Stay Kauai's guidebook

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Stay Kauai's guidebook

Sightseeing

Hanalei is awesome!! Lots to do including surfing, stand up paddling, kayaking, hiking, etc. In addition, there are restaurants such as the Dolphin, BarAcuda, Hanalei Gourmet & the Hanalei food trucks.
76 residents recomanen
Hanalei
76 residents recomanen
Hanalei is awesome!! Lots to do including surfing, stand up paddling, kayaking, hiking, etc. In addition, there are restaurants such as the Dolphin, BarAcuda, Hanalei Gourmet & the Hanalei food trucks.
Open 10:00am - 4:00pm Thursday - Saturday. Reservations required
169 residents recomanen
Far de Kilauea
3580 Kilauea Rd
169 residents recomanen
Open 10:00am - 4:00pm Thursday - Saturday. Reservations required
Great hike! Lots of shade. Fantastic views of the Eastside
32 residents recomanen
Sleeping Giant
32 residents recomanen
Great hike! Lots of shade. Fantastic views of the Eastside
Insane views, amazing hikes
105 residents recomanen
Mirador del Canyó de Waimea
105 residents recomanen
Insane views, amazing hikes
Great spot for summer months only -- nice hike, can be crowded
Queens Bath
Kapiolani Loop
Great spot for summer months only -- nice hike, can be crowded
Rent a bike or a bicycle built for two and cruise along the coast of Kapaa Town. Look for whales, stop at a shady pavilion for a picnic, or stop at one of the restaurants along this multi-use path. Great for walking and jogging too!
6 residents recomanen
Ke Ala Hele Makalae Path
Kauai Multiuse Path(Ke Ala Hele Makalae)
6 residents recomanen
Rent a bike or a bicycle built for two and cruise along the coast of Kapaa Town. Look for whales, stop at a shady pavilion for a picnic, or stop at one of the restaurants along this multi-use path. Great for walking and jogging too!
Absolutely stunning spot! It’s a long hike to the falls, but so worth it. Accessed by the Hanakapiai trail - summer months only! The trail is too slippery during the rainy months so please use caution!
Hanakapiai Falls
Kalalau Trail
Absolutely stunning spot! It’s a long hike to the falls, but so worth it. Accessed by the Hanakapiai trail - summer months only! The trail is too slippery during the rainy months so please use caution!
The most amazing thing you’ll do on Kaua’i! See dolphins, turtles, go snorkeling, and learn about the beautiful island. We recommend Capt Andy’s and Holo Holo Charters
69 residents recomanen
Parc Estatal Nā Pali Coast Wilderness
69 residents recomanen
The most amazing thing you’ll do on Kaua’i! See dolphins, turtles, go snorkeling, and learn about the beautiful island. We recommend Capt Andy’s and Holo Holo Charters
62 residents recomanen
Mirador de Kalalau
Kokee Road
62 residents recomanen
Also known as Stone Dam, this trail is a great way to get your steps in and take in stunning sights!
Wai Koa Loop Trail
2723 Kuhio Hwy
Also known as Stone Dam, this trail is a great way to get your steps in and take in stunning sights!

