Kauai Shores Hotel

Hotels
Hawaiian Hotels & Resorts
9 (2191 reviews)
420 Papaloa Road , Kapaa , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good value
Cons:
Limited parking
Small swimming pool

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Many reviews mention that the rooms were very clean and cozy.
Service
9.5
Repeated positive comments about friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9
Numerous mentions of a fabulous location right on the beach.
Room Quality
9
Reviews highlight the comfort and cleanliness of the rooms.
Amenities
8.5
Positive notes on amenities like free bikes and onsite restaurants.
Value for Money
9
Guests felt the price was more than worth it for the quality offered.
Food and Beverage
9
Reviews praised the hotel restaurant and overall dining experience.
Overall Experience
9
Overall guest satisfaction was very high, with many recommending the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 20:30

Property Description

Oceanfront Location and Private Beach
Kauai Shores Hotel in Kapaa offers a stunning oceanfront setting with a private beach for guests to enjoy the sun and sand.

Tropical Courtyard and Outdoor Pools
The 6-acre tropical courtyard at the hotel provides a lush oasis for relaxation, complemented by 2 outdoor pools for a refreshing dip.

Island-Style Rooms and Oceanfront Dining
Guest rooms feature vibrant island-style décor and private balconies with various scenic views. Indulge in fresh island fare and cocktails at the ocean-front Lava Lava Beach Club restaurant.

Book your stay at Kauai Shores Hotel now to experience the perfect blend of tropical paradise and oceanfront luxury.

Important information:

Extra beds are available and charges vary. Please contact the hotel in advance using the contact details on the booking confirmation.

Luggage storage will be available from 07:00 - 23:00. Overnight storage is prohibited.

The Lava Lava Beach Club stops serving breakfast at 11:00.

The daily resort fee includes:
- Bike Hire
- Chilled water in lobby
- Concierge services
- In room coffee with 2 daily Keurig® coffee pods
- 2 bottles of water en suite upon arrival
- Two refillable water bottles are provided at check-in.y
- In-room safe
- Local and toll-free calls
- Self and valet parking
- WiFi Internet throughout
- Outdoor yoga classes (every day)
- Use of beach towels and chairsGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LIH

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

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

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for US$5 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 2191 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9
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SHINJI couple jp
5
雨降りでなかったら、もっと印象が良かったかもしれません。
Pros:

部屋は広く快適だった。
庭も広く、海岸にもすぐ出られるのが良かった。

Cons:

雨降りの中建物への通路が水没しており、靴がずぶ濡れになって大変だった。フロントからの注意もなかった。
部屋のティッシュペーパーが無くなったのでフロントに言ったところ、トイレットペーパーを渡された。
2階建てでエレベーターは無く、スーツケースを運ぶのが少し大変だった。

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Suraj Kumar K P solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Great location, clean

Cons:

None. Liked everything about the hotel.

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Rachel couple us
9
Had a short stay while waiting for a late flight home. Great hotel!
Pros:

Very clean and excellent customer service at the front desk.

Cons:

A bit noisy from doors slamming and people in the hallway.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Vladyslava couple us
9
2026-04-15 via Nuitee
J
Jeff couple us
9
Very enjoyable stay; Loved having Lava Lava Restaurant onsite.
Pros:

Location perfect; Updated room very clean.

Cons:

Nothing needed improving.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
J
Julie solo_traveller us
9
Great base to travel out from for our vacation adventures
Pros:

Great location, beautiful beach, swimming pools great for kids entertainment

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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190nishap Family
10
Great location
Pros:

Good and new rooms , great check in staff

2026-04-09 via Tripadvisor
K
Karen couple us
10
Had a wonderful time.
Pros:

Comfortable, well maintained, friendly helpful staff

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
G
Greg family_with_children us
10
Great choice to start our Kauai visit
Pros:

Beach, pool, restaurant, free bikes, friendly staff, big lawn, games

Wonderful old school beach vibe

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
M
Martin solo_traveller us
8
Had a great time.
Pros:

The staff was the best.

