Kawaihau

Kapaa
Photo by Matt Anderson Photography
Photo by Matt Anderson Photography

Popular places to visit

Wailua Falls featuring a cascade and forest scenes

Wailua Falls

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.

Wailua Falls
Smith Family Garden Luau showing a fountain

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.

Smith's Tropical Paradise
Kealia Forest Reserve

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.

Kealia Forest Reserve
Waipouli Beach

Waipouli Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this relaxing area.

Waipouli Beach
Sleeping Giant Trailhead which includes general coastal views

Sleeping Giant Trailhead

Trek over the chest of this rocky giant for views of the ocean and rivers next to the luscious terrain of eastern Kauai.

Sleeping Giant Trailhead
Kapa'a Beach Park

Kapa'a Beach Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kapa'a Beach Park, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Kapa'a Beach Park

Things to do

three Hula dancers at luau in Kauai

Smith Family Garden Luau

S$205
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Smith Family Garden Luau
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

S$200
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

S$48
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

S$185
per adult
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

S$438
per traveller
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour
We always knew you were going to be a queen one day.

Become a princess for the day!

S$575
per adult
Become a princess for the day!
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Top hotels in Kawaihau

Kauai Shores Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel
3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
The price is S$381 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
S$381
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,126 reviews)
"Nicely remodeled hotel. Nice restaurant on the beach. Bike rentals available. Everything was easily accessible."

Reviewed on 18 Jan,2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is S$557 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
S$557
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (845 reviews)
"The staff from the front seat to the house keeping were great."

Reviewed on 13 Jan,2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
The price is S$491 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
S$491
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,199 reviews)
"The staff was amazing. Very pleasant and helpful. The concierge was able to find us shaded seated whale watching trip. We saw many whales and a calf. Location is quiet views great. Having food and Starbucks on site fabulous!"

Reviewed on 14 Jan,2025

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 out of 5
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI
The price is S$639 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
S$639
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful beautiful resort and staff!! One of our best 24 hours in Kauai!"

Reviewed on 15 Jan,2025

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
5 out of 5
5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, HI
The price is S$1,546 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
S$1,546
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (152 reviews)
"The pool and beach area were incredible. They don’t allow you to check in not even a half hour earlier. I didn’t love the shop either not a lot of variety."

Reviewed on 28 Dec,2024

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
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 S$1,508 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
S$1,508
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
"The facility, location and staff are great. A really enjoyable resort to stay. Would return. Only disappointment is that some of the prices for meals, like the breakfast buffet, are unjustifiable and have the flavour of price gouging."

Reviewed on 11 Jan,2025

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau

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Kapahi

When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Kealia Forest Reserve and Kaua'i's Hindu Monastery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kapahi
Kamokila Hawaiian Village showing a park and signage

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 Kadavul Hindu Temple.

Wailua Homesteads
Sleeping Giant Trailhead showing general coastal views

Wailua House Lots

If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Wailua Beach and Lae Nani Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Wailua House Lots

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