My husband and I visited both Kauai and Maui this past July. While we loved both islands, there is just something about Kauai that is calling us back. I think I have convinced him to go back to Kauai in July 2006. However, our budget for this trip is different and I am now considering condos instead of the Hyatt.

I would like to know opinions about the best condos on the North Shore, preferably on or near a beach and preferably with a pool. I would prefer to spend no more than $250-$300 per night. I also would appreciate any recommendations concerning contacts for booking a condo. Thanks so much.

This thread has some good info. on condos.

http://www.fodors.com/forums/threads...1&tid=34713065

We've got quite a few rental companies on the island -- but these are the ones which are actually located on the north shore, with a variety of listings:

http://www.800hawaii.com
http://www.kauai-vacation-rentals.com
http://www.princeville-vacations.com/

If you want to be as far north as possible, there's the Hanalei Colony Resort:
http://www.hcr.com

The map on this page, has clickable links to the many hotels & condos on the island, too:
http://www.wizardpub.com/kauai/kauaerials.html

Thank you both for your replies. I will busy this weekend checking them out.

Laura, also check out summitpacific.com. I have never used them, but have corresponded with one of the owners many times.