Food scene

BarAcuda has a cool ambiance, really nothing like it on the island. The food is consistently good and the staff is fun. City life in Hanalei :)
132 residents recomanen
Bar Acuda
5-5161 Kuhio Hwy
132 residents recomanen
BarAcuda has a cool ambiance, really nothing like it on the island. The food is consistently good and the staff is fun. City life in Hanalei :)
Love this place! Super yummy bites - open for lunch only and closed Tuesday/Wednesday
18 residents recomanen
Fresh Bite Kauai
5100 Kuhio Hwy
18 residents recomanen
Love this place! Super yummy bites - open for lunch only and closed Tuesday/Wednesday
Great spot for morning coffee and freshly baked bread!
38 residents recomanen
Hanalei Bread Company
5-5161 Kuhio Hwy
38 residents recomanen
Great spot for morning coffee and freshly baked bread!
Great local spot for sushi :) Casual, picnic table seating
24 residents recomanen
Sushi Girl Kauai
2484 Keneke St
24 residents recomanen
Great local spot for sushi :) Casual, picnic table seating
LOVE!! My favorite juice bar on island. Closed on Sundays.
9 residents recomanen
Akamai Juice Company
5-5134 Kuhio Hwy
9 residents recomanen
LOVE!! My favorite juice bar on island. Closed on Sundays.
Great place for coffee and breakfast or lunch. If you're at Kai Bar, please stop by our office to say Hi. Stay Kauai is located 4 doors down.
12 residents recomanen
Java Kai Bar Coffee Roasters - Kīlauea
2555 Ala Namahana Parkway
12 residents recomanen
Great place for coffee and breakfast or lunch. If you're at Kai Bar, please stop by our office to say Hi. Stay Kauai is located 4 doors down.
Amazing acai bowls, frozen yogurt, breakfast and coffee!
16 residents recomanen
The Spot North Shore Kauai
5-4280 Kuhio Hwy
16 residents recomanen
Amazing acai bowls, frozen yogurt, breakfast and coffee!
Incredible filled malasadas (Portuguese donuts) on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 7 am-noon
12 residents recomanen
Passion Bakery Cafe
4-356 Kuhio Hwy
12 residents recomanen
Incredible filled malasadas (Portuguese donuts) on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 7 am-noon
Recently changed to Wake Up Delicious in Hanalei - great breakfast spot!
14 residents recomanen
Trucking Delicious
Aku Road
14 residents recomanen
Recently changed to Wake Up Delicious in Hanalei - great breakfast spot!
Great option for takeout or sit down breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fresh poke, baked goods and other grab-and-go meals. Good spot to grab groceries too!
Kilauea Market + Cafe
Great option for takeout or sit down breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fresh poke, baked goods and other grab-and-go meals. Good spot to grab groceries too!
Kilauea Bakery & Pau Hana Pizza has some of the best pastries on the island. This small business is a local favorite for good reason! Great coffee, bagels, pizza, salads, soup and sandwiches.
65 residents recomanen
Kilauea Art Night
2484 Keneke St
65 residents recomanen
Kilauea Bakery & Pau Hana Pizza has some of the best pastries on the island. This small business is a local favorite for good reason! Great coffee, bagels, pizza, salads, soup and sandwiches.
Amazing breakfast! Friendly staff and yummy food
47 residents recomanen
Kalaheo Cafe & Coffee Company
2-2560 Kaumualii Hwy
47 residents recomanen
Amazing breakfast! Friendly staff and yummy food
Great spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner on the South side
6 residents recomanen
Kiawe Roots
2-3687 Ala Kalanikaumaka St
6 residents recomanen
Great spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner on the South side
Yummy options for breakfast, lunch and dinner outside. Also a cute little market with fresh produce and groceries
15 residents recomanen
Living Foods Market
2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St
15 residents recomanen
Yummy options for breakfast, lunch and dinner outside. Also a cute little market with fresh produce and groceries
Their sushi burritos are delicious! There are four locations on island - Kilauea, Kapa’a, Lihue and Koloa
Kenji Burger Kapaa
Their sushi burritos are delicious! There are four locations on island - Kilauea, Kapa’a, Lihue and Koloa
Some of the best musubis on the island! If you love musubi as much as locals do, or just want to see what the hype is about, check this place out!
The Musubi Truck
Some of the best musubis on the island! If you love musubi as much as locals do, or just want to see what the hype is about, check this place out!
Great grab-and-go option for poke, fried chicken, and other local favorites
27 residents recomanen
Mercat Pono
4-1300 Kuhio Hwy
27 residents recomanen
Great grab-and-go option for poke, fried chicken, and other local favorites
Their plate lunches are so good! Highly recommend for trying local food
