The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.0 star property

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King Oceanfront Lanais Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

$436
$370 nightly
$436 total
Total with taxes and fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7

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3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766
  • Place, Nawiliwili Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalapaki Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nawiliwili Harbor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Preferred Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Preferred Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Ocen View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 453 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Pool View

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

King Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 453 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Queens Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 453 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 453 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai

  • 453 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite

  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Lanais Suite

  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Presidential Suite

  • 2120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lihue

With a stay at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue in Lihue, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. .This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from The Ocean Course at Hokuala and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Nawiliwili Harbor.

What's nearby

  • Nawiliwili Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kalapaki Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kauai Lagoons Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Ocean Course at Hokuala - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Kauai - ‬10 min walk
  • The Musubi Truck
  • ‪Lilikoi Bar and Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kind Koffee Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hualani's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Oceanfront hotel with full-service spa, near Nawiliwili Bay
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers 356 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Lihue hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2024.

5 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Alexander Day Spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 356 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 5 hot tubs and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and a hair salon.
Enjoy international cuisine at Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Lihue? This hotel has 27758 square feet (2579 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 11 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Royal Lanai - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this sushi bar specializes in sushi and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.
Aupaka Terrace - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this coffee shop specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Duke's Kauai - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Cafe Portofino - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Self parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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 32.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aupaka Terrace
  • Cafe Portofino
  • Duke's Kauai
  • Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach
  • Royal Lanai

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • 5 hot tubs
  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bodyboard
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Shopping
  • Surf lessons
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 27,758 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 10 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Renovated guestrooms - August 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
2 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 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 53.08 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Health club access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Shuttle service

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 32.95 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • Self parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

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 - W89793163-01
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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
This property is professionally cleaned
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

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 749 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1038 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1038 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every angle from this location had a beautiful view. I also cannot compliment the staff enough. Very friendly, accommodating and helpful. We spent half of our honeymoon here and had every intention of venturing out each day… but the resort was so beautiful we ended up dedicating multiple days just hanging out at the pool and beach. 10 out of 10! I hope we can make the trip back someday.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DOLORES ALDENIA, WINCHESTER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was EXCELLENT !! Rooms can use some upgrading
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

PANKAJ, portland

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Patuxent River

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and grounds were beautiful, with both a beach and pool. Would go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful. Its well taken care of and the staff is very polite and friendly. Security is there to make sure only hotel guests use the pool (always wear your wristband). The pool is much bigger than it seems from the pictures and the beach is only steps away. We went back and forth from pool to beach all day. The beach has soft, smooth sand, not rocky at all. There are sure lessons onsite. My daughters took a lesson and loved it. Several food options, although they are hotel prices. There is a small market that is walkable if you need something. would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best hotel stay ever! The pool alone was fantastic
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Room Infested

Hotel was fine, dated however. Room Was clean upon arriving but then w room Service every other day and trips to the beach the room gets dirty quickly. Not a fan of room Service, we ordered dinner one night and they brought it in a paper bag, disposable containers, etc. pretty sure it was bought at an outside restaurant and uncharged after that. Then to top it off a dead cockroach (yes a cockroach) was found in the room. We were Staying on the 6th floor so not even ground level. It took me 2-3 calls to get “maintenance” (who had better things to do on a Saturday night, hence the 2-3 phone calls) to come a remove it from the room. The incident would’ve been better tolerated if I didn’t get attitude or at least got an apology from the front desk about it. Never have I found a dead cockroach inside a hotel room. Absolutely disgusting. Won’t be staying at this hotel ever again.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Peaceful, manicured grounds, amazing pool area, comfortable room, driving distance to shops, airport, restaurants. Staff incredibly friendly and welcoming. Room clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan de

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time visiting and we will definitely be back. The aloha spirit is incredible.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Seyedjavad

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at the Royal Sonesta Hotel, and my experience was quite disappointing. I initially booked a room with a pool view, but the hotel staff suggested upgrading to an ocean view room over the phone. I paid an additional fee expecting a significant improvement in the view. However, when I arrived at the hotel and went to my room, I found that the view was still largely of the pool. From the balcony, I could see a small part of the beach from a corner angle, but it was far from the ocean view I was promised. The staff's description of the room seemed misleading, and I felt misled about what I was paying for. To add to the frustration, when I brought this to the attention of the staff, there was some inconsistency in their response. They initially didn't acknowledge the issue, but later, the reception mentioned that the room type was indeed "ocean view" and offered to upgrade to an "oceanfront" room for an additional fee. Given the significant extra amount I paid for the upgrade, I expected a room that truly lived up to the description. The lack of transparency and consistency in the hotel's communication and room allocation process was disappointing. If you're considering staying at this hotel, I would advise being very clear about what you're booking and perhaps verifying the details in person before making any upgrades or additional payments.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

HERMINIO ALVARADO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

alexandre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach is swimmable (what is hard in the island), and just outside the pool. The room was very nice and renovated. The fact that is close to the airport was a concern I had, but you cannot hear a single plane pass by. You can walk to several eating spots and small shops, what was thing to do in the afternoon. staff was very polite and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is beautiful with mountains, ocean and palm trees as the backdrop
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John George Jr

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful place to stay. It had great rooms and helpful staff. There are lots of restaurants and shops close by!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kateryna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort. It’s very big and nice.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025