Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Lae Nani Beach

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Business centre
BBQ/picnic area
Courtyard

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI, 96746
  • Coconut Marketplace
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lae Nani Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Lydgate Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated)

  • 29 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the area

Kapaa

On the beach.With a stay at this Waipouli hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lae Nani Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Lydgate Beach. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Kauai Museum and Kalapaki Beach.

What's nearby

  • Coconut Marketplace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lae Nani Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waipouli Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lydgate Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 16 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Country Markets #93 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Garden Grille & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Dreams Hawaiian Gourmet Ice Cream - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Kauai Shores Hotel

Beachfront hotel near Lae Nani Beach
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Bring your whole family to Kauai Shores Hotel for summer fun including 2 outdoor swimming pools, a playground, and complimentary bicycles.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. This beach hotel also offers a hot tub, a garden, and a terrace. Self parking and valet parking are free. A complete renovation of Kauai Shores Hotel was completed in January 2024.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Kapaa hotel.

  • 200 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kauai Shores Hotel offers 200 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

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

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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 daily newspapers
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 35.39 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
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. The tax ID number is TA-187-270-1440-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hotel Kauai Sands
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Kauai Sands Hotel Kapaa
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Sands Hotel Kauai
Kauai Shores Hotel Kapaa
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Kauai Shores Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 904 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1240 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, loved staying here with my 13 yr old son. So amazingly close to the ocean, love being able to watch the sunset from one of the many beach chairs set up for us on the beach. the restaurant was great and rooms kept clean. Front desk staff very friendly and helpful. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald D., Prineville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant is very noisy inside
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Poornima

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location close to the beach. Well maintained rooms and property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and staff were very friendly, professional and accommodating. The restaurant food on site — not so good. Bar staff were nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an older hotel but has recently undergone a full renovation and the renovation was very well done! Rooms are great with all the amenities you need, shampoo, conditioner, bath soap, moisturizer, hair dryer, small fridge, AC, coffee, water. 2 very nice pools and a great hot tub! Very good restaurant and bar that overlooks a beautiful bay! Also had free valet parking. The staff were very warm and friendly!,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yang

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacob, Honolulu

Travelled with partner
Bad parking really bad. Not enough spaces during crowded times. Nice friendly staff. Overall okay if you just need a room to sleep. Typical mix of tourists from all over the world going to Kauai. Some are more cool then other. Front desk auntie is hilarious.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

randall robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great bar, the Lava Lava Beach Club!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Staff was friendly and provided excellent customer service. Location and amenities were top notch. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great "boutique" property close to many wonderful activities. Very responsive staff. Had a quiet pool area close to our room.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, newly remodeled and quite nice. Right next to Coconut Marketplace so it’s a little busy but so convenient for shopping and dining. Nice beach too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay on Kauai!

Loved this hotel, right on the beach. It was amazing to be able to wake up and walk into the ocean within 5 minutes. The attached Lava Lava Beach Club restaurant was really nice too.
Breakfast at the Lava Lava Club
Taken at sunset from the hotel’s beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was great! Right on the ocean. Lounge chairs available. Bikes are available. Towels are provided. Staff was nice. It had a great atmosphere. Live music. Fire pits in the evening. The parking is not great but there is complimentary valet available.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Kapolei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our two-night stay very much. The room was fresh and clean, beds were comfortable and shower was perfect. The beach front is beautiful. Parking is a bit of a challenge, very full in the evenings and parking spaces are tight. If you arrive late, after a nice dinner off property, parking will be full but I am so grateful they offer free valet to accommodate guests when the parking is full. Will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was nice. Grounds were beautiful. Pool was inviting! Lived the beach area too! The only negative was parking but they do offer free valet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great vacation here! Love the bikes and the restaurant was great! Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the quiet, authentic feel to the property. The only thing I was a bit disappointed in was the bed and linens. Bed wasn't horrible just not the most comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a gem!

Loved this hotel and our overall experience with staff and property. Upon check in, staff member Novella was very helpful. She took the time to tell us all about the hotel amenities and about the island since it was our first time visiting Kauai. Found out that we had both lived in same town in California too! She gave us our complimentary bottle of wine, which was a nice bonus for being a good hotel reward member! The hotel property was nicely manicured and loved that it was right on the beach! The pools areas and grassy areas were all kept up very well and we enjoyed the nightly live music playing at the bar while we lounged on the beach. The hotel restaurant Lava Lava was very good. We had dinner and breakfast there and both meals were very good with friendly service. Our room was very comfy and had everything we needed, and housekeeping kept it very clean and tidy each day. Location was perfect— right next to a shopping center that had everything we needed. Only issue we had was in the self parking lot cause all the spaces are extremely narrow and there is not even enough room to open car door to get out properly. Because of this, Our rental car was hit and bumper torn off on our 2nd night and no one even left a note! Needless to say, we used the valet rest of our visit so not to incur further damage! The valet is free, except for tipping. Other than that, we absolutely loved everything about this hotel!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SAGAR, HILLSBORO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 3rd trip to this hotel and It’s getting better each time. Our room was renovated with brand new furniture, carpet blackout curtains and bathroom fittings. Staff is extremely polite, we were welcomed by Angela. Overall we loved it! Highly recommended for families with kids. Also the Coconut market is just a 2 min short walk. Very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice resort, literally right on the beach. Grounds were beautiful and well kept. Staff was always friendly and helpful. Be was comfortable and room was clean and spacious. Would have liked a microwave in the room instead of in laundry facility
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

william Tyron, colby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Right on ocean
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Make this your place to stay! It was very convenient, smack dab in the middle of most things you’ll be doing in the island. There are plenty of food options and grocery options that are walkable. The property is amazing, You can hang out on the beach, check out what’s going on at theLava Lava beach club, hang by the pool,
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halle

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025