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The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

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King Oceanfront Lanais Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
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3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766
  • Place, Nawiliwili Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kalapaki Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nawiliwili Harbor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪3 min drive‬
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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

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

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

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

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8.8 out of 10
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  • 43 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Two Queens Preferred Ocean View

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  • 43 sq m
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

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

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9.2 out of 10
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  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

King Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Two Queens Ocean View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Two Queens Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
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  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Two Queens Garden View

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King Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

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

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Two Queens Deluxe Ground Floor Lanai

8.0 out of 10
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  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

King Deluxe Roll-in-Shower Lanai

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

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

King Oceanfront Vice Presidential Suite

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

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King Oceanfront Lanais Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

King Oceanfront Lanais Suite

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

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

King Oceanfront Presidential Suite

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

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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. Housekeeping is available on request.
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. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers, 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 request. 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 hot stone massages, body scrubs or facials 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 helpful staff
  • 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, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Royal Lanai – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this sushi bar specialises in sushi and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open selected days.
Aupaka Terrace – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this coffee shop specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Duke's Kauai – This beachfront restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). 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.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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)
  • Uncovered 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
  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bodyboard
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Shopping
  • Surf lessons
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • 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
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 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
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • 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; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • 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 on arrival with your arrival details. 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.

Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 746 out of 1036 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1036 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1036 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1036 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1036 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

michele

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaswinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fact that it has a beach attached was perfect. As well as restaurants and shops within walking distance. The whole place was well maintained and the staff was always very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahrzad, Irvine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel grounds are stunning, pool is clean and gorgeous, right on the beach so you can go swimming in the ocean, food is tasty but pricey. There are nearby eateries that you can walk to if you like, staff was kind and accommodating. I highly recommend the Royal Sonesta Kaua’i and would definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great but the way they charge your stay is seriously annoying. Booked with one card and when arrived asked to disregard that card for another. Sure no problem is what they said. They ended up keeping both cards and charging us double. Not sure what was so hard about that request but the family with us had the same issue. Seem a little scattered at the front desk.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every angle from this location had a beautiful view. I also cannot compliment the staff enough. Very friendly, accommodating and helpful. We spent half of our honeymoon here and had every intention of venturing out each day… but the resort was so beautiful we ended up dedicating multiple days just hanging out at the pool and beach. 10 out of 10! I hope we can make the trip back someday.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DOLORES ALDENIA, WINCHESTER

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was EXCELLENT !! Rooms can use some upgrading
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

PANKAJ, portland

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Patuxent River

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and grounds were beautiful, with both a beach and pool. Would go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful. Its well taken care of and the staff is very polite and friendly. Security is there to make sure only hotel guests use the pool (always wear your wristband). The pool is much bigger than it seems from the pictures and the beach is only steps away. We went back and forth from pool to beach all day. The beach has soft, smooth sand, not rocky at all. There are sure lessons onsite. My daughters took a lesson and loved it. Several food options, although they are hotel prices. There is a small market that is walkable if you need something. would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best hotel stay ever! The pool alone was fantastic
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Room Infested

Hotel was fine, dated however. Room Was clean upon arriving but then w room Service every other day and trips to the beach the room gets dirty quickly. Not a fan of room Service, we ordered dinner one night and they brought it in a paper bag, disposable containers, etc. pretty sure it was bought at an outside restaurant and uncharged after that. Then to top it off a dead cockroach (yes a cockroach) was found in the room. We were Staying on the 6th floor so not even ground level. It took me 2-3 calls to get “maintenance” (who had better things to do on a Saturday night, hence the 2-3 phone calls) to come a remove it from the room. The incident would’ve been better tolerated if I didn’t get attitude or at least got an apology from the front desk about it. Never have I found a dead cockroach inside a hotel room. Absolutely disgusting. Won’t be staying at this hotel ever again.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Peaceful, manicured grounds, amazing pool area, comfortable room, driving distance to shops, airport, restaurants. Staff incredibly friendly and welcoming. Room clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan de

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time visiting and we will definitely be back. The aloha spirit is incredible.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025