South Shore Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Beautiful sunrise on the southeast coast of Kaua’i. Taking during a family vacation here in June.
Photographing sunsets. The camera is such an integral part of our travels. We take a lot of pictures with our phones and post those as we go. We edit the SLR pics when we get home and try to share the best of those. We really dig Trover and the online community it provides. Thanks Trover!

#GoldenHour
Tandem zip linnig at Kipu Ranch Kauai, Hawaii.  Pretty much an all day adventure. This was so much fun. It is expensive, but well worth it.
I would recommend visiting right before sunset. Watching the sunset and the reflection while listening to the waves, the blowhole, and the occasional rooster is super relaxing. It's fun standing right next to the blowhole and waiting for the water to spray out. I believe there are signs against going past the fences but a lot of people ignore it...

We visited in January and would definitely recommend visiting it!
I wouldn't go out of your way for the Spouting Horn but if you are near by it's kinda cool. #lifeatexpedia #kauai #hawaii

Where to stay in South Shore

Poipu featuring a sandy beach, tropical scenes and landscape views

Poipu

4/5(1 area review)

Poipu is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Poipu Shopping Village and Kiahuna Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Koloa.

Poipu
Wide panorama of the coastline around Lawa'i beach near Poipu on the south coast of Kauai

Bayview

Bayview might not have many top sights, but Poipu Bay Golf Course and Shipwreck Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bayview
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Omao

When in Omao, you can plan a visit to Koloa History Center and Lawai Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Omao
ATV Waterfall Tour - can swim here :)

Old Koloa Town

While there might not be top attractions in Old Koloa Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Koloa History Center and Prince Kuhio Park.

Old Koloa Town
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 Rp12.057.543 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
Rp12.057.543
Rp15.417.759 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Amazing

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Sheraton Kauai Resort

Sheraton Kauai Resort

4 out of 5
2440 Hoonani Rd Koloa HI
The price is Rp6.409.269 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
Rp6.409.269
Rp8.572.159 total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Koloa. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
We stayed in a King room with an ocean view. Room was clean and comfortable. Had a problem at check in that they attempted to downgrade us to a queen room and was not going to honor the deal I booked on Hotels.com until I provided documentation of the deal and insisted on the King room I had booked. ...

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Sheraton Kauai Resort
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 Rp9.943.668 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
Rp9.943.668
Rp12.602.246 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Quiet rooms with lots of space. Beautiful pool and views.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
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.
Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas

Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas

4 out of 5
2440 Hoonani Road Koloa HI
Stay at this condo in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Poipu ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (753 reviews)
My main complaint was that many ice machines were out of order. Also we were hoping to stream a sports event on Apples TV but the choices for “Internet TV” was minimal. I would have expected more options at a resort like this. Otherwise a very nice stay.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas
Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows

Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows

4 out of 5
2253B Poipu Rd Koloa HI
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,058 reviews)
Infested with lot of Lizards and crawling insects and ants which appear inside the apartment also during day and night

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows
Whalers Cove Oceanfront Resort

Whalers Cove Oceanfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
2640 Puuholo Road Koloa HI
Stay at this beach condo in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free food shopping service and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (169 reviews)
Beautiful and well-appointed condo right on the ocean with excellent staff to care for our needs!

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Whalers Cove Oceanfront Resort
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.

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