Title: The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=2074&destination=Lihue%2C+Hawaii%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=8373&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue International cuisine, yoga classes, and spa treatments create a perfect paradise retreat at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue ## Photo gallery for The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue ![Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge) - The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue (Lihue)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/8d034dd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Creator video - submitted by Tita Ana Travel Diary](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/DF98F75553398A89479D5530ECB05DB5/4ce03a94-4364-4f36-9185-bca267e70d10-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![View from room - The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue (Lihue)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/ee0e43d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue (Lihue)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/9e3ed52e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Golf - The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue (Lihue)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/d8679a8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Kalapaki Beach, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers rejuvenated rooms, a golf course, poolside bar, hot stone massages at Alexander Day Spa, four restaurants, yoga classes, and on-site shopping. Travelers love its beachfront location. 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453 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for King Preferred Ocean View ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/d8071f9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Preferred Ocean View 8.8 Excellent 16 reviews - Ocean view - 463 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Two Queens Preferred Ocean View ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/8472bf87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Queens Preferred Ocean View 8.6 Excellent 8 reviews - Ocean view - 463 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for King Ocen View ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/e69dd20e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Ocen View 9.4 Exceptional 32 reviews - Ocean view - 453 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Two Queens Pool View ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/7d4fb77b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Queens Pool View 9.2 Wonderful 27 reviews - 453 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for King Garden View ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/6bf4b7e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Garden View 9.2 Wonderful 65 reviews - Garden view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Two Queens Ocean View ![Two Queens Ocean View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/c3c7f69e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Queens Ocean View 9.2 Wonderful 13 reviews - Ocean view - 453 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Two Queens Garden View ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/4227bc98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Queens Garden View 9.6 Exceptional 35 reviews - Garden view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai ![King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/9f6141e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews - Resort view - 453 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai ![Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/386f8a5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai 8.0 Very good 1 review - Resort view - 453 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/6bf4b7e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai - Resort view - 453 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite ![1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/w3838h3146x1y0-dfcc3ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite - Ocean view - 1000 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for King Oceanfront Lanais Suite ![King Oceanfront Lanais Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8400/8373/ca10d766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Oceanfront Lanais Suite - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.com/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLihue-Hotels-Royal-Sonesta-Kauai-Resort-Lihue.h8373.Hotel-Information%3Fsiteid%3D1%26langid%3D1033%26clickref%3D1100lCaqTVnm%26affcid%3DUS.DIRECT.PHG.1011l308670.1100l68075%26ref_id%3D1100lCaqTVnm%26my_ad%3DAFF.US.DIRECT.PHG.1011l308670.1100l68075%26afflid%3D1100lCaqTVnm%26affdtl%3DPHG.1100lCaqTVnm.)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.com/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLihue-Hotels-Royal-Sonesta-Kauai-Resort-Lihue.h8373.Hotel-Information%3Fsiteid%3D1%26langid%3D1033%26clickref%3D1100lCaqTVnm%26affcid%3DUS.DIRECT.PHG.1011l308670.1100l68075%26ref_id%3D1100lCaqTVnm%26my_ad%3DAFF.US.DIRECT.PHG.1011l308670.1100l68075%26afflid%3D1100lCaqTVnm%26affdtl%3DPHG.1100lCaqTVnm.) ## About the neighborhood 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](https://www.expedia.com/Lihue.dx2074) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C21.96261%2C-159.35019&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LOpfpI-4acmWrO89f-lmEQ6qXs0=) 3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766 ### What's nearby - ![Kalapaki Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220244/b38c0071-6cfd-4056-81d6-bb9a29aab4d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kalapaki Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Nawiliwili Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220244/b38c0071-6cfd-4056-81d6-bb9a29aab4d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nawiliwili Bay 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Kauai Lagoons Golf Club 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Nawiliwili Park 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Nawiliwili Harbor 14 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Lihue Airport (LIH) 7 min drive ### Restaurants - Duke's Kauai 10 min walk - The Musubi Truck 9 min walk - Starbucks 8 min drive - Hualani's 18 min walk - Lilikoi Bar and Grill 8 min walk ## 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 reflexology, a deep-tissue massage, and aromatherapy at Alexander Day Spa, the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and international cuisine. Yoga classes and fitness 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 banquet hall - Wedding services, gas grills, and water sports equipment - 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 ## Similar properties ![4 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/583100/583022/6729bd9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa Lihue - Pool - Hot tub - Kids pool - Waterslide 8.2 Very Good 1,530 reviews $314 nightly $373 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=583022&PinnedHotelID=583022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25800/25719/b3554ac1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI Lihue - 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In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request - 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. - Accessible airport shuttle - Assistive listening devices - Braille/raised signage - Ceiling hoist - Doorbell and phone notification - Elevator (36 inch wide door) - Handrails in hallways (34 inches high) - Handrails in stairways (34 inches high) - Hardwood flooring in room - Lever door handles - Pool hoist on site - Sign language-capable staff - Stair-free path to entrance - Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business center - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible gym - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant - Wheelchair-accessible spa - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Wheelchairs on site ### More - 10 floors - 2 buildings - Ballroom - Banquet hall - Built in 1986 - Renovated guestrooms - August 2024 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Egyptian cotton sheets - Free crib - Pillowtop mattress ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels - Netflix - Pay movies ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service - Meal delivery service - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Desk chair - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Laptop-compatible safe - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in 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 - Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0 per day (rates may vary) - Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0 per day (rates may vary) - 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? