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Hotel Coral Reef

2.5 star property

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A natural waterfall cascading over rocks into a pool, surrounded by tropical vegetation.
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio
A sunset over the ocean with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.
A grassy area with palm trees and a path leading to the beach.
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is $255
$215 nightly
$255 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4

Explore the area

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4-1516 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, HI, 96746
  • Place, Kapa'a Beach Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Waipouli Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a painting, a mirror, and a window.

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(78 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Oceanfront

A hotel room with two black beds, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a desk with a computer and coffee maker.

Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 204 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, City View

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, City View | Living area | TV, DVD player

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

A large bed with a wooden frame, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a wall-mounted painting.

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 721 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kapaa

With a stay at Hotel Coral Reef in Kapaa, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Coconut Marketplace and Ho'olalaea Waterfall. .This beach hotel is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Kauai Museum and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Kalapaki Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kapa'a Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kela's Glass Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fuji Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Waipouli Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Java Kai Kapaa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fish Bar Deli - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bubba Burgers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tony’s Catch - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Coral Reef

Hotel Coral Reef offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

This Kapaa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 27 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and DVD players. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1956
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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-116-461-1584-01
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Coral Reef Hotel
Coral Reef Kapaa
Hotel Coral
Hotel Coral Reef
Hotel Coral Reef Kapaa
Hotel Reef
Hotel Coral Reef Kauai/Kapaa
Hotel Coral Reef Hotel
Hotel Coral Reef Kapaa
Hotel Coral Reef Hotel Kapaa

Hotel Coral Reef Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice access to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff, beautiful ocean view!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location - great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, clean, air conditioning, fridge, complimentary cofee, free parking, great beach access, close to town, and very friendly staff that helped with every need. Great breakfast restaurant adjacent to hotel property.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had an incredible view of the beach, air conditioner worked great and the staff was so helpful and amazing. We will for sure book this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in the center of Kapa'a. Great pool, welcoming staff, beautiful beach bike path and easy to walk everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

KATHLEEN ANN ARPON

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Oceanfront property with the best view of the sunrise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Staff & service
Location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection! AC was awesome,view was amazing, SO close to the ocean. Wonderful staff ~ so kind! Not fancy, but absolutely wonderful! I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Sunrise from my lanai!!!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The roomwas fantastic and the staff were were very friendly and always willing to help. The view from the room was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

david w

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ac worked great. View from the room was amazing we could see the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ohilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful people, great location and perfect views of the sunrise.
View from room 2204
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Right on the ocean. Very kind staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Zorintha Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for the price - perfect location. Will rebook if I come back to Kauai.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beach view is unobstructed and fantastic. The staff is very friendly. The shower dripped continuously, the elevator stopped working during our stay, and the toilet handle needed some jiggling.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Ocean front and pedestrian/bike bath along the oceanfront.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and a footsteps away from great snorkeling
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was overlooking the beach with a fantastic view of the ocean. Hotel is within walking distance or biking distance of hotel.they offer free bikes.Staff is Texas friendly and have great banana bread in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Easy to walk to food trucks and other restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

The staff and the view is just amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was amazing!! And the hotel location is in walking distance to so much. Staff was so nice, helpful, and very accommodating. Beds and pillows were a little uncomfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good view, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce H

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great stay. Friendly , clean, comfortable
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazingly kind staff who went out of their way to make the stay memorable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026