The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.0 star property
Beach spa retreat, walking distance from Kalapaki Beach

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On the beach, free beach cabanas, beach volleyball
Exterior
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
Meeting facility
View from room
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
The price is S$703
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun

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Map
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766
  • Popular LocationKalapaki Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationNawiliwili Bay8 min walk
  • Popular LocationNawiliwili Harbor3 min drive
  • AirportLihue, HI (LIH)7 min drive

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Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Preferred Ocean View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 43.0 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean View)

8.9/10 Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed - queen
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pool View)

9.3/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Garden View)

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed - queen
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront (One Bedroom Oceanfront)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Pool View)

9.4/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed - queen
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred Ocean View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed - queen
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 43.0 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Garden View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed - queen
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed - queen
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 46.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed - king
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 46.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (One Bedroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 46.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ocean View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 39.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is located on the beach and in a walkable area with good shopping. The Ocean Course at Hokuala and Nawiliwili Harbor are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. Kauai Museum and Wailua Falls are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Kauai Lagoons Golf Club - 4 min walk
  • Kalapaki Beach - 5 min walk
  • Nawiliwili Bay - 8 min walk
  • The Ocean Course at Hokuala - 13 min walk
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Duke's - 10 min walk
  • Uncle D's Kauai - 8 min walk
  • Rob's Good Times Grill - 4 min drive
  • Lilikoi Bar and Grill - 8 min walk
  • Kauai Beer Company - 3 min drive

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Hotel near Kalapaki Beach
Located close to Nawiliwili Bay and The Ocean Course at Hokuala, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue provides a free return airport shuttle, 18 holes of golf and a poolside bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and free beach cabanas. Indulge in a body treatment, a body scrub and a Swedish massage at Alexander Day Spa, the on-site spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include beach volleyball. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and shopping on-site.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a front desk safe and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage, wedding services and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say good things about the beach locale, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 356 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Smart TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 32.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aupaka Terrace
  • Cafe Portofino
  • Duke's Kauai
  • Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach

Things to do

  • 18 holes of golf
  • 24-hour gym
  • 5 spa tubs
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Weekly housekeeping

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 27,758 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in hallways (86 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 10 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1986
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 21 May 2024 to 1 September 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue
Renovation work will only be conducted on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 49.54 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Fitness centre access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Health club access
  • Phone calls
  • Shuttle service

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 32.95 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • Self-parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - W89793163-01
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access starts at 7:00 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

As of 1 Jun,2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue on 2 Jun,2024 start from S$702.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Self-parking is available for USD 30 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 40 per day.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Checkout is at noon.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue located?

Located in Lihue, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. The Ocean Course at Hokuala and Nawiliwili Harbor are also within 1 mi (2 km).

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1006 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Great pool for kids. Beach was also wonderful for boogie boarding. Rooms were spacious and had queen size beds, perfect for our family of 4.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was always friendly and helpful. We can’t wait to come back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms and hotel very clean - staff helpful Lack of dining options - under remodel Still awaiting credit for over billing at check in
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was breathtaking, staff was all very helpful and friendly! The pool was so fun! Rooms were very clean and well kept.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, matawan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the property!! It was beautiful, clean and relaxing. We were able to walk everywhere we needed to go. The shuttle was convenient too.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tien, east lyme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Services and Everyone that works there during our stays were nice and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beach and pool access was great! Did not like the construction!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of the mountains at this property.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Limited room storage only three small drawers for clothing. No bath storage Lots of construction. Hotel restaurant closed. Hot tubs closed etc. Too little room service (cleaning) and poor poolside service Nice pool. Dirty beach Nice gardens. Fitness center adequate This hotel much better when it was a Marriott. Third time we stayed here not again as quality slipped.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024