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Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
BBQ/picnic area
Children's play area - outdoor
Courtyard
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Hot tub
  • Laundry

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Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 313 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 313 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated) | Courtyard view

Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 313 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated) | Beach/ocean view

Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2024
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 313 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located on the beach, Kauai Shores Hotel is in Waipouli, a neighborhood in Kapaa with good airport proximity and shopping. Kauai Lagoons Golf Club and Nawiliwili Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lae Nani Beach and Lydgate Beach. Kauai Museum and Kalapaki Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and hiking/biking trails.
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420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI, 96746

What's nearby

  • Coconut Marketplace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lae Nani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waipouli Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lydgate Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Smith's Tropical Paradise - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Country Markets #93 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lava Beach Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bobby V's Italian Restaurant Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • Waipouli Deli & Restaurant

About this property

Kauai Shores Hotel

Family-friendly hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Lae Nani Beach
Located close to Lydgate Beach, Kauai Shores Hotel provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and a firepit. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Lava Lava Beach Club, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. A garden, a playground, and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Swimming pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and 2 outdoor pools
  • Luggage storage, a water dispenser, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, beach locale, and overall value
Room features
All 200 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like separate sitting areas and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and LED light bulbs

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lava Lava Beach Club

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 5.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 35.39 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 - TA-187-270-1440-01
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Hotel Kauai Sands
Kauai Sands
Kauai Sands Hotel
Kauai Sands Hotel Kapaa
Kauai Sands Kapaa
Sands Hotel Kauai
Kauai Shores Hotel Kapaa
Kauai Shores Kapaa
Kauai Shores Hotel Hotel
Kauai Shores Hotel Kapaa
Kauai Shores Hotel Hotel Kapaa

Frequently asked questions

Does Kauai Shores Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Kauai Shores Hotel?

As of Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauai Shores Hotel on Aug 25, 2025 start from CA $263.48, excluding 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 Kauai Shores Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Kauai Shores Hotel?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kauai Shores Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Kauai Shores Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Kauai Shores Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waipouli hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lae Nani Beach and Lydgate Beach. Kauai Museum and Kalapaki Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Kauai Shores Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 966 out of 1316 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1316 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1316 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1316 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1316 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

alysa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right next to the beach and shopping area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parmjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first visit to Kauai and we picked the perfect place to stay, we enjoyed our stay at Kauai Shores.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mélanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mélanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maksim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent small and quite place
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaimalya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the beach, the pools and hot tub on the property. The restaurant with live music on site was great as well. We really loved our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds, pool, and beach were well kept, the staff was friendly and helpful, the restaurant was great, and the room was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on the beach with kind and helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sivashankara Narayanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, no frills. Best aspect is the beach right by the hotel and a nice restaurant in the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best value on the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good for shortterm vacation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, food at lava lava was delicious, nice access to a couple great beach areas, pool was the perfect size for the kids and us to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl Mae Soria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free bike rental, yoga and valet parking. We had an amazing stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
That hotel is amazing and right on the beach !!! Everything is beautiful and location is perfect !!! Hotel staff very friendly, room was clean, we didn’t had any issues with parking. Restaurant on the beach was amazing and we loved live music every night !!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anu-Radha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel by the beach and near everything. I would come back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Sword Fish special was outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Perfect location / family friendly. Worth it for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Free valet was a plus. Close to the Country Market which we enjoyed
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful views and so clean and updated! Very nicely decorated and well kept! A wonderful staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kauai Shores is a very nice place to stay. The staff were all very helpful and friendly. Located in middle of Kauai so great to get to North and South areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane yejin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very good and convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjit K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great old school hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025