The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

On the beach, free beach cabanas, beach volleyball

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar

Hot tub

Pool

Spa

Free airport shuttle

Breakfast available

Explore the area

3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766

Kauai Lagoons Golf Club
4 min walk
Kalapaki Beach
5 min walk
Nawiliwili Bay
8 min walk
Lihue, HI (LIH)
7 min drive

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Room options

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Preferred Ocean View)

43 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

42 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean View)

42 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pool View)

42 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Garden View)

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

40 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront (One Bedroom Oceanfront)

Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Pool View)

42 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred Ocean View)

43 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Garden View)

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

42 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

42 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

42 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

93 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

93 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (One Bedroom)

197 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds

42 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ocean View)

42 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

42 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool

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Kids pool

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for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

About this property

Beach spa retreat walking distance from Kalapaki Beach

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. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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. Smart televisions come with premium cable channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Lihue hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided weekly. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in August 2024.

5 spa 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.

Our customers tell us 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 Nawiliwili Bay. Enjoy features like a free roundtrip 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 spa tubs
Indulge with aromatherapy, body treatments, or manicures and pedicures at Alexander Day Spa
Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym, volleyball, and fitness classes
Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
Just a 5-minute walk from Kalapaki Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Nawiliwili Bay
Free airport shuttle service

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers its guests a full-service spa, 5 spa tubs, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a 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.

Business amenities include a business center and 11 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 27758 square feet (2579 square meters) and includes conference space. A children's pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). For a fee, parking is available.

This Lihue hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Aupaka Terrace - This poolside coffee shop specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast only. Open daily.

Duke's Kauai - This beachfront restaurant specializes in seafood and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Cafe Portofino - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 0 per day)
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 0 per day)

Parking and public transport

Self parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Valet parking on site (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Electric car charging station on site
Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
Free 24-hour return airport shuttle
Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–10 AM: USD 32.95 per person
4 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
2 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach
Aupaka Terrace
Duke's Kauai
Cafe Portofino

Things to do

24-hour fitness centre
5 hot tubs
Fitness classes
Beach volleyball
Children's pool
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool
Shopping
Yoga classes

Family friendly

Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Fridge
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

ATM/banking services
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Lift
Front-desk safe
Vending machine

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Hair salon
Housekeeping (weekly)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

Business centre
Computer station
Conference space (27758 square feet)
Meeting rooms - 11

Outdoors

BBQ grill(s)
Beachfront location
Free beach cabanas
Garden
Picnic area
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Spa

5 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body treatments
Body wraps
Couples treatment room(s)
Detox wraps
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - hot stone
Massage - prenatal
Massage - sports
Massage - Swedish
Massage/treatment rooms
Reflexology
Spa open daily

Accessibility

If you have any 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 available
Braille signage
Ceiling hoist
Doorbell and phone notification
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 91
Handrails in hallways
Hallway handrail height (centimetres): 86
Handrails in stairwells
Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 86
Hardwood flooring in room
Lever door handles
Pool hoist on site
Sign language-capable staff
Step-free path to entrance
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchairs available on site

Renovated guest rooms – August 2024
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Egyptian cotton sheets
Heating (climate-controlled)
Pillow-top mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Towels

Entertainment

TV channels
Netflix
Films for purchase
Premium channels
Smart TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Fridge

Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
Laptop-compatible safe
Laptop-friendly workspace
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

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.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 center/computer access
Fitness center access
Fitness/yoga classes
Health club access
In-room coffee
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: 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 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 at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Up to 2 children 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.

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with family

25 Aug 2024

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

Fantastic views, pool, and beach. Very friendly staff and great proximity to Dukes Restaurant.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family

23 Aug 2024

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

We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it for families.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Claudia M, san rafael

Travelled with family

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Very accesible and family oriented environment.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Negar Dehghan

16 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

16 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with family

16 Aug 2024

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

The hotel property is beautiful and well-kept. Some construction was going on during our stay, but it wasn't disruptive. The hotel did a good job accommodating the remodeling of a restaurant by putting up an outdoor seating area near the pool. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. We had access to most services. We would recommend taking advantage of everything that goes into the resort fees (free appetizers, a few drinks, discounted activities, etc). The rooms are comfortable and clean. The interior of the rooms and hallways looked updated.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

16 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Travelled with family

14 Aug 2024

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

Great Stay!

