Kauai, HI

Travel Guide
Kauai Island which includes island images, general coastal views and mountains
Kilauea showing general coastal views
Princeville which includes a sunset
NaPali Coast State Park featuring a gorge or canyon
Kauai Island showing a gorge or canyon, general coastal views and island images

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Where to stay in Kauai

Poipu showing a beach, tropical scenes and landscape views

Poipu

4.5/5(365 area reviews)

Boasting high-end hotels, resorts, and two main shopping centers, Poʻipū offers a luxurious stay. Explore attractions like Allerton Garden, Mahaulepu Beach, and Spouting Horn for a memorable experience.

Poipu
Lihue featuring a lake or waterhole, mountains and forests

Nawiliwili

4.5/5(181 area reviews)

While visiting Nawiliwili, you might make a stop by sights like Nawiliwili Harbor and Kalapaki Beach.

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Hanamaulu

4.5/5(338 area reviews)

Travelers to Hanamaulu praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Hanamaulu Beach Park and Nukolii Beach Park.

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Kaiulani

Kaiulani might not have many top sights, but Princeville Center and Princeville Makai Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kaiulani
Kamokila Hawaiian Village showing a park and signage

Wailua Homesteads

You'll enjoy the waterfalls and riverfront in Wailua Homesteads. You might want to make time for a stop at Kaua'i's Hindu Monastery or Kadavul Hindu Temple.

Wailua Homesteads
Sleeping Giant Trailhead which includes general coastal views

Wailua House Lots

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Wailua Beach and Lae Nani Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Wailua House Lots
Kauai Shores Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel
3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
The price is SAR 706 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
SAR 706
SAR 966 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,123 reviews)
"Loved the hotel and the pools. Plenty of fun at Lav Lava restaurant. Highly recommended this motel."

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is SAR 1,163 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
SAR 1,163
SAR 1,550 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (840 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful!"

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
The price is SAR 1,010 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
SAR 1,010
SAR 1,347 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,190 reviews)
"Nice location, quiet"

Reviewed on 7 January 2025

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
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Plantation Hale Suites
Plantation Hale Suites
3 out of 5
525 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Kapaa. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, 2 spa tubs, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,535 reviews)
"Plantation Hale is our home away from home. Always great."

Reviewed on 5 January 2025

Plantation Hale Suites
Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER
Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER
3 out of 5
2253 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Poipu Beach and Poipu Shopping Village ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (886 reviews)
"Property location great with nice access to beach and gym. Consistent with other reviewers, the property is old. They do maintain the lawn grounds very nicely but the furniture inside appartment is dated. Otherwise great stay. If the rate was better, would come again but booked last minute and had ..."

Reviewed on 2 January 2025

Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER
Makai Club Resort
Makai Club Resort
3.5 out of 5
4180 Lei O Papa Road, Princeville, HI
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (295 reviews)
"This property perhaps is best appreciated by thinking of it as a 'condo ' rather than a posh resort. Very well run, clean, close attention to detail, free parking, loaner beach gear etc. If you are expecting water slides and a lazy river...no. Medium sized pool w/ hot tub that we rarely shared w/ ..."

Reviewed on 17 December 2024

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Popular places to visit

Poipu Beach featuring a beach

Poipu Beach

4.5/5(916 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Poipu Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Koloa. Wander the seaside and picturesque gardens in this romantic area.

Poipu Beach
Hanalei Bay

Hanalei Bay

4.5/5(905 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hanalei Bay during your travels in Hanalei. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Hanalei Bay
Kalapaki Beach which includes a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views

Nawiliwili Bay

4.5/5(364 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nawiliwili Bay during your travels in Lihue. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.

Nawiliwili Bay
Anini Beach which includes a sandy beach

Anini Beach

4.5/5(383 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Anini Beach during your travels in Kilauea? Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside, or seek out the snorkeling spots.

Anini Beach
Kalapaki Beach featuring a beach

Kalapaki Beach

4.5/5(660 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Kalapaki Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lihue. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.

Kalapaki Beach
Waimea Canyon featuring a gorge or canyon

Waimea Canyon

5/5(1,035 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Waimea Canyon, a lovely green space in Waimea. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Waimea Canyon