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.

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

Wailua Homesteads
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Hanamaulu

4.5/5(338 area reviews)

You'll love the stunning beaches in Hanamaulu, and you might want to stick around to check out Hanamaulu Beach Park, a top place to visit.

Hanamaulu
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
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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
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is AED 1,183 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
AED 1,183
AED 1,569 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (922 reviews)
"It was centrally located and close to stores."

Reviewed on 13 April 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 729 per night from May 1 to May 2
AED 729
AED 990 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
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! (1,181 reviews)
Better Than Expected
"I have to say that this hotel’s website doesn’t do the hotel justice. We booked expecting a nice, lower-priced hotel that would mainly be a place to sleep between adventures. What we got was a wonderful hotel with a very friendly and accommodating staff. The only negative experience we had was no ..."

Reviewed on 14 April 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 out of 5
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI
The price is AED 1,536 per night from May 9 to May 10
AED 1,536
AED 2,006 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Beach on what felt like a private cove."

Reviewed on 12 April 2025

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
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Castle Kaha Lani Resort
Castle Kaha Lani Resort
3 out of 5
4460 Nehe Rd, Lihue, HI
Book a stay at this beach condo in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (743 reviews)
"The property was flawless! The crew there keeping the grounds excellent is doing an amazing job. Gazing across the terrace out to the ocean is something we will never forget. Thank you so much to all at Castle Kaha Lani Resort for an amazing experience."

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

Castle Kaha Lani Resort
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! (323 reviews)
"The staff was amazing, very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 30 March 2025

Makai Club Resort
Banyan Harbor Resort
Banyan Harbor Resort
3 out of 5
3411 Wilcox Rd, Lihue, HI
Stay at this hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a 24-hour business center, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
About as good as it will get here.
"We have stayed in a variety of places and I think that this place is just the right amount of everything. It wasn’t busy or noisy. The accommodations we exactly what we needed for a laid back family of four. The pool is great awesome location the grounds are clean."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

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Popular places to visit

Hanalei Bay

Hanalei Bay

4.5/5(905 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hanalei Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in Hanalei. Wander the beautiful beaches in this romantic 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 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
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
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