The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Oceanfront hotel with full-service spa, near Nawiliwili Bay

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June 2025

July 2025

On the beach, beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Oceanfront | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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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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Room options

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

463 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

453 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

453 sq ft
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

453 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

463 sq ft
Ocean view
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

453 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

453 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lanai, Ground Floor

453 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

1000 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Oceanfront

1000 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

2120 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

453 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay. This 4-star hotel has 356 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

Kalapaki Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Kauai Lagoons Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Nawiliwili Harbor - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
Nawiliwili Bay - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
Kauai Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

Lihue Airport (LIH) - 7 min drive

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

Oceanfront hotel with full-service spa, near Nawiliwili Bay

At The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Parking is USD 30 per day (USD 40 per day for valet parking)—but if you prefer not to drive, catch a ride in the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a 24-hour gym, 5 hot tubs, and WiFi in public areas.

Smart TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and laptop-compatible safes are also standard. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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

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.

Languages

English, Japanese

Similar properties

Pool
Hot Tub
Kids pool
Parking included

$335 nightly

Jul 2 - Jul 3

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
Self 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 7:00 AM to 10:00 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 center
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
Elevator (36 inch wide door)
Handrails in hallways (34 inches high)
Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
Hardwood flooring in room
Lever door handles
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 center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchairs on site

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 movies
Smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator

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

Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Resort fee: USD 53.08 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Business center/computer access
Fitness center access
Fitness/yoga classes
Health club access
In-room coffee
Phone calls
Shuttle service

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

Check-in: 4 PM
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Tax ID number is W89793163-01.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

As of Jun 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue on Jun 30, 2025 start from $399.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Lihue, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Kauai Lagoons Golf Club, Kalapaki Beach, and Nawiliwili Bay. You'll also find Nawiliwili Harbor and The Ocean Course at Hokuala less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 40 per day with in/out privileges. Electric car charging and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available for guests.

Is there a spa at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Alexander Day Spa is the hotel's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps, and couples treatments.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue include a casino at the property?

No, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and 5 hot tubs. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a beachfront restaurant.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has 5 spa tubs.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue has 4 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

The closest major airport to The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is Lihue Airport (LIH), which is 2.5 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished lanai or a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean or garden views.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue if that's in your vacation plans.

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Mar 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Well maintained property in a great area and lots to do

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Raquel

Mar 16, 2025

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

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Business traveler

Mar 15, 2025

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

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Mar 14, 2025

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

Beautiful views. Fantastic pool. Great access to beach and souvenir shopping.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Mar 13, 2025

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!

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertha

Mar 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Mar 12, 2025

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

Mar 11, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lupe

Mar 10, 2025

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

Traveled with family

Mar 9, 2025

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

Mar 9, 2025

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

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Traveled with family

Mar 8, 2025

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

Mar 7, 2025

Beautiful

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rebekah

Mar 7, 2025

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

Mar 7, 2025

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Rea

Traveled with partner

Mar 7, 2025

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

Traveled with group

Mar 5, 2025

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

Mar 4, 2025

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

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Mar 3, 2025

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

Traveled with family

Mar 3, 2025

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

Mar 2, 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Feb 28, 2025

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Feb 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

story

Traveled with family and small children

Feb 26, 2025

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