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?

Waipouli Beach
Kapa'a Beach Park

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.

Kapa'a Beach Park
Opaekaa Falls showing mountains and a cascade

Opaekaa Falls

See the chutes of this glorious, accessible waterfall from the highway, before getting close to enjoy excellent picnic and photo opportunities.

Opaekaa Falls

Things to do

Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

S$160
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

S$187
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

S$186
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

S$45
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

S$410
per traveller
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour
Majestic Moments on Kaua'i. Waterfalls are on the checklist.

Soulful Safari

S$568
per traveller
Soulful Safari
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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$363 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
S$363
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,301 reviews)
"The best value on the island."

Reviewed on 26 Jul, 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
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$567 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
S$567
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews)
"Beautiful location"

Reviewed on 27 Jul, 2025

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

3.5 out of 5
3-5920 Kuhio Hwy, Lihue, HI
The price is S$333 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
S$333
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,024 reviews)
"We wanted to watch karaoke, and was told we would have to buy a drink in the bar to watch. We felt, since we were guests we should be able to watch without purchasing a drink."

Reviewed on 24 Jul, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

4.5 out of 5
2641 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
The price is S$1,120 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
S$1,120
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"What an amazing place. We had a great time ag this location. The grounds, the pools the staff it was all really awesome."

Reviewed on 26 Jul, 2025

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is S$522 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
S$522
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,014 reviews)
"There is no beach - very rocky. Big undertow. The pool is warm. No problem getting chairs by the pool. The resort shuts down completely by 10pm. No pool, hot tub able to use after 10pm. The food is good. We saw a seal on the sand right outside of our hotel. Staff is friendly."

Reviewed on 26 Jul, 2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

5 out of 5
5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, HI
The price is S$1,852 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
S$1,852
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (220 reviews)
"Absolutely stunning. The main view after lobby will take your breath away. Rooms and all spaces so well done. Kauai is special ad"

Reviewed on 21 Jul, 2025

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
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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 Kapa'a Beach Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kapahi
Kamokila Hawaiian Village featuring a garden 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 Wailua River State Park.

Wailua Homesteads
Sleeping Giant Trailhead which includes 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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Waipouli

While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.

Waipouli

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