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
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

Popular places to visit

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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

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
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
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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
Opaekaa Falls featuring a cascade and mountains

Opaekaa Falls

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$52
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Fern Grotto Cruise
three Hula dancers at luau in Kauai

Smith Family Garden Luau

AU$224
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Smith Family Garden Luau
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii

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

AU$25
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

AU$52
per traveller
82% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

AU$187
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Entire Kauai Airplane Tour with All Window Seats

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

AU$237
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$493 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$493
2 Mar - 3 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! (1,394 reviews)
Staff was friendly. They had bikes available to borrow which was great. We bikes to Kapa along the beach. Overall it was great vibes. The only downside is that we really go into the water because of the big waves.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr Lihue HI
The price is AU$549 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
AU$549
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,478 reviews)
Room was clean. Didn't like having someone come in during my stay to change a/c filters. Also some kind of construction was going on. Never saw any hotel entertainment during my stay. Appreciated the handicap parking available. Front desk was moved to one of the ballrooms and the guest computer facility ...

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
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$425 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$425
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,224 reviews)
Room was clean and updated. Check in time took way too long.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
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$1,367 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
AU$1,367
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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! (999 reviews)
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

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4 out of 5
3610 Rice Street Lihue HI
The price is AU$716 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
AU$716
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach 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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,087 reviews)
Beautiful resort with access to both pool and beach! Service was incredible.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Kaua'i Palms Hotel

Kaua'i Palms Hotel

2 out of 5
2931 Kalena St Lihue HI
The price is AU$233 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$233
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (468 reviews)
We stayed for one night and enjoyed the friendly service, convenient location, and clean comfortable room. We walked the short distance to Kauai Diner for a very tasty meal.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau

USA, Hawaii, Kauai, Kauai Multiuse Path, Kealia Beach, Aerial view

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 Kamokila Hawaiian Village.

Wailua Homesteads
Yum Ice Cream & Espresso

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 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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