Kauai

Location: 520 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, Kauai, HI

Description: This renovated property has been made into “vacation ownership”. Eventually, the whole resort will be timeshare, but for now the studio, one-, and two-bedroom units are for rent. The resort sits on a “walking beach,” meaning that swimming is not allowed. It is highly recommended that visitors get a massage at the on-site Makaiwa Spa.

Location:2640 Puuholo Road, Koloa, Kauai, HI

Description: If you are willing to pay for more and want to be right on the water, the Whalers Cove’s ultra-luxury units may be just what you are looking for. This is first-class in its finest from the koa door at the entry to the master bedroom and bathroom’s ocean view. There is plenty of space and privacy in the two-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom units.