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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 pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and distant hills.
A hotel lobby with a seating area, a wall with a floral design, and a sign that reads "Kauai Shores Hotel".

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$470
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(94 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, Ocean View

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

Room, Ocean View

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

View all photos for Studio, Kitchenette

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

Studio, Kitchenette

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

View all photos for Room, Pool View

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

Room, Pool View

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

About the area

Kapaa

A family-friendly stay in Kapaa awaits you at Kauai Shores Hotel. Within a 10-minute stroll you'll find Lae Nani Beach and Lydgate Beach within a 30-minute walk. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant and free valet parking. .The restaurant, Lava Lava Beach Club, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire and yoga classes. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour business centre, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Waipouli hotel include Kauai Museum and Nawiliwili Harbor.

What's nearby

  • Coconut Marketplace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lae Nani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wailua Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waipouli Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Smith's Tropical Paradise - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lava Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪BV's Bourbon & Ale House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪JoJo’s Shave Ice - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kauai Shores Hotel

As a guest of Kauai Shores Hotel, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Kauai Shores Hotel. Self parking and valet parking are free. A complete renovation of Kauai Shores Hotel was completed in January 2024.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Kapaa hotel.

  • 200 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kauai Shores Hotel offers 200 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 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
  • Cot (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 centre

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • 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 prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised 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
  • Cot (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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day.

Payment types

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

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The tax ID number is TA-187-270-1440-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kauai Shores Hotel?

Kauai Shores Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kauai Shores Hotel?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauai Shores Hotel on 5 Dec 2026 start from NZ$470, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Kauai Shores Hotel?

Yep, Kauai Shores Hotel has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Kauai Shores Hotel?

Yep, Kauai Shores Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Lae Nani Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, water tubing and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Does Kauai Shores Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Kauai Shores Hotel has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Kauai Shores Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and beachfront dining, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kauai Shores Hotel.

Is Kauai Shores Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and 2 outdoor pools, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kauai Shores Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Kauai Shores Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 7 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kauai Shores Hotel?

No, Kauai Shores Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kauai Shores Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Kauai Shores Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kauai Shores Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kauai Shores Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1273 out of 1663 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1663 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1663 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1663 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1663 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

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Great location and the room was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love this place and will pick to stay here every time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great resort!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved that it was on the beach, free parking, easy in and out, and very relaxing. Breakfast on the beach was AWESOME!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location and very nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very cute place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had an amazing time at Kauai Shores Hotel. The pools were nice, fast WiFi, right on the beach, great restaurant and very friendly staff! I would highly recommend staying there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 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
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is a hidden gem. Love the amenities and friendliness of the staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Restaurant and beach front
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome value and great for relaxing and chill atmosphere
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved the quaint warm feel. Traveling Solo it was a perfect place to stay conveniently located and walking distance to so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place! Staff was friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was wonderful! It was clean, in an excellent location, and we loved the amenities. We loved how it was across the street from the Coconut Marketplace.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Could not have asked for a better place to stay! Gorgeous beach, close shopping and dining! Wonderful staff who were proud to be natives of the island and proud to share their lifestyle with us!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great value. The restaurant and live music were amazing! Enjoyed the beach and bikes too. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great vibe and wonderful to be right on the beach. Restaurant was great and the live entertainment every night was a bonus. Location was perfect. Easy to drive up to Princeville or down to Poipu. Beautiful grounds with a fun atmosphere. Will definitely plan a stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend, great stay, with a beautiful beach front. Lava lava was a Great little restaurant, and good nightly music as well! Will probably be back to that hotel again on our mext kuaui trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect spot. Clean rooms and excellent servicd.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a nice relaxful stay here...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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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
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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

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Old world style, very comfortable on the beach with a nice restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location was prime, and the food at the Lava Lava Beach Club was delicious!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

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