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8.3

328 reviews

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

3610 Rice Street, Lihue (Kauai, Hawaii), HI 96766, United States

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Business center

Fitness center

Free shuttle

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

Welcome to The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort, where Hawaiian paradise meets luxurious comfort! Nestled just 3 kilometers from the center of Lihue, this 5-star resort is the perfect getaway for families and couples alike. With rooms starting at $430, treat yourself to a slice of island life at 3610 Rice Street. Feel the ocean breeze as you relax on the beach, or lounge by the stunning outdoor swimming pool—your personal oasis awaits!

The resort offers an exciting blend of relaxation and adventure! Dive into the crystal-clear waters with snorkeling (for an extra charge), or take advantage of the on-site water sports facilities for some thrilling fun. For those looking to unwind, indulge in our Spa/Wellness packages, or enjoy a soothing massage. Don’t forget to explore the delightful dining options at the on-site restaurant, perfect for satisfying your cravings after a day of activity. Plus, the children have their own haven with a kids' pool and specially designed meals!

With rave reviews from 328 guests, it’s clear that comfort and fun are at the heart of this bustling resort. Enjoy a plethora of amenities including a fitness center, free airport shuttle, and even a business center for those needing to mix a little work with pleasure. With a friendly 24-hour front desk, your every need is catered to, ensuring that your stay at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort is as memorable as it is relaxing. Book your tropical adventure today!

At The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort, each meal becomes a festive celebration of flavors! Dive into a culinary experience at Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach, where flavors from around the globe are served up in a family-friendly, modern, and romantic setting. Next, indulge at Aupaka Terrace or Duke’s Kauai, both offering hearty American fare to satisfy your taste buds. Craving something a little different? Head over to Cafe Portofino for some flavorful Italian dishes that will transport you right to the shores of Italy without ever leaving Hawaii! Your dining adventure awaits, and every bite brings you closer to paradise.

Let the fun under the sun continue as you slip and slide into our inviting outdoor pool, complete with a stunning view that makes relaxation inevitable. Whether you’re soaking up the rays or splashing about with the kids, this is the ultimate spot to unwind while sipping on your favorite tropical drinks. Don’t forget about the shallow end, perfect for little ones to frolic safely while you lounge in indulgent multitasking mode: Burn off those calories from dinner with a leisurely swim, or simply soak up the stunning island views!

With so much to explore and discover around the resort, don’t miss out on the Hawaiian adventures that await just beyond the gates! Embark on snorkeling excursions, go paddleboarding, or discover wooded hiking trails that lead to breathtaking vistas. Whether you’re eager for action or simply seeking solitude on the beach, there’s no shortage of options to create your unforgettable island memories. In the evenings, unwind with friends or loved ones over a game night, share stories at sunset, or catch a local performance—the magic of Kauai is all around you. Come join us at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort—your adventure in paradise starts here!

Closest airports

Lihue Airport

1.2mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Business center

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Free Airport Shuttle

Beach

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

Deluxe Two Queens - Ground Floor Lanai in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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Deluxe Lanai, 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

420 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Welcome to our Deluxe Two Queens room on the ground floor, perfect for families with 4 adults and 3 children. With a spacious 420 sqft, this non-smoking room features two comfortable queen size beds, a refreshing balcony, a convenient refrigerator, a tea/coffee maker, and a safe for your valuables.

Ocean View King  in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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King Room, Ocean View

1 King Size Bed

420 sqft

Balcony

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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This thoughtfully appointed deluxe room with a balcony and ocean view features refined decor, custom hardwood finishes, and fine furnishings, including a king bed with pillow-top mattress and plush bedding, sofa bed, armchair, bench seat, dining table and chair, and work desk with chair. Amenities include walk-in shower, plush towels, Keurig coffee maker, laptop-size safe, clothing steamer, complimentary Wi-Fi, and flat-screen television.

Ocean View Two Queens in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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Room - 2 Queen, Ocean View

2 Queen Size Beds

420 sqft

Balcony

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Enjoy stunning ocean views from this spacious and smoke-free Quadruple room, spanning 420 sqft. With two comfortable Queen size beds and accommodation for up to 4 adults and 3 children, this room is perfect for families. Relax on the balcony, make use of the refrigerator and tea/coffee maker, and rest easy with the added amenities of a telephone and safe.

