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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$487
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Explore the area

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420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI, 96746
  • Place, Coconut Marketplace
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lae Nani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waipouli Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(81 reviews)

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 Deluxe Garden View Room with Kitchenette

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

Deluxe Garden View Room with Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Standard Room Non smoking

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

Standard Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Garden View Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Ocean View Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Pool View Room Non smoking

  • 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
(39 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 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
(38 reviews)

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

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. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Waipouli hotel include Kauai Museum and Nawiliwili Harbor.

What's nearby

  • Coconut Marketplace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lae Nani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wailua Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Waipouli Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Smith's Tropical Paradise - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lava Lava Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪JoJo’s Shave Ice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Waipouli Deli & Restaurant - ‬17 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
  • 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

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 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 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 30 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauai Shores Hotel on 2 Mar 2026 start from AU$436.80, 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. 1051 out of 1408 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1408 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1408 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1408 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1408 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time there. We really like the small hotel atmosphere. Clean, location, and staff. Just what we needed. We will come back. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tristan Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was beautiful and clean, loved our stay! Parking was rough at times but we didnt use the valet.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in convenient location, free valet/self-park is nice, rooms were spacious
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Kauai Shores was wonderful! The location was absolutely beautiful! We really enjoyed the fact that we could walk outside and sit with our coffee on the beach for sun rise. The water was too rough to swim in, but it was just a short drive to the more swimmable beach. Our room was nice and spacious. The restaurant on site was just ok....it seemed very expensive and although the food was decent, it wasn't as good as some other places we ate on the island. It was nice to have the full bar on site, however, and they had live music a couple of the evenings we were there which we enjoyed. The staff were very friendly and the complimentary valet parking was a perk. The location on the island was good because it was fairly close to the airport and kind of centrally located between north and south shore. Overall, a really wonderful experience and we would definitely consider staying again if we returned.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff were awesome, I will definitely stay here again. The only thing I wish the room would have had a microwave not just a refrigerator. But overall it was a great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room system. AC unit did not hang from a window but was outside on the lanai with hoses running into the room and then diffused. Very quiet and very efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lino

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and everybody was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara f

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhinav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, Banning

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to lots of dining and entertainment in a beautiful setting
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Artur

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location to explore the island by car. Many restaurants in short drive distance
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siek Mee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is on the beach. It has a restaurant. It is close (walking) to a shopping center that has classes and many restaurants to choose from. It is close with everything. Renting a car is a must though. My wish is that the parking slot is bigger. It is so so tight with other car!!! Small scratch is almost guaranteed!!! Valet parking is the safest option for this which is available. I will stay again.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room.was comfortable and it was nice and close to the pool and beach area. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the patio outside room with the chickens and birds. Pools and hot tub were nice with space to sit when we were looking to have pool time. Valet team was amazing and very prompt when we requested car. Only down fall was whe we went for happy hour drinks we were told we could only sit at the bar or the long table in front of the bar in which both were full other than a couple single chairs. We asked if our group could sit at one of the many empty tables outside and were told unles we were eating we could not sit there so we left. They seemed more interested in having empty tables that than making money.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca, Chicago

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was perfect for us! We wanted a location that was in the middle, as far as island accessibility. While on Kauai we wanted to make sure we didn't have too long of a drive if we wanted to head up north or when visiting family on the west side. Though we didn't utilize most of the amenities, we were happy to see that there were so many available. The Lava Lava Beach Club was perfect for nights that we wanted to have dinner and a few cocktails without needing to drive anywhere. My only real gripe would be about the size of the bathroom and shower. Though the room was spacious (king size bed) a little extra space was needed in the bathroom. We also found the firmness of the bed and pillows too much for us, but it might be perfect for someone else. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

daniel

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

Convenient and comfortable

I was referred here from a friend and I glad I listened. This is a great place especially when considering affordability. Very comfortable place. While not the most upscale, it is still very clean and well maintained. Great pool and is also just steps from the beach. Nightly fire pits and live music at Lava Lava on the property. Rooms are perfect size and beds are nice and comfortable. Lots of good shopping and food nearby. Easy parking . The staff was friendly and helpful. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a great spot for our trip
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayeshia

Liked: Amenities
Had a wonderful time. Excellent hotel, beach and food
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cedric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good that parking was free but the property lacked parking spaces for self parking at nite.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shana Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tyrese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, however the room door had issues
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was good, parking was hassle at times. Staff was very attentive and friendly. Would prefer a fresh coffee option in the lobby.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is adorable. As an interior designer I thought it was well planned except for few items. Recommendations: More hooks in the bathroom. The one near the towel rack was not usable as its so close. Towel rings on each side of the mirror would help keep the hand towels dry and save on laundry. And raising the towel bar over the toilet for same reason. Mirror in bath and at vanity although cute are basically useless to see yourself for shaving or make up. A lighted pull out in bathroom would help.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025