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
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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
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

river boat sailing on river in Kauai

Fern Grotto Cruise

AU$50
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Fern Grotto Cruise
Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket

Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket

AU$178
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Princeville Botanical Gardens Tour and Chocolate Tasting Ticket
three Hula dancers at luau in Kauai

Smith Family Garden Luau

AU$212
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$24
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$50
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
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
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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$734 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$734
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,117 reviews)
Amazing view of the ocean from the 10th floor. Had a beautiful lanai that gave us extra space.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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$433 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$433
11 Mar - 12 Mar
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! (1,280 reviews)
There was a gentleman the 1st day that was so helpful, tips and tricks around the way. However, sadly our last night I got up to use the restroom in the middle of the night and there we baby roaches in the restroom. Killed them over and over again, informed the front desk. Lady said she could give ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr Lihue HI
The price is AU$602 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$602
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (1,520 reviews)
Kinda weird to get to the elevator

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd Kapaa HI
The price is AU$450 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$450
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! (1,414 reviews)
No view but price reflects that. Beach is very close. Restaurant is very good!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
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 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$231
5 Mar - 6 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! (538 reviews)
Comfy.. safe . A few bugs in the room . But I guess that’s island life .

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
Sheraton Kauai Resort

Sheraton Kauai Resort

4 out of 5
2440 Hoonani Rd Koloa HI
The price is AU$896 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$896
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Koloa. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Great room right by the beach. Great beach ocean view and even saw a munk seal

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Sheraton Kauai Resort
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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 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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