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Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 star property
Travelers soak up the tropical atmosphere by the pool or firepit, dine with ocean views, and create lasting memories with activities like bicycle rentals

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views - Kauai Shores Hotel (Kapaa)
Kauai Shores Hotel, on Kauai's sunny beaches, is a beach lover's paradise. Guests enjoy amenities like a grocery store, firepit, and spa tub. The property has two outdoor pools and the Lava Lava Beach Club, offering local cuisine with spectacular ocean views.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(83 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Garden View Room with Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Garden View Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Ocean View Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Pool View Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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

Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated) | Courtyard view

Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

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 hiking/biking trails and ziplining. Visit our Kapaa travel guide
Map
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI, 96746

What's nearby

  • Kauai sunrise 💜🙌🏝
    Waipouli Beach
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Smith Family Garden Luau featuring a fountain
    Smith's Tropical Paradise
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Coconut Marketplace
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lae Nani Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wailua Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    18 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • Lava Lava Beach Club
    5 min walk
  • JoJo’s Shave Ice
    3 min walk
  • Kenji Burger
    3 min drive

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 beachfront location, 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 along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and 2 outdoor pools
  • A 24-hour front desk, beach umbrellas, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about 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

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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
  • 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)
  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 35.62 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
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

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.

Is Kauai Shores Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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 2 mi (3 km) of Lae Nani Beach and Lydgate Beach. Kauai Museum and Kalapaki Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Kauai Shores Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1059 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1414 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1414 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good beach access, clean facility, Lava Lava Beach Club has GREAT food and all the staff is all great and super friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and super helpful. Hotel and grounds were clean and well maintained. Beach area and the restaurant/bar area were excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff was great, I Loved my experience ! Location is great, beautiful sunrise
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ananthan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and atmosphere. Nice rooms and staff. Just a nice place to vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Always helpful and gave delightful suggestions for enjoying Kauai. Room was good, location central and having a pool/hot tub alongside a wonderful ocean view with beach made it a special vacation time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gautam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent. Perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian Caine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place, with super friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A well maintained property with some classic beach charm.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Eliot

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming place. No frills rooms but they’re comfortable and near the beach and it’s a nice area with a nice restaurant. Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Athena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, staff was great, atmosphere was great, john oboi was great, beach amenities were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, friendly staff, close to shopping and the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Central location - nice if planning both north and south island adventures. Well-kept grounds. Friendly and helpful staff. Restaurant pricing high but reasonable for location - hit the food carts in Kapa'a for tasty bites on a budget. Rooms clean and serviced nightly. Back lot fills early - tip the valet for hassle-free parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ARATHI

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beach club! Loved the festive atmosphere, friendly staff, amenities We needed to ask housekeeping fo stuff, but thru were cooperative
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

maricela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Service Clean rooms Good food Good prices Beautiful beach
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, very helpful staff and lots of options for things to do within walking distance
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location and the smaller property. Valet was convenient and prompt. Right on the beach and there was always a lounge chair available. Water stations to refill bottles was a plus. Perfect stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Katharine

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good so was dinner room was ok. Had to switch rooms due to bugs… they moved our rooms but that was pretty concerning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sky

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly authentic Hawaii. If you’re looking for a resort with a waterfall fountain, this is not your place. It is a place the locals go to sip cocktails and have a meal at the oceanfront Lava Lava Beach Club. Kauai Shotes is clean and the service is wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice outdoor hang spot On a beach. Super great sleep! Only things we didn’t like were the surprise 30$ a day resort fee :( hard hit, parking was hard though the do have valet we didn’t want to use without being able to tip, and people slammed doors a bit. Ohhh and fridge but no microwave- that would have been nice. Overall a great trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was quick and easy .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was updated and clean. I loved having access to bikes to ride on the paved trail that goes along the coast. The only drawback is that parking is limited. When we returned late, we had to use the valet parking, which is complementary but we needed to leave a tip. The location is good being next to a shopping area and an incredible coffee shop. The workers were very friendly and helpful too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here! It was right on the beach & close to shopping & dining. I am ready to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shana Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025