Pool View Two Queens in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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Room - 2 Queen, Pool View

2 Queen Size Beds

420 sqft

Balcony

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The quadruple room provides a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a balcony. The unit offers 2 beds.

Garden View King  in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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King Room, Garden View

1 King Size Bed

420 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Experience the ultimate comfort and relaxation in our Garden View King room, a spacious quadruple room that can accommodate 4 adults and 3 children. Enjoy the stunning views, luxurious amenities, and impeccable service in this 420 sqft oasis.

Pool View King in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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King Room, Pool View

1 King Size Bed

420 sqft

Balcony

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Experience the ultimate luxury in our Pool View King room, offering 420 sqft of space and stunning views. Perfectly suited for up to 4 adults and 3 children, this room features a private bathroom, balcony, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, air conditioning, and more.

Garden View Two Queens in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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Room - 2 Queen, Garden View

2 Queen Size Beds

420 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Enjoy a spacious 420 sqft garden view room with two comfortable queen size beds that can accommodate 4 adults and 3 children. Indulge in the amenities of a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, air conditioning, and more for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

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Deluxe Lanai, King, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

425 sqft

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe King-Ground Floor Lanai in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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Deluxe Lanai, King

1 King Size Bed

420 sqft

Balcony

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Welcome to our Deluxe King-Ground Floor Lanai, an inviting and spacious double room boasting 420 sqft of comfort. Relax on your private balcony, enjoy easy access to the outdoors, and indulge in the convenience of a refrigerator, tea/coffee maker, and a safe for your belongings.

One-Bedroom King Suite Oceanfront in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Oceanfront

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

505 sqft

Balcony

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Suite Ocean Front

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Room - 1 King

425 sqft

Balcony

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The spacious double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed.

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King/2 Queen Room, Pool View

1 King Size Bed

2 Queen Size Beds

1 Sofa Bed

410 sqft

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Pool View is 409 square feet and includes either a king-size bed 150-183 width or 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width plus a sofa bed.

Guest reviews

8.3

328 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Featured reviews:

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Michelle

8.2

June 2022

This was the perfect location for our active family. We loved the beautiful pool located on the property and beach access. Beach Boy rentals had boards to rent and the kids had a blast. We were also easily able to drive to areas to the North and South to explore during our stay. The newly remodeled room was very clean. The elevator was always available with minimum waiting. The food was good, but was pricey. Dukes is nearby, but there is also a small shopping center a short (.2 mile) walk from the resort with several restaurants and an ice cream shop. We happened to have amazing help at check-in and check-out. Parking is expensive, but we sort of went into this as a splurge for our family, so the convenience of having a rental car on property was worth it for us. You could certainly take the shuttle from the airport and stay on property without ever really needing to leave if you wanted.

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Robert

9.1

September 2022

beautiful location, staff was terrific and helpful, pool was awesome and the beach was great

absolutely nothing

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Janell

10

June 2022

We loved the local restaurants within walking distance. The grounds were beautiful and pools pristine.

Alacarte breakfast was very expensive and the wait excessive.

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Pamela

9.1

June 2022

We loved the free shuttle service to/from the airport. Loved the quality of food offered. The bed/pillows were wonderful. The resort looked magical at night when we arrived.

Wish the vending machines had been filled. We were dying of thirst after a long day of travel and didn’t think to order extra drinks with our room service. We arrived just before room service cut off. By the time we were done eating and still thirsty it was too late. We ended up having to rinse our soda cans out in the bathroom and fill them with water and placed in the fridge to get cold. My son tried three different floors for the vending machine drinks to no avail. Also the bathroom was very warm. Bathroom exhaust fans or small ceiling fans would be nice in there.

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Hall

8.2

April 2022

Too expensive

The staff were hot and cold. In general they were rather surly in comparison with Maui and Honolulu. The pool and location are very nice, as is the gym. Food choices in the hotel are very limited. The main restaurant was closed during our entire 8 day stay. Our room was newly renovated and very nice. One has to ask the question if Hawaii, in general, is worth the serious extra cost in comparison to nearly anywhere else. We paid over $400 per day without breakfast. Other hotels are more….