Lovely hotel. I’ve stayed here several times. The first in 1980 when it was Kauai Surf, then the Westin 1992, then the Marriott and now Royal Sonesta. Wonderful location and staff!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Angela

Travelled with family

14 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Overall hotel is not a 4 star, more like a 3. The beach is beautiful & rooms are clean. The pool and other facilities are outdated, 2 out of 4 hot tubs were in construction. the two that were open were dirty. Drilling and dust right into the pool. Not a relaxing environment. The room view is an old roof. They should add vegetation to help improve the experience. Some of the staff was friendly, while others left a lot to be desired. Resort fee get’s you old towels and old chairs. Hotel isn’t worth the money. I asked for a discount due to construction, they waved one day of resort fee, not enough after a long flight and an underwhelming experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy

13 Aug 2024

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

4.5 Stars overall, only because there was construction and it’s hard to give a full five stars. Facility was overall clean. The room was super clean and neat, pool was amazing. Walkable to the beach and the public beach was clean and was never crowded when we were there. We’ve seen the beach calm and a couple of days were very choppy but beautiful nonetheless. There were stores and restaurants that were walkable. And we had a car and drove out when we wanted. Staff was super friendly. The girl from front desk was very accommodating. And every time we picked up the phone for information or to request for some thing, they were very accommodating as well. Will definitely come back next year.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iris

9 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

9 Aug 2024

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

Property clean. Close to restaurants and beautiful pool.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicklas

Travelled with family

9 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Annabel De Leon

Travelled with family

7 Aug 2024

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

I love the easy to access the beach from the hotel. The beach is perfect for swimming!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siarhei

Travelled with family

7 Aug 2024

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

Good

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

victor

Travelled with family

6 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

the elevators to the rooms don't any security and they are easy access to anyone to enter, they are next to a public parking

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sheryl, Germantown

Travelled with family, Travelled with group

5 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel was beautiful & rooms were nice & clean. However, our room was only cleaned every other day & we ran out of toilet paper & towels. My son stepped on glass in the pool which cut his foot. He went under the water & found a handful of glass pieces on the bottom of the pool. The pool could have been a bit cleaner. I know this all sounds bad, but I would stay at this property again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Travelled with family

5 Aug 2024

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

The staff was friendly and accommodating. The grounds were kept clean and landscape was very lush. The rooms could be cleaned a bit more thoroughly between guests. Otherwise great stay for the price.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesabel

Travelled with family

4 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It is beautiful and a great location

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica Eduwiges

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children

4 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful property with a lot of options for recreation. Our room was always clean and cool. The food at the nearby restaurants was delicious. The location is centralized enough t that driving To other places on the island was a breeze. Can’t wait to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caisa Barbara

Travelled with partner

3 Aug 2024

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

Parking was an issue

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kory

Travelled with family

2 Aug 2024

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

The hotel was under renovation. I like the fact that they are updating and maintaining the hotel. However, this caused 2 of the 3 restaurants to be closed and a temporary “restaurant “ was opened by the pool. The staff was amazing and the hotel was clean. However, the beach is a public beach which we didn’t realize. The beach itself was not real clean. There was even a homeless individual living in a tent at the one end of the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Urs

Travelled with partner

31 Jul 2024

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

The setting of the hotel as well as the garden with the koi pond were spectacular. Lots of options for good food within walking distance. The staff was very friendly and courteous. The pool was amazing. Loved it all.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hjalmer

Travelled with family

30 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Believe when a resort is under construction (pool area, front desk, other) it should be required to notify guest prior. When we checked in we couldnt hear the desk clerk due to the noise, the pool was a quarter closed due to construction. Realize it is an older resort that needs constant up keep but also it is my vacation dollars that keep it open.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Travelled with family

30 Jul 2024

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

Property is being renovated which limits full accesss. Otherwise, this is the second time my wife and I visited Royal Sonesta and it never disappoint. This time, I took my big family and they too liked the place. Definitely returning when all the construction is completed.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024