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Courtyard Kaua‘i at Coconut Beach
Region: Kapa‘a
Nice centrally located resort with a good attitude. The rooms feel a bit dark in color scheme, but are clean and pleasant, and plans for upgrades were in the works . . .
Fern Grotto Inn
Region: Kapa‘a
Most locals don’t know this small inn exists—you can blink and drive right by the simple mailbox entrance—but we hope you won’t do that because you . . .
Hilton Garden Inn Kaua‘i
Region: Kapa‘a
Located adjacent to Lydgate Park (the safest place to swim on the island—it also has a playground), this resort is great for families with small children. In 2016 this . . .
Honu‘ea International Hostel Kaua‘i
Region: Kapa‘a
This hostel can accommodate 38 people in their dorms or rooms (just a full- or queen-size bed) with shared baths, kitchen (very clean). No laundry on site. Not a . . .
Hotel Coral Reef Resort on the Beach
Region: Kapa‘a
The rooms have a fresh, tropical feel. The oceanfront unit’s bathrooms have deep Jacuzzi tubs. Good oceanfront location, and the grounds were looking great on our recent visit. Free . . .
Islander on the Beach
Region: Kapa‘a
Wonderful open, plantation-style setting adjacent to Wailua Beach with very relaxing grounds. The Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau buildings are fairly close to the ocean, allowing you to fall . . .
Kaha Lani
Region: Kapa‘a
The grounds are well-tended, and the area is less built up than some places on the east shore. The buildings themselves feel cheaply built (and sound carries pretty efficiently . . .
Kapa‘a Sands Resort
Region: Kapa‘a
This is a good bargain. They have oceanfront studios (some have a pull down Murphy bed—these are recommended for more living space). Small, but they make good use of . . .
Kaua‘i Kailani
Region: Kapa‘a
These two three-story buildings were gutted and converted to condos in 2015. The front building (A) consists of units surrounding a small pool and overlooking the ocean. There is . . .
Kaua‘i Shores
Region: Kapa‘a
Thanks to a new owner, the Kaua‘i Shores has finally emerged as a trendy boutique hotel after years of neglect. A nice oceanfront location next to the Coconut Marketplace . . .
Lae Nani
Region: Kapa‘a
Though this gated resort is still a gem, it’s a bit overpriced (from first agent listed), so we’re hoping that you’re getting a discount off these rack . . .
Lanikai
Region: Kapa‘a
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Small but lush, manicured grounds, high-quality rooms and lots of living space (1,460 sq. ft.). The oceanfront units are most desirable, and we prefer the units where the . . .
Plantation Hale Suites
Region: Kapa‘a
No sounds of the ocean here, but you may hear traffic from the highway in some rooms. The furnishings have been updated and they are pleasant, but the rooms still . . .
The ISO
Region: Kapa‘a
This property used to be called the Mokihana, and it was fairly run down, but in 2018, after $5 million worth of renovations to rooms, lobby and pool, it was . . .
Wailua Bayview
Region: Kapa‘a
Very clean inside and out, adequately furnished for the money, with an excellent, elevated oceanfront location. It’s great to hear the roar of the ocean (and be so close . . .
Waipouli Beach Resort & Spa
Region: Kapa‘a
Finished in 2006, this resort has the most upscale condos on the east shore. The area is very congested, and traffic into and out of the property may be an . . .
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