Kawaihau

Kapaa

For a fine art print visit www.mattandersonphotography.com Upper Ho’opi’i Falls is a small waterfall along Kapa’a Stream. It’s near the town of Kapa’a on the east side of Kauai. I’ve been to +16 islands, and this has to be the prettiest waterfall I have ever experienced. When I was crossing the top of the falls, I fell, gear and all. Luckily I was able to absorb most the impact of my gear (flat on my back). One foot closer to the edge, and I would have surely slid down the falls to the vicious bottom. Kauai, Hawaii

Popular places to visit

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Waipouli Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?

Waipouli Beach
Wailua Falls featuring a cascade and forest scenes

Wailua Falls

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
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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
Ho'opi'i Falls along the Kapa'a Stream near the Kapa'a town; Kauai, Hawaii, United States of America

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
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

river boat sailing on river in Kauai

Fern Grotto Cruise

S$44
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Fern Grotto Cruise
helicopter flying over waterfall in Kauai

Kaua'i Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour

S$518
per traveller
98% of travellers recommend
Kaua'i Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour
VIP Triple Trail Expedition

Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition

S$275
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

S$158
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Helicopter Tour

50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Hughes 500 Helicopter Tour

S$466
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Hughes 500 Helicopter Tour
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii

Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii

S$22
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
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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$423 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
S$423
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,421 reviews)
Hotel staff was great

Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
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$364 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
S$364
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,301 reviews)
Love this property but no room service or clean towels for 3 of 8 days. Dining room not open, sporadic service.

Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026

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

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.5 out of 5
3610 Rice Street Lihue HI
The price is S$615 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
S$615
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,140 reviews)
All around wonderful.

Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr Lihue HI
The price is S$430 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
S$430
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,521 reviews)
The newly-renovated property is lovely. Highly recommend it for facility and location. Note that building permit rules prohibit cooking in room, so there is no microwave or utensils. Also, there is only one microwave for the ENTIRE facility located near an ice machine. MORE need to be added !!!

Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
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$1,390 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
S$1,390
18 Apr - 19 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Clean resort. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great pools and full spa. Will definitely visit again.

Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Kaua'i Palms Hotel

Kaua'i Palms Hotel

2 out of 5
2931 Kalena St Lihue HI
The price is S$215 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
S$215
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Nawiliwili Harbor and Huleʻia National Wildlife Refuge ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (568 reviews)
The internet speed is OK. The kitchen is good.

Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
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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 Kuilau Ridge Trail.

Wailua Homesteads
Yum Ice Cream & Espresso

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.

Wailua House Lots
Wailua Falls, Kauai, Hawaii

Waipouli

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

Waipouli

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