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.
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.
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
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 check out its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Kawaihau Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Good
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Broken towel hanger
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Everyone was amazing from the pool to the restaurant and bar! House cleaning was great also concierge. I would highly recommend this hotel we were there for a week and can’t wait to come back! You can sit at the pool or turn your chair around and see the beautiful ocean and beach 🏖️
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Kauai Shores Hotel
It was awesome. Everything was great. Family setting, great staff. 100 recommend
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
We absolutely loved our stay at the Royal Sonesta. The staff was so warm and kind and our room was so quiet with a beautiful view! We booked the ocean view room and it was lovely!!! We will definitely consider staying here when we come back to Kauai.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 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 Dec 7, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Kawaihau
Kapahi
While there might not be top attractions in Kapahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapa'a Beach Park.
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
If you're spending some time in Waipouli, Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach are top sights worth seeing.