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
The location cannot be beat and the property was very well maintained. Although small, there was always plenty of room at one of the pools or chairs at the beach. We will definitely be visiting here again soon.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Good breakfast menu. Good staff . Fairly clean. Amenities ok. Solid 4 out of 5. Doors wouldn’t shut unless slammed.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Beautiful ocean view, especially on full moon nights
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Aston Islander on the Beach
We were met with friendly staff and our stay was delightful! Enjoyed having so much to do within walking distance.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Waipouli Beach Resorts & Spa Kauai by OUTRIGGER
Everything was great
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Plantation Hale Suites
Ease of check in, beautiful grounds, loved the pool & hot tub, beach is short walk away
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waipouli
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Sleeping Giant Trailhead 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.
