Kawaihau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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
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
Waipouli Beach

Waipouli Beach

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

Waipouli Beach
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

Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

AU$193
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

AU$208
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure

AU$225
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wailua River & Waterfalls Kayak Tour: Expert-Guided Adventure
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

AU$54
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Feed the animals at Kilohana

Kauai Hop On Hop Off Tour

AU$76
per adult
Kauai Hop On Hop Off Tour
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour

AU$493
per traveller
FUV Self Guided Island Adventure Tour
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Our pick of the best Kawaihau Hotel Deals

Kauai Shores Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel
3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$414 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$414
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,234 reviews)
"Beautiful place! We loved the atmosphere of the hotel and lava lava beach club. We really enjoyed stay there."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$385 per night from 15 June to 16 June
AU$385
15 June - 16 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,000 reviews)
"I liked how the beach was close and the staff was extremely friendly"

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
5 out of 5
5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, HI
The price is AU$1,933 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$1,933
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (195 reviews)
"Simply amazing!"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
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$805 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$805
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
4.5 out of 5
2641 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
The price is AU$1,240 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$1,240
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Two bedroom villa was huge! Very clean and comfortable. We traveled with adult. Hildren. Set up was excellent"

Reviewed on 7 Jun. 2025

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is AU$608 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$608
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (985 reviews)
"Pool area was nice"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau

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Kapahi

When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Ho'opi'i Falls and Kealia Forest Reserve, 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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Waipouli

While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.

Waipouli

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