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Kauai Shores Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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BBQ/picnic Area
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Lobby
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views
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 AU$475
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 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

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

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

Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 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

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 30 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauai Shores Hotel on 30 May 2026 start from AU$475, 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. 1112 out of 1478 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1478 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1478 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1478 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1478 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Dorinda

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Valet parking was awesome! My room was 103. It's was a great place beach is right there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was updated and clean. I loved having access to bikes to ride on the paved trail that goes along the coast. The only drawback is that parking is limited. When we returned late, we had to use the valet parking, which is complementary but we needed to leave a tip. The location is good being next to a shopping area and an incredible coffee shop. The workers were very friendly and helpful too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jenifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Overall a clean room and convenient location. Grounds were pretty and nice beach in front of hotel. I'm not sure what resort fees were for....there was yoga on the lawn in the mornings but signs at location said would cost $20/day. The one day (of our 3 day stay) I tried to get beach towels, the front desk told me they were out and tried to give me more bath towels. Parking was a nightmare after about 6pm. They said to use valet service if couldn't find a spot but we found that inconvenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Always helpful and gave delightful suggestions for enjoying Kauai. Room was good, location central and having a pool/hot tub alongside a wonderful ocean view with beach made it a special vacation time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice outdoor hang spot On a beach. Super great sleep! Only things we didn’t like were the surprise 30$ a day resort fee :( hard hit, parking was hard though the do have valet we didn’t want to use without being able to tip, and people slammed doors a bit. Ohhh and fridge but no microwave- that would have been nice. Overall a great trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Vishnu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The parking is very limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Katharine

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good so was dinner room was ok. Had to switch rooms due to bugs… they moved our rooms but that was pretty concerning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Truly authentic Hawaii. If you’re looking for a resort with a waterfall fountain, this is not your place. It is a place the locals go to sip cocktails and have a meal at the oceanfront Lava Lava Beach Club. Kauai Shotes is clean and the service is wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Emily Lynn

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

michael

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the friendly and family oriented layout of this property. Grounds are beautiful and well-kept. The extra large hot tub is a perfect temperature and a great spot to relax or meet other travelers. The front desk staff are very friendly and helpful. The onsite Lava Lava Beach Club restaurant is very tasty and convenient for having food anytime of the day. The hotel rooms are updated and fresh. Great large screen Samsung smart televisions are a plus to stream your own apps and content when relaxing in the room. Each room has its own private balcony with 2 chairs and a side table. Bathrooms are roomy with walk-in shower and nicely decorated. Each room has its own safe and refrigerator. Downside is that there are no microwave ovens in the room. Only one microwave at the front desk store for guests to use. Overall, we loved our visit and will reccomend it to anyone looking for a reasonably priced hotel that is beachfront and has many amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura Leiko

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful. Property was so nice. All the small details made it so amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
For our first time Kauai we booked our hotel a bit too late. I would give it 3 stars but location in Kapaa bumped it up to 4. The rooms were just okay and overall just an okay resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

tiara

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026