North Shore Kauai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kauai Island featuring general coastal views, island views and a gorge or canyon
Kauai Island which includes forest scenes and a cascade
Photo provided by Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
Photo provided by Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
Kilauea showing general coastal views
Princeville showing a sunset

Where to stay in North Shore Kauai

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Kaiulani

Though Kaiulani may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Princeville Center and Hanalei Valley Lookout.

Kaiulani
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Hanalei Palms

When in Hanalei Palms, you can plan a visit to Hanalei Bay and Hanalei Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hanalei Palms
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Queen Emmas Bluffs

While Queen Emmas Bluffs may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Princeville Center and Hanalei Valley Lookout.

Queen Emmas Bluffs
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

5 out of 5
5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, HI
The price is AU$1,700 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$1,700
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! (255 reviews)
"Beautiful facility. Can be a little confusing on your first day, but eventually you figure it out."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

4 out of 5
3838 Wyllie Rd, Princeville, HI
The price is AU$708 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$708
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing location"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas
The Cliffs at Princeville

The Cliffs at Princeville

3.5 out of 5
3811 Edward Road, Princeville, HI
The price is AU$570 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$570
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf aparthotel in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (235 reviews)
"This was a very nice property in all aspects. Parking was easy and amenities inside condo and on property were great and clean. Staff always available and helpful, kind and friendly. The Mai tai Monday and produce market on property were added benefits! Breakfast food truck also nice option! Thank ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

The Cliffs at Princeville
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The Cliffs at Princeville

The Cliffs at Princeville

3.5 out of 5
3811 Edward Road, Princeville, HI
Stay at this 3.5-star golf aparthotel in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (235 reviews)
"This was a very nice property in all aspects. Parking was easy and amenities inside condo and on property were great and clean. Staff always available and helpful, kind and friendly. The Mai tai Monday and produce market on property were added benefits! Breakfast food truck also nice option! Thank ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

The Cliffs at Princeville
Makai Club Resort

Makai Club Resort

3.5 out of 5
4180 Lei O Papa Road, Princeville, HI
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (377 reviews)
"It was perfect for our little family"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Makai Club Resort
Hanalei Bay Resort

Hanalei Bay Resort

3 out of 5
5380 Honoiki Road, Princeville, HI
Stay at this 3-star condo in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (469 reviews)
"Condo was roomy, clean and updated. Ground beautiful. Transportation to & from beach was great!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Hanalei Bay Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Hanalei Bay

Hanalei Bay

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hanalei Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in Hanalei. Wander the beautiful beaches in this romantic area.

Hanalei Bay
Anini Beach featuring a sandy beach

Anini Beach

4/5(5 reviews)

Appreciate the absolute calm in this sheltered bay and spot rays and octopuses amid the colorful fish around the coral reef.

Anini Beach
Makua Beach

Makua Beach

5/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Makua Beach during your travels in Hanalei? Discover the sunrises and mountain views in this relaxing area.

Makua Beach
Ke'e Beach

Ke'e Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ke'e Beach during your travels in Haena?

Ke'e Beach
Hanalei Beach

Hanalei Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hanalei Beach during your trip to Hanalei? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Hanalei Beach
Hideaways Beach

Hideaways Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Hideaways Beach during your travels in Princeville? Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Hideaways Beach

Cities near North Shore Kauai

Kalaheo showing a garden and a river or creek

Kalaheo

Photo by Kendra McCloud Petersen

Kalihiwai

Wainiha

Wainiha

Haena featuring rugged coastline, mountains and a beach

Haena

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