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 Nawiliwili Park.

Nawiliwili
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 Kadavul Hindu Temple or Kaua'i's Hindu Monastery.

Wailua Homesteads
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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 Hanalei Valley Lookout are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kaiulani
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, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Wailua House Lots
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 1,169 per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1
AED 1,169
AED 1,553 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
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! (867 reviews)
"Great experience!"

Reviewed on 16 February 2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Kauai Shores Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel
3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
The price is AED 951 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
AED 951
AED 1,252 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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! (1,104 reviews)
"We just spent a week at Kauai Shores and cannot think of a single negative. This resort is outstanding. If you are looking for a clean, well-run, place for real people this is for you. If you want a pretentious glamour resort full of complaining guests go elsewhere. We had activity plans every day ..."

Reviewed on 16 February 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
3.5 out of 5
3-5920 Kuhio Hwy, Lihue, HI
The price is AED 951 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
AED 951
AED 1,231 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice to place to stay. Beach access and very nice beach for snorkeling"

Reviewed on 13 February 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
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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! (891 reviews)
"Advertised Swimming Pool on property. Required to cross main road to reach pool. Not on property."

Reviewed on 29 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (300 reviews)
"The place is lovely. All the staff were wonderful. It was nice and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed staying there"

Reviewed on 13 February 2025

Makai Club Resort
Kauai Beach Villas
Kauai Beach Villas
4 out of 5
4330 Kauai Beach Drive, Lihue, HI
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (440 reviews)
"Great location, all round good place to be on the island. Our room was a bit updated, better than the pictures shown. Recommend getting a place like this with a kitchen as groceries and going out for dinner are not cheap. Also rent a car and do some day trips and then finish it off with some beers ..."

Reviewed on 9 February 2025

Kauai Beach Villas
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Popular places to visit

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
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
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 seaside 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
Sunset from the Beach House restaurant in Poipu, Kauai

Lawai Beach

4.5/5(60 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Lawai Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Koloa. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.

Lawai Beach