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The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

A resort with multiple swimming pools, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.

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A coastal landscape with a golf course, ocean, and mountains in the background.

A modern room with a view of the sea, a dining area with blue chairs, a wicker chandelier, and a stone wall.

A resort with a covered outdoor dining area, palm trees, and a pond.

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Spa
Air-conditioning

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766

Place, Kalapaki Beach
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Nawiliwili Bay
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Nawiliwili Harbor
‪15 min walk‬
Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
‪3 min drive‬

Room options

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the ocean.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

Ocean view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

A resort with multiple swimming pools surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

King Pool View

Exceptional

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the mountains.

King Preferred Ocean View

Wonderful

Ocean view
43 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the mountains.

Two Queens Preferred Ocean View

Excellent

Ocean view
43 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A neatly made bed with white linens and a green accent pillow, a modern lamp, and a geometric wall panel.

King Ocen View

Exceptional

Ocean view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Pool View

Wonderful

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a building through a window.

King Garden View

Wonderful

Garden view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of mountains.

Two Queens Ocean View

Wonderful

Ocean view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a small table with chairs, and a view of the outside balcony.

Two Queens Garden View

Exceptional

Garden view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a pool and garden.

King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

Wonderful

Resort view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoor pool area.

Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

Very good

Resort view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai

Resort view
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative vase with flowers.

King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite

Ocean view
93 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a chair, and a view of the beach and ocean.

King Oceanfront Lanai Suite

Ocean view
93 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Presidential Suite

Ocean view
197 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room

Sleeps 4

Room

Sleeps 4

Room

Sleeps 4

About the area

Lihue

A luxury stay in Lihue awaits you at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A relaxing visit to Alexander Day Spa can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find cabanas, and enjoy the 5 hot tubs and outdoor swimming pool. 27758 square feet (2579 square metres) of event facilities include 11 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include a 24-hour gym, a children's swimming pool and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Lihue hotel include The Ocean Course at Hokuala and Nawiliwili Harbor.

What's nearby

Kalapaki Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Nawiliwili Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Nawiliwili Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
The Ocean Course at Hokuala - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Nawiliwili Harbor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

Lihue, HI (LIH) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

‪Duke's Kauai - ‬10 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
‪The Musubi Truck - ‬8 min walk
‪Ai Ono Cafe - ‬8 min drive
‪Mea Inu Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with cabanas (surcharge) and umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue such as an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. This luxury hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Lihue hotel is smoke free.

356 guestrooms or units

10 levels

2 buildings

4 dining venues

2 bars or lounges

27758 sq ft of conference space

2579 sq. m of conference space

Built in 1986

Deli

Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)

Beach lounge chairs

Towels for the beach

Umbrellas for the beach

Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Charging station for electric cars

Business facilities

Conference space

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Coffee in lobby

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Express check-out

Staff members are multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front desk safe

Tour and ticket information

Concierge

Wedding services available

Terrace

Garden

BBQ grill(s)

Outdoor picnic space

Beauty salon

On-site shopping

Lift

No smoking on site

Water dispenser

Bar by the pool

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers 356 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Lihue hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on request. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2024.

Alexander Day Spa has 5 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Pool
Spa pool
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Kids’ pool

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
Parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
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 AM for a fee: USD 32.95 per person
2 bars/lounges
4 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Aupaka Terrace
Cafe Portofino
Duke's Kauai
Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach
Royal Lanai

Things to do

18-hole adjacent golf course
24-hour gym
5 hot tubs
Art gallery
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Bodyboard
Children's pool
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Fitness classes
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
Paddleboard
Shopping
Surf lessons
Water sports equipment

Family friendly

Children's pool
In-room cot
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping on request
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

11 meeting rooms
27,758 square feet of conference space
Business centre
Computer station

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Beach cabanas (surcharge)
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On the bay
On the beach
Outdoor entertainment area
Picnic area
Pool cabanas (surcharge)
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Full-service spa

5 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Detox wraps
Facials
Hot stone massages
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Reflexology
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Swedish massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Ceiling hoist
Doorbell and phone notification
Handrails in hallways (86 centimetre high)
Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
Hardwood flooring in room
Lever door handles
Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
Pool hoist on site
Sign language-capable staff
Stair-free path to entrance
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchairs on site

10 floors
2 buildings
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1986
Renovated guestrooms - August 2024
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Egyptian cotton sheets
Free cot
Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
Netflix
Pay films

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Meal delivery service
Refrigerator

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.

Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Resort fee: USD 53.42 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Business centre/computer access
Fitness centre access
Fitness/yoga classes
Health club access
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Phone calls
Shuttle service

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: from approximately USD 32.95 per person
Self-parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
Valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

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 - W89793163-01

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

This property is professionally cleaned

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 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 W89793163-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

As of 6 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue on 27 Sept 2026 start from AU$619, 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 The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yep, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 30 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yep, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is a short 5-minute walk from Kalapaki Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga, volleyball and surfing. You can also find water sports equipment.

Is there a spa on site at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yep, Alexander Day Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as sports massages.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a cabana and under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue features 5 hot tubs, an outdoor pool and 4 restaurants. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and beachfront dining, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue.

Is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is a hit with families.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 4 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

There is a golf course next to The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue.

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

27 Apr 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The resort was beautiful.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

1 June 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Upgrade to the ocien view was so worth it, hearing the waves at night! Great location and so close to the airport. Would stay again if visiting the island!

Beautiful property and fun for the kids!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

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Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

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Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types

Important information

Fees