Poipu hotels

Lihue
The gateway to Kauai, Lihue is home to the island’s airport, cruise ship terminals, major businesses, and government offices. Here, culture fans can enjoy the artwork and historical artifacts at the Kauai Museum. The white sands of Kalapaki Beach attract locals and tourists alike. The area’s lush habitat is immortalized in the opening scenes of Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark.

Poipu
On Kauai’s south side, Poipu is known for its gentle waters, which make snorkeling and swimming ideal; Mahaulepu Beach and Shipwreck Beach are among the favorites. Nearby, the Kauai Coffee Company, Hawaii’s largest coffee plantation, is open for tours. West of Poipu, sweeping vistas greet visitors at the Waimea Canyon, while the surf and lava collide at the Sprouting Horn.

Princeville - Hanalei
The resort community of Princeville is on Kauai’s North Shore, with views of verdant mountains and the Pacific’s azure waters. Experienced surfers catch some of the world’s largest waves, while golfers enjoy first-class courses. Nearby, the Hanalei Valley Outlook offers a peek into Hawaii’s farming past. Area villages include Hanalei and Kilauea, home to the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge.

Wailua
Located on the south end of the famed Coconut Coast, Wailua sits at the mouth of Hawaii’s longest navigable river. This area was once favored by royalty and is dotted with sacred Hawaiian sites. Today, kayakers and adventurers use the town as a base to explore the Wailua River, Wailua Falls, and the 19th-century plantation village of Kapaa.