South Shore, HI

Travel Guide

Koloa featuring general coastal views
Koloa featuring signage
Koloa which includes signage
Koloa showing a sandy beach
Koloa showing shopping and interior views

Where to stay in South Shore

Poipu showing a beach, tropical scenes and landscape views

Poipu

4.5/5(365 area reviews)

Boasting high-end hotels, resorts, and two main shopping centers, Poʻipū offers a luxurious stay. Explore attractions like Allerton Garden, Mahaulepu Beach, and Spouting Horn for a memorable experience.

Poipu
Find it, fill it @ Brennecke’s Beach, Kaua’i. Please, always leave it cleaner than you found it. #TroverRT #stoplittering #kauai

Bayview

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bayview and surrounding area, you can visit Poipu Beach and Poipu Bay Golf Course.

Bayview
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Omao

Though Omao might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Poipu Beach and National Tropical Botanical Garden.

Omao
A quick rain, followed by a sunny evening

Old Koloa Town

When in Old Koloa Town, you can plan a visit to Prince Kuhio Park and Lawai Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Koloa Town
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 ￥76,090 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
￥76,090
￥96,809 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
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! (1,014 reviews)
"We had an amazing time at the pool with our 4 year old twin boys. There were so many unique places for them to play and splash around. The views from the 3 bedroom villa were amazing and it was really easy to get around the island from this location. Highly recommend Kōloa landing if you are staying ..."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
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 ￥85,097 per night from Oct 2 to Oct 3
￥85,097
￥110,142 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean and the scenery"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas

Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas

4 out of 5
2440 Hoonani Road, Koloa, HI
The price is ￥48,883 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
￥48,883
￥57,664 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (633 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Great room with good kitchen amenities and washer/dryer. Staff was lovely."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas
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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.
Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER

Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER

3 out of 5
2253 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Poipu Beach and Poipu Shopping Village ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (962 reviews)
"Location was ideal, only complaint was no a/c and we had an issue with pests. But I would stay again just would request different unit"

Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER
Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows

Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows

3 out of 5
2253B Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,028 reviews)
"To start, I’d recommend absolutely going for Ocean View. Quiet, peaceful. The beach is beautiful, the lawns and greenery are very well kept, the property is very, very nice. The condo was perfectly fine, a comfortable bed, fans kept me cool, kitchen nicely organized. Several BBQs available for grilling. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025

Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows
Waiohai Beach House: Poipu Beachfront Estate

Waiohai Beach House: Poipu Beachfront Estate

Koloa
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Poipu Beach and Brennecke Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"The house was amazing! The location and pool adjacent to the beach just cannot be beat. House was very comfortable for a family of 9 with 3 kids. During our stay the refrigerator broke and they brought over a replacement with coolers of ice within an hour. The range didn’t work well but was functional. ..."

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025

Waiohai Beach House: Poipu Beachfront Estate
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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

Poipu Beach featuring a beach

Poipu Beach

4.5/5(916 reviews)

Visit one of the world’s best beaches, with coves of white sand and clear water decorating the Sunny South Side.

Poipu Beach
Sunset from the Beach House restaurant in Poipu, Kauai

Lawai Beach

4.5/5(60 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Lawai Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Koloa. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.

Lawai Beach
Shipwreck Beach is a great place to stay while visiting Kauai, it's a beach with great sand, big waves and fantastic sunsets. #LifeAtExpedia

Shipwreck Beach

4.5/5(39 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Shipwreck Beach during your travels in Koloa? Amble around this romantic area's seaside, or seek out the snorkeling spots.

Shipwreck Beach
Beautiful rainbow at Baby beach.

Baby Beach

4.5/5(61 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Baby Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Koloa. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the snorkeling spots.

Baby Beach
Allerton Botanical Garden showing a garden and forests

National Tropical Botanical Garden

4.5/5(49 reviews)

Enjoy a picnic with a view of the waterfalls and fountains in this serene garden decorated with sculptures and art pieces.

National Tropical Botanical Garden
Poipu Beach featuring a beach

Brennecke Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Brennecke Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Koloa. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

Brennecke Beach

Cities near South Shore

Lihue showing a beach and a coastal town

Lihue

Koloa which includes general coastal views and a beach

Koloa

Kalaheo showing a river or creek and a park

Kalaheo