River Estate Kauai, Hawaii
Policies & Reservations
Rate Information
Holiday Dates
- Christmas: Dec 20 - Jan 5
- Thanksgiving: Nov 20 - 30
Nightly & Weekly Rates
The 2026 Guest House Standard Nightly Rate is $525 a night for up to 4 people (5 night minimum)
The 2026 Guest House Holiday Nightly Rate is $550 a night for up to 4 people (7 night minimum)
The 2026 Riverhouse Standard Nightly Rate is $575 per night for up to 6 people.
The 2026 Riverhouse Holiday Nightly Rate is $600 per night for up to 6 people.
Cleaning Fees
The Guest House out-cleaning fee is $350 The Riverhouse out-cleaning fee is $375.00 Strict cleaning protocols are used with professional sanitizing products.
A mandatory mid- clean is required for stays longer than ten days. The fee is is determined by the cleaner and depends on what is required to freshen the home.
Deposits, Taxes, and Additional Fees
Please add 17.97% tax [GET, TAT, KTAT]. Damage or extra cleaning will be assessed by our cleaning and maintenance staff and the owner.
There is a $100 Credit Card Administration fee.
Policies
Minimum Stay
There is a 5 night minimum for all dates except Holidays at which time there is a 7 night minimum stay however we will accept bookings of less than 5 nights if they fit into openings in the calendar of less than 5 nights. Please inquire.
Cancellation Policy
Holiday dates are from November 20th to the 30th and Christmas are from December 20th to January 5th. Cancellations for non holiday dates outside of 90 days prior to arrival will receive a full refund of any monies paid less a $300 cancellation fee. Cancellations of any non holiday dates between 60 and 90 days prior to your arrival date you will be refunded one half of all monies paid less the cancellation fee. Cancellations within 30 days of arrival will forfeit all monies paid to date with no exceptions. Cancellations for holiday dates will receive one half of all monies paid minus the cancellation fee outside of 90 days. Cancellations within 60 days of booked dates will forfeit all monies paid with no exceptions. “No shows” forfeit all funds paid. No refunds for early departures. All refunds will be made within 30 days of cancellation.
Reservation Deposit
A reservation deposit of 50% of your total at the time of your booking is required to secure the reservation. Your balance is due in the 1st week of the month that’s 2 months prior to your month of arrival. (eg. Early May for a July stay)
We Provide a Wealth of Local Information
After you make your reservation you will be provided with a wealth of local information that will save you a lot of time and money before and during your stay. This includes local Kauai car rental companies, restaurant recommendations, tricks for how to book passes for Haena State Park, the best proven weather links, the local activities and attractions you should do and see, arranging paddle boards and kayaks to be delivered to your house and much more.
Personal Concierge Services
We offer our guests complimentary concierge services. All you have to do is ask. The owner, who has lived on Kauai since 1970 takes a personal interest in making sure you make the most of your vacation time during your stay
Discounts
Discounts available for last minute bookings within 30 days of arrival. Please inquire