Popular places to visit
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.
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
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.
Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path
You can take time to visit Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path during your travels to Kapaa. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai Wailua Valley & Waterfalls Audio Driving Tour
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Kauai
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Top hotels in Kawaihau
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Great food and service
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Staff is very nice and friendly and the hotel is clean. The only thing they can improve on is the wait times at the restaurant.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
I recommend this property and give it 10 out of 10 stars. The staff was amazing. The accommodations were excellent.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Kauai Shores Hotel
Fun, clean, great amenities
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Great Resort
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Kauai Inn
Shower not consistent in water temp. Appreciated using local product Kauai coffee
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau
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 Kamokila Hawaiian Village.
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Waipouli
While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.
