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The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

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A resort with multiple swimming pools, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
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A coastal landscape with a golf course, ocean, and mountains in the background.
A modern room with a view of the sea, a dining area with blue chairs, a wicker chandelier, and a stone wall.
A resort with a covered outdoor dining area, palm trees, and a pond.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air-conditioning

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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
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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the ocean.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

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

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A resort with multiple swimming pools surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

King Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the mountains.

King Preferred Ocean View

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

View all photos for Two Queens Preferred Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the mountains.

Two Queens Preferred Ocean View

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

View all photos for King Ocen View

A neatly made bed with white linens and a green accent pillow, a modern lamp, and a geometric wall panel.

King Ocen View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A resort with multiple swimming pools surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

Two Queens Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a building through a window.

King Garden View

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

View all photos for Two Queens Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of mountains.

Two Queens Ocean View

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table with chairs, and a view of the outside balcony.

Two Queens Garden View

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

View all photos for King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a pool and garden.

King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

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

View all photos for Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoor pool area.

Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

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

View all photos for King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a building through a window.

King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai

  • Resort view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative vase with flowers.

King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite

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

View all photos for King Oceanfront Lanai Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a chair, and a view of the beach and ocean.

King Oceanfront Lanai Suite

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

View all photos for King Oceanfront Presidential Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the ocean.

King Oceanfront Presidential Suite

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

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  • Sleeps 1

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  • Sleeps 1

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
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-per-view films and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Lihue hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on request. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2024.

5 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. In addition to a kids' pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Kalapaki Beach. Enjoy features like a free round-trip airport shuttle, plus 4 restaurants and 2 bars.
  • Enjoy international cuisine with a beachfront location at Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach, one of the property's 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the 5 hot tubs
  • Indulge with deep-tissue massages, body scrubs or facials at Alexander Day Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym, volleyball and yoga classes
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay
  • Free airport shuttle service
Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (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 such as an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. This luxury hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Lihue hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Royal Lanai – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this sushi bar specialises in sushi and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open selected days.
Aupaka Terrace – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this coffee shop specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Duke's Kauai – This beachfront restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). 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.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • 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 on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 10 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

Restaurants on site

  • Aupaka Terrace
  • Cafe Portofino
  • Duke's Kauai
  • Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach
  • Royal Lanai

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

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 27,758 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Handrails in hallways (86 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 10 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Renovated guestrooms - August 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay films

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 cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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 centre/computer access
  • Fitness centre 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: from approximately USD 32.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation on arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 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.

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 934 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1272 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and have a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, excellent location
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was a great place to stay. Awesome swimming pool, great food and a wonderful beach. Resort is close to any store you may need to go to.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to start our Kaua’i adventure
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent locations and views
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the location on the beach and the convenient airport shuttle … the rooms were spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again. It has some small problem's and food choices could be greatly approved! Over all great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was awesome and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yeyong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best private beach
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can't beat this location, great food, nice room & lanai, super convenient shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property , great pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff are very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and kind staff, the pool is outstanding, the in room breakfast was delicious, and the location is stunning. I look forward to coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tushar

Very nice hotel and staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our ocean view was peek-a-boo, but the setting and hotel are very nice. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool and property are beautiful, the food is great, and the staff is always friendly, pleasant, and eager to help. It was a joy staying here!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean, relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool and beach were amazing! The food onsite was excellent and the service was great! The pool was very nice and we enjoyed having 4 hot tubs to choose from. The fact that there are bars and restaurants walkable right from the resort was a bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent time front desk was very very welcoming and helped me out with a few issues. It’s been 30 years since I’ve been to that hotel and just as I remembered.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kushagra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great spot Beautiful pool area Will be coming back
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean and had a nice view.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Faizal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were wonderful. Rooms were very clean and the views were beautiful. Food on site was great and the property is private but you can still walk to shopping areas. Loved it!
View from our balcony. The pool is the largest on the island and the beach is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

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