Popular places to visit
Wailua Falls
Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.
Smith's Tropical Paradise
Embark on a journey down the river to this traditional family luau with feasts, music and shows in a tropical environment.
Kapa'a Beach Park
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kapa'a Beach Park during your trip to Kapaa? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
Kealia Forest Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Kealia Forest Reserve, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Kamokila Hawaiian Village
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kamokila Hawaiian Village during your trip to Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
Things to do
Kaua'i Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Kauai
Top hotels in Kawaihau
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Staff very helpful
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Was a good property overall.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
This was our first time staying on the east shore and it was a great experience overall. Service was good but the building and amenities could use some updating. We stayed for a week over the thanksgiving holiday in a king suite with ocean views and the location was a great bouncing off point for ...
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Kauai Shores Hotel
It was awesome. Everything was great. Family setting, great staff. 100 recommend
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Quiet and relaxing atmosphere
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
Great
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kawaihau
Kapahi
While there might not be top attractions in Kapahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapa'a Beach Park.
Wailua Homesteads
You'll enjoy the waterfalls and riverfront in Wailua Homesteads. You might want to make time for a stop at Kaua'i's Hindu Monastery or Kamokila Hawaiian Village.
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Wailua Beach and Lae Nani Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Waipouli
If you're spending some time in Waipouli, Coconut Marketplace and Waipouli Beach are top sights worth seeing.
