Kawaihau
Kapaa
Visit Kawaihau
Popular places to visit
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
Smith's Tropical Paradise
Embark on a journey down the river to this traditional family luau with feasts, music and shows in a tropical environment.
Wailua Falls
Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.
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.
Kapa'a Beach Park
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kapa'a Beach Park during your trip to Kapaa? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path
You can take time to visit Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path during your travels to Kapaa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Koloa Zipline Tour - 8 line zip featuring 3 of the longest lines on Kauai
Top hotels in Kawaihau
Kauai Shores Hotel
"Gem of a stay in Kauai, so retro and fun"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
"Beautiful property. The rooms were large and clean. The pool is huge. Walking around the property and seeing the gardens is amazing. The only problem was the Luau staff at the hotel. They were very rude and would yell at you to get out of the way, and you were not allowed to stand on your walk back ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
"Not too happy that I paid for the hotel and then had to pay a resort fee and a parking fee.. tourism has destroyed Hawaii and made it the United States cash cow.. it’s ruining everyone’s time here. Unnecessary fees for everything."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
"We appreciated the staff during our stay—they were friendly and helpful throughout our visit. Unfortunately, the property itself was not what we expected based on the photos. The hotel appears quite dated and in need of significant maintenance. There was a strong sewage odor near the pool area during ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Kaua'i Palms Hotel
"Budget option and you get what you pay for. Room is small and there’s not really anywhere to store clothes or your items. Brilliant if you want a place to come back to at night and will spend most of your day out as the room is clean and location is great. Would definitely recommend if you’re there ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
"Probably the nicest view I have ever experienced at a resort. The entire property is stunning. The food was excellent , especially so at Welina Terrace. They could use a little work on the service, no major complaints, but a few hiccups. The staff is very friendly and makes every effort for there ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Kawaihau
Waipouli
While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Wailua Homesteads
You'll enjoy the waterfalls and riverfront in Wailua Homesteads. You might want to make time for a stop at Wailua River State Park or Nounou Mountain.
Kapahi
When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapa'a Beach Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
