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Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 star property

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BBQ/picnic Area
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views
Lobby
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$504
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May

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

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

Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

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

View all photos for Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

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

Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

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

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

Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

  • Sleeps 4

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

Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

  • Sleeps 4

Garden View Room (Newly Renovated)

  • Sleeps 4

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

Ocean View Room (Newly Renovated)

  • Sleeps 4

Pool View Room (Newly Renovated)

  • 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
(41 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Studio, Kitchenette (Newly Renovated) | Private kitchenette

Studio, Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(45 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 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. .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
  • ‪JoJo’s Shave Ice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kenji Burger - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Kauai Shores Hotel

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 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
  • 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 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

  • 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 35.62 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'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 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. This property uses a grey water recycling system. 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 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauai Shores Hotel on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$504, 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. 1131 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1500 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

thomas, Orland park

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

we had an amazing time! the smell of the ocean was amazing. our favorite part was definitely the free bike rentals!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had an amazing time here. the staff was lovely, our room was beautiful and the restaurant was yummy!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, easy access to the laundry room, very clean hotel. Great access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Atul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was always clean, the staff was amazing. The only problem was that every day we saw cockroaches un the bathroom. But overall the place was amazing.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay even in the rain. Friendly staff & valet, rooms are clean and comfortable, beach front hotel, not a huge resort but very chill & laid back, this was offseason
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, fun property, nice staff and the free bikes are the Cherry on top!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, quiet, pool, hot tub, lava lava restaurant, grounds, valet
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

cassandra G

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was small, but clean. Great for one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good beach access, clean facility, Lava Lava Beach Club has GREAT food and all the staff is all great and super friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tapajit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovated clean rooms with comfy beds. Hot tub. Location on the beach. Free Bike rentals was great family fun. Ms. Jereline, Angel, Rhea & Shyee were all great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and super helpful. Hotel and grounds were clean and well maintained. Beach area and the restaurant/bar area were excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Wanted to love it, but attention to detail is lacking and rooms need a deep clean. Offered wine or chocolate at check in, received neither until I went back to ask how to get it. Discussed parking at check in , but was not give a parking pass. That was another trip to the desk. Bath gel dispenser in shower was empty at check in Housekeeping did not clean room in a timely manner - we were gone from 7 am to 2pm daily and the room was only cleaned one time. Floors in the room are so filthy, dirt washed off the soles of our feet every shower (we take 2 a day) and random hairs (not ours) came along for the ride. They need to deep clean the floors and carpet. Fair warning: our lanai door was not locked when we arrived. Had we not checked, that would have been a security problem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly. They had bikes available to borrow which was great. We bikes to Kapa along the beach. Overall it was great vibes. The only downside is that we really go into the water because of the big waves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thea, Springfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Our room was beautifully updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Iryna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
It is hard to enjoy the "aloha spirit" when you’re checking the sheets with a flashlight every night. I really wanted to love this resort, but unfortunately, our stay was overshadowed by a series of safety and hygiene concerns. The most upsetting part of our trip was finding a cockroach on my daughter’s pillow while she was still in bed. She was absolutely terrified and refused to go to sleep for the rest of the trip.The rest of the family felt incredibly uncomfortable every night, constantly expecting to find more pests crawling in our sheets. Room & Property Condition The hotel is only partially renovated, and the age shows in ways that affect comfort. Noise: The walls offer very little soundproofing, and the patio doors were extremely squeaky. Amenities:We loved the fire pits and gas lights initially,but they were turned off halfway through our stay.Seeing the neighboring hotel’s lights still on made it feel like this property simply ran out of propane or gave up on the ambiance. Safety:the top of the beach swing actually broke and fell, nearly hitting my child. The Food:The restaurant location is unbeatable and the live music was a wonderful touch.Pricy. Perks: The hot/cold water dispensers were very convenient, and we appreciated the yoga classes and free valet parking. Summary: While the staff was great,I cannot recommend a hotel where pests are found in the bedding and equipment is falling apart.For the price,we expected higher standard of maintenance & hygiene.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

TREVOR

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Central location - nice if planning both north and south island adventures. Well-kept grounds. Friendly and helpful staff. Restaurant pricing high but reasonable for location - hit the food carts in Kapa'a for tasty bites on a budget. Rooms clean and serviced nightly. Back lot fills early - tip the valet for hassle-free parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026