The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.5-star beachfront hotel near Nawiliwili Harbor

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December 2025

January 2026

On the beach, beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

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3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766

Place, Kalapaki Beach
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Nawiliwili Bay
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Nawiliwili Harbor
‪14 min walk‬
Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
‪3 min drive‬

Room options

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

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

King Pool View

Exceptional

453 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Preferred Ocean View

Excellent

463 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Preferred Ocean View

Very good

463 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King Ocen View

Exceptional

453 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Pool View

Wonderful

453 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King Garden View

Wonderful

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Ocean View

Wonderful

453 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Two Queens Garden View

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

Exceptional

453 sq ft
Resort view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

Very good

453 sq ft
Resort view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai

453 sq ft
Resort view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite

1000 sq ft
1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Lanais Suite

1000 sq ft
1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Oceanfront Presidential Suite

2120 sq ft
1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

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 - 0.2 miles
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 - ‬10 min walk
‪Lilikoi Bar and Grill - ‬8 min walk
‪Hualani's - ‬18 min walk
‪Kind Koffee Co. - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.5-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 luxury hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, a garden, and a terrace. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-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

Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)

Poolside lounge chairs

Umbrellas for the pool

Charging station for electric cars

Business facilities

Conference space

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Coffee in lobby

Dry cleaning

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

Onsite shopping

Elevator

No smoking on site

Water dispenser

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. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, 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 on request. 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.

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Pool
Hot tub
Kids pool
Free WiFi

$338 nightly

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Family friendly

Children's pool
In-room crib
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)
Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Limited onsite valet and self parking
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
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

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

55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
Netflix
Pay movies

Bedroom

Egyptian cotton sheets
Free crib
Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Meal delivery service
Refrigerator

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

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.

Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 bottled water
In-room coffee
In-room safe
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)
Uncovered 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue to the airport?

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is 2.5 mi (7-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 Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

As of Dec 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue on Jan 3, 2026 start from $439.0, 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 Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have an airport shuttle?

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

How close is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 32.95 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

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

Is there free parking at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 30 per day, and valet parking for USD 40 per day.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have a pool?

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, a beachfront location, and pool views.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Alexander Day Spa, where you can enjoy mani/pedis, detox wraps, and deep-tissue massages.

How close is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue to downtown Lihue?

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is 1.9 mi away from Lihue.

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Nov 30, 2025

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

I didn't like that they didn't give me a printout of my expenses at the hotel. I am trying to get that now.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with partner

Oct 9, 2025

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

nice quiet pool area, close to restaurants, beautiful grounds

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with partner

Sep 24, 2025

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

This property exceeded our expectations on every level. The property was clean and beautiful and every detail was tended too.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Sep 24, 2025

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

yuvraj

Sep 24, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service

The staff was inconsiderate and locked us out of our room after they misplaced our credit card details which we had given them during check in.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Traveled with partner

Sep 24, 2025

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

Gorgeous resort, LONG walks to our room, lots of extra fees, very pricey

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler

Sep 23, 2025

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

GREAT experience!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family

Sep 23, 2025

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

Excellent service and location.

The service was excellent and the room was clean. The property overall was also clean and in a great location. We enjoyed the park-like beach area and easy walk to multiple restaurants and shops. Service for my handicapped mother was also excellent. They loaned us a wheelchair for our stay. Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the poolside restaurant was pretty good too.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Grace F Szpak Gregg

Sep 21, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Sep 21, 2025

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

Spectacular Pool!

Overall this hotel was great, although a little dated. The room was nice and very comfortable. The bath/shower felt a little retro but had definitely been updated. Check-in was not as easy as most. We arrived 45 minutes before check-in time and were told we’d get a call when the room was ready but that it simply needed to be inspected so wouldn’t be long. After about an hour we inquired at the front desk again and were told they had just called us although we never received a call and they texted us during our stay with no issues. There was some confusion with bracelets that apparently had to be worn for security purposes but they had run out so that was somewhat problematic when we went to the pool. The room was mostly clean although there felt like there was some grit (probably sand) on the floor and a few errant hairs in the sink and shower. The pool area was gorgeous with the beach right beyond it. The restaurants in the area were fantastic. We tried to visit the hotel restaurant for lunch one day and arrived within their lunch hours but were told they were still transitioning from their breakfast service and not ready for lunch. We were directed to the bar area but opted to go to one of the other restaurants instead. Concierge was very helpful and provided a map of the island so we could explore the island on our own. Valet was quick and easy. Most of the issues we had can be resolved with a few relatively easy tweaks.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Sep 20, 2025

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

We had a gorgeous b

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Barry, Las Vegas

Traveled with family

Sep 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

The resort fee and parking added $100 a day to the stay. The only restaurant was at best mediocre. housekeeping was done every other day.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Sep 20, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Sep 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Amazing property and beach access. Lots of restaurants and shops close by as well.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

miguelito, fresno

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner

Sep 18, 2025

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

A very nice place to stay in the garden island of Kauai.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Sep 18, 2025

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Sep 18, 2025

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

It was superb in all areas!!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelby

Sep 18, 2025

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen Beatriz

Traveled with partner

Sep 18, 2025

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

Staff was friendly. Resort nice and clean. The beach and ocean view was amazing.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles, Oakland

Sep 18, 2025

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

Clean room

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Sep 17, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Room with Cockroaches

Bathroom seems like it's been recently updated. Extra visitors e.g. In total, 1 cockroach came into the room a night. Not sure if it is because we were on the first floor...but if you're squeamish about critters, beware. Extremely hard to find parking, the lot was full every night on the property.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family

Sep 17, 2025

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

We had a great stay! Was a lovely experience, lots of things to do within walking distance as well!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Sep 17, 2025

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Loeyis

Sep 17, 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yehuda

Sep 16, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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