The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.0 star property
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On the beach, beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Oceanfront | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Explore the area

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3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766
  • Kalapaki Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Nawiliwili Harbor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Nawiliwili Bay
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪4 min drive‬
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  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View (Preferred Ocean View)

  • Ocean view
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

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

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Pool View

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View (Preferred Ocean View)

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lanai, Ground Floor

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Lanai, Ground Floor

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Ground Floor

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Vice Presidential, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront, 1 King + Sofa Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Oceanfront

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

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront (1 King + Sofa bed)

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Seafront hotel with full-service spa, near Nawiliwili Bay
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. Weekly housekeeping is available.
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. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, 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 a weekly basis. 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 Kauai Lagoons Golf Club. 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 manicures and pedicures, reflexology or detox wraps at Alexander Day Spa
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym, volleyball and fitness classes
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the beach
  • 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. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. This beach hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-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, 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.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

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)
  • 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 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
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • 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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • 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
  • Picnic area
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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; 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 at the property

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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 centre/computer access
  • Fitness centre access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Health club access
  • In-room coffee
  • 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
  • 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)
  • 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
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 with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 683 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

BEST PLACE EVER

We came here for our 25th anniversary celebration and it was exquisite! The property is GORGEOUS, the rooms are spacious, the facilities are so clean, and none of the rooms face a dumpster or parking lot. It is heaven!
View from room at night.
Lobby
View from room during daytime.
View from bar.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I come to Kauai often and each time I stay at The Royal Sonesta. Each and every visit I consistently receive excellent service from every employee. The room is always beautiful, clean and well stocked. If I need anything, the staff is always prompt even if when my request is not urgent. I could go on and on about every positive but there is a character limit. : ) The only “negative” is the fact that I have to go home. From the beautiful island of Kauai to the great Royal Sonesta, it is honestly difficult to leave. That’s why my visits have been closer & more frequent.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lupe

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding stay. 7 night's here and it was so great. Only down side is limited dining options.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful - many manicured gardens with ponds and fountains. The pool area was large with plenty of chairs to relax, where you could also order food. There was a large beach area with volleyball nets as well as a separate pool for kids that had a slide. We took advantage of all of the dining options. There is another restaurant just up the hill, Hualani's, that was outstanding. Our last night, we enjoyed some delicious sushi and saki, probably one of our favorite dining experiences. When we first arrived, we found food that had been left in our mini fridge by a previous guest. It wasn't the best first impression, but the front desk sent someone up right away to take care of it. And the rest of our stay, there were no other issues. Overall, we loved the property and the island of Kauai.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort in close proximity to shopping and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, but not 5 stars

Great hotel, Balcony view was amazing, bed was comfortable, and stocked with plenty of water, but this did not feel 5 star.. The towels were older and threads were falling out. There were no bath accessories like shaver, shower cap, etc that you get with a 5 star hotel. The hotel also said they did not have bowls/plates which was really odd for when we had ordered takeout.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Rea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was very nice and friendly…. Love the quality of the food and the variety at the restaurants on site. The swimming pool is absolutely amazing!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We traveled for a vacation, first time on this island and we were very impressed! The resort was super clean, staff were present and helpful. Overall will be recommending a stay here to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a great stay at RS. The property was spread out and gave the feeling of being private and less crowded despite it being President’s week. The beach chairs, towels were a bit tired but in general the experience was overall quite relaxing and enjoyable. We asked to change our room to more quiet location and that accommodated us without hesitation. All the staff were friendly and attentive. Parking is a bit of a walk unless you are lucky enough to get a space next to tower ( which we were everytime). Would highly recommend also because location was easy from airport and to travel anywhere on island.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blackwater

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sandy, non-rocky beach. Beautiful pool and kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with family
The Sonesta was really lovely and we had a great room with an ocean view. My only complaint would be its location so close to the airport. During the day, so many helicopters made their way to their tours and no amount of water features could storm out the noise. I would still stay there again as they had every thing: beautiful pool, great beach and the dining options the bar by the pool was great. Loved the nightly music.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Lawrence

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

story

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this trip last minute without my normal research and just booked it on a whim since the pool looked great in the photos and we were traveling with kids. I was blown away! Such a wonderful resort, Dukes was delicious and had a great vibe for dinner, the property was clean and everyone was friendly. It's one of those places that the lobby smells "rich" and fancy. Loved the open air walkways and wish I liked sushi because that set up was beautiful. If I were to micro complain about anything was the fact the bathroom doors didn't lock. Which is a little awkward depending on who you're traveling with, and the breakfast while good was VERY expensive on property $160 for 4 orders of pancakes and 4 juices after tip. We LOVED our stay and would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Karla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A large, beautiful resort that requires a lot of walking. Some may prefer a smaller, more intimate experience but we came to appreciate the elegance for the size. We loved being able to hear the lovely performance of the guitarist/vocalist floating out on the evening air across the pools and gardens to serve two restaurants as well as the evening swimmers and strollers.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great vacation everything was beautiful around the resort. Food choices were very good and the bar and the staff were great ,friendly, and made awesome drinks.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Beautiful Property

Pool and beach area are awesome. Staff friendly. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Preston

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025