The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

On the beach, free beach cabanas, beach volleyball

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

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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Kids pool

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for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 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-per-view films and Netflix. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, 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 a weekly basis. 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 Nawiliwili Bay. 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 aromatherapy, body treatments or manicures and pedicures 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 helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
Just a 5-minute walk from Kalapaki Beach and 8 minutes on foot from Nawiliwili Bay
Free airport shuttle service

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue offers its guests a full-service spa, 5 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness centre. 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.

Business amenities include a business centre and 11 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 27758 square feet (2579 square metres) 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 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, 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 specialises in American cuisine and only serves breakfast. Open daily.

Duke's Kauai – This beachfront restaurant specialises 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 specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Languages

English, Japanese

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)
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

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 centre
Computer station

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Free beach cabanas
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
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

10 floors
2 buildings
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1986
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 films
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

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.

Cots (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 centre/computer access
Fitness centre 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: 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 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 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 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.

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Travelled with family

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Very accesible and family oriented environment.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

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

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