Poipu
Stay at the oceanfront Grand Hyatt Kauai in Poipu on the south shore with its luxurious, tropical grounds and hiking trails adjoining the property. The Kauai Marriott Resort and Beach Club is another excellent choice in Poipu.
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
1571 Poipu Rd.
Koloa Kauai, Hawaii 96756
(808) 742-1234
kauai.hyatt.com
Marriott's Waiohai Beach Club
2249 Poipu Rd.
Koloa - Kauai, Hawaii 96756
(800) 845-5279
marriott.com
Waimea
Head west to quiet Waimea for a true aloha experience. Stay at the beachfront Waimea Plantation cottages or take the stunning drive through Waimea Canyon up to the Koke'e Lodge in Koke'e State Park, at a cool 4,000 feet.
Waimea Plantation Cottages
8940 Kaumualii Hwy.
Waimea, Kauai, Hawaii 96796
(808) 338-1625
kauai-harborhouse.com
Koke'e Lodge
3600 Koke'e Rd.
Hanapepe, Hawaii 96716
(808) 335-6061
kokeelodgekauai.com
Hanalei and Princeville
Travel to the lush north shore and stay at the St. Regis Princeville Resort overlooking beautiful Hanalei Bay. Enjoy world-class surfing and access to the breathtaking Na Pali coast.
St. Regis Princeville Resort
5520 Ka Haku Rd.
Princeville, Hawaii 96722
(808) 826-9644
princevillehotelhawaii.com
Kilauea
Visit the Palmwood Inn, "inspired by Japan's mountain Ryokans (country inns)." It is located on a lush four-acre estate on the north shore near Kilauea's famous lighthouse.
The Palmwood Inn
6867 Koolau Rd.
Kilauea, Hawaii 96754
(808) 631-9006
thepalmwood.com
Kap'aa
Check out the small town charm of Kapaa on the East coast of Kauai. The Outrigger Waipouli Beach Resort & Spa boasts a pristine beachfront location with upscale amenities.
Outrigger Waipouli Beach Resort & Spa
4-820 Kuhio Hwy.
Kapaa, Hawaii 96746
outriggerwaipouli.com
Article Written By Katiana Zimmerman
Katiana Zimmerman is a writer, composer, and singer. She has written children's musicals, including the Emmy Award-winning HBO film Autism: The Musical. Kat has received two ASCAP awards. She holds a Master's degree from the Manhattan School of Music. Kat studied nutrition for disease prevention at the McDougall Institute, the Pritikin Institute, and FitPath in British Columbia.