The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

Photo gallery for The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Creator video
Golf
View from room
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$794
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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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
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Preferred Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 43 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Preferred Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 43 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Ocen View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Queens Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Lanais Suite

Highlights

Furnished lanai
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Presidential Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
  • 197 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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, Wi-Fi in public areas and a children's swimming pool. 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
  • Kauai Lagoons Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nawiliwili Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Kauai - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Musubi Truck - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lilikoi Bar and Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hualani's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kind Koffee Co. - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
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. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. 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
  • ATM
  • 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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Property amenities

Internet

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

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)
  • 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

More

  • 10 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Renovated guestrooms - August 2024
  • Smoke-free property

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

More

  • 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 53.08 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
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • 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
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. 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 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue on 18 Jan 2026 start from AU$714.19, 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 deep-tissue 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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 755 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1050 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

miguelito, fresno

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice place to stay in the garden island of Kauai.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was superb in all areas!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelby

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen Beatriz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Resort nice and clean. The beach and ocean view was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles, Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Room with Cockroaches

Bathroom seems like it's been recently updated. Extra visitors e.g. In total, 1 cockroach came into the room a night. Not sure if it is because we were on the first floor...but if you're squeamish about critters, beware. Extremely hard to find parking, the lot was full every night on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Was a lovely experience, lots of things to do within walking distance as well!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Loeyis

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yehuda

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gohar

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked and paid for an ocean view room, but the manager cheated us and put us in a pool view room instead—without even a simple apology. The dishonesty was shocking. On top of that, the environment was awful, and the room itself felt dirty and poorly maintained. Towels and bedding did not feel fresh or properly washed, which made the stay even more uncomfortable. This was hands down the worst experience I’ve ever had at a hotel. If you care about honesty, cleanliness, and basic respect, do not stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with a large pool and multiple hot tubs. We really enjoyed the sushi restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jean paul

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our second time in Kauai and first time with a baby. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay at Royal Sonesta! We absolutely loved our view that included both the beach and pool area. Best night sleep with ocean wave sounds, natural white noise for our baby. The beach was awesome, super clean, soft and not too crowded. Their pool is the BEST in Hawaii!! Huge, clean, and included 5 jacuzzis as well as a kids pool. The poolside dining service was yummy, lots of options and super convenient (see attached pictures). The bar/restaurant (Kukui) was okay: great service, yummy food, but it didn’t feel like a restaurant. Most people were dressed casual and the menu was very simple, unlike for example, in Hualani’s (restaurant nearby). We wished there was a breakfast buffet available instead of only menu. We also didn’t like how room cleanings were every other day and not every day. It would get really dirty by the second day, especially with kids, but we really loved that the floors weren’t carpeted. Also, no laundry service, only self service in coin laundry located super far away in one of the towers. To sum up, this hotel can offer you a great vacation for its generally affordable price, with its nice location, private beach area and an amazing pool, clean facilities, fast service, convenient self parking and yummy food.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful! Very friendly staff, not overcrowded, easy and convenient walking trails to shop and eat! We absolutely loved staying there and can’t wait to make another vacation there!
Lobby @ Resort
Resort Pool
Resort & Pool
Duke’s Kauai Hula Pie
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ajaydeep

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Léila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent time there
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Perfect view
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

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

Perfect intimate resort on the bay

Love the location, convenience and intimacy of this beach resort. Really enjoyed the top notch experience - our room had a gorgeous balcony, coffee maker, steamer for my vacation outfits, and excellent bellmen staff. We received a complimentary glass of champagne as it was our honeymoon and it was the small touches that made all the difference.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

EXTRA CHARGES/HOMELESS SNEAKING IN THE KIDS POOL

There was a homeless woman who snuck into the pool & asked my child to swim down the slide with her, I had to get a pool attendant to have her removed. I also had extra charges on my debit card that was not mentioned at the time of check out so I have to deal with customer service. Overall, a 2 day stay cost us $1,650 & that’s before dining with our family of 4! After speaking to customer service I was told due to technical difficulties the cannot give me a reference number even for a complaint about the extra $200 charge on my card, so I will have to follow up if not contacted within 48 hours about it. What was supposed to be an $1100 stay for 2 nights, turned into $1500 with additional charges, self parking & valet for one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025