Kawaihau Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit Kawaihau
Popular places to visit

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

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.

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

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.

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

Kauai Adventure Bundle 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

Koloa Zipline Tour - 8 line zip featuring 3 of the longest lines on Kauai

Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Our pick of the best Kawaihau Hotel Deals

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
"Very beautiful and great service"
Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 24 June 2026

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
"Such a cool property! Dining was fantastic. We enjoyed the pool and beach on property. Staff were super friendly. We will be back!"
Reviewed on 12 June 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
"We really enjoyed our stay at the Kauai Shores. The staff were very kind and helpful in helping us feel accommodated. We stayed almost a week. Highlights: - Free valet/ parking included in resort fees (most properties charge extra) - Laundromat on site (it was very humid and this came in handy before ..."
Reviewed on 25 June 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
"Great stay. Great staff. Would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Kawaihau

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

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 Homesteads
You'll enjoy the waterfalls and riverfront in Wailua Homesteads. You might want to make time for a stop at Opaekaa Falls or Wailua River State Park.

Kapahi
When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapaa Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.














