North Shore Kauai, HI

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Located on North West Kauai along the rugged Napali Coast is an open ceiling (collapsed) sea cave called "The Bright Eye". It can be reached only by helicopter or by boat. This picture required leaning out the helicopter as the ride was "doors off".

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Nothing more than a wide spot in the road leads to this secluded beach near Makahoa point on the North shore of Kuai locally known as Kahalahala.
Woke up early and made the hike out to Queen's Bath just after low tide. The perfect swimming hole if you catch it at the right time and a rainbow greeted us after the morning rains! @lens4change #endlesssummer

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Where to stay in North Shore Kauai

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Kaiulani

Kaiulani might not have many top sights, but Princeville Center and Hanalei Valley Lookout are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kaiulani
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Hanalei Palms

While there might not be top attractions in Hanalei Palms, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hanalei Bay and Hanalei Beach.

Hanalei Palms
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Queen Emmas Bluffs

While Queen Emmas Bluffs isn't home to many top sights, Princeville Center and Hanalei Valley Lookout are some notable places to visit nearby.

Queen Emmas Bluffs
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

5 out of 5
5520 Ka Haku Road Princeville HI
$961 nightly
The price is $1,140 total per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
$1,140 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (314 reviews)
Everything was great during our stay. But I’ve been trying to reach them for almost a week to get my itemized receipt, but all my messages go unanswered. They clearly couldn’t care less after you are done paying them. Before your stay, they will promptly answer any and all messages. After they get ...

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
Makai Club Resort

Makai Club Resort

3.5 out of 5
4180 Lei O Papa Road Princeville HI
Book a stay at this golf condo in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (403 reviews)
This property was delightful! Spacious and clean with plenty of amenities. Staff were so helpful and friendly. Great location. Would give more than 5 stars if I could!

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Makai Club Resort
The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

4 out of 5
3838 Wyllie Rd Princeville HI
$487 nightly
The price is $578 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$578 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Food was marginal. Room was fine Need some skin creams in the rooms Balconies/sidewalks/pools need to be cleaned better for bird poop

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Makai Club Resort

Makai Club Resort

3.5 out of 5
4180 Lei O Papa Road Princeville HI
Book a stay at this golf condo in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (403 reviews)
This property was delightful! Spacious and clean with plenty of amenities. Staff were so helpful and friendly. Great location. Would give more than 5 stars if I could!

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Makai Club Resort
The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

4 out of 5
3838 Wyllie Rd Princeville HI
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Food was marginal. Room was fine Need some skin creams in the rooms Balconies/sidewalks/pools need to be cleaned better for bird poop

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas
Hanalei Bay Resort

Hanalei Bay Resort

3 out of 5
5380 Honoiki Road Princeville HI
Stay at this condo in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (481 reviews)
Staff was not real friendly Lots of walking around property as parking sucked

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Hanalei Bay Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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