Leong's Meat House
Their plate lunches are so good! Highly recommend for trying local food
Great seafood and classic American food with an island twist
10 residents recomanen
Wrangler's Steakhouse
9852 Kaumualii Hwy
10 residents recomanen
Great seafood and classic American food with an island twist
Amazing sushi and Thai food!!
Big Monster Sushi & Thai
Amazing sushi and Thai food!!
One of our favorite pizza places on the island. Highly recommend!
Koloa Pizza Kitchen + Bar
One of our favorite pizza places on the island. Highly recommend!
Beautiful oceanfront restaurant - great for meat and seafood lovers
28 residents recomanen
Bull Shed Restaurant
4-796 Kuhio Hwy
28 residents recomanen
Beautiful oceanfront restaurant - great for meat and seafood lovers
Some of the best burritos on the island. They’re HUGE!!
49 residents recomanen
Da Crack
2827 Poipu Rd
49 residents recomanen
Some of the best burritos on the island. They’re HUGE!!
Located in the back of the market next to Da Crack - some of the best acai bowls on the island!
7 residents recomanen
'Anakē's Juice Bar
2827 Poipu Rd
7 residents recomanen
Located in the back of the market next to Da Crack - some of the best acai bowls on the island!
Great ramen and ambiance. Reserve your table early as they book up quickly!
37 residents recomanen
AMA Restaurant
5-5161 Kuhio Hwy
37 residents recomanen
Great ramen and ambiance. Reserve your table early as they book up quickly!
Fantastic sushi, pupus, and ambiance! One of our favorite Hanalei restaurants
The Hanalei Dolphin Restaurant
Fantastic sushi, pupus, and ambiance! One of our favorite Hanalei restaurants
Delicious sushi and Japanese food - more affordable than most places on the island
40 residents recomanen
Kintaro Japanese Restaurant
4-370 Kuhio Hwy
40 residents recomanen
Delicious sushi and Japanese food - more affordable than most places on the island
A higher-end restaurant at the Grand Hyatt Resort. Great sushi and cocktails!
18 residents recomanen
Stevenson's Library
1571 Poipu Rd
18 residents recomanen
A higher-end restaurant at the Grand Hyatt Resort. Great sushi and cocktails!
Oceanfront restaurant with great food and fun vibes!
171 residents recomanen
Lava Lava Beach Club
69-1081 Ku'uali'i Pl
171 residents recomanen
Oceanfront restaurant with great food and fun vibes!
Another high-end restaurant at the Grand Hyatt Resort. Delicious seafood and super nice ambiance
16 residents recomanen
Tidepools - Grand Hyatt Kauai
1571 Poipu Rd
16 residents recomanen
Another high-end restaurant at the Grand Hyatt Resort. Delicious seafood and super nice ambiance
Such a great spot to have dinner at sunset! The food is great and the staff is friendly!
6 residents recomanen
Hualani's Restaurant
3770 Ala Oli St
6 residents recomanen
Such a great spot to have dinner at sunset! The food is great and the staff is friendly!
One of the most beautiful spots to have breakfast or dinner. Located in the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay. Breakfast buffet has delicious options!
1 Kitchen
One of the most beautiful spots to have breakfast or dinner. Located in the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay. Breakfast buffet has delicious options!
Another restaurant at the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay. Sushi, cocktails and pupus. On the expensive side, but fantastic ambiance!
Welina Terrace
Another restaurant at the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay. Sushi, cocktails and pupus. On the expensive side, but fantastic ambiance!
Some of the best boba drinks on the island. Grocery options and quick meals also!
6 residents recomanen
Island Country Market At Coconut Market Place
4-484 Kuhio Hwy
6 residents recomanen
Some of the best boba drinks on the island. Grocery options and quick meals also!
Amazing food, cocktails, and great vibes!
Avalon Gastropub
2555 Kuhio Hwy
Amazing food, cocktails, and great vibes!
Amazing Thai food! The Thai tea is so refreshing and tasty and the food is so yummy!
14 residents recomanen
Lotus Garden Chinese & Thai Cuisine
54280 Kuhio Hwy
14 residents recomanen
Amazing Thai food! The Thai tea is so refreshing and tasty and the food is so yummy!
Some of our favorite acai bowls! Great shave ice too with lots of organic, real fruit syrups
21 residents recomanen
Wishing Well Shave Ice
5-5080 Kuhio Hwy
21 residents recomanen
Some of our favorite acai bowls! Great shave ice too with lots of organic, real fruit syrups
Amazing pupus and cocktails!
Fish Bar Deli
Amazing pupus and cocktails!
Great surf & turf options and beautiful sunset lookout for dinner!
16 residents recomanen
Duke's Kauai
3610 Rice St
16 residents recomanen
Great surf & turf options and beautiful sunset lookout for dinner!
Amazing bagels and coffee!
Rainbeau Jo's
Amazing bagels and coffee!

