Kawaihau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Matt Anderson Photography
Photo by Matt Anderson Photography

Popular places to visit

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
Kealia Forest Reserve

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
Waipouli Beach

Waipouli Beach

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

Waipouli Beach
Kapa'a Beach Park

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

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

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

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

AU$26
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

AU$189
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise

Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise

AU$173
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
VIP Triple Trail Expedition

Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition

AU$297
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

AU$53
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket

Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket

AU$191
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket
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Our pick of the best Kawaihau Hotel Deals

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$711 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$711
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,024 reviews)
Great for couples
"Gorgeous hotel! Staff is so amazing and kind to help or answer any questions or needs. Room was very spacious and clean. Wifi was a bit slow/spotty at times - same with the TV in our room (slow to navigate). HUGE pool with amazing food/bev service. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay and would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
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$358 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$358
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,025 reviews)
"Had a cottage with a short walk to the ocean. Very comfortable room with a separate bedroom. Staff was exceptionally helpful with checking after a flight delay."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
The price is AU$394 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$394
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,353 reviews)
"Rreal hot tub, pool, and ocean all within 100 yards + free bikes right on the trail + cool vibe throughout property!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

5 out of 5
5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, HI
The price is AU$1,663 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$1,663
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews)
"Best hotel on the island"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
The price is AU$489 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$489
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,395 reviews)
"We had a beautiful time at this resort! The pools are absolutely amazing. We loved the easy access to the beach. The view from our room was breathtaking and peaceful. I really appreciated how the staff would come in every day and give us new towels and clean up the sand in the bathroom and on the ..."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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$1,097 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$1,097
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay here! Great restaurants, and the pool areas are amazing. Very relaxing and tranquil"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
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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 Wailua River State Park.

Wailua Homesteads
Sleeping Giant Trailhead showing general coastal views

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
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Waipouli

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

Waipouli

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