See all properties

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

On the beach, free beach cabanas, beach volleyball
View from room
Exterior
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
View from room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub

Explore the area

Map
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

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Preferred Ocean View)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Preferred Ocean View)

  • 463 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean View)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Ocean View)

  • 453 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pool View)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pool View)

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Garden View)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Garden View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 427 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront (One Bedroom Oceanfront)

View from room

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

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Pool View)

Room, 1 King Bed (Pool View) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Pool View)

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred Ocean View)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred Ocean View)

  • 463 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Garden View)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Garden View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (One Bedroom)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

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

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ocean View)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ocean View)

  • 453 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Pool

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

Pool
Spa
Kids pool
Waterslide
4.1 out of 5, Very Good, (1157)
The price is $315
per night
$413 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Lihue hotel walkable to 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.
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue features a full-service spa, 5 spa tubs, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge.

Business-related amenities consist of a business center and 11 meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 27758 square feet (2579 square meters) include conference space. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, spa services, and a terrace. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary to guests (available 24 hours). Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 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 (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

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • 5 spa tubs
  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Yoga classes

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
  • 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
  • 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

More

  • 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 movies
  • Smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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; 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

Pets not allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 644 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very accesible and family oriented environment.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Negar Dehghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with family
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

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family
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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Annabel De Leon

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

victor

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was an issue
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kory

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with partner
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

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024