South Shore

Travel Guide

South Shore
Koloa which includes signage
Koloa which includes signage
Koloa featuring a beach
Koloa featuring shopping and interior views

Where to stay in South Shore

Poipu featuring a sandy beach, landscape views and tropical scenes

Poipu

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Boasting high-end hotels, resorts, and two main shopping centers, Poʻipū offers a luxurious stay. Explore attractions like Allerton Garden, Mahaulepu Beach, and Spouting Horn for a memorable experience.

Poipu
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Bayview

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bayview and surrounding area, you can visit Poipu Beach and Poipu Bay Golf Course.

Bayview
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Omao

Though Omao might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Poipu Beach and National Tropical Botanical Garden.

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Old Koloa Town

When in Old Koloa Town, you can plan a visit to Prince Kuhio Park and Lawai Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Koloa Town
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

4.5 out of 5
2641 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
The price is CA $1,014 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
CA $1,014
CA $1,197 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice property, however, it was not beach front and the nearby beach had rocky sands."

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2025

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
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 CA $955 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
CA $955
CA $1,217 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (1,004 reviews)
"Stunning resort in an even more stunning location. Super expensive, so you just have to decide whether it’s worth the money or not. We stayed for 6 nights. Would likely only stay for 3 next time and split it up a little. Pros: - probably the best place on the island to stay. The island itself is ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2025

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas

Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas

4 out of 5
2440 Hoonani Road, Koloa, HI
The price is CA $415 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
CA $415
CA $489 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (616 reviews)
"Beautiful Resort... right on the beach with perfect ways for boogie boarding and loved free Yoga on the beach."

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas
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Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows

Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows

3 out of 5
2253B Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,023 reviews)
"Beautiful location! Loved having coffee every morning on the lanai."

Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2025

Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows
Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER

Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER

3 out of 5
2253 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Poipu Beach and Poipu Shopping Village ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (951 reviews)
"Loved the stay. Communication and staff were great! Only downsides were that the room only had a floor A/C unit and a lot of things broken. Very warm nights to sleep well. Room needs a little makeover. Broken tiles, oven wasn’t working (fixed immediately on a good side!) double doors broken, and ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2025

Kiahuna Plantation Resort Kauai by OUTRIGGER
Waiohai Beach House: Poipu Beachfront Estate

Waiohai Beach House: Poipu Beachfront Estate

Koloa
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Poipu Beach and Brennecke Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"Unparalleled location; a dream vacation for my family! The home is great for anyone wanting to enjoy the beach without needing to pack the car and dealing with logistics. The house is right there! The pool is fun and we really enjoyed the grill and outside eating area. Can’t wait to come again."

Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2025

Waiohai Beach House: Poipu Beachfront Estate
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Popular places to visit

Poipu Beach which includes a beach

Poipu Beach

Visit one of the world’s best beaches, with coves of white sand and clear water decorating the Sunny South Side.

Poipu Beach
Lawai Beach

Lawai Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Lawai Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Koloa. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.

Lawai Beach
Shipwreck Beach

Shipwreck Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Shipwreck Beach during your travels in Koloa? Amble around this romantic area's seaside, or seek out the snorkeling spots.

Shipwreck Beach
Baby Beach

Baby Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Baby Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Koloa. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the snorkeling spots.

Baby Beach
Allerton Botanical Garden which includes a garden and forest scenes

National Tropical Botanical Garden

Enjoy a picnic with a view of the waterfalls and fountains in this serene garden decorated with sculptures and art pieces.

National Tropical Botanical Garden
Poipu Beach which includes a beach

Brennecke Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Brennecke Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Koloa. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

Brennecke Beach

Cities near South Shore

Lihue showing a beach and a coastal town

Lihue

Koloa showing a beach and general coastal views

Koloa

Kalaheo showing a river or creek and a garden

Kalaheo