Grocery/Farmer’s Market

One of our favorite places for healthy/natural groceries. Always has organic and fresh produce!
66 residents recomanen
Papaya's Natural Foods
4-901 Kuhio Hwy
66 residents recomanen
One of our favorite places for healthy/natural groceries. Always has organic and fresh produce!
Another one of our favorite places for healthy/natural groceries. Friendly workers and great organic options
40 residents recomanen
Hoku Foods Natural Market
4585 Lehua St
40 residents recomanen
Another one of our favorite places for healthy/natural groceries. Friendly workers and great organic options
One of the best places to get organic and natural foods on the North Shore. Has a great juice bar!
51 residents recomanen
Healthy Hut Market & Cafe
4280 Hookui Rd
51 residents recomanen
One of the best places to get organic and natural foods on the North Shore. Has a great juice bar!
Good grocery options, fresh poke, and takeout or sit down food
Kilauea Market + Cafe
Good grocery options, fresh poke, and takeout or sit down food
Should have everything you’ll need during your stay. The largest market on the north shore with natural, organic and traditional options
Foodland Princeville
Should have everything you’ll need during your stay. The largest market on the north shore with natural, organic and traditional options
Great natural foods market on the South Side!
15 residents recomanen
Living Foods Market
2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St
15 residents recomanen
Great natural foods market on the South Side!
Convenient spot for grocery options and quick food
6 residents recomanen
Island Country Market At Coconut Market Place
4-484 Kuhio Hwy
6 residents recomanen
Convenient spot for grocery options and quick food
So many amazing vendors sell here! Baked goods, produce, and other goodies!
11 residents recomanen
Anania Hou Farmers Market
Kuhio Highway
11 residents recomanen
So many amazing vendors sell here! Baked goods, produce, and other goodies!
Another great Farmer’s Market option!
7 residents recomanen
Waipa Farmers Market
55785A Kuhio Hwy
7 residents recomanen
Another great Farmer’s Market option!
Cute little market with everything you need + acai bowls & smoothies!
Lawai Market
3586 Koloa Rd
Cute little market with everything you need + acai bowls & smoothies!
Great farmers market for those staying in Hanalei! Walking distance from houses on Weke rd
19 residents recomanen
Hale Halawai’s Farmer’s Market/Cultural Festival
5299C Kuhio Hwy
19 residents recomanen
Great farmers market for those staying in Hanalei! Walking distance from houses on Weke rd

