Kawaihau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

For a fine art print visit www.mattandersonphotography.com Upper Ho’opi’i Falls is a small waterfall along Kapa’a Stream. It’s near the town of Kapa’a on the east side of Kauai. I’ve been to +16 islands, and this has to be the prettiest waterfall I have ever experienced. When I was crossing the top of the falls, I fell, gear and all. Luckily I was able to absorb most the impact of my gear (flat on my back). One foot closer to the edge, and I would have surely slid down the falls to the vicious bottom. Kauai, Hawaii

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Waipouli Beach

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

Waipouli Beach
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
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
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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
Ho'opi'i Falls along the Kapa'a Stream near the Kapa'a town; Kauai, Hawaii, United States of America

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
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

river boat sailing on river in Kauai

Fern Grotto Cruise

NZ$58
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Fern Grotto Cruise
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

NZ$58
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Kayakers in Kauai

5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike

NZ$208
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
VIP Triple Trail Expedition

Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition

NZ$364
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
8-Line Zipline Adventure

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

NZ$283
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Koloa Zipline Tour - 8 line zip featuring 3 of the longest lines on Kauai
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii

Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii

NZ$28
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
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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 NZ$591 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$591
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,432 reviews)
Great hotel, we enjoyed our stay and wish we could have stayed longer. Rooms were clean, 2 pools and hot tubs and loungers were nice. Parking could be a bit of a pain, and the attached restaurant/bar that was on the beach was too expensive, so we found other really great options in Kapaa.

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

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
The price is NZ$478 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
NZ$478
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,307 reviews)
Everything was really good except the food at the tiki bar. It was tasteless and drinks were horrible.

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.5 out of 5
3610 Rice Street Lihue HI
The price is NZ$826 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$826
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,148 reviews)
Staff are very helpful and welcoming.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr Lihue HI
The price is NZ$585 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$585
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,521 reviews)
The resort has a beautiful pool area that’s perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. However, the room cleanliness left something to be desired, as it didn’t feel as well-maintained as expected. Additionally, ongoing construction in the building impacted the overall experience. Overall, ...

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
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 NZ$1,570 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
NZ$1,570
25 Apr - 26 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Amazing

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Kaua'i Palms Hotel

Kaua'i Palms Hotel

2 out of 5
2931 Kalena St Lihue HI
The price is NZ$261 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
NZ$261
22 Apr - 23 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Nawiliwili Harbor and Huleʻia National Wildlife Refuge ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (575 reviews)
Easy quick affordable place , exactly what we needed before flying out the next day

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
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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 featuring signage and a 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 Opaekaa Falls.

Wailua Homesteads
Yum Ice Cream & Espresso

Wailua House Lots

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

Wailua House Lots
Wailua Falls, Kauai, Hawaii

Waipouli

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

Waipouli

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