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Hotels in Kapaa
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Sep 4 - Sep 6Top 5 hotels in Kapaa at a glance
- Kauai Shores Hotel — 3.5-star hotel in Waipouli. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
- Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort — 4-star hotel in Waipouli. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.
- Aston Islander on the Beach — 3-star hotel in Waipouli. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
- Hotel Coral Reef — 2.5-star hotel in Kapaa. Guest rating: 8.4/10 — Very Good.
- THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham — 3.5-star hotel in Waipouli. Guest rating: 8.4/10 — Very Good.
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Kauai Shores Hotel
Kauai Shores HotelWaipouli
CNY1,385
CNY1,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach ResortWaipouli
CNY2,051
CNY2,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Aston Islander on the Beach
Aston Islander on the BeachWaipouli
CNY1,231
CNY1,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hotel Coral Reef
Hotel Coral ReefKapaa
CNY1,446
CNY1,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by WyndhamWaipouli
CNY1,338
CNY1,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Plantation Hale Suites
Plantation Hale SuitesWaipouli
CNY1,044
CNY1,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Plantation Hale Suites Hotel
Plantation Hale Suites HotelWaipouli
CNY485
CNY2,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HILihue
CNY1,292
CNY1,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & SpaLihue
CNY1,328
CNY1,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Kaua'i Palms Hotel
Kaua'i Palms HotelLihue
CNY998
CNY1,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort LihueLihue
CNY2,883
CNY3,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery
Tip Top Motel Cafe & BakeryLihue
CNY1,031
CNY1,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and SpaPoipu
CNY5,854
CNY7,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Hale Hokuala Kauai, Curio Collection By Hilton
Hale Hokuala Kauai, Curio Collection By HiltonLihue
CNY3,081
CNY4,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
1 Hotel Hanalei BayPrinceville
CNY6,579
CNY8,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Banyan Harbor Resort
Banyan Harbor ResortNawiliwili
CNY1,285
CNY1,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club
Marriott's Kaua'i Beach ClubLihue
CNY2,467
CNY2,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Ko'a Kea Resort on Po'ipu Beach
Ko'a Kea Resort on Po'ipu BeachPoipu
CNY3,824
CNY4,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Sheraton Kauai Resort
Sheraton Kauai ResortPoipu
CNY3,287
CNY4,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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CNY1,446
CNY1,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
CNY1,044
CNY1,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
CNY1,231
CNY1,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
CNY1,385
CNY1,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by WyndhamWaipouli
CNY1,338
CNY1,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
CNY2,051
CNY2,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
CNY485
CNY2,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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Waipouli
Waipouli's golden beaches and lush resort landscapes create the perfect backdrop for your Kauai getaway. Stroll along the shore at Waipouli Beach or snorkel in the protected lava rock pools at Lydgate Park. The nearby Coconut Marketplace offers local shopping, while the Wailua River mouth provides a scenic spot where fresh water meets the Pacific. Oceanfront restaurants serve fresh poke and Pacific Rim fusion with sunset views worth reserving ahead for. Choose from beachfront condos or resort accommodations with full kitchens and lanais. A rental car is essential for exploring beyond this walkable resort area, though local beaches are just steps away.
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Wailua House Lots
This residential slice of Kauai offers the antidote to resort tourism—real Hawaiian living among lush gardens and single-story homes. Wailua House Lots puts you minutes from Wailua Beach and the stunning Sleeping Giant Trailhead. The neighborhood hums with morning roosters and afternoon trade winds rather than tourist chatter. Your rental home here serves as the perfect launching pad for island adventures. Most visitors grab a rental car to explore nearby Wailua River kayaking or drive 10 minutes to restaurants in Kapaa. Private pools and full kitchens make these accommodations both comfortable and budget-friendly compared to beachfront alternatives.