Cons:

Internet was TERRIBLE. Almost non-existent.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Chen couple us
9
Very relaxing stay
Pros:

This place is next to the beach, costal pathway and a village of ABC store and number of restaurants close by. The room is big with a great view on the second floor, but no elevators. We enjoyed the complimentary bikes and valet parking. It is also close to some sights we wanted to visit. There are nice music going every night. The hot tub is available on the premise.

Cons:

Wish it is easier to park without using Valet Parking. We wish the wall insulation is better between rooms; we could hear our neighbor talking at 5am one morning. We wish there is another hot tub for visitors to use, the one we used was a little crowded.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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SandraPittsburgh_PA Friends getaway
10
The Perfect Vibe Hotel in Kauai
Pros:

I co-hosted a work reunion with people from all over the U.S. at this hotel for 5-nights in March 2026. As I was managing this reunion from Pennsylvania -- having absolutely no idea how this was all going to work out -- I couldn't have been more pleasantly surprised. Kauai Shores exceeded not only my expectations, but all of the reunion attendees raved about this hotel in terms of the updated rooms (very clean and comfy), immaculate grounds/pools, customer service, valet service, location, and overall general ALOHA vibe of this hotel with its old-world charm and graciousness.

Kauai Shores offers so much more than just a hotel. Every staff member is committed to assisting with any questions or requests with much ALOHA! Guests really are made to feel at home and part of the ohana. One of the standout offerings -- imho -- is that there are water-bottle refill stations available. I am a big believer in reducing plastic waste. There is a restaurant right on the beach called Lava Lava with excellent food and service. It is actually one of the top-rated restaurants in Kauai. There are bicycles you can sign-out, morning yoga, and TWO swimming pools! There is also a walkway path along the beach that from start-to-finish takes about 1 hour. Some attendees did this every morning at 6:30 a.m. to see the sun rise. Great photo opportunity! This hotel is located next to an open mall area with a convenience store as well as other restaurants and shopping.

I would like to make a special mention to our group sales coordinator at Kauai Shores, Jerry Sager. You Rock! MAHALO!!! Also, special thanks to Debra Beeler who is the sales coordinator for Lava Lava restaurant. You Also Rock! MAHALO!!!

Finally, I will just say that whether you are traveling with family, friends, solo, partners, or for a reunion, this IS THE PLACE to stay. It is warm and welcoming. The guests were all very lovely and friendly. Kauai Shores is warm and inviting, and makes you feel welcome.

2026-04-01 via Tripadvisor
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Maximilian couple de
9
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Vanja family_with_children us
9
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Tracey couple au
7
Pros:

Near the beach

Cons:

Bit run down

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Renáta family_with_children hu
10
Szuper hely kedves személyzet
2026-03-30 via Nuitee
F
Freedom09714129506 Business
10
Kaua'i Shores
Pros:

Great hotel. Very convenient.

2026-03-28 via Tripadvisor
M
melissapD93MQ Couples
10
Amazing experience, will continue coming back.
Pros:

So happy with our week long stay. From proximity to main road, cleanliness, size of standard room, two pools, jacuzzi, and being steps from the water this place was perfect. Check in/out process was simple and staff was so very friendly. They have free self and valet parking, free bike rentals on a first come first served bases, free yoga in the morning, and filtered water refill stations. One last thing this place is walking distance from coconut market place which has restaurants, shops and best of all an ABC store! It's also walking distance from Napali brewing, passion bakery cafe and other great places!

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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jmbart57 Couples Denver, Colorado
10
Good vibes
Pros:

We truly enjoyed our week here. The location was great in a very of ways...on the beach, on the island, which made it easy to get to other parts of the island, easy to find from airport. The yoga every morning on the beach was great, as was the bikes to ride along the great coastal path. The restaurant and bar were convenient for any meal or drink after going out, and the nightly music was wonderful, and diverse. The staff was warm and friendly and helpful. We loved just chilling on the beach.
Even though the hotel was full, I never felt the "touristy" crowded vibe that is usually on the islands. The layout and pace was so relaxing and welcoming. A great find.

2026-03-24 via Tripadvisor
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STEPHEN couple ca
9
2026-03-24 via Nuitee