Pono Kai Resort, Kapaa, Welcoming

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7th

Out of 41

Pono Kai Resort	Average Price: $195 Check Rates

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1250 Kuhio Hwy

Kapaa, 96746 View map

2-Star Hotel Rank: 2 of 7
Average review rating: 3.5

OpinionWell Value Index: 2

Traveler reviews analyzed: Expedia (45) , MyTravelGuide (1) , Travelocity (2) , TripAdvisor (200) , YahooTravel (18)

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1. They also have this really bad welcome orientation thing they do poolside.

"Bugs in the room, not clean, stay away! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/10/2011 Vote

2. In fact, there were little touches throughout the unit that really made you feel welcome - IPOD music deck, TV's in both bedrooms, lovely furnishings, etc.

"Perfect for a Great Week with Great Friends " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/28/2011 Vote

3. They want you to pick up a welcome packet of coupons.

"Beautiful Grounds and Great Location " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/27/2010 Vote

4. How cheap is that?We were hounded almost daily to come to the meeting as well to pick up a welcome packet, even though we had already picked one up.

"Great for those wanting a central Point " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/9/2010 Vote

5. We did not receive any calls regarding timeshare purchase or welcome packet.

"Love those chickens! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/29/2010 Vote

6. Didn't attend the orientation meeting but later on picked up the welcome packet which did have a few good discount offers for restaurants.

"Good stay at the Pono Kai " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/21/2010 Vote

7. From then on EVERY day we either received a phone call (to which we declined our welcome package and explained our reasons) or a voice mail on the condos phone telling us we could pick up our welcome package any time.

"Nice, but....... " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/3/2010 Vote

8. Be sure to attend the welcome meeting to get more info on area activities and maybe even win a 2 for 1 deal.

"Good clean hotel " Read full review on Expedia 3/11/2009 Vote

9. Due to our unpleasant welcome, we are trying to avoid the front desk.

"Unpleasant welcome! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/18/2007 Vote

10. Pono Kai can be a nicer resort if the staff learns how to welcome their guests properly (Avoid Jocelyn if you can.

"Unpleasant welcome! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/18/2007 Vote