The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.2
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is next to Kalapaki Bay and the 18-hole Kauai Lagoons Golf Club. The hotel offers 4 restaurants and a full-service spa. Guest rooms include a TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator. The rooms provide a view of the ocean or the hotel's gardens. Select rooms offer a balcony. Guests can enjoy the hot tub or the well-equipped fitness center. A full-service business center is also available. Kukui's on Kalapaki Beach that serves international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Live music is available on Friday and Saturday nights. Guests can also enjoy fresh seafood and ocean views at the casual Duke's restaurant. Please be informed that the property has recently renovated rooms.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Beachfront
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • 4 restaurants
  • Bar
Sonesta Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

American

  • Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

  • Fitness center

  • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Spa and wellness center

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Julia
United States United States
“Beautiful room. We were upgraded for an even better view.”
Krystle
United States United States
“Everything. Beach access. Cleanliness. Staff. Beautiful interior and exterior. Food options”
Lani
United States United States
“The room and the bathroom are spacious. Good working A/C.”
Phrystal
United States United States
“Our server Gayleen was excellent and very helpful with the kama’aina discount. She kept checking to make sure we had everything we needed. Loved the outside atmosphere.”
Michael
United States United States
“The service was exceptional. The staff was friendly. The food was top-notch.”
Yaroslav
United States United States
“Great territory with great facilities. Great location and wonderful views. Newly remodeled and clean. Feels pretty serene despite the scale of the hotel and nearby airport”
Sheila
United States United States
“The breakfast we had in the little cafe, sorry, can't remember its name, was excellent. We were exhausted from the night before and waned something tasty and lots of coffee and time. We were given as much of both as we wanted.”
Hyun
United States United States
“I stayed at this hotel years ago, before it was a Royal Sonesta, so I had fond memories. I'm happy to share that it continues to be an excellent hotel. In particular the pool is exceptional, most especially because we arrived after a storm so the...”
Ashley
United States United States
“It was stunning! Very well kept and fantastic service and location!”
Bambie
United States United States
“Absolutely beautiful. Perfect location. It was a dream. Everyone was so kind and welcoming.”

Area info

Restaurants

4 Restaurants On Site
Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
Aupaka Terrace
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Breakfast
Dukes Kauai
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
Cafe Portofino
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Open for
    Dinner

Resort facilities at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • Beachfront
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • 4 restaurants
  • Bar

House rules

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per child, per night
Crib always available
Free
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Resort Fee includes:

-24/7 access to state-of-the-art fitness center

-Basic Wi-Fi for unlimited devices

-In-room tea/coffee offering

-Airport shuttle Services

-Fitness and Cultural Classes

-10% off pool hut sunglasses (excluding Maui Jim)

-Purified Water Stations

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

License number: W89793163-01

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