The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Overview
3610 Rice St., Lihue, HI 96766 United States
Near Kalapaki Beach
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The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Lihue is located on the beach, near Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Bay, and offers amenities such as a full-service spa, 5 spa tubs, a 24-hour fitness center, and multiple dining options.

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Highlights
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Number of poolside bars - 1
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5.0
26-May-2026
"Employe's at Front Desk and Housekeeping were great"

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Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2000

Floors: 10

Rooms: 356

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 356

Handicap Rooms: 12

Suites: 11

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: As Needed

Meeting Rooms: 10

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: On-site

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Ownership: Essex House Condominium Corp

Nightly Parking: 40/3

Total Taxes: 17.96%

Total Misc Fees: $42.00 USD

Cancellation: Individual reservations are one night's room and tax if canceled any later than 7 days from arrival. Groups vary on the size and scope of the program.

Check-In Instructions:

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • Tax ID - W89793163-01
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • This property is professionally cleaned
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Art gallery on site
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach volleyball on site
  • Beach yoga on site
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Business center
  • By ocean
  • Car recommended
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Children's pool
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Coin laundry on site
  • Computer station
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Concierge services
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 27758
  • Conference space size (meters) - 2579
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Electric car charging station
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 91
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 36
  • Evening entertainment
  • Express check-out
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Free airport transportation
  • Full-service spa
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hair salon
  • Hallway handrail height (centimeters) - 86
  • Hallway handrail height (inches) - 34
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Number of bars/lounges - 2
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Number of hot tubs - 5
  • Number of meeting rooms - 11
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 4
  • On bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Pets not allowed
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Registration desk height (centimeters) - 76
  • Registration desk height (inches) - 30
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Shopping on site
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spa services on site
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimeters) - 86
  • Stairwell handrail height (inches) - 34
  • Surf lessons - onsite
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Uncovered parking
  • VIP Access
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Vending machine
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Volleyball on site
  • Walkway to water
  • Water dispenser
  • Water sports equipment
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wedding services
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site

Fee for in-room wireless Internet: (complimentary, included in daily resort fee)

Property uses a professional cleaning service

For long stays, check out the Sonesta ES studio suites

More than 55 properties in brand

For groups they can typically comp 1 room per 40

The Sonesta highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Day 1

Breakfast Kalapaki Beach Hut - Start your day with a hearty breakfast and enjoy the beautiful beach views. Located at 3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI. Distance from hotel: 0 miles.
Lunch Hamura's Saimin Stand - Try the famous saimin noodles at this local favorite. Located at 2956 Kress St, Lihue, HI. Distance from hotel: 0.5 miles.
Dinner Duke's Kauai - Enjoy delicious seafood and Hawaiian cuisine while overlooking the ocean. Located at 3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI. Distance from hotel: 0 miles.
Activity Wailua Falls - Visit the stunning Wailua Falls and witness the beauty of this 80-foot waterfall. Located at Maalo Rd, Lihue, HI. Distance from hotel: 5 miles.

Day 2

Breakfast Kalaheo Cafe & Coffee Co. - Enjoy a delicious breakfast with a variety of options. Located at 2-2560 Kaumualii Hwy, Kalaheo, HI. Distance from hotel: 10 miles.
Lunch Puka Dog - Try the unique and tasty Hawaiian-style hot dogs at this popular spot. Located at 2360 Kiahuna Plantation Dr, Koloa, HI. Distance from hotel: 15 miles.
Dinner Beach House Restaurant - Indulge in a romantic dinner with breathtaking sunset views. Located at 5022 Lawai Rd, Koloa, HI. Distance from hotel: 15 miles.
Activity Na Pali Coast State Park - Take a boat tour or hike along the stunning Na Pali Coast for breathtaking views. Located at Kekaha, HI. Distance from hotel: 30 miles.

Day 3

Breakfast Kauai Juice Co. - Start your day with a refreshing and healthy juice or smoothie. Located at 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St, Poipu, HI. Distance from hotel: 10 miles.
Lunch The Fresh Shave - Cool down with a delicious shave ice treat at this popular spot. Located at 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St, Poipu, HI. Distance from hotel: 10 miles.
Dinner Merriman's Fish House - Enjoy fresh seafood and farm-to-table dishes in a beautiful oceanfront setting. Located at 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St, Poipu, HI. Distance from hotel: 10 miles.
Activity Poipu Beach Park - Spend the day relaxing on the beautiful sandy beach and snorkeling in the clear waters. Located at Hoowili Rd, Koloa, HI. Distance from hotel: 10 miles.

FAQs about The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue have?

There are 356 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yes, they have 10 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

How much does internet cost?

Fee for in-room wireless Internet: (complimentary, included in daily resort fee)

Is there a gym at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property.

Is there shuttle service at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue?

Airport Shuttle - Complimentary 5 minutes from Lihue Airport

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue.

Feel free to use the The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Lihue event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Kalapaki Room
22 x 24 x 8 • 528 sqft.
Classroom
14
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
16
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
30
Theater Layout
Reception
16
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Kipu Meeting Room (D)
21 x 35 x 15 • 735 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
24
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Ha'iku Meeting Room (C)
23 x 35 x 15 • 805 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Nawiliwili Meeting Room (A)
24 x 35 x 15 • 840 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Niumalu Meeting Room (B)
22 x 35 x 15 • 770 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Kona Salon (1)
108 x 52 x 19 • 5616 sqft.
Classroom
270
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
475
Theater Layout
Reception
300
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Ko'olau Salon (3)
108 x 52 x 19 • 5616 sqft.
Classroom
270
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
475
Theater Layout
Reception
300
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Puna Ballroom
90 x 35 x 15 • 3150 sqft.
Classroom
156
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
200
Theater Layout
Reception
200
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Halele'a Salon (2)
95 x 56 x 25 • 5320 sqft.
Classroom
216
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
400
Theater Layout
Reception
260
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Ni'ihau Court Pre-function 3
44 x 56 x 25 • 2464 sqft.
Theater
150
Theater Layout
Reception
120
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Kauai Court Pre-function 1
48 x 56 x 25 • 2688 sqft.
Theater
150
Theater Layout
Reception
120
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Puna Court Pre-function 2
44 x 54 x 25 • 2376 sqft.
Theater
150
Theater Layout
Reception
120
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Kauai Ballroom
160 x 108 x 16 • 17280 sqft.
Theater
1850
Theater Layout
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:25+
Windows:9
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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