Waipouli Travel Guide
Kapaa
Popular places to visit
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
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.
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.
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.
Opaekaa Falls
See the chutes of this glorious, accessible waterfall from the highway, before getting close to enjoy excellent picnic and photo opportunities.
Things to do
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai Wailua Valley & Waterfalls Audio Driving Tour
50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Hughes 500 Helicopter Tour
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
Top hotels in Waipouli
Kauai Shores Hotel
This is the perfect hotel. A bar for dad, games for kids and the beach for mom! The most relaxing vacation I have ever had!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
The property was spacious and there was plenty of pool/beach chairs available. The rooms and shared areas were all clean to a high standard. The staff we encountered were friendly. The views from this property were beautiful. Also a short walk to local shops and other restaurants.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Beautiful view, very quiet. Felt like only ones there. Rooms are a bit small but sufficient. Note we booked here as they had a restaurant but when we checked in we were notified it was closed for renovations and has been a long time. Very disappointed it was not noted on their website.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Aston Islander on the Beach
I was able to have a great ocean view and pool view fromthe third floor. The room wasa little outdated, however the location made up for it! Beach is just steps away and close to food placs/shopping. Love the walking path which runs parallell. Staff were eceptionally pleasant. Since i had view of ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Waipouli Beach Resorts & Spa Kauai by OUTRIGGER
The pool and beach are amazing at this resort. It is well situated to enjoy the North shore Princeville and the Waimea Canyon. The two large bathrooms were perfect fir traveling with an extended family. My granddaughter loved the sand Keiki pool. We had an amazing stay!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Plantation Hale Suites
Beautiful location and convenient
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waipouli
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Kawaihau
If you're spending some time in Kawaihau, Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapahi Park are top sights worth seeing.
Kapahi
When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapa'a Beach Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Opaekaa Falls.
