Kawaihau, HI

Kapaa

Photo by Matt Anderson Photography
Photo by Matt Anderson Photography

Popular places to visit

Wailua Falls which includes a cascade and forest scenes

Wailua Falls

4.5/5(862 reviews)

Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.

Wailua Falls
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
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

4/5(1 review)

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

Waipouli Beach
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
#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 which includes indigenous culture and a garden

Kamokila Hawaiian Village

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kamokila Hawaiian Village during your trip to Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Kamokila Hawaiian Village

Things to do

three Hula dancers at luau in Kauai

Smith Family Garden Luau

￥21,806
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Smith Family Garden Luau
Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

￥18,075
per traveler
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

￥19,521
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

￥21,091
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure
Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide

Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide

￥18,075
per adult
Kauai Adventure: Kayak & Hike to Secret Falls with Expert Guide
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

￥5,060
per traveler
80% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
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Kawaihau Hotel Deals

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 ￥27,083 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
￥27,083
￥36,237 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (1,002 reviews)
"I liked the location near the national park. I didn’t like the price of the room and then still having to pay for $25 per person for breakfast. It makes a family vacation way more expensive just to feed my kids"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 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 ￥28,953 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
￥28,953
￥39,300 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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! (1,241 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Very clean rooms and facilities. The views are beautiful and close to shops and eateries. The grounds are beautiful and lush. Our family had a fantastic time here."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
5 out of 5
5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥143,503 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
￥143,503
￥179,404 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (196 reviews)
"Amazing. Beautiful place with some of the best snorkeling on site"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
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 ￥58,051 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
￥58,051
￥76,200 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"When we arrived, they gave us a complimentary room upgrade. Every staff member we met and spoke with were extremely accommodating and polite. We loved our stay, can’t wait to return!"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
4.5 out of 5
2641 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
The price is ￥106,208 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
￥106,208
￥131,105 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here for our honeymoon. Lovely property, would return!"

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is ￥42,949 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
￥42,949
￥57,528 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (994 reviews)
"Check in was smooth."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
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Other neighborhoods around Kawaihau

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Kapahi

While there might not be top attractions in Kapahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapa'a Beach Park.

Kapahi
Kamokila Hawaiian Village showing a park and signage

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 Kadavul Hindu Temple.

Wailua Homesteads
Sleeping Giant Trailhead which includes general coastal views

Wailua House Lots

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

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

If you're spending some time in Waipouli, Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Waipouli

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