Waipouli Travel Guide
Kapaa
Popular places to visit
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
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.
Wailua Falls
Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.
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.
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.
Opaekaa Falls
See the chutes of this glorious, accessible waterfall from the highway, before getting close to enjoy excellent picnic and photo opportunities.
Things to do
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kaua'i Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour
Kalamaku Luau with Buffet Dinner, Open Bar and Show
Kauai Adventure Bundle 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
Top hotels in Waipouli
Kauai Shores Hotel
Perfect place for us, breakfast to order was great, near the beach, two pools, one whirlpool. We will book this place again.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Great ocean view from balcony, 2 good restaurants plus poolside bar with friendly, experienced bartenders. Large pool with lots of lounge space and the beach right across the sidewalk 😊
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Aston Islander on the Beach
Lovely staff and lovely location, some of the outdoor fixtures and furniture were a bit worn, and the TV was near impossible to use, but overall had a good time. My only reason for dropping down 2 stars is because the first room we were assigned to, still had people checked in. Thank goodness they ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Room is outdated, moldy and must. Had an unbearable smell. Carpet is old and dirty. Bed is uncomfortable. Found a roach in the bathroom. Ceiling stucco falling off. Continental Breakfast without coffee or tea. Had to switch rooms but was also in same condition.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Waipouli Beach Resorts & Spa Kauai by OUTRIGGER
Very nice hotel in an extremely convenient location - you are in the middle of Kauai with easy access to every part of the island. Across the street there is a grocery store, abc store and a lot of food places / ice cream. The hotel itself was clean, staff was very nice & easy to get a hold of. Very ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Plantation Hale Suites
Très bon emplacement et bon prix comparé au alentours Je recommande
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waipouli
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Kawaihau
If you're spending some time in Kawaihau, Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapahi Park are top sights worth seeing.
Kapahi
When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapa'a Beach Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wailua Homesteads
You'll enjoy the waterfalls and riverfront in Wailua Homesteads. You might want to make time for a stop at Opaekaa Falls or Pohaku-ho'ohanau and Pohaku Piko.
