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Waimea Plantation Cottages, a Coast Resort
Staff was courteous. Cottage was clean, neat and with the usual amenities.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
We had a great stay at the Hilton Garden Inn, Wailua Bay. The room was comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. The ocean view was great from the outside seating, we could even see whales passing by. The location is fantastic with the Lydgate Beach and pools for snorkeling. The sunrises ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Clean room and staff was very friendly. NO laundry on site as advertised. On site restaurant was ok, just make reservations! They were completely EMPTY on several days and would tell you they had no room due to reservations, and not a single seat was occupied. Made no sense and they lost customers ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER
Awesome
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Banyan Harbor Resort
Condo was clean, and no significant deficiency in level of maintenance, but felt a bit dated. Views of Ho’opu are great, but the harbor area directly in front of the resort includes the cargo reception area, so a bit industrial. All in all: the location is super convenient, the staff friendly, and ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Hanalei Bay Resort
When we were upgraded to a nicer room due to the poor conditions of the room, we were given our stay was much more enjoyable.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit

Waimea Canyon
Gaze out at the colorful greens and reds of the majestic peaks and troughs in Kauai’s Grand Canyon of the Pacific.

Waimea Canyon State Park
You can take time to visit Waimea Canyon State Park during your travels to Waimea. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Kalalau Lookout
Find out about the history of Hanalei when you take a trip to Kalalau Lookout. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park
Learn about an intriguing and little-known part of Hawaiian and Russian history with a trip to the remaining walls of this fortress.

Waipo’o Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waipo’o Falls during your travels in Waimea. Wander the beautiful beaches in this romantic area.

Captain Cook Monument
You can find out about the history of Waimea with a stop at Captain Cook Monument. Wander the beautiful beaches in this romantic area.


