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Waimea Plantation CottagesvsThe Inn at Mama's Fish House
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Waimea Plantation Cottages scores marginally better than The Inn at Mama's Fish House. Waimea Plantation Cottages has a TripExpert Score of 80 with endorsements from 7 sources including Frommer's, DK Eyewitness and Fodor's.
Waimea Plantation Cottages
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9400 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, Kauai, HI 96796
From $216/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's "That’s what you’ll find at this 30-acre oceanfront enclave of restored vintage cottages, spread among large lawns dotted with coconut palms, banyan trees, and tropical flowers." Full review
Gayot "Located about an hour from the Lihue Airport, this beachfront collection of vintage-themed cottages is a wonderful place to relax and renew your mind and soul."
DK Eyewitness "Step back into old Hawai‘i at these wonderful seaside plantation cottages, set in a coconut grove at the gateway to Waimea Canyon."
Fodor's "History buffs will adore these relocated and refurbished sugar-plantation cottages, which were originally built in the early 1900s." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Completely unlike any other hotel accommodation on Kauai, the upper-middle-range Waimea Plantation Cottages offers visitors a unique approach to the typical Hawaiian vacation." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A former oceanfront sugar plantation on the western side of Hawaii's "Garden Isle" is a perfect base-camp for travelers who want to explore Kauai's natural wonders." Full review
Fodor's "This casual eatery is located in the equally laid-back Waimea Plantation Cottages; it's a great place to sit with a cocktail and watch the sun set." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This sleepy, family owned idyll on Kauai’s remote west side is comprised of 61 relocated sugar plantation workers’ cottages dating from the late 19th to early 20th century." Full review
Frommer's "The charmingly rustic but airy cottages feature full kitchens, lanais, and modern perks such as Wi-Fi, A/C (window units), and flatscreen TVs." Full review
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Tip: Gardenview units have the lowest rates.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The 57 tin-roofed, clapboard, pastel-painted sweethearts with wide porches and rattan seating are scattered over a wide lawn." Full review
The Inn at Mama's Fish House Gayot DK Eyewitness Fodor's Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's Lonely Planet
799 Poho Place, Paia, Maui, HI 96779
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Gayot "Fronting Kuau Cove, Mama's Fish House is one of the most highly regarded traditional seafood restaurants in the islands."
DK Eyewitness "These comfortable, tropical one- and two-bedroom cottages are well appointed with retro Hawaiian-style rattan furniture, local artworks, and fully equipped kitchens."
Fodor's "These well-maintained studios, suites, and one- and two-bedroom cottages have a retro-Hawaiian style with rattan furnishings and local artwork." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Tucked away in a small, intimate cove at the start of the Road to Hana, the Inn at Mama's is one of the island's best-kept lodging secrets." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This inn, connected to Mama’s Fish House on Maui’s North Shore, is a light, happy break from the mega-resorts." Full review
Frommer's "The Gaudí-esque architect responsible for Mama’s Fish House also works his magic on a handful of private suites and cottages next door." Full review
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Keep in mind that this is the windward side of the island—and it’s often windy and rainy.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Maui’s most famous seafood restaurant has a dozen accommodations divided between cottages (studio, one bedroom, two bedrooms) and luxurious junior suites (adults only)." Full review
