Kauai Shores Hotel

Hotels
Hawaiian Hotels & Resorts
9 (2226 reviews)
420 Papaloa Road , Kapaa , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
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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 2226 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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Thilak family_with_children us
9
Stayed at Kauai Shores Hotel and had a wonderful experience. Great location, beautiful oceanfront se
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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aprilsG1257XJ Family
10
Hidden Gem
Pros:

Kauai Shores was a very cute place. We were coming to Kauai and wanted to stay on the East side. We had reservations from a couple reviews knowing the hotel had been remodeled. But we were pleasantly surprised, the atmosphere was cute, clean, and the staff was very friendly. One night we came back and there were no self parking spots open, so we drove up to valet and they parked it no issue. This was extremely nice. Roof repairs are going on at the moment but they were during the day and ended early so they didn’t ruin any ambiance really. Lava Lava Beach Club was delicious also. We would definitely stay here again! Nice little hidden gem.

2026-05-09 via Tripadvisor
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W1610EUannaf Family
10
Paradise
Pros:

We were a grandmother and 30 year old granddaughter, different generations delighting in the 70s vibe. Our accommodations were top notch and relaxing by oceans edge was sublime. We ate most meals at restaurant as we decided after first one, we wouldn't find better food. Would recommend an excellent Thai, Myanmar. Beds were comfortable. All seemed recently updated. Landscaping was beautiful and enjoyed music in late afternoon.

2026-05-08 via Tripadvisor
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Sam couple us
1
Rude inhospitable
Pros:

Delayed due to airline troubles, called the front desk and the lady said to call deltas 1800 number if I wanted to change reservations

Cons:

Rude inhospitable

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Maxime couple fr
9
Un superbe hôtel !
Pros:

Génial ! Le personnel, la chambre, les services tout était super !

Cons:

RAS

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
M
maracyrene Family Portland, Oregon
10
Great Hotel
Pros:

We had a great stay at the Kauai Shores hotel. Everyone is super friendly, the rooms very clean, filtered water dispensers were wonderful, ice machines, and the proximity to restaurants and shopping. We didn't want to leave and we hope to return!

2026-05-06 via Tripadvisor
M
MEI couple ca
8
Good for vacation stay with a rental car!
Pros:

Internal is newer renovation and clean. Parking is easy and convenient!

Cons:

The building and outdoor facilities are older.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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elizabethkN5085OK Couples
10
Room upgrade, wine and yoga!
Pros:

This was our second stay at Kauai Shores, we visited October 2025 and came back May 2026 and loved it again! We like the location with great variety of restaurants nearby (recommend Naisla!) and find it easy to visit south shore or north shore. The room is great and we love the small kitchenette for early breakfast before heading out on adventures. The free hotel bikes are fun - nice trails along the coast! The beach is quiet and we could always get pool chairs or beach chairs too - also took advantage of the free beach yoga in the mornings. Since we booked with Expedia we ended up getting a free room upgrade and bottle of wine during check in too!

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
4
432emmaf Family Southampton, Hampshire, England
8
Trendy Beachside Vibes and Great Extras
Pros:

Lovely modern trendy hotel, had a bit of a vibe in the evenings with all the fairy lights on and everyone in the jacuzzi. Inflatables at the pool which was good and we had it all to ourselves on several occasions- it’s very small though so just as well. Nice wristbands and refillable water bottles which we go to keep after. Lava lava beach club was really nice and good friendly service and lovely food right on the beach, but we only had breakfast there not dinner.
Shower was modern and usually got hot. Housekeeping didn’t come every day and was often very late in the day.

2026-05-04 via Tripadvisor
G
Greg couple us
10
2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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andreasW1155DV Solo travel
4
Would consider the south side
Pros:

The location drew me to this hotel, close to the airport. Thought there were things to do close by but no. They do put 2 waters in the fridge. Cute family games in the late afternoon. Be aware you cannot put charges from the restaurant on your room so be sure to have a credit card. Also, cant take drinks out so cant drink at the pool or take to your room. The worst was the parking. Horrendous. Not enough parking. Construction blocking areas. Only one road for 2 way traffic to get to the valet, which is complimentary. People parking illegally and driving in the wrong direction. Water is pretty rough on this side and sand is rough. Didn't see any areas to rinse off going back up or at the resort. Lots of choices on the Island. The parking would keep me from coming back.

2026-04-28 via Tripadvisor
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Steve couple us
10
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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ronk828 Family San Diego, California
4
Stay away
Pros:

Location - in Kapaa , relatively easy to find ; I’d say the location is central

Staff - fake nice . They seemed nice on the surface ; but it’s all fake

Rooms - modern , small , glorified motel 6 essentially. Three aspects about the rooms I despised : there was a Very musty smell in my room when I first checked in . I discussed the issue with front desk and they ended up turning up the AC in my room to solve the problem. Secondly , the water pressure in the shower was very weak , and last but not least , there was no privacy in ground level rooms / if you want natural light into room , you have to leave curtains open and all people walking by outside have full views to your room.

Parking - a nightmare ; small parking lot for a huge motel .

Check in experience- unacceptable. Check in was at 4 pm; my room was still not ready by 4:30 pm . All I heard was : I’m sorry . Every other hotel would have offered some kind of good will gesture

The worst $300 hotel I’ve ever stayed at

The Hilton garden inn nearby is not glamorous, but st least I never had the above issues staying there .

Avoid Kauai shores hotel at all costs costs

2026-04-27 via Tripadvisor
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Robert couple us
7
2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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N1756SUcraigw Family
10
Recommend this place for location and fun.
Pros:

Location is great and staff friendly. Cleanliness of facilities was excellent. Beach restaurant is great food.

2026-04-23 via Tripadvisor
B
Bich Ngoc couple us
9
Relaxing Stay at Kauai Shores Hotel in Kapaa'a
Pros:

Our room was spacious, and we selected the room with the kitchenette which includes a mini refrigerator and microwave. Staff was very friendly and helpful. It was nice to have 2 pools and Lae Nani Beach is in your backyard. Lava Lava Club restaurant is on sight had many good food options. There is also a fun photo booth where 2-3 people can take pictures at no cost. Coconut Marketplace including ABC Market is conveniently located next door. We enjoyed our stay despite the rainy weather in mid-February.

Cons:

Self parking was a bit limited if you return late at night, but there is valet parking attendants may assist.

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
K
katepjb Family Bristol, England
10
Wonderful stay!
Pros:

Kauai Shores is now our favourite hotel in Hawai'i! Great location, quiet beach, good cocktails and family games. It's so quiet at night; we all slept very well. Very clean. Stunning grounds, especially the orchids. The best part is the staff - all so friendly and they treat you with kindness.

2026-04-21 via Tripadvisor
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Sightsee03110246764 Business
10
Nice Property
Pros:

The renovated rooms are beautiful and the entire property is clean and well maintained. The staff are friendly and helpful. The Lava Lava food is delicious. It is in walking distance to stores and restaurants. Best of all - it is right on the ocean.

2026-04-20 via Tripadvisor
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WILLIAM couple us
10
Pros:

Great location with a restaurant with perfect aura

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-19 via Nuitee
S
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