One unique thing about Kauai is its rich culture, garden landscape, and relaxed atmosphere which are perfect for a relaxing tropical getaway. These elements are exactly what’s needed to get into that coordination of the mind and heart also known as the Aloha spirit. If you seek this type of experience, then head to these Kauai hotels for the ultimate aloha experience.

9 Princeville Resort Kauai

As one of the most luxurious hotels in Kauai, Princeville is nothing short of amazing. The resort is located at Hanalei Bay and overlooks the vast touristy landscape. Princeville features world-class amenities, spacious rooms, and delicious food at its restaurant. The resort also features adventures activities such as Ziplining and there are lots of pools as well as beaches nearby to get more intimate with the environment.

  • More Amenities: Spa, restaurant, Fitness center, Yoga, and flat-screen TVs

8 Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa located in Koloa offers an intimate tropical experience to guests. With its 7 restaurants and spacious rooms with private balconies, guests are sure to enjoy their stay here. The resort also features a golf course, a beach, and over 600 rooms with each having amazing amenities needed for a comfortable stay. Activities to enjoy nearby include ziplining, cave exploration, and scuba diving.

  • More Amenities: Free Wi-F, Flat-screen TVs, spa, several restaurants and coffee shops, and outdoor pools.

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7 Sheraton Kauai Resort

Conveniently situated on a beautiful Kauai shoreline on Poipu Beach, Sheraton Kauai resort offers beautiful ocean view accommodations as well as lots of activities and amenities. The surrounding lush forests combine to make guests feel relaxed. Sheraton Kauai Resort features an outdoor pool, restaurant, and a world-class fitness center. Some of the hotel rooms are endowed with views of the ocean while some present views of lush gardens. For some activities, there are golf courses and a beautiful waterfall nearby.

  • More Amenities: Bar, coffee house, Free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, and Hairdryer

6 Koa Kea Hotel

Situated amid lush vegetation and a scenic landscape, guests at Koa Kea hotel will enjoy relaxing massages with the views of sunsets, sounds of the gentle waves of the pools, and the touch of the fresh breeze. Koa Kea is often regarded as one of the most romantic hotels in the United States. The hotel’s restaurant is positioned in front of the beautiful Poipu beach with chairs arranged under tall palm trees and surrounding lush forests. The hotel has ocean view rooms offering guests the opportunity to wake up and go to bed with those relaxing views and sounds of water waves.

  • More Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, Bar, hot tub, outdoor pool, air-conditioned rooms, and private balcony.

5 Waipouli Beach Resort

As the name suggests, this resort is positioned in front of a beach providing ocean view accommodations to guests. Besides the views alone, Waipouli beach resort also comes with so much more like - a heated river pool, balcony, and a spa. The resort is located in Kapaa town and guests can enjoy biking on the town’s bike path and engage in scuba diving and kayaking on the waters surrounding the resort.

  • More Amenities: Restaurants, Cafe, air-conditioned rooms, Coffee makers, Free Wi-Fi, outdoor pools, full-service spa, and free parking

4 Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay is nothing short of amazing. The hotel’s first impression is its position in the middle of beautiful lush greenery which gives it a type of natural feel. But that’s not all as the hotel also features amazing amenities and interesting events that will have guests fully immersed in the Aloha spirit. Some of the shows will have guests witnessing impressive fire shows and entertaining fire dancing. Stories of Hawaii culture and the history of the archipelago are some of the things involved in most of these Hawaiian events. But besides the entertaining part, the views of the hotel are absolutely impressive. It has two outdoor pools surrounded by tall coconut trees and rooms with mesmerizing ocean views. The hotel’s position close to the Wailua River also means guests will have access to the private beach and enjoy some seaside adventure.

  • Amenities: Free parking, Free Wi-Fi, on-site restaurant, fitness center, air conditioning, and coffee maker

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3 Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort

Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort is situated amid beautiful lush forests right in front of a beautiful sandy beach and its rooms present this stunning ocean view to guests. Guests at this garden resort will be met with a large pool, several spa tubs, and a fitness center. Activities such as Kayaking, biking, scuba diving, and snorkeling can be done in the waters nearby. Enjoy an exciting experience at the relaxing experience at the full-service spa

  • More Amenities: Restaurants, free Wi-Fi, coffee makers, bars, and a children's pool

2 Koloa Landing Resort

Koloa landing resort is built for luxury and relaxation. To begin, the resort features a fitness center, spa, and a large main pool and the surrounding lushness and views of nearby hills make this scenery even more pronounced. At Koloa landing resort, guests will be met with spacious rooms with balconies presenting beautiful island views and amenities ranging from poolside Barbecues and multiple Jacuzzis to exceptional dining and shopping nearby. Activities such as hiking, biking, windsurfing, sailing, and golfing can be done near the resort.

  • More Amenities: Poolside bar, free Wi-Fi, BBC Grills, free parking, coffee maker, bar, and swimming pools

1 Whalers Cove Oceanfront Resort

Get immersed in the Aloha spirit at Whalers Cove Oceanfront resort located in Poipu beach. This amazing destination comes with absolute scenery and seclusion. Its gorgeous ocean views and spacious rooms are great for those seeking relaxation and sheer scenery. Whalers Cove Oceanfront Resort does not lack amenities as well. It has an outdoor pool and a spa tub surrounded by lush greenery and a wide view of the ocean and the sky at all times. Activities such as golfing, shopping, biking, and hiking can be done at nearby destinations in Koloa town.

  • More Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, barbecue grills, outdoor pool, free parking, garden, and picnic area

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