Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
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.
Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path
You can take time to visit Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path during your travels to Kapaa. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Our pick of the best Kawaihau Hotel Deals
Kauai Shores Hotel
The check in was quick and easy .
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Great staff, good location, big room, and good food.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Great place to stay, clean, quiet, and staff were very friendly with much spirit of aloha!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Our first choice to stay when we visit Lihue. Gorgeous property, friendly staff and great food.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
The place was amazing, we loved our view. The pool was fantastic. We loved our room. I wish that there was some kind of a dress code, which I know is impossible, but the nearly naked women ruined it for families and couples.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
This was a great place for families to stay. We loved being able to self park, do laundry, and prepare meals in a location with a perfect pool and easy access to all of the tourist sites.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau
Kapahi
When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Ho'opi'i Falls and Kealia Forest Reserve, 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, Wailua Beach and Lae Nani Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Waipouli
While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.
