Kawaihau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

For a fine art print visit www.mattandersonphotography.com Upper Ho’opi’i Falls is a small waterfall along Kapa’a Stream. It’s near the town of Kapa’a on the east side of Kauai. I’ve been to +16 islands, and this has to be the prettiest waterfall I have ever experienced. When I was crossing the top of the falls, I fell, gear and all. Luckily I was able to absorb most the impact of my gear (flat on my back). One foot closer to the edge, and I would have surely slid down the falls to the vicious bottom. Kauai, Hawaii

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Waipouli Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?

Waipouli Beach
Wailua Falls which includes a cascade and forests

Wailua Falls

4/5(20 reviews)

Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.

Wailua Falls
Smith Family Garden Luau featuring a fountain

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.

Smith's Tropical Paradise
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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.

Kapa'a Beach Park
Ho'opi'i Falls along the Kapa'a Stream near the Kapa'a town; Kauai, Hawaii, United States of America

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.

Kealia Forest Reserve
Opaekaa Falls featuring a cascade and mountains

Opaekaa Falls

4/5(1 review)

See the chutes of this glorious, accessible waterfall from the highway, before getting close to enjoy excellent picnic and photo opportunities.

Opaekaa Falls

Activities

river boat sailing on river in Kauai

Fern Grotto Cruise

AU$50
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Fern Grotto Cruise
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

AU$50
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii

Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii

AU$24
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

AU$177
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Helicopter Tour

50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Hughes 500 Helicopter Tour

AU$523
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Hughes 500 Helicopter Tour
Entire Kauai Airplane Tour with All Window Seats

Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats

AU$225
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats
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Our pick of the best Kawaihau Hotel Deals

Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd Kapaa HI
The price is AU$449 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$449
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,426 reviews)
New updated rooms. Great amenities throughout the hotel. Great staff

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

3.5 out of 5
3-5920 Kuhio Hwy Lihue HI
The price is AU$381 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$381
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,297 reviews)
Solid for a Hilton Garden Inn. If you're expecting a resort, you won't find it. But it's great place if you're honest with expectations. Great location for families with beach and playgrounds steps away.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.5 out of 5
3610 Rice Street Lihue HI
The price is AU$729 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$729
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,136 reviews)
Everything was beautiful. My only issue was when sitting at the pool, I love a staff member to wait on me. The waiter told us about the QR code to view the menu but never came back to take our order. Instead, I had to walk to the bar to order myself and then go back to pick it up. Yes, the walking ...

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr Lihue HI
The price is AU$532 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$532
16 Apr - 17 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,525 reviews)
Ocean view was beautiful, pool was beautiful, but there were so many leaks, and construction going on for the amount of money they charge for resort fees. You also have to basically park inside a swimming pool if it has rained

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
1571 Poipu Road Koloa HI
The price is AU$1,525 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$1,525
18 Apr - 19 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was perfect

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Kaua'i Palms Hotel

Kaua'i Palms Hotel

2 out of 5
2931 Kalena St Lihue HI
The price is AU$231 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$231
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Nawiliwili Harbor and Huleʻia National Wildlife Refuge ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (565 reviews)
Pretty clean but dated. No kitchen. Small fridge. Cafes nearby. Good enough for a late night arrival. Bring ear plugs!

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau

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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.

Kapahi
Kamokila Hawaiian Village featuring signage and a park

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 Kuilau Ridge Trail.

Wailua Homesteads
Yum Ice Cream & Espresso

Wailua House Lots

If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Sleeping Giant Trailhead are top sights worth seeing.

Wailua House Lots
Wailua Falls, Kauai, Hawaii

Waipouli

While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.

Waipouli

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