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Kauai Shores Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A patio with a fire pit and chairs, a covered seating area with umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.
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A building with bicycles parked outside, palm trees, and a signboard.
A hotel lobby with a seating area, a wall with a floral design, and a sign that reads "Kauai Shores Hotel".
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and distant hills.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
The current price is $337
$284 nightly
$337 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19

Explore the area

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420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI, 96746
  • Place, Coconut Marketplace
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lae Nani Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Waipouli Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 313 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall mural of palm trees, and a blue textured bedspread.

Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(93 reviews)
  • 313 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated)

A hotel balcony with white railings, two white chairs, and a woven ottoman.

Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 313 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and wooden cabinets.

Studio, Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated)

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a view of the ocean, and a building with a balcony.

Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • 313 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE OCEAN VIEW TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Kapaa

With a stay at Kauai Shores Hotel in Kapaa (Waipouli), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Lae Nani Beach and 9 minutes from Lydgate Beach. .This family-friendly hotel is 7 mi (11.2 km) from Kauai Museum and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Nawiliwili Bay.

What's nearby

  • Coconut Marketplace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lae Nani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Wailua Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Waipouli Beach - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Smith's Tropical Paradise - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lava Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪JoJo’s Shave Ice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wailua Drive In - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel offers 200 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 200 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and a picnic area.
Enjoy local cuisine at Lava Lava Beach Club, a beachfront restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free valet parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 10:00 AM.
Lava Lava Beach Club - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lava Lava Beach Club

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 41.55 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - TA-187-270-1440-01
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Hotel Kauai Sands
Kauai Sands
Kauai Sands Hotel
Kauai Sands Hotel Kapaa
Kauai Sands Kapaa
Sands Hotel Kauai
Kauai Shores Hotel Kapaa
Kauai Shores Kapaa
Kauai Shores Hotel Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel Kapaa
Kauai Shores Hotel Hotel Kapaa

Kauai Shores Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1256 out of 1639 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1639 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1639 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1639 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1639 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this resort. This is the third time staying here and we still feel this is the best hotel on the island at a great price.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant and beach front
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great helpful staff- super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice relaxful stay here...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great, smaller hotel directly on the water, close to shopping. With a nice restaurant on site.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Old world style, very comfortable on the beach with a nice restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very helpful and accommodating! Loved the live music with dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. Location was excellent Rooms were very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff. Lava Lava Beach Club is nice too
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place, more than met expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great stay here, the restaurant was easy. The baby beach down a short path was perfect for out toddler.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was prime, and the food at the Lava Lava Beach Club was delicious!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved absolutely all of it from room to beach service lava lava restaurant EVERYTHING IS PERFECT!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful hotel in a convenient location
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful beachside property!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on beautiful beach! Great beachside restaurant and bar! Staff.wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night as we booked this for a close spot to the airport - we still got to enjoy so much! We used the bikes, enjoyed Lava Lava Beach Club, the pools/hot tub and the outside games and beach. Great spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Gem of a stay in Kauai, so retro and fun
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I really liked this hotel and it lived up to expectations and then some. Great ambiance and clean!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and staff were very friendly. My only complaint was the location of our room but it was fine.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, very laid back and not crazy. The view of the ocean was amazing and beautiful to wake up to each morning. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Great place for couple, families and groups!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend. Great location!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026