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Kauai Sands Hotel

2 stars
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI 96746

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.0
out of 5 299 reviews
No problem

Room is clean. Everything is in order. We enjoyed what we paid for. 68/night what else would you... See full review

  • moekmoe
  • Feb 29, 2012
very clean.will go back

great,friendly. I would recommand,heap for Kauai.I will go back. See full review

  • ti bout
  • Feb 5, 2012
Budget-friendly hotel overlooks Wailua Beach on the Royal Coconut Coast
Easy on the budget, Kauai Sands Hotel is garden-style lodging overlooking the ocean on the east shore of Kauai. There are not a lot of frills here, but basic vacation needs are nicely met in 173 comfortable rooms decked out in casual island-style decor with air conditioning. The 6-acre property has two pools and puts guests steps from user-friendly Wailua Beach, where activities include swimming, snorkeling, sunning, surfing and boogie boarding. The hotel does not have its own restaurant, but the many eateries of Coconut Marketplace are close by.
Highlights
  • Steps from Wailua Beach
  • Two swimming pools
  • Budget-friendly accommodations
  • Walking distance to Coconut Marketplace
  • Internet access (fee applies)
Location
A central east coast location makes Kauai Sands Hotel a fine base for easy exploring north to Hanalei Town, Princeville and the Na Pali Coast and south to Poipu Beach Resort. Even the rugged western shore, with spectacular Waimea Canyon and Kokee State Park, is a doable day trip.
Rooms
All rooms at Kauai Sands Hotel can accommodate up to three adults or two adults and two children. Basic amenities include both air conditioning and ceiling fans, a small refrigerator, balcony and tub and shower. All rooms have wireless Internet access (fee applies). Kauai Sands Hotel does not have adjoining rooms or cribs available, but families with young children can request a rollaway bed (fee applies).
Features
Kauai Sands Hotel is a good choice for vacationers on a budget and those who plan to spend most of their time out and about in gorgeous Kauai rather than in a hotel room. The hotel is only a couple of miles from Wailua Golf Course, well under a mile from tranquil Wailua River and just a short walk to the 60-plus shops and restaurants at Coconut Marketplace. A small in-room refrigerator allows guests to have snacks, juice and breakfast items on hand, making it even easier to keep a vacation budget in check. And although many island accommodations, even the most luxurious, do not have air conditioning, Kauai Sands Hotel does.
Transportation
  • Lihue Airport (5.9 mi/9.4 km)
  • Taxis and other transportation services available
Attractions
  • Kayak Kauai Wailua River Paddle (0.1 mi/0.2 km)
  • Wailua Golf Course (2.2 mi/3.5 km)
  • Spouting Horn Beach Park (20.9 mi/33.6 km)
  • Haena Beach Park (30.8 mi/49.6 km)
  • Waimea Canyon (35.6 mi/57.3 km)

Kauai Sands Hotel Rooms

Standard
Room with one King or Double bed includes remote control color Televisions, refrigerator, air conditioning, ceiling fan and a private balcony.
Superior Garden
Room with one King or two Double beds includes remote control color TV,refrigerator, air conditioning, ceiling fan and a private balcony.
Deluxe Pool
Room with one King or two Double beds includes remote control color TV, refrigerator, air conditioning, ceiling fan and a private balcony.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Activities
Outdoor pool
Services
Safe deposit box
Gift shop
Internet
Wireless internet
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

22.0528 -159.3308
Area served
A central east coast location makes Kauai Sands Hotel a fine base for easy exploring north to Hanalei Town, Princeville and the Na Pali Coast and south to Poipu Beach Resort.
Nearby airports
Lihue Airport - 6 miles.
Area description
Area Location - Wailua Boat Cruise -1 mile, Wilcox Museum - 5 miles, Waimea Canyon - 31 miles, Napali Coast - 45 miles, Kilauea Point - 15 miles, Russion Fort - 30 miles, Salt Pond Beach - 20 miles, Wailua Golf Course - 1 mile, Opaelaa Falls - 1 mile, Princeville - 25 miles, Lumahai Beach - 35 miles, Poipu - 19 miles, Lydgate State Park - 1 mile, Allerton Gardens - 15 miles, Kalalau Lookout - 40 miles.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (299)

Ratings and reviews for Kauai Sands Hotel

Overall score

3 / 5
About the scores
299 out of 299
Amenities:
2.6
Room cleanliness:
3.6
Hotel staff:
3.8
Room comfort:
3.2
Location:
4.2
Value:
3.9

74% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

roverfan
Seal Beach, CA, USA
Mar 25, 2012

Previous good reviews by others confirmed !!!