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue? ### Is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue? ### What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue? ### Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 828 8 - Good 191 6 - Okay 59 4 - Poor 28 2 - Terrible 39 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia Mar 16, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We love the location on the beach and the convenient airport shuttle … the rooms were spacious. ##### Cynthia Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sylvia Mar 24, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness Staff are very helpful and welcoming. ##### Sylvia Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alejandro Mar 24, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean, friendly staff ##### Alejandro Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tushar Feb 13, 2026 Very nice hotel and staff ##### Tushar Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn R Mar 19, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The pool and beach were amazing! The food onsite was excellent and the service was great! The pool was very nice and we enjoyed having 4 hot tubs to choose from. The fact that there are bars and restaurants walkable right from the resort was a bonus! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fc3a7330-f485-4302-95a4-c1b72fad2ee0-1773880839644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Robyn R Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry Mar 5, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The pool and property are beautiful, the food is great, and the staff is always friendly, pleasant, and eager to help. It was a joy staying here! ##### Larry Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank Mar 23, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness The staff were wonderful. Rooms were very clean and the views were beautiful. Food on site was great and the property is private but you can still walk to shopping areas. Loved it! ![View from our balcony. The pool is the largest on the island and the beach is beautiful. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/97ea2361-8e53-4333-9796-23434c629a68-1774230399378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Frank Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kushagra Jan 19, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Great spot Beautiful pool area Will be coming back ##### Kushagra Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jia Feb 25, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The resort is great. The pool is beautiful with 4 hot tubs. Very close to the beach and restaurants. We had a great time and the service was wonderful. ##### Jia Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin Jan 21, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, courteous staff, and beautiful location. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9b006c4f-997a-4546-b7be-fc7e6163bcd2-1769027515183.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Benjamin Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricardo I Feb 6, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really nice place and relaxing ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bbaf5561-51b6-442a-9c50-0816a5e00d54-1770409634911.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9d13299f-282d-47b2-a008-d6feeb9cf494-1770409635172.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/13aa8dc1-b4e0-4131-b59f-1d3493dc161e-1770409635139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ricardo I Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Jan 15, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff made the stay! Hotel very clean and resort impeccable. ##### Michael Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie Anne Mar 9, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My room overlooked the pool and a side view of the beach, Very comfortable bed and pillows. All resort staff were friendly and accommodating. The lunch menu at the resort was good, especially liked the flatbread pizza. Beach area and pool areas had plenty of seating. The roosters were fun to watch. Overall a great resort. ##### Stephanie Anne Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eli Dec 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The resort was beautiful and the staff was excellent. ##### Eli Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott Mar 3, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Amazing view of the ocean from the 10th floor. Had a beautiful lanai that gave us extra space. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/725db668-1602-48d4-9cf1-ccac71b437a5-1772498378846.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fc6fce0a-69bc-4f26-892b-1024264edb3d-1772498380413.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/30402d42-6583-4eed-b3e5-2b5a518ca392-1772498381779.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Scott Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad Jan 30, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was nice and clean and modern. Staff was extremely nice and helpful. ##### Chad Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Kathy Feb 10, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Beautiful view. Nice pool. Rooms are great but be prepared to do a lot of walking. On the whole it's a great place to stay. Conveniently located to airport. ##### Kathy Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Bartley Jan 9, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Grounds were beautiful. Staff & Food was great. ##### Bartley Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candace Dec 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful location, wonderful staff. Rooms clean and comfortable ##### Candace Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### carla Nov 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing staff, rooms are clean, beautiful property, easy access to major areas - especially the airport; 100% will stay here again ##### carla Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Jan 6, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was spacious with a nice view of the pool and beach. Staff were very friendly and helpful. ##### Stephen Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas Feb 2, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Didn’t love the first room (I live with a princess) so did a discounted upgrade which was great. Really nice balcony view of pool and bay. Pretty resort with great pool and beach. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/546e3bd9-bd5f-4c30-b24e-9d6636039e25-1770058069782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1b8ea3ce-fdda-4b6e-9cb2-b7521ceb8c81-1770058069397.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Douglas Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy Dec 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Our first choice to stay when we visit Lihue. Gorgeous property, friendly staff and great food. ##### Tammy Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany Jan 26, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities All of the above everything was spotless staff was so helpful. Such a beautiful property. 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