Kawaihau, HI

Kapaa
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Popular places to visit

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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
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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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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
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Waipouli Beach

4/5(1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Waipouli Beach
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Opaekaa Falls

4.5/5(28 reviews)

See the chutes of this glorious, accessible waterfall from the highway, before getting close to enjoy excellent picnic and photo opportunities.

Opaekaa Falls
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Kapa'a Beach Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kapa'a Beach Park, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Kapa'a Beach Park

Things to do

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Kauai's South & East small group tour. Legends & Waterfalls

$183
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Kauai's South & East small group tour. Legends & Waterfalls
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Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

$30
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
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Kauai Highlights Small Group Tour. A taste of the South & West

$225
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Highlights Small Group Tour. A taste of the South & West
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Become a princess for the day!

$400
Per adult
Become a princess for the day!
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Wailua Valley & Waterfalls Audio Driving Tour

$20
Per adult
Wailua Valley & Waterfalls Audio Driving Tour
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Kauai Sea Kayaking 10 mile tour - Na Pali Iki (Polihale to Milolii)

$275
Per adult
Kauai Sea Kayaking 10 mile tour - Na Pali Iki (Polihale to Milolii)
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Kawaihau Hotel Deals

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
The price is $306 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$306
$402 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"The property was well maintained"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2024

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
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 $389 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
$389
$508 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Book a 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 our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"We upgraded to a very nice room with a perfect view across the pool to the beach and the bay. We woke up at sun-rise every morning, threw open the curtains and the sliding glass doors, and had our breakfast on our balcony enjoying a restful morning. Restful, that is, until the construction began ..."

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is $312 per night from Jun 17 to Jun 18
$312
$415 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (677 reviews)
Great inside manager
"The manager David was excellent- he changed our room/ later we saw him out on property cleaning chairs and making everything look organized - I believe the hotel was short staffed and he was being a jack of all trades- good manager"

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
5 out of 5
5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, HI
The price is $900 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$900
$1,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hanalei Bay and Puupoa Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)
"Staff are excellent!"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
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 $764 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$764
$966 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Book a stay at this beach 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Awesome place for family weekend, great pool and great staff. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Kauai Shores Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel
3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
The price is $329 per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
$329
$423 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,044 reviews)
"Very nice & updated property! They have plants you can bring to your room to take care of while you’re staying there, which is so cute! The only issue I had was with parking, since there is construction they take up a lot of the parking spots so by 5-6pm all the spots are taken and you’ll have to ..."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024

Kauai Shores Hotel
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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 Kadavul Hindu Temple.

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 Kadavul Hindu Temple or Kaua'i's Hindu Monastery.

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 Sleeping Giant Trailhead are top sights worth seeing.

Wailua House Lots
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