We were received at the .reception desk by very professional staff, who answered all our questions and made us feel very welcome by their quiet aloha spirit. which was reflected by all those we talked to. Yes the rooms are sixtyish in style, scrupulously clean and fresh, despite the need for a few more wall plugs. We were fairly close to stores and restuarants and enjoyed the whole experience. Really good value for the money

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
4
Dining tip: Not Applicable

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Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

Klumpp
Tacoma, WA, USA
Mar 16, 2012

Not much Aloha spirit

The customer service was dismal. No Aloha. The room was worn out. Tile in bathroom dirty, pulling away from walls. Leftover tortilla chips on bathroom floor...not ours. Bed was so old you could feel the wire springs. Pillows were flat. Towels were thin from years of washing. Both pools were closed; coned off and cold. And no apology or explanation as to why it was closed. Electricity went out for awhile and one hotel maid joked that they didn't pay the electric bill. Actually, probably not a joke. Over all, not even worth the cheap price. Definitely made for good stories though!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
3
Entertainment tip: Not Applicable

Make the most of whatever the circumstances. A positive attitude can make anything a story worth sharing. Enjoy each day!

Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

dudette
Oakland, CA, USA
Mar 13, 2012

what a dump

when we got to our room, there was garbage all over the place, beds unmade, etc. it was obvious the maid had not come. yet, we were sent to it anyway?! we called the front desk and they gave us another room but in a totally different building than we requested. the ice machine was broken, the window in our room was broken, the brick? that makes up the pathways all around the grounds is extremely slippery when wet, and both pools were closed. the front desk staff were the most unhelpful and unwelcoming i have ever encountered.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

DT12
Tok, AK, USA
Mar 10, 2012

one night passing through

Friendly staff, clean rooms. Older hotel . . .obviously used to be something really great when it was new . . .we just stayed one night . . .and pretty much just slept and spent a couple hours in the morning there . . .but it certainly suited our needs and was the best price by far on the island. Kauai Palms in Lihue (2 nights) was the next closest for a good deal (20$ more) . . .nicer in some ways . . .but not as good for location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

4

Would recommend

kauai hi
dearborn michigan
Mar 9, 2012

great vacation

everything was great central location for access to all snokeling beaches

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

2

Would recommend

Flat......
Oahu, Hawaii, USA
Mar 8, 2012

Budget Hotel

Good for an overnight stay. A little too old for me.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

2

Would not recommend

Mauidude84
Kihei, Maui
Mar 3, 2012

Kauai Sands needs a revamping ASAP

We used the hotel primarily for sleeping and showering while we were out and about the island. The hotel is from the 50's and you could tell by the look of the exterior, lobby and room decor. If you don't care about status; come and stay here - oh and it was $60 bucks a night right on the beach with 2 swimming pools. Walking distance to Coconut Grove shops and farmers market

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Walk right over to Coconut Grove shops and right on the beach

Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

5

Would recommend

moekmoe
Honolulu
Feb 29, 2012

No problem

Room is clean. Everything is in order. We enjoyed what we paid for. 68/night what else would you expect ? Good location, right by the beach, closed to Airport.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

1

Would not recommend

RmjH
Portland, OR, USA
Feb 26, 2012

Uncomfortable get away!

Rooms have creaky double beds. Staff unhelpful when request made to change room. AC loud. No extra pillows really seemed to care less about their guests. Would never stay there again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Chicken in a barrel. Just excellent!

Review of Kauai Sands Hotel

Reviewer score

3

Would recommend

Linda. Ken
Lakeville, MN, USA
Feb 26, 2012

Ok for a short stay

The room was nothing special need some work but is a old hotel. The one thing miss is a small coffee maker in the room. Also has no. Restaurant. The ground were will maintain.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Walking distance. To shopping. And the ocean.

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