Royal Sonesta Kauai
Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii
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About the Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort embodies the essence of paradise on the enchanting island of Kauai, Hawaii. Nestled along the serene shores of Poipu Beach, this luxurious resort offers guests a haven of relaxation and adventure amidst the island's lush tropical landscapes and azure waters. Each accommodation at the Royal Sonesta Kauai is elegantly appointed, blending contemporary comforts with Hawaiian-inspired décor. Many rooms and suites boast private lanais that overlook either the ocean or the resort's meticulously landscaped gardens, providing a peaceful retreat with breathtaking views. The resort's amenities cater to every desire for both relaxation and exploration. Guests can bask in the Hawaiian sun by the resort's expansive swimming pools, complete with cascading waterfalls and swim-up bars for tropical refreshments. For those seeking rejuvenation, the onsite spa offers a variety of treatments that incorporate indigenous Hawaiian ingredients and healing traditions. Adventurous spirits can partake in a range of activities, from snorkeling in crystal-clear waters to exploring nearby hiking trails that lead to dramatic coastal vistas and hidden waterfalls.
Location
Royal Sonesta Kauai
3610 Rice St
Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii
96766
Nearest Airport: LIH
Features and Amenities
- Dining
- Outdoor Dining
- Pool Bar
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Bar & Lounge
- Bar & Restaurant
- On-Site Amenities
- Concierge
- Pool
- Spa on Property
- Spa Services
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Room
- WiFi
- Terrace
- Outdoor Pool
- Laundry Facilities
- Outdoor Pools
- Sun Deck
- In-Room Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Flat-Screen Televisions
- Business
- Meeting Rooms
- Conference Facilities
- Family
- Children's Programs
- Nearby
- Beach
- Interests
- Signature Perks
Reviews for Royal Sonesta Kauai
First trip to Hawaii did not disappoint
Beautiful location, amazing location and beach. Amenities were fantastic. My only complaint was the food and more specifically the drink prices, which were crazy.
Jessica M - Sarnia, Canada
JUST AVERAGE
Extremely average hotel. Pro’s : beautiful pool and close to airport. More con’s : Very strange, outdated hotel. When looking at it from the pool, I felt like I was in a hotel from 25 years ago. Strange Italian-ish gaudy decor throughout. Food very average and extremely over priced. Rooms were just OK. Hard to get service at pool , every other day housekeeping. Also, needed to have nice benches around the beach area in the grass. There were beat up lawn chairs that looked awful
Amy T
Gorgeous property!
Beautiful property with great dining options. We loved Portofinos! Staff was very attentive with waitresses walking around poolside to take drink and lunch orders. The cove on which property is situated is picturesque. Pricey but well worth it.
burnsc2003
The Royal Sonesta Hotel Is Lihue’s Best Hotel
We are 50+ year Marriott Ambassadors. The Royal Sonesta acquired the hotel from Marriott and Marriott still has the adjoining time shares. We are staying in the time shares portion and were concerned that the “Marriott ethic” we are used to might be compromised in the hotel area which controls the food, beverage and pool. We are no longer worried! The Sonesta staff and facilities are still great and the “partnership” is seamless. Aloha!
ARTHUR O
overpriced for what you get :( if you stay here stick to the basic reviews the upgrades aren’t worth it!
Not a 4 star hotel but any measure but a decent stay. I would recommend paying a little more for a better stay if you want a luxury experience. Pros: nice pool, several hydrotherapy pools, tons of chairs, decent rooms, beach front access, staff seemed friendly Cons: older rooms (including updated rooms like Ocean View rooms), lack of communication about daily hotel activities, room service is expensive and selection is limited, beach towels are incredibly thin (like a paper towel is better quality
Meme C
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