Fern Grotto Inn

Property is a small cluster of various sized units. Has beautful garden areas and many sitting spaces to enjoy the view of the River. Loved that they had kayaks, bikes, coolers, chairs readily accessible for use with no extra fee. We enjoyed Canal B as it had its own screened in Lanai. Great place for coffee and relaxing.

There is no formal check in process ( love that) our room was ready with keys inside. Cutely decorated with thoughtful touches of flowers & a bonus of Hawaiian chocolates and beer in the fridge. Bed was very comfortable. It’s not fancy, nor a resort, but nice lodging in a central area. Easy access to many beaches, restaurants, etc.

Internet was spotty

The house was very clean, the gear well-maintained, and our experience was 10/10. They even ground the coffee and left flowers for us. It was a wonderful experience and we've already recommended the place to our friends. The location is also perfect, as you are near the middle-point between the north and south halves of the island.

Very cozy stay, we made use of the kayaks, but it was too rainy to go to the beach, still, a great amenity to have beach chairs, much more economical than having to rent them.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Fern Grotto Inn which is well located for excursions all over the island and surrounded by a beautiful garden with direct access to the Waimea river (Kanus available). The studio (Coco B) was tastefully and functionally furnished and well equipped and maintained. If I get another opportunity to travel to Kauai I would chose this accomodation again.

We had such a wonderful stay! The instructions were very clear. Check-in was really easy. The location was so convenient. The vacation home was spotlessly clean and had all the amenities one would need. There was AC in the house though we rarely needed it. The bed was really comfortable. We also used the laundry room. We'll make sure to book longer next time and try out the kayaks!

I didn't want to leave. Usually, even at the finest resorts, I am anxious to get back to my own home. But Fern Grotto felt like a wonderful new home. I loved waking to the roosters and new spider webs spun during the night and the ever emerging blossoms on this plant lover's mecca. Housekeeping was exactly right: spotless, small points of beauty placed around the room, everything we could ever think of on the ready. We stayed in three different units: all were wonderful and unique. Yes, there is a bit of traffic noise somewhere outside the wall of palm trees and verdant bushes, but it faded quickly. We could take three steps outside the resort area and push a kayak into a secret corridor and float out into the Wailua River whenever we wanted to and head down to the secret falls. Everything was modern, but charming. Such a sweet place to be with a family. Our 16 mos old grandbaby loved toddling after the roosters and chickens and the stray gray cat and the snails and the visiting toads at dusk.

Comfortable, secure and pleasant. Out the doorstep is a short walk to the beach to greet the sun rise. Bikes available for a wonderful bike lane along the ocean. Kayaks for paddling up the river to the Grotto. Nice mountain hikes nearby. Beachfront Mamahunes and Lava Lava bar/restaurants are nearby and just a 20 minute walk away.

The cottage we had for two weeks was very comfortable with a very functional and high quality kitchen, private yard, and had many other unexpected amenities. The location was convenient for exploring all parts of the island and had many nearby dining and shopping options. We used the freely offered kayaks on the adjacent river, snorkeling gear, beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, etc. we will stay here again when we return to Kauai. The aloha culture is still strong.