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Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 star property

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
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BBQ/picnic area
Courtyard
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
$261
$222 nightly
$261 total
Total with taxes and fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15

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420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI, 96746
  • Place, Coconut Marketplace
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lae Nani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wailua Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Garden View Room with Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Garden View Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Ocean View Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Pool View Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated) | Beach/ocean view

Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated)

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

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Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated) | Courtyard view

Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated)

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

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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 7 minutes from Lydgate Beach. .This beach hotel is 7 mi (11.2 km) from Kauai Museum and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Kalapaki Beach.

What's nearby

  • Coconut Marketplace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lae Nani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wailua Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waipouli Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Smith's Tropical Paradise - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lava Lava Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪JoJo’s Shave Ice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Waipouli Deli & Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chicken In A Barrel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BV's Bourbon & Ale House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kauai Shores Hotel

Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
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.

Property amenities

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
  • On the beach
  • 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% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • 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
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • 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

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 35.62 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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include 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

Reviews

Kauai Shores Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1047 out of 1409 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1409 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1409 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1409 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1409 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay here! The hotel is right on the beach and also across the street from Coconut Market, which made everything really easy. The grounds are gorgeous and so well taken care of, and the renovated buildings give it such a fresh, welcoming vibe. The staff were amazing—friendly, helpful, and always smiling. I also really enjoyed the yoga classes, which made the trip feel even more relaxing. Overall, it’s a fantastic spot to stay, and we’d definitely come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl, Sicklerville

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Kay, Denton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too loud - service was mundane
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Kauai Shores was one of the best experiences of our lives! It was paradise. We will definitely be back. Live music every night, the most beautiful beach, the best staff, walking distance to shops and restaurants, the list is endless! I left my heart at Kauai Shores!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort with so many facilities within walking distance. Staff was lovely and we had a great time in y
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daryl

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that we could borrow bikes , there are 2 pools and the beach access is right on the property. It’s not a huge beach but to get in the ocean for a little while it’s perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very close to the beach and accessible to many parts of the island!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi G, Washington

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking at the hotel was terrible
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Location is wonderful, central to the island and the Coconut Marketplace within walking distance to get food and small souvenirs.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located on the east coast makes it easy to go north or south. Nice and quiete in the eve. Nice pools. Wish they had more fresh juice options on site
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, price was reasonable!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were extremely soft and the food was incredible!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t wait to stay here again!

Our family visited Kauai for a week to celebrate some special milestones, and we had an amazing time. Choosing to stay at Kauai Shores Hotel was one of the best decisions we made. Our oceanview room was perfect. It was comfortable, nicely renovated, and the daily housekeeping was a real treat. I loved returning each day to the beds made & fresh towels. The entire staff was so friendly and helpful too. I really appreciated the easy communication through texting. Another reason Kauai Shores is a great place to stay is since it is on the East side you can walk to the beach & watch the sunrise every morning, it was our favorite way to start the day. Then we would head out and explore the island, whether it was the North Shore, South Shore, West Side, Waimea Canyon, or just staying local, this Kauai Shores is centrally located and convenient for whatever island adventure you want to experience. Then when returning, while we did self-park a couple times, the valet parking was a big plus and made things easy. We also enjoyed being within walking distance of the Coconut Marketplace gave us lots of choices for food and shopping, and having the Lava Lava Beach Club right on the property was awesome too. It had a fun, family-friendly, vibe and the food was great. We especially loved the Lava Explosion dessert, it was so good! If you are looking for a place to stay in Kauai book a room at Kauai Shores Hotel, I know my family and I can’t wait to come back and make even more memories.
Loved the map mural on the wall of our hotel room.
Beautiful sunrise
View of the ocean and hotel grounds from our lanai.
View of the hotel from lawn.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srikanth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Right on Waipouli beach. Great surf spot. Dining options. Free valet.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025