Kawaihau, HI

Kapaa

For a fine art print visit www.mattandersonphotography.com Upper Ho’opi’i Falls is a small waterfall along Kapa’a Stream. It’s near the town of Kapa’a on the east side of Kauai. I’ve been to +16 islands, and this has to be the prettiest waterfall I have ever experienced. When I was crossing the top of the falls, I fell, gear and all. Luckily I was able to absorb most the impact of my gear (flat on my back). One foot closer to the edge, and I would have surely slid down the falls to the vicious bottom. Kauai, Hawaii
For a fine art print visit www.mattandersonphotography.com Upper Ho’opi’i Falls is a small waterfall along Kapa’a Stream. It’s near the town of Kapa’a on the east side of Kauai. I’ve been to +16 islands, and this has to be the prettiest waterfall I have ever experienced. When I was crossing the top of the falls, I fell, gear and all. Luckily I was able to absorb most the impact of my gear (flat on my back). One foot closer to the edge, and I would have surely slid down the falls to the vicious bottom. Kauai, Hawaii

Popular places to visit

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Waipouli Beach

4/5(1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?

Waipouli Beach
Wailua Falls which includes a cascade and forest scenes

Wailua Falls

4.5/5(862 reviews)

Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.

Wailua Falls
Smith Family Garden Luau featuring a fountain

Smith's Tropical Paradise

Embark on a journey down the river to this traditional family luau with feasts, music and shows in a tropical environment.

Smith's Tropical Paradise
Ho'opi'i Falls along the Kapa'a Stream near the Kapa'a town; Kauai, Hawaii, United States of America

Kealia Forest Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Kealia Forest Reserve, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Kealia Forest Reserve
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Kapa'a Beach Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kapa'a Beach Park during your trip to Kapaa? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Kapa'a Beach Park
Kamokila Hawaiian Village which includes indigenous culture and a garden

Kamokila Hawaiian Village

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kamokila Hawaiian Village during your trip to Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Kamokila Hawaiian Village

Kawaihau Hotel Deals

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr Lihue HI
The price is ₩402,391 per night from Feb 7 to Feb 8
₩402,391
₩538,484 total
Feb 7 - Feb 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,478 reviews)
Great staff and serene location! Very peaceful! Hope theres more lights by the pool when the sun is down

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

3.5 out of 5
3-5920 Kuhio Hwy Lihue HI
The price is ₩328,731 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
₩328,731
₩433,394 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,214 reviews)
The rooms were clean and well kept, and the staff was very friendly and hospitable. The only thing I had a problem with was the $25 daily fee for parking and the $25 fee for daily activities, such as feeding the koi. That increased our cost for the stay by $350. If this was known upfront I may have ...

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa

4.5 out of 5
1571 Poipu Road Koloa HI
The price is ₩1,093,040 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
₩1,093,040
₩1,393,106 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Wow, this place exceeded all of my expectations and then some! If you’re staying in Kauai, this is the place you want to be. The property is absolutely stunning both inside and outside. The pool/beach was top tier as well. Definitely recommend!

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Kaua'i Palms Hotel

Kaua'i Palms Hotel

2 out of 5
2931 Kalena St Lihue HI
The price is ₩217,291 per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
₩217,291
₩257,969 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Nawiliwili Harbor and Huleʻia National Wildlife Refuge ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (450 reviews)
super convenient from airport and easy drive to south beaches etc. limited parking in neighborhood. loved the nearby restaurants and local community

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4 out of 5
3610 Rice Street Lihue HI
The price is ₩548,715 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
₩548,715
₩729,059 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,076 reviews)
Clean, courteous staff, and beautiful location.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd Kapaa HI
The price is ₩364,347 per night from Jan 26 to Jan 27
₩364,347
₩484,644 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,398 reviews)
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.

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
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Kapahi

While there might not be top attractions in Kapahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapa'a Beach Park.

Kapahi
Kamokila Hawaiian Village showing a park and signage

Wailua Homesteads

You'll enjoy the waterfalls and riverfront in Wailua Homesteads. You might want to make time for a stop at Kaua'i's Hindu Monastery or Kamokila Hawaiian Village.

Wailua Homesteads
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Wailua House Lots

If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Wailua House Lots
Wailua Falls, Kauai, Hawaii

Waipouli

If you're spending some time in Waipouli, Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Waipouli

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