Hotel Coral Reef

2.5 star property

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A natural waterfall cascading over rocks into a pool, surrounded by tropical vegetation.
A pool area with a view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and a grassy lawn.
A grassy area with palm trees and a path leading to the beach.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, surrounded by palm trees and well-maintained lawns.
A sunset over the ocean with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$364
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug

Explore the area

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4-1516 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, HI, 96746
  • Place, Kapa'a Beach Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Waipouli Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(79 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Panoramic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Kapaa

At Hotel Coral Reef you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Ho'olalaea Waterfall and Kela's Glass Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to snorkelling and free bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Kapaa hotel include Coconut Marketplace and Kauai Museum.

What's nearby

  • Kapa'a Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ho'olalaea Waterfall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ke Ala Hele Makalae East Shore Beach Path - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fuji Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waipouli Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Java Kai Kapaa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fish Bar Deli - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kountry Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pono Market - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hotel Coral Reef

Hotel Coral Reef offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Coral Reef.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kapaa hotel.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1956
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hotel Coral Reef offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

This Kapaa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on request and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1956
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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, 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 - TA-116-461-1584-01
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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-116-461-1584-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Hotel Coral Reef.

Property is also known as

Coral Reef Hotel
Coral Reef Kapaa
Hotel Coral
Hotel Coral Reef
Hotel Coral Reef Kapaa
Hotel Reef
Hotel Coral Reef Kauai/Kapaa
Hotel Coral Reef Hotel
Hotel Coral Reef Kapaa
Hotel Coral Reef Hotel Kapaa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Coral Reef?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Coral Reef?

As of 3 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Coral Reef on 8 Aug 2026 start from AU$364, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Coral Reef?

Yep, Hotel Coral Reef is a short 6-minute walk from Kapa'a Beach Park. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Hotel Coral Reef have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Hotel Coral Reef has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Coral Reef?

No, Hotel Coral Reef does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Coral Reef?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Coral Reef?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Coral Reef Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great budget hotel in Kauai
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location by the beach and bike trail
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice access to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff, beautiful ocean view!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beach view was fabulous, the A/C worked great, and the room was perfectly cleaned
View from our room
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zhiliang

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The location is perfect with a walkable distance to downtown and beach. You can enjoy the sunrise everyday. And the front desk staffs are very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient location - great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, clean, air conditioning, fridge, complimentary cofee, free parking, great beach access, close to town, and very friendly staff that helped with every need. Great breakfast restaurant adjacent to hotel property.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in the center of Kapa'a. Great pool, welcoming staff, beautiful beach bike path and easy to walk everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had an incredible view of the beach, air conditioner worked great and the staff was so helpful and amazing. We will for sure book this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second floor was unobstructed view and we could sit out on our balcony all day! We even saw whales spouting on our last morning there!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

KATHLEEN ANN ARPON

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Oceanfront property with the best view of the sunrise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The office staff was very welcoming. The hotel is close to several good restaurants and an ABC Store — all within walking distance. Plenty of shade near the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Staff & service
Location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection! AC was awesome,view was amazing, SO close to the ocean. Wonderful staff ~ so kind! Not fancy, but absolutely wonderful! I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Sunrise from my lanai!!!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The roomwas fantastic and the staff were were very friendly and always willing to help. The view from the room was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david w

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ac worked great. View from the room was amazing we could see the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ohilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful people, great location and perfect views of the sunrise.
View from room 2204
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Zorintha Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for the price - perfect location. Will rebook if I come back to Kauai.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Right on the ocean. Very kind staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beach view is unobstructed and fantastic. The staff is very friendly. The shower dripped continuously, the elevator stopped working during our stay, and the toilet handle needed some jiggling.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Ocean front and pedestrian/bike bath along the oceanfront.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and a footsteps away from great snorkeling
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was overlooking the beach with a fantastic view of the ocean. Hotel is within walking distance or biking distance of hotel.they offer free bikes.Staff is Texas friendly and have great banana bread in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026