pacific Master Suite is your own private escape that will feel like a home away from home. You'll enjoy a king size bed, a mini bedroom (perfect for a small child), and a spacious dining area attached to a large living room with a queen pull ~ out sofa bed. In addition to this you will also have your own private bathroom, kitchen, and lanai that stretches out into your own outdoor gardens, complete with a barbecue, outdoor dining space, hammock, and mountain vista. Additional amenities include: air conditioning, free WIFI & cable TV/DVD a complementary phone for all U.S calls, personal security safe large enough for a laptop, security cameras throughout, free private parking, washer & dryer, and other amenities such as a hairdryer and iron upon request.
We are situated between the world famous Banzai Pipeline and Sunset Beach locations. Our white sand beaches stretch for miles in either direction so have a quiet morning/evening stroll or spend the day exploring the endless shoreline.
Rate: US $ 295.00 per night (sleeps 4, extra person is US$ 75.00 per night)
Bedrooms with Shared kitchen, bathrooms, lanai, and other common areas:
PLEASE NOTE: No underage (under 18 years old) children can sleep by themselves in any of the below rooms.
Bird Of Paradise Our Dorm Style Room Sleeps 4 (2 bunk beds), rented individually 2 bedrooms with two bunk with Wi- Fi. Air conditioning, lockable storage lockers.
AGE RESTRICTION FOR DORMITORIES IS:
MINIMUM 18 YEARS OLD
MAXIMUM 55 YEARS OLD.
For families renting the entire room there are no restrictions
Rate: $ 51.00 each bed per night. (Minimum 5 nights stay)
• Parking is free, private, and secure.
• Security Cameras cover all outside property and hallways.
• A Complementary Phone is available for all U.S calls.
• We have a “Quiet Time” from 10pm ~ 7am nightly for the comfort of all guests.
• A BOOKING DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED to hold your reservation, and may be made by credit card (Visa or Mastercard) or Western Union Money Order ONLY!
Tips for Guests
Welcome to summer on Oahu! You've chosen the North Shore for its calm, charm, aloha spirit, and water—now we'll give you some tips about how best to enjoy it all!
About our Summer
While winter on the North Shore brings big waves and even bigger crowds, our ocean is much calmer in the summer. The water becomes flat, turquoise, and looks much like what you'd see in a catalog! You can still catch a lighter surf on certain beaches.
Selecting a Private Studio
· Orchid Family Oasis Suite
Coming to Hawaii as a family? Great! This spot truly is the oasis for you. Able to sleep seven people, the combination of private bedrooms and shared space is perfect for a group. From the fully-stocked kitchen and the elegant dining room; to the outdoor seating areas and the manicured private lawn; to the attention-to-detail and perfectly selected décor, you and your friends/family will make amazing memories in this homey oasis.
· Sunrise Studio
This luxurious private studio has everything you need and more to fall in love with the North Shore. Enjoy your privacy and seclusion, whether you are on your honeymoon or enjoying a fun vacation with your partner and child. Granite countertops, beautiful cherry-wood cabinets, and a fully-equipped kitchenette complete this space; while your extremely spacious private outdoor shower (with wooden walls and door), large and lush green lawn, and outdoor dining area continue its beauty outdoors. The Sunrise Studio is most-loved by couples for its romantic feel and walking distance to one of the best beaches in the world, Sunset Beach.
· Pacific Master Suite
You will feel right at home in our Pacific Master Suite. It is best for families, or friends/couples who are traveling together. It is its own freestanding house with one kitchen and one bathroom, and the kitchen. This studio also has a stunning private and pristinely-manicured lawn (with a hammock)! It sleeps up to 5 people: there is one master bedroom which contains the one bathroom; a small (child's) room which is within the master bedroom-area; and a queen-size pullout Sofa bed in the living room. We do have Air condition.
Selecting a Room
Private Rooms – Boutique-Style
The private rooms utilize any of our three shared bathrooms, which are consistently maintained throughout the day for ultimate cleanliness. All come with air-conditioning; a television; a security safe; a closet, dresser, or wardrobe for your belongings; and a fan.
· Dorm Rooms
Each of the dorm rooms are extremely clean, comfortable, nautically-decorated, and suit your basic traveling needs. All dorms have bunk beds, and each room can hold up to 4 people. They are perfect for when you are traveling by yourself, but don't want to be by yourself. If you like to make friends with people from all over the world, in a communal setting, you will love these rooms. Please note: in the summer months, we are usually able to offer a women-only room—we cannot guarantee this, but will always try our best to make it happen. We do have AC in all rooms but request that you only use it while you are in the room.
Dining/Going Out
Please note that the North Shore is the country; you're not going to get big parties at clubs or major nightlife. What you will get is some good music; great people; and even better food—most of which does NOT stay open very late. Other than Surfer Bar, things tend to close by 11pm at the latest, with all food trucks closing by 9pm at the latest (6pm at the earliest). Please check our lengthy list of recommendations for our personal favorites!
