The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue Exterior photo The photo is a wide aerial view of a luxurious resort situated on a beautiful tropical coastline. The focal point is a large, elaborate swimming pool complex in the foreground. The pool is intricately designed with multiple sections, curved edges, anThe Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue Room photo The photo shows a bright and airy dining area with a modern and slightly minimalist design. The room is well-lit, likely by natural light filtering through a large window to the left, which is covered with sheer white curtains. 

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About the Hotel

3610 Rice Street, Lihue, Hawaii, United States, 96766
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Next to Kalapaki Bay
Great
8.4
9.1
/10
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The 5-star luxury The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue provides a ballroom and a banquet hall for meetings and events, located around a 10-minute drive from the historic sugar-plantation homestead "Grove Farm". The lush location, within a few blocks of Kalapaki Bay makes this Lihue resort suitable for a wide range of activities, including surfing, beach volleyball, and yoga.

Location

The hotel is 2.4 km from the Niumalu Beach Park and near a boat dock. A unique beach is about 10 minutes on foot from the Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Kalapaki Beach, which is just 0.8 km away. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the large sandy beach "Nawiliwili Park", in proximity to the accommodation.

Rooms

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue features 344 rooms with a balcony and a terrace, and views of the sea. The rooms are complete with elegant furniture.

Eat & Drink

The pizza restaurant in this Lihue hotel offers a vegan menu, while in the American-style restaurant guests can savour American cuisine. The restaurant serves Italian cuisine. The lounge bar features the finest selection of refreshing drinks. You can enjoy a Hawaiian cuisine in the Skinny Mike's Ice Cream and Shave Ice located merely 350 metres from the Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort.

Leisure & Business

A gym and an outdoor swimming pool are available at the property. With a tennis court and a golf club, guests can stay fit at this hotel. Wellness options at the Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue include a treatment room and a hot tub, and such beauty treatments as body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Business travellers will have access to a conference room provided on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Kayak the stunning Wailua River for breathtaking views.
  • Visit the Kauai Museum to learn about local history and culture.
  • Try the poke bowl at Poke & Fish Market for a fresh meal.
  • Explore the secret waterfall at Secret Beach for tranquility.
  • Join a luau at Smith's Tropical Paradise for an unforgettable night.
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The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Pool View King
4 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Pool view
Heating
Balcony
Garden View King
4 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Garden view
Heating
Balcony
Ocean View King
4 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Ocean view
Heating
Balcony
Deluxe King Mobility Accessible
2 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Balcony
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Facilities

The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Public areas with access for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Children are welcome
  • Luggage storage
  • Private beach
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Hairdresser
  • Beauty salon
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Multilingual staff
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Hiking
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga class
  • Jogging track

Guest Parking

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave on request

Services

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Cafe
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Coffee/Tea in lobby

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Business services
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Audiovisual equipment

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Sun loungers
  • Lounge chairs
  • Ballroom
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Relaxation room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Jacuzzi
  • Hot stone treatment
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Aromatherapy
  • Reflexology
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Full body massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Make up services

Room features

  • Central heating
  • Connecting rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Balcony
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Mirror
  • Ironing facilities
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub shower combination
  • Towels
  • Bathrobe
  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Lighted makeup mirror
  • Laundry basket/ Clothes hamper
  • Toilet

Self-catering

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave on request

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow top mattress

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable/ Satellite television
  • Radio
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue Location

3610 Rice Street, Lihue, Hawaii, United States, 96766
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3610 Rice Street, Lihue, Hawaii, United States, 96766
Nearby
3500 Rice St
Da Life Outdoors
1000 ft
Anchor Cove Shopping Center
Just Live
1000 ft
Mall
Harbor Mall
1000 ft
3610 Rice St
Kauai Beach Boys
1000 ft
Golf Course
Kauai Lagoons Golf Club
1000 ft
Anchor Cove Shopping Center
Tropic Isle Music & Gifts
1000 ft
Mall
Anchor Cove Shopping Center
1000 ft
3500 Rice St
Da Life
1000 ft
Kalapaki Beach Surfing
1000 ft
Anchor Cove
1000 ft
Harbor Mall
Mauna Loa Helicopters
1000 ft
Hōkūala Resort
Shoreline Trail
1000 ft
Kukui Point Lighthouse
1000 ft
Restaurants
Duke's Kauai
2200 ft
3610 Rice St
Kukui's on Kalapaki Beach
2800 ft
3610 Rice St Kaua'i Marriott Resort
Kukui's Restaurant and Bar
2900 ft
3610 Rice St Kaua'i Marriott Resort
Cafe Portofino
1900 ft
3481 Hoolaulea Way Kauai Marriott
Duke's
2000 ft
3610 Rice Street
Mariachi's Authentic Mexican Restaurant
1100 ft
3501 Rice St #205 in the Harbor Mall
Toro Tei
2800 ft
Kaua'i Marriott Resort 3610 Rice Street
South East Asia Kauai
1400 ft
3501 Rice St Harbor Mall 2nd Floor Shopping Center
Sushi Bushido
1700 ft
3416 Rice St
The Right Slice
1700 ft
1543 Haleukana St Harbor Mall
Getting around
City Centre
Lihue5 min  ·  1.9 mi
Airports
Lihue (LIH)6 min  ·  2.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at USD 30 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2021
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
344
Former name
Marriott Kauai Resort

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 679 verified reviews
8.5/10
Great
81%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.3/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
8.8/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.6/10
Staff
8.5/10
Value for money
7.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 251 reviews
8.4/10
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