Beaches

AMAZING views!! Great hike! Permits for parking and/or hiking in Haena State Park are available online
10 residents recomanen
Hanakāpī‘ai Beach
10 residents recomanen
AMAZING views!! Great hike! Permits for parking and/or hiking in Haena State Park are available online
Must see!! Great snorkeling spot during the summer months
61 residents recomanen
Tunnels Beach
61 residents recomanen
Must see!! Great snorkeling spot during the summer months
Super amazing views - can have dangerous surf during the winter months so PLEASE be careful!
40 residents recomanen
Kauapea Beach
40 residents recomanen
Super amazing views - can have dangerous surf during the winter months so PLEASE be careful!
One of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Go early for parking at the pier!!
172 residents recomanen
Hanalei Bay
172 residents recomanen
One of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Go early for parking at the pier!!
Turtles and monk seals often sleep on the shores here. Just please do not approach or touch them! It is illegal to be within 50 feet Hawaiian monk seals, a federal offense to touch them, and it is illegal to touch green sea turtles. Just enjoy them from a distance :)
118 residents recomanen
Poipu Beach
118 residents recomanen
Turtles and monk seals often sleep on the shores here. Just please do not approach or touch them! It is illegal to be within 50 feet Hawaiian monk seals, a federal offense to touch them, and it is illegal to touch green sea turtles. Just enjoy them from a distance :)
Great for snorkeling. You’ll need reservations for Haena State Park to access this spot. Please be mindful of the reef and marine life!
92 residents recomanen
Ke'e Beach
92 residents recomanen
Great for snorkeling. You’ll need reservations for Haena State Park to access this spot. Please be mindful of the reef and marine life!
Spectacular place to spend the day or camp. The sunset is unreal here! Purchase permits online. Please be mindful of other campers and locals and please clean up before you leave
46 residents recomanen
Parc estatal de Polihale
Lower Saki Mana Road
46 residents recomanen
Spectacular place to spend the day or camp. The sunset is unreal here! Purchase permits online. Please be mindful of other campers and locals and please clean up before you leave
Awesome little spot to snorkel! Calm and relaxing beach with pavilions, trees and lots of fish to see
175 residents recomanen
Anini Beach
175 residents recomanen
Awesome little spot to snorkel! Calm and relaxing beach with pavilions, trees and lots of fish to see
Beautiful little beach that meets the Kalihiwai river! Great for bonfires and all-day beach days
19 residents recomanen
Kalihiwai Beach
19 residents recomanen
Beautiful little beach that meets the Kalihiwai river! Great for bonfires and all-day beach days
Nice little bay for a relaxing day in the sun. Just be careful of the Portuguese Man o’ War during windy/high tide days (similar to jellyfish - they’ll sting!)
Moloa'a Beach
Nice little bay for a relaxing day in the sun. Just be careful of the Portuguese Man o’ War during windy/high tide days (similar to jellyfish - they’ll sting!)
Beautiful South Side beach next to a resort. Amazing sunsets and great spot to swim
Waiohai Beach
Beautiful South Side beach next to a resort. Amazing sunsets and great spot to swim
Beautiful spot to camp or just chill for the day!
Salt Pond Park Campground
Salt Pond Road
Beautiful spot to camp or just chill for the day!
Great spot for sunbathing! The waves can get rough/big, so swim with caution
47 residents recomanen
Shipwreck Beach
47 residents recomanen
Great spot for sunbathing! The waves can get rough/big, so swim with caution

