Arrival begins in an open-air lobby where bi-fold glass doors pull in cooling trade winds, polished lava-stone floors gleam, and ocean views take center stage. A warm, woody signature scent, curated playlist, and layered lighting set an easy rhythm throughout. In the rooms, custom woodwork, kapa-inspired textures, and ocean-hued tones echo the landscape outside.
Kalapaki Beach at the doorstep
Golden sand and calm cove waters suit swimming, paddling, and light water sports.
Lagoon-style pool days
A huge single-level pool with shaded pergolas and cabanas keeps lounging effortless.
Dining for every pace
Choose beachside cocktails, Italian with ocean views, poolside Pacific Rim, or in-room dining.
Amenities
Five hot tubs framed by Roman pillars
Beachside Alexander Day Spa and Salon
Weekday oceanfront luau with dinner
Rooms with furnished balconies or lanais
Wearable wristband room key for easy access
Complimentary airport shuttle for smoother arrivals
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Located on the beach, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is in a walkable area with good shopping. The Ocean Course at Hokuala 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 Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. Kauai Museum and Wailua Falls are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Lihue travel guide
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766
What's nearby
Kalapaki Beach
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Nawiliwili Bay
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Nawiliwili Park
7 min walk - 0.4 miles
The Ocean Course at Hokuala
15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Nawiliwili Harbor
15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
Lihue Airport (LIH)
7 min drive
Restaurants
Duke's Kauai
10 min walk
Starbucks
8 min drive
The Musubi Truck
8 min walk
Ai Ono Cafe
8 min drive
Mea Inu Bar & Grill
8 min drive
About this property
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Luxury hotel located near Kalapaki Beach with rooms renovated in 2024
Located close to Nawiliwili Bay and The Ocean Course at Hokuala, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, an adjacent golf course, and a poolside bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and beach cabanas. Indulge in a sports massage, a facial, and a body treatment at Alexander Day Spa, the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and international cuisine. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include beach yoga and beach volleyball. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as concerts and live shows and a terrace.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
Express check-out, surf lessons, and a water dispenser
Gas grills, a ballroom, and ATM/banking services
Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 356 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix and premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers
Self parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
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 32.95 per person
2 bars/lounges
4 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Aupaka Terrace
Cafe Portofino
Duke's Kauai
Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach
Royal Lanai
Things to do
18-hole adjacent golf course
24-hour gym
5 hot tubs
Art gallery
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Bodyboard
Children's pool
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Fitness classes
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
Paddleboard
Shopping
Surf lessons
Water sports equipment
Family friendly
Children's pool
In-room crib
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (on request)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
11 meeting rooms
27,758 square feet of conference space
Business center
Computer station
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach cabanas (surcharge)
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On the bay
On the beach
Outdoor entertainment area
Picnic area
Pool cabanas (surcharge)
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
5 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Detox wraps
Facials
Hot stone massages
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Reflexology
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
2 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 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
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 53.42 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Additional inclusions
Business center/computer access
Fitness center access
Fitness/yoga classes
Health club access
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Phone calls
Shuttle service
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 32.95 per person
Self parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night
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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 - W89793163-01
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property is professionally cleaned
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
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?
As of Sep 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue on Sep 28, 2026 start from $385, including 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 The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 30 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 40 per day.
What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?
Check-out is at noon.
Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.
Where is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue located?
Located in Lihue, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. The Ocean Course at Hokuala and Nawiliwili Harbor are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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We had an excellent stay at Royal Sonesta! The room had an awesome view of the beach and pools, the staff were very friendly and facilities were clean. Mahalo!
Everything was so very beautiful! The rooms are immaculate. The stuff so very friendly! The whole atmosphere was perfect! We definitely would recommend and we will be back!
Great pool and grounds area. Easy access to the beach. Beautiful scenery. Nearby restaurants plus several in the hotel itself. We got picked for an area tour upstairs at the valet desk. Very convenient to the airport too. It was the best part of our vacation.
We love the private beach the pool along with Duke and Portofino restaurants made resort very memorable. Not top tier resort like the Ritz, this is a very bang for the bucks resort.
This was a wonderful property. Clean and enjoyable. Great location with beautiful beach access. It felt as though we had a private beach. My only issue was that I booked an ocean-view room and we couldn't see the ocean unless we went out on the patio. Overall, we had a nice stay. Next time, I would prefer to actually see the ocean from my room as I have at other locations.
The pool and beach are awesome with great views from the balcony. The places to eat are great and within walking distance. Be aware that there is a $45/day resort fee + $30/day self parking fee that is not included in your package, so plan on a bit more than what you initially paid.
We stayed for one night because it was our 30th anniversary and the hotel we were at was in a more more rural area and we wanted to have a nice dinner. The person at check-in approved up for an early checkin (after 12:00 noon) which was awesome! Room was fantastic with a great view of the ocean. Seemed like a lot of activities which available alhough since we were only there for one night we didn't have time to enjoy. Maybe next time!
Everything was great but our room was next to the elevator so that was a bit loud when people would come out or the room service carts coming out of the room across from us. Everything else was great. I would have preferred a room more distance from the elevator although
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Kelly
Aug 24, 2026
Liked: Amenities
Room was ok, nice/updated, however main areas of the hotel look worn. Not particularly upscale. Pool, beach, and restaurant were fairly nice. Valet staff were not very friendly or helpful. Room was a good rate so I guess you get what you pay for. Good for proximity to airport.
Beautiful resort with stunning views. The rooms have been renovated but keep in mind the building itself is pretty old, which might be why it’s on the less expensive side of other resorts in Kauai. Regardless, the staff did a great job at cleaning our rooms and helping us anytime we needed something. I even forgot my camera charger in my room after check out and they went and got it from the next guests for me. Overall, had a great experience staying here!
my husband and I came to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, 1st time in Kauai must say the location is really close to airport and still had no complaints, I must say that I prob won’t be staying here at the sonesta since I will be traveling with my teens and almost 10 year old next time and I know for a fact that they will prob be bored, I wish the property had like a game room or more activities for teens since they get easily get bored, but other then that it was great
The pool at the resort is great. It never felt crowded and plenty of chairs by the pool. The beach access is a huge plus. It is very close to food options other than the normal resort restaurants.