Wailua, HI
Travel Guide
![Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path which includes general coastal views, rocky coastline and a pebble beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/241000/241848-Wailua.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path showing hiking or walking and general coastal views as well as a couple](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/241000/241844-Wailua.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path showing rocky coastline, a pebble beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/241000/241847-Wailua.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path which includes waves, general coastal views and rugged coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/241000/241845-Wailua.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path featuring general coastal views, rocky coastline and cycling](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/241000/241846-Wailua.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Wailua
Where to stay in Wailua
![Sleeping Giant Trailhead which includes general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/176000/176211-Sleeping-Giant-Trailhead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Wailua Beach and Lae Nani Beach are top sights worth seeing.
![Kauai Shores Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9800/9733/8fca0faa_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 February 2025
![Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25700/25681/w3995h2664x0y0-04dc9120_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 February 2025
![Aston Islander on the Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19200/19109/fff2fd62_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 5 February 2025
![Plantation Hale Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6655/dec6d7b1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 1 February 2025
!["Ocean View Oasis: Enjoy Tranquil Coconut Tree Views Overlooking Beautiful Wailua Bay!"](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19297800/19297776/45c9b570_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 20 January 2025
![Fern Grotto Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2320000/2318500/2318443/b1a47130_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 22 January 2025
Popular places to visit
![Wailua Falls which includes a cascade and forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/176000/176274-Wailua-Falls.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Wailua Falls
Enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and explore Wailua Falls, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
![Smith Family Garden Luau featuring a fountain](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/176000/176067-Kapaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Smith's Tropical Paradise
Explore the great outdoors at Smith's Tropical Paradise, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
![This trail doesn't look difficult from this spot but don't let that fool you
#adventure #hiking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6f2e0f46b092afa086f1d02c745dad5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kealia Forest Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Kealia Forest Reserve, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
![This is a pretty chill beach but has rocks close to shore. Not great to skim on if fall. Not much surf and is affected by the trade winds but great to relax at.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/135b7855f702ecbea2aa1f224e4958ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
![#EndlessSummer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/20459cd818a05ba6d880e1c963c0447d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kapa'a Beach Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kapa'a Beach Park, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
![Kamokila Hawaiian Village which includes indigenous culture and a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/242000/242258-Kamokila-Hawaiian-Village.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kamokila Hawaiian Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kamokila Hawaiian Village during your trip to Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.