Nawiliwili offers a picturesque harbor gateway to Kauai with stunning mountain backdrops. Kalapaki Beach invites you to swim in turquoise waters or try beginner-friendly surfing. This waterfront neighborhood balances working port charm with resort elegance along scenic coastal walkways.
Explore Niumalu Beach Park and the ancient Menehune Fishpond for a touch of Hawaiian history. Resort restaurants serve fresh seafood with ocean views while Duke's Barefoot Bar provides sunset cocktails and live music. Though walkable within the resort area, a rental car helps you discover Kauai's treasures beyond.
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Kauai Museum
8.6/10 (184 reviews)
The Kauaʻi Museum showcases ancient Hawaiian artifacts and royal treasures in historic lava rock buildings. Explore galleries of traditional crafts while knowledgeable staff share stories of the island's unique heritage.
Kalapaki Beach offers golden sands and sheltered waters perfect for beginner swimmers and paddleboarders. Enjoy the mountain views and bay scenery, then sample local cuisine at nearby restaurants after your beach day.
Nawiliwili Bay serves as Kauai's main harbor while offering stunning beaches framed by lush mountain scenery. Visitors can enjoy morning water activities or stroll to the historic Ninini Point Lighthouse nearby.
Lydgate Beach Park features two rock-enclosed lagoons with calm waters perfect for families. Snorkel with tropical fish in these protected pools or let children enjoy the expansive wooden Kamalani Playground.
This restored sugar plantation reveals Kauai's agricultural past through narrated train tours and gardens. Enjoy Hawaiian cuisine at Gaylord's or experience a traditional luau with fire and hula performances.
Kauaʻi's only Jack Nicklaus Signature course features Hawaii's longest stretch of oceanfront golf holes. Play through mango groves and along dramatic seaside cliffs while enjoying panoramic Pacific Ocean views.
"For the cost of this hotel, I was extremely disappointed at how little you got from the amenities that end up costing you an additional 45 a day regardless, parking isn’t included, the check in is a bit of a walk and not conveniently located at all. The night of the Luau I was turned away because that was something you had to pay extra for, as if paying 500 a night wasn’t already enough."
"This is a brand new property with appealing decor. It was very quiet, which was what we hoped for. We had a lagoon view room, which was a nice view. We took advantage of the free bikes and pickleball equipment. The pool and hot tub were small but both had comfortable refreshing temperature. There was no pool attendant to set up loungers and no food or beverage service at the pool. We parked in the self-parking lot which is a 2 minute walk from the lobby. The daily $30 parking fee felt...
"The only thing that I wasn’t satisfied about my staying was the parking space. Even though the valet parking service was good, I wished that it was more convenient parking space. Everything else was super!!! Thank you!!"
"Good hotel near the airport with good size rooms. Breakfast available onsite along with an open tiki bar serving drinks and pretty decent bar food with prime rib night twice a week."
"Excellent property. About a mile from the airport. The owner is so helpful and nice. Parking can fill up quickly. If it's after 8pm you might have to park on the street but not an issue. The property is on a quiet side street."
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.