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The cost of independent living in Kaunakakai is about $5,399 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 102 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of The Ivy at Hawaii Kai
2424 Photos available
4040 Floor plans available
9.0
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89 reviews
9.0
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4 star
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The caregiving staff by Guardian Senior Care is really good. Yes, we would recommend The Ivy at Hawaii Kai to other families base on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
"The Ivy at Hawaii Kai is a senior living community set on an expansive property in the Ka’Alakei Valley with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. The location boasts tranquil waterfalls and lush landscaping and is only a short distance to many popular Waikiki attractions and world famous...
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Photo of Holiday Kalama Heights
1919 Photos available
3939 Floor plans available
7.0
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13 reviews
7.0
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I am currently a resident at Holiday Kalama Heights and most everything has been great for me here at this facility, so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The activities and the value for cost...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Kalama Heights provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on lush, beautiful grounds near the South Shore of Maui, you'll love the elegance of our facilities and all the attractions of this stunning island. We're just minutes from breathtaking bridges,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Roselani Place
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Kaunakakai, HI

The average cost of senior living in Kaunakakai is $5,399 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Napili-Honokowai, HI with an average of $4,672 per month.

Independent living costs in Kaunakakai, HI, vs. nearby cities

Kaunakakai, HI
$5,399/mo

Independent living costs in Kaunakakai, HI, vs. state and national averages

Kaunakakai, HI
$5,399/mo
$6,040/mo
U.S. national average
$4,159/mo

Independent living costs in Kaunakakai, HI, vs. other senior living options

$5,689/mo
Independent Living
$5,399/mo

Independent living costs in Kaunakakai, HI, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,513/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,196/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,966/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$9,395/mo

Senior living costs in Kaunakakai vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Kaunakakai, HI
Column state: Hawaii
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKaunakakai, HIHawaiiU.S.
Independent Living$5,399/mo$6,040/mo$4,159/mo
Assisted Living$5,990/mo$6,100/mo$4,711/mo
Memory Care$5,689/mo$6,629/mo$4,945/mo
Independent Living
Kaunakakai, HI:$5,399/mo
Hawaii:$6,040/mo
U.S.:$4,159/mo
Assisted Living
Kaunakakai, HI:$5,990/mo
Hawaii:$6,100/mo
U.S.:$4,711/mo
Memory Care
Kaunakakai, HI:$5,689/mo
Hawaii:$6,629/mo
U.S.:$4,945/mo
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Independent living costs in Kaunakakai, HI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Kaunakakai and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Kaunakakai, HI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Kaunakakai have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Kaunakakai, HI$5,584/mo$5,193/mo+7.5%
Hawaii$5,450/mo$5,193/mo+4.9%
National$3,251/mo$3,160/mo+2.9%
Kaunakakai, HI
2024 average cost:$5,584/mo
2023 average cost:$5,193/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
Hawaii
2024 average cost:$5,450/mo
2023 average cost:$5,193/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,160/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Kaunakakai

Recent reviews for independent living in Kaunakakai

Holiday Kalama Heights in Kihei, HI

4.0
I'm currently a resident at Holiday Kalama Heights. Overall, my experience at this facility has been good. However, what they need most is more staff. I hear from the other residents that have been here longer than me that the quality has gone down after Atria took over ownership of the ...
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The Ivy at Hawaii Kai in Honolulu, HI

5.0
My husband (with dementia,) find the Ivy safe with emergency drills at the last tsunami warning 10 days ago, cleanliness in all areas kept up well, has many daily activities to choose from, dining a pleasure (but of course some do not care for what is served, dining service very good, ...
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Kaunakakai independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kaunakakai independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kaunakakai, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kaunakakai independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kaunakakai partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kaunakakai, HINational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kaunakakai independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kaunakakai communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kaunakakai, HINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kaunakakai independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Kaunakakai offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kaunakakai, HINational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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