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The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Nawiliwili Harbor

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On the beach, beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Terrace/patio
View from room
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Oceanfront
Golf

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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Map
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766
  • Kalapaki Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Nawiliwili Harbor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Nawiliwili Bay
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View (Preferred Ocean View)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View (Preferred Ocean View)

  • 43 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View (Preferred Ocean View)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View (Preferred Ocean View)

  • 43 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lanai, Ground Floor

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lanai, Ground Floor

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lanai, Ground Floor

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lanai, Ground Floor

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Ground Floor

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Ground Floor

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Vice Presidential, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront, 1 King + Sofa Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Vice Presidential, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront, 1 King + Sofa Bed

  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Oceanfront

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Oceanfront

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Oceanfront

  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront (1 King + Sofa bed)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront (1 King + Sofa bed)

  • 197 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Lihue

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. The Ocean Course at Hokuala and Nawiliwili Harbor are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kalapaki Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kauai Lagoons Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nawiliwili Bay - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Kauai Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Grinds & Catering - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rob's Good Times Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kauai Beer Company - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4-star beachfront hotel near Nawiliwili Harbor
Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with cabanas (surcharge) and umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue like an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. This beach hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, a garden, and a terrace. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Lihue hotel is smoke free.

  • 356 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 27758 sq ft of conference space
  • 2579 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1986
  • Deli
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers 356 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Lihue hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided weekly. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2024.

Alexander Day Spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • 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)
  • 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

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • 5 hot tubs
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 53.08 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 coffee
  • Phone calls
  • Shuttle service

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 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)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

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, 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 W89793163-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 684 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alison

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Babin

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Ocean view beautiful and nice beach. Limited pool/beach service. Rooms sound walls are poor. Balacony chairs wirn and broken. Microwave location had no power outlet. Storage for clothes poor in the master bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine, Austin

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

10/10 Excellent

KARLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views. Fantastic pool. Great access to beach and souvenir shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

BEST PLACE EVER

We came here for our 25th anniversary celebration and it was exquisite! The property is GORGEOUS, the rooms are spacious, the facilities are so clean, and none of the rooms face a dumpster or parking lot. It is heaven!
View from room at night.
Lobby
View from room during daytime.
View from bar.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I come to Kauai often and each time I stay at The Royal Sonesta. Each and every visit I consistently receive excellent service from every employee. The room is always beautiful, clean and well stocked. If I need anything, the staff is always prompt even if when my request is not urgent. I could go on and on about every positive but there is a character limit. : ) The only “negative” is the fact that I have to go home. From the beautiful island of Kauai to the great Royal Sonesta, it is honestly difficult to leave. That’s why my visits have been closer & more frequent.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lupe

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding stay. 7 night's here and it was so great. Only down side is limited dining options.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful - many manicured gardens with ponds and fountains. The pool area was large with plenty of chairs to relax, where you could also order food. There was a large beach area with volleyball nets as well as a separate pool for kids that had a slide. We took advantage of all of the dining options. There is another restaurant just up the hill, Hualani's, that was outstanding. Our last night, we enjoyed some delicious sushi and saki, probably one of our favorite dining experiences. When we first arrived, we found food that had been left in our mini fridge by a previous guest. It wasn't the best first impression, but the front desk sent someone up right away to take care of it. And the rest of our stay, there were no other issues. Overall, we loved the property and the island of Kauai.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort in close proximity to shopping and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, but not 5 stars

Great hotel, Balcony view was amazing, bed was comfortable, and stocked with plenty of water, but this did not feel 5 star.. The towels were older and threads were falling out. There were no bath accessories like shaver, shower cap, etc that you get with a 5 star hotel. The hotel also said they did not have bowls/plates which was really odd for when we had ordered takeout.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Rea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was very nice and friendly…. Love the quality of the food and the variety at the restaurants on site. The swimming pool is absolutely amazing!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We traveled for a vacation, first time on this island and we were very impressed! The resort was super clean, staff were present and helpful. Overall will be recommending a stay here to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a great stay at RS. The property was spread out and gave the feeling of being private and less crowded despite it being President’s week. The beach chairs, towels were a bit tired but in general the experience was overall quite relaxing and enjoyable. We asked to change our room to more quiet location and that accommodated us without hesitation. All the staff were friendly and attentive. Parking is a bit of a walk unless you are lucky enough to get a space next to tower ( which we were everytime). Would highly recommend also because location was easy from airport and to travel anywhere on island.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blackwater

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sandy, non-rocky beach. Beautiful pool and kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with family
The Sonesta was really lovely and we had a great room with an ocean view. My only complaint would be its location so close to the airport. During the day, so many helicopters made their way to their tours and no amount of water features could storm out the noise. I would still stay there again as they had every thing: beautiful pool, great beach and the dining options the bar by the pool was great. Loved the nightly music.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Lawrence

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025