Kauai Shores Hotel

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Lydgate Beach

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A patio with a fire pit and chairs, a covered seating area with umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a wall with a floral design, and a sign that reads "Kauai Shores Hotel".

A building with bicycles parked outside, palm trees, and a signboard.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Parking included

Explore the area

420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI, 96746

Place, Coconut Marketplace
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Lae Nani Beach
‪7 min walk‬
Place, Waipouli Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
‪10 min drive‬

Room options

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Room, Garden View (Newly Renovated)

Excellent

Garden view
313 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall mural of palm trees, and a blue textured bedspread.

Standard Room (Newly Renovated)

Wonderful

313 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Room

Sleeps 4

A hotel balcony with white railings, two white chairs, and a woven ottoman.

Room, Ocean View (Newly Renovated)

Excellent

Ocean view
313 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and wooden cabinets.

Studio, Kitchenette (Newly Renovated)

Wonderful

Garden view
388 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a view of the ocean, and a building with a balcony.

Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated)

Wonderful

313 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Bed in dormitory STANDARD

Sleeps 1

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Kapaa

Oceanside stay.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 Nawiliwili Bay.

What's nearby

Coconut Marketplace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Lae Nani Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Wailua Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Waipouli Beach - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
Smith's Tropical Paradise - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

Lihue Airport (LIH) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
‪Lava Lava Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
‪JoJo’s Shave Ice - ‬3 min walk
‪Wailua Drive In - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Kauai Shores Hotel

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Lydgate Beach

As a guest of Kauai Shores Hotel, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, 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.

You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Kauai Shores Hotel. 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 3.5-star 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

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 bottled water. 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 irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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$226 nightly

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

Internet

Available in all rooms: Internet access

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

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 35.62 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
Phone calls
Pool access

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and 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

Kauai Sands

Kauai Sands Hotel

Kauai Sands Hotel Kapaa

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Sands Hotel Kauai

Kauai Shores Hotel Kapaa

Kauai Shores Kapaa

Kauai Shores Hotel Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel Kapaa

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Kauai Shores Hotel to the airport?

Kauai Shores Hotel is 6.4 mi (14-min drive) away from the Lihue Airport (LIH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kauai Shores Hotel?

As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauai Shores Hotel on Oct 14, 2026 start from $315, 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.

Does Kauai Shores Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kauai Shores Hotel.

How close is Kauai Shores Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Lae Nani Beach and 9-minute walk from Wailua Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kauai Shores Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Kauai Shores Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 20 for adults, USD 10 and 20 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Kauai Shores Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Kauai Shores Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Kauai Shores Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Kauai Shores Hotel have a pool?

Kauai Shores Hotel features 2 outdoor pools. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Kauai Shores Hotel have a restaurant?

Kauai Shores Hotel is home to Lava Lava Beach Club, which features local cuisine, ocean views, and a beachfront location.

Does Kauai Shores Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Kauai Shores Hotel to downtown Kapaa?

Kauai Shores Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Wailua.

Kauai Shores Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The accommodation is in a great location, and all the staff are very friendly. The housekeeping staff are especially warm, friendly, and very welcoming.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Feb 21, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Fantastic stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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Room, Pool View (Newly Renovated)

Bed in dormitory STANDARD

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

About the neighborhood

Kapaa

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Kauai Shores Hotel

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Property amenities

Family friendly

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Things to do

Accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Frequently asked questions

Kauai Shores Hotel Reviews

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