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About the Hotel

3610 Rice Street, Lihue, Hawaii, United States, 96766
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Next to Kalapaki Bay
Great
8.2
9.1
/10
3.8
4.1
/5

Positioned around a 10-minute drive from the Grove Farm Sugar Plantation Museum and only 1.1 km from the Nawiliwili Harbor, the 5-star luxury The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue presents 5 spa tubs. Standing within a few blocks of Kalapaki Bay, the beachfront resort is proud to feature a ballroom and a banquet hall for multiple options.

Location

The hotel is located in the walkable area of Lihue, nearly a 5-minute ride from a beautiful beach. Smoke-free The Royal Lihue features location 2.6 km from the Manawaiopuna Falls|Manawaiopuna Falls.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Kalapaki Beach, which is a mere 50 metres away.

The accommodation also lies near a boat dock.

Rooms

There are 306 rooms comprising a balcony and a terrace. They come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as such comforts as an air conditioner. The view of the pool and the elegant furniture are provided there.

Eat & Drink

Guests can visit Kukuis On Kalapaki Beach restaurant for lunch or eat breakfast at Aupaka Terrace restaurant. The restaurant serves international cuisine. The pool bar of The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue offers refreshing drinks. There is also a soup restaurant with different American dishes in the area.

Leisure & Business

This Lihue hotel has a swimming pool and a gym facility. If you like active lifestyle, The Royal Lihue offers a tennis court and a golf club, along with surfing, beach volleyball, and yoga on site. Wellness options at the property include a treatment room and a Jacuzzi, and such beauty treatments as body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. There is eleven meeting rooms available for corporate travellers.

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
8.4/10Review 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 Airport (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 632 verified reviews
8.7/10
Great
83%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.7/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Comfort
8.7/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.0/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Staff
8.4/10
Value for money
7.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 242 reviews
8.2/10
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