Kawaihau Travel Guide

Kapaa

Photo by Matt Anderson Photography
Photo by Matt Anderson Photography

Popular places to visit

Wailua Falls featuring forests and a cascade

Wailua Falls

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

Wailua Falls
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
Kealia Forest Reserve

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
Waipouli Beach

Waipouli Beach

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

Waipouli Beach
Kapa'a Beach Park

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
Opaekaa Falls showing a cascade and mountains

Opaekaa Falls

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

Opaekaa Falls

Things to do

Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

£92
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
three Hula dancers at luau in Kauai

Smith Family Garden Luau

£111
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Smith Family Garden Luau
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

£107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

£26
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

£119
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

£236
per traveller
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour
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Top hotels in Kawaihau

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 £326 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£326
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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 their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms were large and well maintained. Pool area was excellent although wish there had been a little more shade available. Restaurants great. Beach is in a cove but so nice with some great waves for jumping through. Lots of shopping and restaurants within walking distance. Would recommend a car if ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

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 £300 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£300
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"We loved our stay here with our family of 4! There were lots of resort activities, the beach front wasn’t swimmable but perfect for lounging or sunrises. The food was fantastic. Staff was super friendly and everywhere was very clean. Highly recommend their luau."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
The price is £184 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£184
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,321 reviews)
"The beds were extremely soft and the food was incredible!!!"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
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 £176 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
£176
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
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 £639 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
£639
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice property, however, it was not beach front and the nearby beach had rocky sands."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
The price is £291 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£291
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,384 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau

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Kapahi

When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Ho'opi'i Falls and Kealia Forest Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 Wailua River State Park.

Wailua Homesteads
Sleeping Giant Trailhead showing general coastal views

Wailua House Lots

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

While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.

Waipouli

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