Kawaihau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Matt Anderson Photography
Photo by Matt Anderson Photography

Popular places to visit

Wailua Falls which includes a cascade and forests

Wailua Falls

4/5(20 reviews)

Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.

Wailua Falls
Kealia Forest Reserve

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
Waipouli Beach

Waipouli Beach

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

Waipouli Beach
Smith Family Garden Luau featuring 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
Kapa'a Beach Park

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
Opaekaa Falls featuring a cascade and mountains

Opaekaa Falls

4/5(1 review)

See the chutes of this glorious, accessible waterfall from the highway, before getting close to enjoy excellent picnic and photo opportunities.

Opaekaa Falls

Activities

Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

AU$232
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure
Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

AU$183
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

AU$215
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

AU$56
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

AU$509
per traveller
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour
Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Fall Hike Adventure

Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Hike With Lunch

AU$237
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wailua River Kayak and Sacred Falls Hike With Lunch
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Our pick of the best Kawaihau Hotel Deals

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is AU$676 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$676
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (922 reviews)
"It was centrally located and close to stores."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Kauai Shores Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel
3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
The price is AU$426 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$426
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Book a 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 our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,182 reviews)
"It is a very quiet, pleasant place with super friendly personal. Excellent idea to offer bicycles."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 out of 5
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI
The price is AU$864 per night from 9 May to 10 May
AU$864
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Beach on what felt like a private cove."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
5 out of 5
5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, HI
The price is AU$1,781 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$1,781
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Princeville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"What’s not to love?! We had an incredible week here and couldn’t be more thankful. Cannot wait to come back!!"

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
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 AU$1,432 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$1,432
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"I loved the room and the staff. Much better than I expected and I did not want to leave. Hope to be back soon."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
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 AU$362 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$362
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Pretty views and the staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
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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 showing a park 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 Kadavul Hindu Temple.

Wailua Homesteads
Sleeping Giant Trailhead showing general coastal views

Wailua House Lots

If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Wailua House Lots

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