The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI 96766, United States of America – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 329 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Right on an amazing beach. The pool was beautiful. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Modern room with comfortable bed. Close to variety of restaurants.

- Ocean view
- Garden
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Private Bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safe
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Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is next to Kalapaki Bay and the 18-hole Kauai Lagoons Golf Club. The hotel offers 4 restaurants and a full-service spa. Guest rooms include a TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator. The rooms provide a view of the ocean or the hotel's gardens. Select rooms offer a balcony. Guests can enjoy the hot tub or the well-equipped fitness center. A full-service business center is also available. Kukui's on Kalapaki Beach that serves international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Live music is available on Friday and Saturday nights. Guests can also enjoy fresh seafood and ocean views at the casual Duke's restaurant.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Sep 23, 2010Hotel chain/brand: Sonesta Hotels , Royal Sonesta
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private Parking
- Beachfront
- WiFi in all areas
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- 4 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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- Amie
United States of America
“Right on an amazing beach. The pool was beautiful. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Modern room with comfortable bed. Close to variety of restaurants.” - Kim
United States of America
“Hotel comfort and location were great! Our room and view were beautiful. Food was okay; would like to see more menu choices for lunches.” - Carrie
United States of America
“We loved how the property sits in that cove and the view was amazing with the back drop of those mountains” - Elias
United States of America
“The staff were excellent with a great attitude and eagerness to help and provide a great experience.” - Joydeep
United States of America
“Great location, perfect resort experience with a nice beach, nice pools and beachside restaurant. Breakfast options are good but the Harbor Mall close by has great breakfast restaurants. 10 min drive from airport and close to most trip tour...” - Dave
United States of America
“Close to airport but no airport noise. great location” - Christopher
United States of America
“I liked the hotel setting, its clean swimming pool. The hotel pays a lot of attention to the details. It's clean and comfortable overall, and hotel staff are friendly overall.” - Catherine
United States of America
“Breakfast by the pool was great, loved morning walks on the beach, and all the staff we came into contact with were super friendly. We did request for a crib, but since we booked last minute, it was totally understandable that one was not readily...” - Janelle
United States of America
“The location is perfect for our preference to travel all parts of the island.” - Sean
United States of America
“This property is gorgeously maintained. the pictures hardly do it justice. We celebrated our honeymoon and couldn’t have asked for a better hotel.”

Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
CN luggage be stored by the hotel before check in time?
Yes, the bellman are able to store luggage in the event the room is not ready upon check in.Answered on 29 April 2020We will be landing October 26, 2021 around 10 pm and will need the airport shuttle to pick us up. Would like to rent a car the following day. Can the ..
We offer a complimentary shuttle to and from the airport when neededAnswered on 29 June 2021I am a Kamaaina living in Honolulu. Do you have Kamaaina rates?
Please reach out to Sonesta for Kama'aina rates and availability. MahaloAnswered on 4 August 2023Smoke free but with designated smoking areas? Which is it?
All hotel rooms are smoke free. There are designated public smoking areas throughout the property.Answered on 26 May 2022Is this resort ALL INCLUSIVE? Are the restaurants and bars a part of the "all inclusive" or will we have to pay in addition to the room?
The rates offered are for room only. No inclusions.Answered on 29 June 2021When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?
It is perfect beach weather all year around!Answered on 29 June 2021- Still looking?
Area info *
Restaurants4 Restaurants On Site
- Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Aupaka Terrace
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast
- Dukes Kauai
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- Cafe Portofino
- CuisineItalian
- Open forDinner
Resort Facilities at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort LihueGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private Parking
- Beachfront
- WiFi in all areas
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- 4 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
- Refrigerator
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/PerformanceAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainmentAdditional charge
- Water sports facilities on siteAdditional charge
- Entertainment staff
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Coffee house on site
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Concierge
- ATM on site
- 24-hour front desk
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Smoke-free property
- Family rooms
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Lowered sink
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Opening times
- Open all year
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Kids' pool
- Fitness
- Massage chair
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hairstyling
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Makeup services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- English
- Japanese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
-24/7 access to state-of-the-art fitness center;
-Basic WiFi for unlimited devices;
-In-room coffee/tea offering;
-2 Mai Tais and 1 appetizer or dessert;
-Airport shuttle service; fitness and cultural classes.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
License number: W89793163-01
FAQs about The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue is 1.9 miles from the center of Lihue. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue include:
- Quad
- Double
- Suite
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The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue has 4 restaurants:
- Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach
- Dukes Kauai
- Cafe Portofino
- Aupaka Terrace
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Check-in at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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The prices at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue on this page.
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The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Hiking
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Windsurfing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Evening entertainment
- Beachfront
- Bicycle rental
- Themed dinners
- Beauty services
- Walking tours
- Swimming pool
- Live music/Performance
- Facial treatments
- Water sports facilities on site
- Waxing services
- Tour or class about local culture
- Makeup services
- Beach
- Hair treatments
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Hairstyling
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Spa facilities
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Couples' massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
- Full-body massage
- Massage chair
- Entertainment staff
- Fitness