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.
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.
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
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.
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 check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai Lei Greeting at Lihue Airport
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Kaua'i Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour
Kawaihau Hotel Deals
Kauai Shores Hotel
We really enjoyed our stay at Kauai Shores Hotel! It was clean, easy to check-in and check-out, free parking, great restaurant on site with good live music each night. We will definitely stay here again!!
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
The staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Great place to stay, clean, quiet, and staff were very friendly with much spirit of aloha!
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Amazing staff, rooms are clean, beautiful property, easy access to major areas - especially the airport; 100% will stay here again
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Staff were nice. Hotel need some minor touch ups pool plaster and painting. Room had a musty smell but provided dehumidifier which helped. I would go back Third trip there
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
Just about everything. The pool, the breakfasts, the staff.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Kawaihau
Kapahi
While there might not be top attractions in Kapahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ho'opi'i Falls and Kealia Forest Reserve.
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
If you're spending some time in Waipouli, Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach are top sights worth seeing.
