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Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Children's play area - outdoor
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated) | Courtyard view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June

Explore the area

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420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI, 96746
  • Coconut Marketplace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Lae Nani Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Lydgate Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

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

Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated) | Courtyard view

Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
  • 29 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the area

Kapaa

A family-friendly stay in Kapaa awaits you at Kauai Shores Hotel. Within a 5-minute stroll you'll find Lae Nani Beach and Lydgate Beach within a 30-minute walk. Highlights at this beachfront 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. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site Hot tub and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour business centre, a snack bar/deli and free use of bicycles. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Waipouli hotel include Kauai Museum and Kalapaki Beach.

What's nearby

  • Coconut Marketplace - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lae Nani Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Waipouli Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Lydgate Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Wailua Falls - 21 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Country Markets #93 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Garden Grille & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Dreams Hawaiian Gourmet Ice Cream - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Kauai Shores Hotel

Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Bring your whole family to Kauai Shores Hotel for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, a playground 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. This beach hotel also offers a hot tub, a garden and a terrace. 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 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
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • 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 free newspapers. 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 complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • 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 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
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

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 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% 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 organised 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
  • 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
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • 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

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

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 35.39 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
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. 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. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes 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 16 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauai Shores Hotel on 2 Jun 2025 start from NZ$379.45, 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 4-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

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 872 out of 1208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1208 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Annapolis

Travelled with family
Great stay. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was good for access to shopping, dining, and beach access. Parking was very limited if you arrive late in the afternoon and evening plus parking stalls were too narrow resulting in drivers over lapping two stalls.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

priyanki

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ladera

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Laid back vibe, clean rooms. On site restaurant has good breakfast options. Quality of dinner options I would say are average. Staff responded promptly to questions and or requests. They provide valet parking which is helpful as the parking lot car spaces are small and tricky to park well. We had a very relaxing time at this hotel and preferred it over the bigger resort area we stayed at on a previous visit to Kauai.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell, Calgary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Kauai Shores in January/February. The reception, maintenance, valet and housekeeping staff were all friendly, helpful and accommodating. The hotel is perfectly situated by the beach, shopping and restaurants. We loved being able to sit at one of the many available beach loungers every morning to watch the sunrise and the surf. We saw whales breaching on our very first morning so it was a great start to our stay! The pool was always clean and tidy with various options for lounging. There are two fire tables for cozy evening socializing near to the Lava Lava Beach club, where the food and service were always great. It was a treat to have breakfast on the beach by the waves. We enjoyed the various musical performers there as well during the afternoons and evenings. There are many shops located right next door at the Coconut Market, as well as several dining options for coffee shops, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our room was on the ground floor with a lovely lanai looking at the garden and pool area. The bed was very comfortable and the shower was roomy. Linens and towels were clean and plentiful. The air conditioner was helpful in keeping our room at a comfortable temperature, whether it was a cooler day or a warmer one. We took advantage of the free bike rentals for an afternoon and had a fantastic scenic ride down the coastal path that runs beside the hotel. Overall an excellent stay and would highly recommend the Kauai Shores Hotel!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband enjoyed having someone come in and clean up our hotel rooms. Since 2020 and COVID, we have traveled to several nice places and housekeeping didn't enter the room until you are leaving. The housekeepers made sure we had clean big towels, threw the trash out, and straightened up. The rooms were clean and the grounds were very Hawaiians with all the beautiful plants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were recently updated and very clean. The whole vibe was great. The restaurant/bar onsite had live music and a local who frequents the bar said the best bartender on the island works at the Lava Lava (onsite restaurant/bar). The parking spaces were a bit tight but they also had free valet parking. Overall and excellent time was had.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxim

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest place in my Hawaii trip
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Seattle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed this property very much. It was nice and compact, easy to navigate and with just the right amount of amenities. The staff was excellent and made us feel welcomed. We’ll be back for sure,
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great oceanfront gem! Do yourself a favor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anica

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and tidy grounds. Easily accessed and a great location for day trips. Very central to all things we wanted to see and do. No elevators so that could be a challenge for mobility concerns. Wild stay here again
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armand

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Direct beach access restaurant and bar on the beach and tasty
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderfully maintained. Great staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay and the facilities at the Kauai Shores Hotel and would happily rebook here without a second thought! It was convenient to restaurants, shops and many activities. Being centrally located on the island made it easy ( with a car) to reach key points of interest on the island. The staff was outstanding at meeting our needs and requests and the resort in general was well maintained and clean. The only issue that we encountered was the parking. The spaces allocated to self parking were very narrow and we frequently found that guests needed to use 2 spaces to accommodate their vehicles or found themselves in such tight spaces that it was nearly impossible to get in or out of their cars. Valet parking resolved the parking issue, but wasn't convenient if plans entailed frequent trips to/from the resort. The beachfront allowed for great ocean swimming and relaxing on site.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A large hotel with rooms in many blocks of only 2 storeys but opposite a great dining & shopping area, plenty of parking & great beach frontage
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying here with friends. VIP got us a free bottle of wine. While I appreciate that, I had to choose that type of room. It is quaint, has everything you need on the premises, close to the airport- a fantastic place if you're getting in late and/or multiple people are coming in at different times. This will continue to be our meet up place as long as the price stays fair. BONUS morning yoga on the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

Hidden Gem

This is a hidden gem of a hotel! The beach was very easy to get to. And the on-site restaurant is amazing! The bathrooms were squeaky clean and well designed. The beds were top-notch.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a budget friendly ocean front accommodation. My complaint is $30 a day resort fee; I would rather have the $30 a day just be added to the daily rate rather than having it separate. My other comment is about the bed. I was unable to move after each night. The bed was far too soft and offered no support. I'm the end I personally would not stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved your stay at Kauai Shores hotel. Very convenient location. Our hotel room was very clean and comfortable. Within steps from the ocean. The property was well maintained and very beautiful. We really enjoyed the free yoga in the mornings, and free bike rentals!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025