Kauai Inn

Property class: 3

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A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.
A hotel room with a balcony, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a garden.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with drawers, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.
A resort with a swimming pool, illuminated pathways, and a view of mountains at dusk.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$332
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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2430 Hulemalu Road, Lihue, HI, 96766
  • Place, Niumalu Beach Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nawiliwili Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nawiliwili Harbor
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, Multiple Beds (No Resort Fee, Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Lanai (No Resort Fee, Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (No Resort Fee, Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Resort Fee, Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lanai (No Resort Fee, Free Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Resort Fee, Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(63 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Mountain View (No Resort Fee, Free Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Soaking Tub, No Resort Fee, Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Lihue

Kauai Inn places you steps from Niumalu Beach Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Nawiliwili Bay. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of car rentals on site. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Nawiliwili hotel include Nawiliwili Harbor and Kalapaki Beach.

What's nearby

  • Niumalu Beach Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nawiliwili Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nawiliwili Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Kalapaki Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Kauai - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Musubi Truck - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kind Koffee Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rob's Good Times Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lilikoi Bar and Grill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Kauai Inn

Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Kauai Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Lihue hotel is smoke free.

  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Kauai Inn offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Lihue hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Portable shower seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
Tax ID - W40366720-01
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. The tax ID number is W40366720-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Kauai Inn
Kauai Inn Lihue
Kauai Hotel Lihue
The Kauai Hotel Lihue
The Kauai Inn HI
Kauai Inn Hotel
Kauai Inn Lihue
Kauai Inn Hotel Lihue

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kauai Inn?

Kauai Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kauai Inn?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauai Inn on 23 Nov 2026 start from AU$332, 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 Inn?

Yep, Kauai Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kauai Inn?

The closest beach to Kauai Inn is Poipu Beach (12.8 km).

Does Kauai Inn have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Kauai Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Kauai Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, visitors give top marks to the free continental brekkie here! Offered daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kauai Inn?

No, Kauai Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kauai Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Kauai Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kauai Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 988 out of 1435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1435 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, quiet location, good breakfast, nice pool, nice backdrop
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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This property has breakfast included, nice view from the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved staying here! We stayed here first night we got on the island and it was a great place to get some rest and some good Hawaii vibes. Would definitely stay again! The pool and courtyard were lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful staff, historic property, great amenities, very well maintained, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love it here
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place stay stay. Perfect location and parking is free.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The cats were so friendly and the property was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and peaceful property. Breakfast was amazing. Staff was helpful and amenities great. We also loved the live music nights. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place , great breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay. Staff was friendly, helpful and always available. Property was well maintained and the room was clean and comfortable. I would stay at the Kauai Inn again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kauai’s best kept secret… old Hawaiian, laid back charm. Gorgeous mountain setting. Twenty-minute walk to shops and restaurants. Staff was amazing and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect stay! Very calm and peaceful! Staff was very friendly and gave us flowers for our hair everyday! they have a lot of great free amenities too! i will be staying here each time i come to kauai!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 4 nights 7/17-7/21/26. The view from our room was beautiful! The staff were friendly and nice. The breakfast was great. The whole stay was relaxing. 2 miles from Lihue Airport
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved everything!!! We will stay here again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff is very kind, breakfast in the morning was great. Very laid back and not a fancy place but exactly what we were looking for. Wild chickens, peacocks, and cats roam the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and beautiful property. Friendly staff. Rooms are nice and air conditioner works great. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Every thing was awesome thank you for the wine
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It's a great place with a great view, near to the airport and restaurants. Staff is very helpful. Love the activities that they have on Fridays and Saturdays for the guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are upgrading the rooms and furnishings while maintaining the old Hawaii look. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great small hotel in Lihue, near the harbor and airport. Great Breakfast. Fresh Fruits, bakery. Good proximity to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great. The facility itself shows its age and our room was much less impressive than the website pictures.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful staff, nice breakfast and live music made for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is beautiful! The hotel is on beautiful land and is well kept and breathtaking. So much grass, trees, and plants that overlook the beautiful mountains. The staff is so kind and create such a nice experience for the guest. Thank you for allowing us to stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026