TransportationNote: We are located between Pipeline and Sunset Beach. Google the places you want to go; then you can decide for yourself if a car, bus, or bicycle (or walking) are best for your transportation needs.
• RENTAL CARS: You do not need a car to get around the North Shore; but you will want a car IF you want to travel around the whole island!
• BUSES: The bus in this area is #55. It is $2.50 and it does not give change, so bring exact cash! The bus accepts bills and coins, except for pennies. There is a bike rack at the front that can hold up to 3 bikes and is first-come, first-serve. Also, you cannot bring large suitcases on the bus! Whatever bag you bring must be able to fit under the seat, so remember this before heading to/from the airport.
• BICYCLE RENTAL: We recommend you rent your bikes from our friends at North Shore Bike Rentals. The cost is $14/day for fewer than 7 days, or $12.50/day for more than 7 days. They will drop the bike(s) off here at Kalani, and will provide a lock (and helmet if you request one). We do have a bike path that goes from Shark's Cove (approx. 2 miles to the left of Kalani) to just past Ted's Bakery (approx. 15 minute-walk to the right of Kalani).
• WALKING: Walking around the immediate vicinity of Kalani is easy with our bike path, mentioned above, which is a bit less than 3 miles in length. We have a lot of beautiful sunshine here, so enjoy the area on foot!
Best Beaches:
· Rocky Point and Sunset Beach (“Rocky” and “Sunset,” respectively) are the two beaches closest to us. Rocky is down the driveway, across the street, and slightly to the left; while Sunset is down the driveway, across, the street, and to the right. Rocky is, well, rocky. Sunset is a much smoother entry to the water. Both are frequented by surfers in the winter, but are quite calm in the summer months (as is the rest of the North Shore on most summer days). Sunset has public restrooms, showers, and water fountains across the street from the beach itself.
· Kawela Bay is a great little bay/beach that few people talk about. It is to the left of Turtle Bay Resort. It is a bit hard to find as the path that leads to it is unmarked, but just ask Amanda or check Google Maps for further info on how to find it.
· Waimea is the big beautiful bay, ideal for big-wave surfing in the winter months, just 3 miles to the left of Kalani (about 0.25 miles past Foodland Pupukea). In the summer, the water is glassy and turquoise, and everyone jumps off of the huge rock at the left end of the Bay. It has public restrooms, showers, and water fountains.
· Pipeline (“Pipe”) is a 10-minute walk to the left of Kalani, right across the street from Sunset Elementary School. It is labeled as “Ehukai Beach Park,” and has public restrooms, showers, and water fountains.
· Shark's Cove and Three Tables are two amazing places for local snorkeling and relaxing. Shark's Cove is named after its rock formation; the name has nothing to do with sharks, so do not fear! It is directly across from Foodland Pupukea/the food truck lot. Three Tables is just to the left of Shark's Cove.
· Laniakea Beach is a great spot for turtle-sightings, located between Kalani and Haleiwa town. The water is also beautiful. However, the tour buses and groups make it a very crowded spot especially on weekends.
· Kaaawa Bay is a stunningly beautiful area on the Northeastern side of the island. It is approx. 35-minute drive to the right of Kalani. There are rope swings to hang out on, beautiful water to play in, and some sweet hikes up in the mountains above the coast.
To our international travelers from across the Pacific including Japan, China, and elsewhere in this region: We require a basic understanding of English in order to book accommodations so as to avoid reserving you a room that is not to your liking or better suited for the number of guests traveling. Please read our site thoroughly in order to understand where we are and what we do and do not offer! All the information about Kalani Hawaii Private Lodging is available on our website and we are not responsible for misplaced expectations. Please understand that we are not a 5 star hotel. We are a boutique lodging simply meant for relaxation and for the traveler who plans to explore our island, enjoy the beaches, surfing, swimming, hiking, diving, dining and other local activities the north side of the island provides. If these activities do not interest you, may we suggest you book your stay on the south side of the island in Waikiki which offers other amenities, activities, and dining opportunities if that is what you are seeking.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us by email and we will do our best to respond as quickly as possible.
Mahalo & we hope to see you soon!
Bernie and Maria Ines
Phone: (808)551-3382
Aloha! We hope we're not too late with our answer for you. (Mahalo to MTKTA for your helpful response!) Generally it's around $80-100 (one way) via cab depending on the time of day you're traveling here and amount of people/luggage. The bus is significantly cheaper but doesn't allow luggage and takes much longer. If you're doing one overnight you'd spend most of that time on the bus. If you were planning on staying with us for that night we do offer airport pickup service for a fee, contact us when booking your stay for rates! Aloha!
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PRICE RANGE
$480 - $545 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
kalani hawaii hotel haleiwa
LOCATION
United StatesHawaiiOahuSunset Beach
NUMBER OF ROOMS
4
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