Kauai, Hawaii Hotels

Kauai, Hawaii, is a destination for visitors who love outdoor activities. Its beaches on the South Shore of the island are full of reefs, perfect for snorkeling or scuba diving. The island's Na Pali coastline on the northwest side of the island is an amazing place for hikers. With sweeping panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, and lush vegetation, the Na Pali coastline cannot be beat. Guests wishing to kayak or sail will be sharing the waters with many brightly colored tropical fish and marine mammals, including dolphins and humpback whales. Visitors who love to surf will be excited to know that the island's North Shore has access to some of the biggest waves in Hawaii.

Hilton Kauai Beach Resort

Located on 25 beachfront acres, the Hilton Kauai Beach Resort offers guests many amenities and access to local activities. Each unit comes with a refrigerator, wireless Internet access and in-room movies. Each guest receives complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport, as well as access to the beautiful sand bottom fresh water pool and its flume and lava tube waterslide. Guests also can use the fitness center or stroll along the resort's beautiful koi-ponds. The hotel also has an on-site activity concierge who can arrange for guests to enjoy water sports, hikes and boating adventures.

Hilton Kauai Beach Resort
4331 Kauai Beach Drive
Lihue, Hawaii 96766
Tel: 808-245-1955
http://www1.hilton.com

Marriott's Kauai Beach Club

The Marriott's Kauai Beach Club was designed to look like a royal Hawaiian estate. Framed by the beautiful Kalapaki Beach, this hotel has access to an array of water sports, including sailing, swimming and snorkeling. Its 26,000-square foot pool is a place to cool off with the kids. Guests can also enjoy the biking trail or the on-site golf club. The Alexander Day Spa and Salon is a great way for guests to unwind after a day playing volleyball on the beach.

Marriott's Kauai Beach Club
3610 Rice Street, Kalapaki Beach
Lihue, Hawaii 96766
Tel: 808-245-5050
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/lihka-marriotts-kauai-beach-club/

Koa Kea Hotel & Resort

This highly rated hotel is on Kauai's famous Poipu Beach. The beach is famous for its crystal clear water and wildlife viewing. Guests will often encounter an array of fish and the occasional sea mammal, including the endangered Hawaiian monk seal. Visitors to the hotel can enjoy the luxurious spa and fitness center. The concierge is available to handle any outdoor excursions including hiking, sailing and horseback riding. Each unit comes equipped with HDTV and On Demand, iPod docking stations, Nespresso Espresso machines and a private lanai.

Koa Kea Hotel & Resort
2251 Poipu Road
Koloa, Hawaii 96756
Tel: 808-828-8888
www.koakea.com/

Resources

Kauai's Visitors Bureau

Article Written By SaraVig

Sara Vigrass has been putting the pen to the paper both professionally and independently for the last seven years. A graduate of Syracuse University, she is currently a writer for Celebrations Magazine, Suite 101 and examiner.com. She also worked at Nickelodeon for five years writing promotional commercials.

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