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The West Inn Kauai

2.5 star property
Hotel near Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waimea

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Beach nearby
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Front of property - evening/night
Beach nearby
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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9690 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, HI, 96796
  • Place, West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Koke'e Mountains
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waimea Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Waimea

Oceanside stay.At this Waimea hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital and 6 miles (10 km) of Kekaha Beach Park. Barking Sands Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Waimea Canyon State Park is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Koke'e Mountains - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waimea Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Captain Cook Monument - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waimea State Recreational Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Menehune Food Mart - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jo Jo's Shave Ice - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chicken In A Barrel Bbq - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Aloha Sweet Delights - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - Waimea - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The West Inn Kauai

Hotel near Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waimea
The West Inn Kauai offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The West Inn Kauai also features laundry facilities and express check-out. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Waimea hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2011
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The West Inn Kauai offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to lanais. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (1:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - 171-831-7056-01
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
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
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 name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. The tax ID number is 171-831-7056-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at The West Inn Kauai.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The West Inn Kauai to the airport?

The West Inn Kauai is 25.1 mi (39-min drive) away from the Lihue Airport (LIH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The West Inn Kauai?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The West Inn Kauai on Jun 6, 2026 start from CA $361, excluding 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.

Does The West Inn Kauai have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The West Inn Kauai.

How close is The West Inn Kauai to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Waimea Bay Beach and 3.9 mi (6-min drive) from Kekaha Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The West Inn Kauai offer free breakfast?

The West Inn Kauai does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The West Inn Kauai?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The West Inn Kauai?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The West Inn Kauai?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The West Inn Kauai have a pool?

The West Inn Kauai does not have a pool.

Does The West Inn Kauai have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The West Inn Kauai to downtown Waimea?

The West Inn Kauai is 0.2 mi away from Waimea.

The West Inn Kauai Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 181 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Rucker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay if visiting the canyon.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean and just a short walk to the local beach while you enjoy that morning cup of coffee! The staff are wonderful to with local tips and help in any way. We came from a few time zones east so the morning roosters were fine with us, still set your alarm as you get used to them after a day or two. Waimea canyon access is a few minutes drive. A great coffee shop and local movie theater is across the street. Kids bring your boogie boards as you can catch the river current out and then ride the waves back in. We were lucky to catch the Chinese New Year celebration in Hanapepe that the kids will love but every Friday night is an arts night celebration there. Talk Story Bookstore has moved from their original location unfortunately but the kids will love to be in the home town of Lilo and Stitch. .
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s right off the main road. Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable stay, clean and walking distance to food places and coffee. Management always responded quickly with information about setting up our stay. Shannon texted us with clear instructions how to access our room since we arrived late at night. Wonderful stay and will highly recommend to our friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Access to our room was easy. The room is clean and comfortable. The location is good and near restaurants and the public pier. There is a lanai with tables and chairs for dining and a view of a small horse ranch bordered by the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

terece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the West Kauai Inn! The staff are great. Property is in a great location. It was quiet and very walkable to Waimea stores and eateries. Enjoyed my stay and will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Darlene

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

Best on the West!

I love this westside hotel! Friendly and helpful staff, walking distance to everything you would need.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Low key but pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable and Clean

Staff was very helpful. Hotel was comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is awesome!! They’re close to the beach, access to local restaurants that are tasty, and the room itself was nicer than the website suggested. Totally recommend and would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect 👌 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good and fun!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, friendly and courteous communication. For example, problems with the credit card and the request for a late independent check-in were solved quickly and easily by the great staff. Apart from that, the accommodation is perfectly located for trips to Waimea Canyon. Everything was very clean and nicely prepared. We would gladly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy Borgman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, welcoming room with kitchen facilities and in-housewasher/drier. They even supplied the detergent! I would love to go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful when the air conditioning wasn't working correctly, and they were able to handle that immediately.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for quick communication and recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real find, close to the Waimea Canyon roads. An older motor court motel, welcoming and nicely updated. Clean, quiet, with balconies and great local advice. Wi-fi, small kitchen and keyless door lock you won't forget.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Abcde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a pleasant stay at Kaua’i West Inn for us in Waimea! I had no idea that this was here before (as I frequent Kaua’i pretty often!) and I would gladly book again. I loved how clean the rooms where, and stocked with all the necessities one might need while traveling and how close everything was walking-distance! Mahalo for the hotel accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

A surprising gem of a find.

Not to be confused with the WESTIN hotel chain, this small hotel is the only hotel we could find on the far west end of the island close to the canyons and boat excursions to avoid an early morning drive from the 'big" city. We were pleasantly surprised to find this gem with new/ remodeled rooms, clean, good ac. Would recommend this for those wanting to be close to Napoli and canyon tours.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Leilani

Liked: Amenities
Good 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the good communication from the ordering of the reservation. Staff is very friendly, helpful and very knowledgable of the Island and surroundings. Room was clean, bed was comfortable, we liked the lenai to sit, feel the breeze and relax. the walk to the pier was very close and the gorgeous sunset was the best ive ever seen while standing on the pier. Great experience, we recommend this hotel for a comfortable close stay. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Antti

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good short stay!

It was a nice one night stay! Room was spacious and it had a comfy bed and it was clean! The booking was bit of a hassle though. It was frustrating that I had to give all the possible documents beforehand via email/WA and still they asked them again at the motel. And it's not too handy that the check in is only between 3-6 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, clean, large mini fridge, plus microwave and sink. Bathroom was very nice and large. Full bath and shower. We were very impressed. Staff was informative and thorough. The bed was honestly the most comfortable bed we’ve slept on while away from home. We’ve stayed at in many high end hotels, and this was the best sleep by far. Mahalo.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024