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Wailua Homesteads
Wailua Homesteads offers a slice of authentic Hawaiian living surrounded by nature's greatest hits. Discover hidden waterfalls, peaceful hiking trails, and the serene Wailua River just minutes from your doorstep. The nearby Hindu Monastery and Kadavul Temple provide unexpected cultural gems among the lush tropical landscape. Bird songs replace alarm clocks in this peaceful residential retreat. Getting around requires wheels - rent a car to explore the neighborhood's natural wonders and make quick trips to Kapaa town for dining and groceries. Most visitors choose vacation rentals with tropical gardens and lanais for the full local experience. The quiet evenings and morning birdsong create the perfect atmosphere for anyone seeking a genuine Hawaiian neighborhood experience.
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Waipouli Beach
9.4/10 (253 reviews)
If being by the water is a major draw, Waipouli Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from central Wailua. Catch the sunset by the shore at Lae Nani Beach, just a short walk away.
Wailua Falls
9.2/10 (1,818 reviews)
Wailua Falls is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from central Kapaa, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Smith's Tropical Paradise and Kapa'a Beach Park, both nearby.
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Kapa'a Beach Park
9.2/10 (170 reviews)
If being by the water is a major draw, Kapa'a Beach Park is a spot you might want to check out when visiting central Kapaa. Catch the sunset by the shore at Fuji Beach, just a short walk away.
Smith's Tropical Paradise
9.0/10 (155 reviews)
Ready for an education in local botany? Smith's Tropical Paradise should make your list of places to visit, located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from central Kapaa. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Wailua Beach, just a short walk away.
Kealia Forest Reserve
9.2/10 (52 reviews)
Kealia Forest Reserve is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from central Kapaa, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Opaekaa Falls and Keahua Arboretum, both nearby.
Coconut Marketplace
9.0/10 (767 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Coconut Marketplace in Waipouli.
Lae Nani Beach
9.2/10 (241 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Lae Nani Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Wailua. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Waipouli Beach and Wailua Beach, both within a short walk.
Kaua'i's Hindu Monastery
9.0/10 (114 reviews)
Wailua Homesteads is home to Kaua'i's Hindu Monastery, so why not stop by during your stay in Kapaa. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
Learn more about Kapaa
Kayak the Wailua River where hidden waterfalls reward those willing to paddle beyond the tour boats. The Coconut Marketplace offers local crafts that somehow avoid tourist-trap territory, while food trucks serve poke that makes mainland versions seem like sad imitations. Ke Ala Hele Makalae path hugs the coastline, revealing secret coves where monk seals occasionally sunbathe with impressive indifference. Kealia Beach attracts surfers who've escaped Oahu's crowds, while Fuji Beach (locals call it 'Baby Beach') offers protected swimming when winter swells pound the shore. Ho'opi'i Falls requires a muddy hike that keeps away the flip-flop crowd, delivering twin cascades that look suspiciously like movie backdrops – because they are, having appeared in countless films.
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Kauai Shores Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Great locations, close to shops, restaurants, and most important - the beach. Rooms were very clean and the staff very helpful. Lava Lava was my favorite bar to enjoy snack, a beverage, and watch the waves."
Aston Islander on the Beach
10/10 Excellent
"Couldn’t recommend this place more, had a wonderful time! Can’t wait to go back!"
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
8/10 Good
"Clean room and a nice Location close to the beach with a nice beach view."
Hotel Coral Reef
10/10 Excellent
"We stayed for 1 night before heading to the North side. The hotel was comfortable and walkable distance to restaurants and down to the beach. The AC was nice to have for our August weather. The person at the front desk was very friendly and provided a list of hiking trails across the island which we appreciated! Also had complimentary bikes and beach equipment. We did not use the pool due to being closed for maintenance but we didn't mind as we spent the day exploring. Great breakfast across the street at Kountry Kitchen. Have seen some comments about roosters- FYI- they are EVERYWHERE on the island from the hotels to the Walmart parking lots lol we had them at all 3 of the properties we stayed at so it's just something to accept across the island, not a fault of any of the accommodations honestly"
Plantation Hale Suites
10/10 Excellent
"Easy check in and out process and convenient location for what I needed to to do."
Kauai Coast at the Beachboy
10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and easy."
Fern Grotto Inn
8/10 Good
"Location was very convenient. There is access to several items for excursions which is very convenient. We took advantage of that. I would recommend as a central location by the beautiful river"
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