Popular places to visit
Wailua Falls
Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.
Smith's Tropical Paradise
Embark on a journey down the river to this traditional family luau with feasts, music and shows in a tropical environment.
Kealia Forest Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Kealia Forest Reserve, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
Kapa'a Beach Park
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kapa'a Beach Park during your trip to Kapaa? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Opaekaa Falls
See the chutes of this glorious, accessible waterfall from the highway, before getting close to enjoy excellent picnic and photo opportunities.
Things to do
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Kauai Wailua Valley & Waterfalls Audio Driving Tour
Kauai Deluxe Sightseeing Flight
Top hotels in Kawaihau
Kauai Shores Hotel
Great staff, wonderful amenities, rooms clean but could be cleaner! Parking can be tricky but they have complementary valet parking! Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Bar well stocked, more dining option and food chooses for dinner and lunch.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
It was a nice hotel with helpful staff.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
A lot of construction going on, that we were not aware of
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
The property was stunning. Worth the money for the views all the way around. It was centrally located. Very easy to access any part of the island. I did ask about the VIP benefits and was told they didn’t know what I was talking about. 10/10 highly recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Was wonderful, staff super nice, room was clean. Only down side was that a big portion of hotel was blocked off for construction and the elevator by our room was out of service which made getting to our room a bit of a maze
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau
Kapahi
When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapa'a Beach Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wailua Homesteads
You'll enjoy the waterfalls and riverfront in Wailua Homesteads. You might want to make time for a stop at Kaua'i's Hindu Monastery or Wailua River State Park.
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Waipouli
While visiting Waipouli, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach.
