The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Kalapaki Beach

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On the beach, beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
Main amenities
  • Weekly housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool and 5 hot tubs
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach cabanas
  • Beach sunloungers
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The price is £358
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Preferred Ocean View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 43 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pool View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Garden View)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront (One Bedroom Oceanfront)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Pool View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred Ocean View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 43 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Garden View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - king
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (One Bedroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 197 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ocean View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766

What's nearby

  • Kalapaki Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nawiliwili Bay - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Ocean Course at Hokuala - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kauai Museum - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 7 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

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

At The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue, you can spend time at the beach enjoying cabanas, beach umbrellas and yoga, plus you'll only be a five-minute drive from Nawiliwili Harbor. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach, one of 4 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a free airport shuttle and a poolside bar. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, Japanese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 356 rooms
  • Arranged over 10 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Express check-out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 21
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • WiFi in public areas*
  • Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*

Parking

  • On-site self-parking (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • On-site valet parking (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

  • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Shopping
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (27758 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1986
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 5 hot tubs
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Hallway handrail height (centimetres): 86
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 86
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Doorbell and phone notifications
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Wireless Internet access (surcharge) (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Royal Lanai – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this sushi bar specialises in sushi and only serves dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open selected days.
Aupaka Terrace – This poolside coffee shop specialises in American cuisine and only serves breakfast. Open daily.
Duke's Kauai – This beachfront restaurant specialises in seafood and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Cafe Portofino – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 53.08 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Business centre/computer access
    • Fitness centre access
    • Fitness/yoga classes
    • Health club access
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
    • Shuttle service

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for USD 0 per day (rates may vary)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 32.95 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30 per night

Parking

  • Self-parking costs USD 30 per day with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs USD 40 per day with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
This property is professionally cleaned.
State tax ID – W89793163-01
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 30 per day. Valet parking costs USD 40 per day. Electric car charging is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as volleyball and beach yoga. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in one of the 5 hot tubs. The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue also has 2 bars, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as beach cabanas, spa services and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?
Yes, there are 4 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue like?
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is a short 7-minute drive from Lihue, HI (LIH) and 18 minutes' walk from Nawiliwili Harbor. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

An upsetting experience
I had a rather upsetting incident at the restaurant for breakfast. I was at there for breakfast and I was told they were open but the two stuff members were busy doing their thing and the supervisor was giving speech to all other staff. I was there for quite some time and was ignored. Guess a single senior lady tends to get that. When I sat down and supervisor saw me not thrilled and asked if I was OK, I said something like "it's a long wait ". The supervisor was rather rude and said "you should be respectful". This really floored me. How was I not respectful? Did I say or do anything? Very upsetting. Supervisor's name is Mike, in pink shirt. I hope he would not do that to others, especially not to senior people.
Supervisor Mike in pink shirt
Ann, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
It's very good awesome people as always Hawaiian is
Edison, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Angilberto, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful resort with spectacular grounds and pool.
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Royal Sonesta is AMAZING!!
The Royal Sonesta was AMAZING!! The resort was so beautiful. The staff was extremely friendly. The food was amazing. The beach was beautiful. The resort was quiet and comfortably isolated so you felt very relaxed, yet it was within walking distance of a quaint little shopping district where you could get food, drinks, and gifts. We will absolutely return here!
Greg, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Sharon, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Need refacing !!!
Francisco H, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Warren, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5 Star!
Grounds were amazing! Pool and views were 5 star also.
Barry, 10-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our 3 night stay was great! The renovations didn’t bother us at all, as they weren’t doing work on them during the day. The breakfast staff at the pool every morning was wonderful. Our room was clean and had a beautiful ocean view. There were always plenty of chairs by the pool and beach and wait staff was on top of it! We will definitely stay again!
Richard, 3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Jessica, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good Eats
Royal sonesta was amazing! I love their delicious food options in the morning!
Precious, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Don’t
Surprise Extra charge of $30 for self-parking wasn’t cool. Construction on hot tubs was loud early around 9 am and housekeeping loud and woke us up knocking at 8 when checkout was noon. Overall huge disappointment for the $800 price nightly. Ocean view upgrade was $50 and was an eastern bay, dock view.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Overall it was a great experience, I will be returning and telling my family and friends
Dean, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, so well maintained. The room was beautiful and huge. I'd stay there again and would recommend 💯 The only suggestions i can think of is that I would have liked to have some background music at the outdoor areas, like the pool and the grassy area of the beach, and a few more free-standing umbrellas.
Olivia, 8-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous resort, really nice pool, ocean and mountain view. Unfortunately some construction going on during our stay but didn’t stop us from having fun. Sushi at Royal Lanai is AMAZING!! Ask for Chris, he is the best!
Alexa, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The only thing was finding parking lot was hard.
Arlene, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Wouldn’t call it a four star per say but it’s location can’t be beat.. on the beach, etc.. yes it’s a resort and in Hawai’i but watch out for overpriced 40$ a person…
Adrien, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The hotel was being renovated therefore they had a lot of limited options to choose from. I think they should have at least a continental breakfast to choose from considering all the money that we had to spend per day to stay there. They didn’t meet my expectations this time around.
David, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Samantha, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Gregory A, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just walking down to the beach everyday and enjoying dinner at The Royal Lanai, was perfect 😊
Kaelin, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our 2 week vacation here was amazing more than expected.
Joshua Enmanuel, 14-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Chunhong, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

General property information

Breakfast
Available
Parking
Available
Airport Transfer
Available
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Property Cleanliness