Kauai Shores HotelKapaa, Hawaii
★ 8.7/10 · 1,117 guest reviews

Kauai Shores Hotel

Oceanfront hotel with renovated rooms and direct beach access.

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Kauai Shores Hotel is an oceanfront property located on Wailua Bay along Kauai's Royal Coconut Coast. The hotel features renovated rooms with island décor and offers direct access to its private beach. Its central location positions guests within an hour's drive of both the North Shore and South Shore of Kauai. The hotel is also a short drive from Lihue Airport and various local attractions.

8.7/10
Guest rating
1,117 reviews
4
Room types
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$321
Rates from
per night

Should you book Kauai Shores Hotel?

A renovated oceanfront hotel with two pools and on-site dining, located conveniently between Kauai's north and south shores.

Best for

  • Direct beach access
  • Family stays
  • Convenient location
  • Adventure travelers

Maybe not ideal for

  • Hospitality fee for parking

Beachfront setting

This oceanfront hotel provides direct access to Wailua Bay. Guests can enjoy the beachfront setting and proximity to the Coconut Marketplace, just a short walk away.

Renovated rooms

Accommodations feature private balconies or patios, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Select rooms offer ocean, pool, or garden views, with kitchenette options available.

On-site dining

Lava Lava Beach Club, the beachfront restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Live music and happy hour are also available at the venue.

Outdoor pools and activities

The property has two outdoor swimming pools and a hot tub. Complimentary bicycle rentals are offered, and guests can enjoy lawn games and evening entertainment.

Rooms & rates

Garden View Room (Newly Renovated)

29.0 m²

Balcony · Garden view · Inner courtyard view · Air conditioning · Patio · Attached bathroom

from $321 View Deal

Pool View Room (Newly Renovated)

29.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 king bed 2 queen beds

Balcony · Pool view · Air conditioning · Patio · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV

from $339 View Deal

Ocean View Room (Newly Renovated)

29.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 king bed 2 queen beds

Balcony · Sea view · Air conditioning · Patio · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV

from $474 View Deal

Studio Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

36.0 m² · 2 queen beds

Private suite · Private kitchenette · Attached bathroom · Balcony · Garden view · Air conditioning

from $497 View Deal

What you'll enjoy

Outdoor Pool
Beach Access
On-site Dining
Bar & Lounge
Free Parking
Free Wi-Fi

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Amenities & facilities

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Bar

Great for your stay

  • Restaurant
  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator

Location

420 Papaloa Road, Kapaa, HI 96746, United States, Kapaa, Hawaii

Get directions

Kauai Shores Hotel is located in Kapaa, Hawaii.

5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Wailua Beach, is 0.5 mi away.

Things to do nearby

  • Kukui Heiauhistoric site0.1 mi
  • Wailua Beachbeach0.5 mi
  • Hikinaakala Heiauhistoric site0.8 mi
  • Wailua Marinamarina0.8 mi
  • Wailua Homesteads Parkpark0.9 mi

Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors

What guests say

8.7 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 1,117 guest reviews

Location & beach access · 22Friendly & helpful staff · 18Cleanliness & updated rooms · 15On-site restaurant & bar (Lava Lava) · 12Spacious rooms & amenities · 8

Kauai Shores Hotel earns consistently high marks for its beachfront location, clean and recently renovated rooms, and warm staff — with the on-site Lava Lava restaurant and bar a particular highlight for many guests. Recurring frustrations centre on limited and shared parking, very poor Wi-Fi, and noise bleed between rooms and corridors. Overall sentiment across the reviewed stays is strongly positive, with the vast majority of guests saying they would return.

Reviews scoring 9–10: 24 · average 9.3

They wrote about: staff, location, cleanliness

Reviews scoring 7–9: 5 · average 8

They wrote about: cleanliness, facilities, staff

Good to know

Wi-FiFree
ParkingAvailable
Air conditioningAvailable
Front desk24 hours
Typical guestsCouples (55% of reviewers)
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible
Luggage storageAvailable
Non-smoking roomsAvailable
Languages spokenEnglish

House rules

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hotel's location?

The hotel is located on Wailua Bay along Kauai's Royal Coconut Coast in Kapaa, Hawaii, offering a beachfront setting.

What types of rooms are available?

Available rooms include Garden View, Pool View, Ocean View, and Studio Kitchenette, all newly renovated.

Is there dining on-site?

Yes, Lava Lava Beach Club is the on-site beachfront restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Is parking available?

Free parking is available on-site, though there is an additional daily hospitality fee.

Are children welcome?

Yes, children 18 and under stay free using existing bedding. Studio Kitchenette rooms are noted as being great for families.

What attractions are nearby?

Nearby attractions include Coconut Marketplace, Kukui Heiau, Kayak Wailua, and Wailua Beach.

What is the price range for rooms?

Prices start from $321 per night for a Garden View Room.

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Address420 Papaloa Road, Kapaa, HI 96746, United States, Kapaa, Hawaii
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