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

This is a pretty chill beach but has rocks close to shore. Not great to skim on if fall. Not much surf and is affected by the trade winds but great to relax at.

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
This trail doesn't look difficult from this spot but don't let that fool you #adventure #hiking

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
#EndlessSummer

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
Kamokila Hawaiian Village featuring indigenous culture and a garden

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.

Kamokila Hawaiian Village

Activities

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
VIP Triple Trail Expedition

Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition

AU$326
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
Explore more than ever before

Kauai Snorkeling Adventure

AU$138
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kauai Snorkeling Adventure
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Our pick of the best Kawaihau Hotel Deals

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr Lihue HI
The price is AU$499 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
AU$499
5 Feb - 6 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! (1,474 reviews)
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

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop Kapaa HI
The price is AU$594 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
AU$594
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Location is very convenient, rooms are clean and the stuff is friendly

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
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$470 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$470
15 Feb - 16 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! (1,208 reviews)
Room was tired

Reviewed on 19 Jan 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$1,395 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
AU$1,395
14 Feb - 15 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! (1,001 reviews)
Grounds and staff excellent.. food & dining options need improvement.. pool side bars need longer hours

Reviewed on 14 Jan 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$255 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$255
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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! (442 reviews)
The room was clean and the staff are very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd Kapaa HI
The price is AU$490 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$490
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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)
Truly authentic Hawaii. If you’re looking for a resort with a waterfall fountain, this is not your place. It is a place the locals go to sip cocktails and have a meal at the oceanfront Lava Lava Beach Club. Kauai Shotes is clean and the service is wonderful!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Kauai Shores 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 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
Serenity

Waipouli

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

Waipouli

Kawaihau Travel Guide

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