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Sandra

8.2

March 2022

The beach, the location, the great pool, the room was lovely, friendly staff

If there is anything I would complain about, it’s a few points about the bathroom. - There is a complete lack of shelving/alcove etc in the shower area. You have to put all your shower toiletries on the floor, particularly not ideal if you’re older and had trouble bending over. - The toilet really needs a door to separate it from the rest of the bathroom area, for obvious reasons. - The bathroom door is really heavy and hard to push open and closed. A child could hurt their fingers if caught between the door and frame due to the weight of the door.

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Jason

9.1

August 2023

We landed on this property after landing in Hawaii to find out beautiful Maui was on fire and we couldn’t travel there for our 10 anniversary as planned (we were married there). Staying here proved to be the best choice we made. Beautiful in every sense. Pool is amazing as are the staff! Rooms are super comfy and well appointed. Right on the beach as well if you prefer. Breakfast is great if you get the breakfast package. Close to the airport (free shuttle) yet you wouldn’t know it. Super quiet. We’ll be back for sure!

Only that we couldn’t stay longer !

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Janie

10

September 2023

The food was wonderful... the view from the balcony was amazing, the pool and the grounds were absolutely beautiful, poolside service was awesome, the staff were super helpful, the room was clean, the shower was deluxe, and the bed was just right... really really impressed with my vacation here, would highly recommend this hotel! I hated to go home...

The shower water was a bit hot at times but I think that's just the weather's fault. Other than that my stay was pretty much perfect!

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Wyatt

9.1

April 2022

Food was great! I was not prepared for the expense of eating at the property.

I did not like hearing the neighbors being romantic. I had to explain to my young children why they heard a woman moaning. Really the only bad part was we could hear everyone getting on and off the elevator and walking down the hallway. Room could have been more sound proof.

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Dave

8.2

January 2023

Close to airport but no airport noise. great location

property is a bit outdated.

Points of Interest Around The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

Airports

Lihue Airport

1.2mi

Restaurants

Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach

Cuisines

  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Aupaka Terrace

Cuisines

  • American

Dukes Kauai

Cuisines

  • American

Cafe Portofino

Cuisines

  • Italian

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Shallow end
  • With view

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

Spa/Wellness packages

Restaurant

Beachfront

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Business center

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Free Airport Shuttle

Beach

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue?

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue permits check-ins after 04:00 PM and expects check-outs to be completed by 12:00 PM.

Does The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue offer complimentary parking?

Yes, there is convenient and private parking available on site at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue. Guests can park their vehicles without the need for any prior reservation. The cost of parking is $40 per day.

What are the rates at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue?

Starting prices for The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue are around $430. This may vary based on room categories and travel dates. To confirm rates, please provide your stay dates.

What types of rooms does The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue offer?

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue offers various room types including Ocean View Two Queens, Garden View King, Pool View Two Queens, Preferred Ocean View King, Preferred Ocean View Two Queens, Ocean View King, and Garden View Two Queens. All rooms have a size of either 420 sqft or 452 sqft and smoking is not allowed. The rooms can accommodate 4 adults and 3 children and have beds ranging from 1 x King size to 2 x Queen size.

What is there to do in The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue?

Guests at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. They can relax and rejuvenate at the spa with various wellness packages and treatments available. The beachfront location allows guests to spend time on the beach and enjoy water sports facilities onsite such as snorkeling, diving, and windsurfing.

There are multiple pools available to guests, including an outdoor swimming pool and a kids' pool. The pools offer a shallow end and a view.

Onsite dining options include Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach, offering international cuisine in a family-friendly, modern, and romantic ambiance. Aupaka Terrace serves American cuisine, while Dukes Kauai offers American dishes as well. For Italian cuisine, guests can try Cafe Portofino.

Overall, the hotel provides a range of amenities to ensure guests have a relaxing and enjoyable time during their stay.

Is there a swimming pool at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue?

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort in Lihue has an outdoor pool available all year round. The pool features a shallow end and offers a view.

Is there an in-house restaurant at The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue?

Yes, the hotel has several on-site restaurants available. They include Kukui’s On Kalapaki Beach, Aupaka Terrace, Dukes Kauai, and Cafe Portofino, offering a variety of international, American, and Italian cuisines.

Which payment methods are supported by The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue?

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue accepts payments made by Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Maestro, Carte Blanche, and UnionPay. However, it does not accept cash payments.