Activities

Our favorite Na Pali Coast tour company! They offer early morning and sunset tours that include lunch/dinner, drinks, snorkeling, and incredible sights
29 residents recomanen
Capt Andy's
4353 Waialo Rd
29 residents recomanen
Our favorite Na Pali Coast tour company! They offer early morning and sunset tours that include lunch/dinner, drinks, snorkeling, and incredible sights
So fun for an adventurous day!
37 residents recomanen
Aventures a l'interior de Kauai
3-4131 Kuhio Hwy
37 residents recomanen
So fun for an adventurous day!
Another amazing option for Na Pali Coast tours!!
14 residents recomanen
Holo Holo Charters
4353 Waialo Rd
14 residents recomanen
Another amazing option for Na Pali Coast tours!!
Perfect for those looking for something fun, adventurous, and wild - and who don’t mind getting dirty!
20 residents recomanen
Kauai ATV
3477A Weliweli Rd
20 residents recomanen
Perfect for those looking for something fun, adventurous, and wild - and who don’t mind getting dirty!
The perfect activity for horse lovers. Ride horses on a beautiful Kauai beach!
6 residents recomanen
CJM Country Stables
6 residents recomanen
The perfect activity for horse lovers. Ride horses on a beautiful Kauai beach!
Rent a kayak and go straight to the Hanalei river. So peaceful with lush greenery, and a great workout!
6 residents recomanen
Kayak Hanalei
Kuhio Highway
6 residents recomanen
Rent a kayak and go straight to the Hanalei river. So peaceful with lush greenery, and a great workout!
Awesome way to see the Wailua river and Secret Falls!
6 residents recomanen
Kayak Kaua'i
3 Kuhio Hwy
6 residents recomanen
Awesome way to see the Wailua river and Secret Falls!
Rent surfboards and/or take surf lessons. Great for beginners or anyone looking to have a fun time!
Hawaiian Surfing Adventures
5-5134 Kuhio Hwy
Rent surfboards and/or take surf lessons. Great for beginners or anyone looking to have a fun time!
Such a fun option to learn how to surf! Friendly and fun instructors who will get you standing on a wave in no time
East Side Surfing School Kauai
Such a fun option to learn how to surf! Friendly and fun instructors who will get you standing on a wave in no time
A beautiful, large course that is great for beginners or experts!
15 residents recomanen
Wailua Golf Course
3-5350 Kuhio Hwy
15 residents recomanen
A beautiful, large course that is great for beginners or experts!
A higher-end course that is best for intermediate and expert golfers
19 residents recomanen
Kiahuna Golf Club
2545 Kiahuna Plantation Dr
19 residents recomanen
A higher-end course that is best for intermediate and expert golfers
Such a stunning course! Beginner, intermediate and expert friendly. On the more expensive side, but totally worth it!
23 residents recomanen
Princeville Makai Golf Club
4080 Lei O Papa Rd
23 residents recomanen
Such a stunning course! Beginner, intermediate and expert friendly. On the more expensive side, but totally worth it!
So fun for a family day! Learn about plants and animals of Hawai’i while trying to get that hole in 1!
77 residents recomanen
Kauai Mini Golf & Botanical Gardens
5-2723 Kuhio Highway
77 residents recomanen
So fun for a family day! Learn about plants and animals of Hawai’i while trying to get that hole in 1!
A beautiful and authentic luau. Learn about the sacred culture of Hawai’i by watching beautiful hula and trying delicious, authentic Hawaiian food.
61 residents recomanen
Smith Family Garden Luau
3-5971 Kuhio Hwy
61 residents recomanen
A beautiful and authentic luau. Learn about the sacred culture of Hawai’i by watching beautiful hula and trying delicious, authentic Hawaiian food.
Plan a spa day at the amazing Bamford spa!
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
Plan a spa day at the amazing Bamford spa!
Purchase a day pass and spend the day at the amazing pools or treat yourself to a day at the Anara Spa
20 residents recomanen
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort And Spa
1571 Poipu Rd
20 residents recomanen
Purchase a day pass and spend the day at the amazing pools or treat yourself to a day at the Anara Spa

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Rent a car!

You’ll definitely need a car to enjoy the island to the fullest. Try Turo for more affordable options!
Fes la reserva abans de marxar

Na Pali Coast boat tour

Highly recommend booking a boat tour before your vacation as they can sell out!
Fes la reserva abans de marxar

Dinner reservations

Try to book dinner reservations for the high-demand spots such as Bar Acuda, AMA, Hukilau Lanai, Duke’s, and Bull Shed before your vacation (they can book up weeks in advance!)
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Pack for outdoor activities and warm & rainy weather

We recommend bringing warm-weather clothes as well as a rain jacket and waterproof/resistant shoes. Bring sunglasses, hats, shoes for outdoor activities, flip flops, and swimwear of course!
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Renting baby gear

Some of our homes have pack n plays, but we do not have other baby gear. Should you need a high chair, a crib, or other items, Babylicious rents everything you’ll need!
Costums i cultura

Please do not disturb any wildlife

We know how beautiful the wildlife is throughout the islands, but please be sure to enjoy them from a distance. Do not approach or touch any wildlife as you may harm them or yourself (it’s also against the law!)
Costums i cultura

Please buy sunscreen on the island

Hawaii recently banned the sale of sunscreens with chemicals that are not reef-safe (oxybenzone and octinoxate) so please be sure to only bring reef-safe sunscreen or purchase sunscreen once you’re on island!
Costums i cultura

Be mindful when snorkeling/swimming

Please be sure not to step on any coral or reefs while snorkeling or swimming as this can significantly damage the marine ecosystems!