The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
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King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
View from room
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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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
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

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

King Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 453 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Preferred Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Preferred Ocean View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Ocen View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 453 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 453 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(68 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 453 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Queens Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 453 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 453 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai

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

King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite

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

King Oceanfront Lanai Suite

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

King Oceanfront Presidential Suite

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

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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
  • The Ocean Course at Hokuala - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke's Kauai - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Musubi Truck - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kind Koffee Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lawai'a Fish Co - ‬3 min drive

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
  • ATM
  • 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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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)
  • 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

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; 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 53.42 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
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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 May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue on May 26, 2026 start from $515, 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 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, body scrubs, and hot stone 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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 870 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1201 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful pool/beach area. Rooms very nice and clean. Great location. Check-in was rude and unhelpful. Pasta was flavorless and over priced.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

DANIEL, Mission Viejo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pricey for what you get compared to a condo or some smaller hotels. So be sure you are all about the giant 4ft deep pool, because that is really the thing here. Cost $75 per person if you want to have a guest. The cove is nice though, but water was really dirty after the storm. We liked the beach much more than the pool. The main restaurant was good, but pricey. The sushi place was mediocre at best. No decent live music at the pool. That was disappointing. This place could be so much better for little cost. The room was nice, but the only real upgrade from the club rates next door is that there are three elevators. Club has only 1. You have to go to the club for laundry. The shower was nice. The housekeeping was also great. Be prepared that everything here cost extra. Kaua’i Shores Hotel lacks the big pool, but has the lava lava beach club right there and we really missed that from our last trip. They have music nightly. Kawai Shores also has bikes you can use for free which is really fun. Overall, for 1/3 the price, we will be going back to Kaua’i Shores Hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Brenton

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WE found the property in wonderful condition. The staff was delightful. The Valet and Bowell Service were exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Leonard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An early check was requested at the front desk around 10:45 AM. Instead of trying to accommodate an early check in the front desk lady tried to upsale a presidential suite for an extra +$1,100 a night. We checked again with the front desk 5 hours later and they mentioned house keeping was aware of the early check-in request but somehow couldn't get the room ready within those 5 hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, all of the staff were extremely friendly and the resort was absolutely beautiful. The pool, beach, hot tubs and restaurants were of five star caliber. We are excited to return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

allan d st

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place. Was beautiful. Very well taken care of and grand!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything 😁
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bredito

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
They were able to fulfill my request for a ground or lower floor. We ended up with the ground floor which was a very short stones throw away. Staff were friendly and accommodating! Bed was comfortable except for the pull out sofa. Nonetheless, great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great All staff members were awesome Very fancy place to stay and not crowded
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very good as was staff and facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Natasha

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tushar

Very nice hotel and staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

LeRoy

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay no complaints will stay again
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, so worth it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful view. Nice pool. Rooms are great but be prepared to do a lot of walking. On the whole it's a great place to stay. Conveniently located to airport.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Traveled with family and small children
Our stay at the Marriott Kauai Beach Club was okay overall, but the arrival experience was very frustrating. Our flight was delayed and we notified the hotel, yet it still took over an hour for the airport shuttle to pick us up around 12:30 a.m. When it arrived, it couldn’t fit our entire group, so we had to wait for additional shuttles—exhausting after a long travel day, especially since the resort is only about 2 miles from the airport. We also requested rooms close together, but our group ended up scattered throughout the resort, which was very disappointing. We have stayed here many times and this time was very disappointing and did not have good customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Zeni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, not spotless but clean, certain areas could have used so TLC, like air vent were dusty and the bathroom had mold in the door seal, besides that we enjoyed our stay and the pool area, the view is really nice and the grounds at the hotel are very well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our initial room was next to elevators. We asked to change and without question we were given a different room that was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026