Popular places to visit
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.
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
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.
Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path
You can take time to visit Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path during your travels to Kapaa. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Kaua'i Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai's Legends, Waterfalls & Geysers-Small Group Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Kauai
Top hotels in Kawaihau
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Great location, at the center of the island and most attractions, food, shopping and airport. The entire hotel including rooms was very clean and serviced every day of my stay. Plenty towels. Walk to nice Lydgate Beach in a few minutes Super friendly staff. Great experience from checking in, the ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Only stayed 1 night so having the 20% off spa wasn’t useful. Free breakfast or discount at Starbucks would have been more appealing.
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Wonderful place to stay with family, friends or couples. Variety of restaurants with great food and friendly staff. Beautiful resort with picture perfect views of the ocean & pool.
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025
Kauai Shores Hotel
It was awesome. Everything was great. Family setting, great staff. 100 recommend
Reviewed on 12 Dec, 2025
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
The beach view and the mountains were beautiful! Property is well maintained and peaceful atmosphere
Reviewed on 13 Dec, 2025
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
This was a great place for families to stay. We loved being able to self park, do laundry, and prepare meals in a location with a perfect pool and easy access to all of the tourist sites.
Reviewed on 7 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau
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 Kamokila Hawaiian Village.
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Wailua Beach and Lae Nani Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Waipouli
While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.
