Kawaihau 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 Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
Kalamaku Luau with Buffet Dinner, Open Bar and Show
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Hawaiian Islands Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Kawaihau
Kauai Shores Hotel
bugs in the room, staff was friendy resort fee is ridiculous, should just be included in the $360 room fee which is outrageous for what it is.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Front desk staff was rude at check in, we were given the wrong room, the property is so old the air conditioners and front door were completely rusted out, and the cottage rooms are right next to a huge public park right out the windows and front door.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Glad we stayed at Royal Sonesta for a week. My family had a great time. The swimming pool and Jacuzzi were clean and we spent a lot of time in water. The kalpaki beach access is a great convenience. The food at kukui restaurant was great. The staff were very helpful and the concierge helped me plan ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Construction was a drag, but we loved the quietness of the place and the outdoor and pool spaces
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Kaua'i Palms Hotel
The parking is right by the room. It’s a peaceful area and the property is well kept. The rooms are clean.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Many great things about this property. Prime location, attentive staff, enjoyable pools and water features to name a few. The building doesn’t have a new feel and we were frustrated by the lack of elevators. Our room had a great view of the pools and the ocean but because of the elevator placement ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
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 Opaekaa Falls.
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.
