Kawaihau Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
Wailua Falls
Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.
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.
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.
Kamokila Hawaiian Village
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kamokila Hawaiian Village during your trip to Kapaa. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
Activities
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats
Our pick of the best Kawaihau Hotel Deals
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
very nice place, clean, friendly, everything is very over priced! We were fortunate not to have to pay 40 a day for parking this trip. also, make sure you become a member for free and you will receive 15% off of all food at resort.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
The rooms were clean and well kept, and the staff was very friendly and hospitable. The only thing I had a problem with was the $25 daily fee for parking and the $25 fee for daily activities, such as feeding the koi. That increased our cost for the stay by $350. If this was known upfront I may have ...
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Wow, this place exceeded all of my expectations and then some! If you’re staying in Kauai, this is the place you want to be. The property is absolutely stunning both inside and outside. The pool/beach was top tier as well. Definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Kaua'i Palms Hotel
Had a very good experience.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Kauai Shores Hotel
Overall a clean room and convenient location. Grounds were pretty and nice beach in front of hotel. I'm not sure what resort fees were for....there was yoga on the lawn in the mornings but signs at location said would cost $20/day. The one day (of our 3 day stay) I tried to get beach towels, the ...
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Spotless room even under UV light …. Amazing views amd ammenities
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau
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.
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 Kamokila Hawaiian Village.
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Waipouli
While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.
