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The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

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On the beach, beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, 96766
  • Kalapaki Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Nawiliwili Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Nawiliwili Harbor
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pool View)

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Garden View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 427 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Garden View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 hot 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.
Sit back and relax on the beach with cabanas (surcharge), umbrellas, and sun loungers. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue like an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

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. This beach hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, a garden, and a terrace. 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.
Royal Lanai - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this sushi bar specializes in sushi and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.
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
  • Royal Lanai

Things to do

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

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
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • 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
  • Renovated guestrooms - August 2024
  • 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 at the property

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
  • In-room safe
  • 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. 656 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bulbinder

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible views
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse, Greeley

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An upsetting experience
I had a rather upsetting incident at the restaurant for breakfast. I was at there for breakfast and I was told they were open but the two stuff members were busy doing their thing and the supervisor was giving speech to all other staff. I was there for quite some time and was ignored. Guess a single senior lady tends to get that. When I sat down and supervisor saw me not thrilled and asked if I was OK, I said something like "it's a long wait ". The supervisor was rather rude and said "you should be respectful". This really floored me. How was I not respectful? Did I say or do anything? Very upsetting. Supervisor's name is Mike, in pink shirt. I hope he would not do that to others, especially not to senior people.
Supervisor Mike in pink shirt
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
It's very good awesome people as always Hawaiian is
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service - Tamara was fantastic - they immediately understood our needs and took steps to go above and beyond. We had a horrible day of flight delays then cancellations (resulting in why we had to find a hotel) and the hotel and customer service there (so far) made the tough day easier.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angilberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anthon Scott

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas Ray

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a safe quiet place, not many people and lots of things to do. You have to rent a car Uber, but there’s lots of things to do offsite and things to see the just on site. It’s just amazingly quiet except for the roosters.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Darcy Sue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool and hot tubs as well as the service was impeccable!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful resort with spectacular grounds and pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bronislava

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much disappointed with stay in this hotel Room was very dark, gloomy. It was real filling of dampness . Nobody was at lobby to help with luggage. Very long walk from hotel entrance to the reception area and after to the assigned room Can send pictures Will request money back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne, Falls Church

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, people were friendly, easy access to the beach. Within walking distance of shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gailyn, Windsor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property but pricey restaurant.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the atmosphere, property views were amazing. And the staff went above and beyond. Namely Kobe, he made such a positive impact on our trip. He was friendly, helpful, informative, and we really appreciate his hard work.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robin Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and grounds. Great location central to most things. Staff very nice, need more housekeeping (currently only every four days). Need towels daily. Main restaurant great for breakfast, but expensive. Got shocked at check out with $42 a day hotel taxes- seemed excessive and acclimated quickly. Also $40 a day to park Was not aware of this with booking Would stay here again based upon beauty and location
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ying

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel service is terrible, and food is very overpriced
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Sonesta is a nice resort property with multiple dining options, a wonderful pool and jacuzzi area, and local shopping within walking distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Things changed from when it was the marriott, they used to have free refills for coffee downstairs, they now have you pay for velle parking when you have handicap placart. The bell people were good. They charge $9.00 for a bottle of water.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024