Waipouli Travel Guide
Kapaa
Popular places to visit
Waipouli Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waipouli Beach during your trip to Wailua?
Wailua Falls
Admire the tropical scenery engulfing this double waterfall that flows into a large basin surrounded by mossy cliffs and forests.
Smith's Tropical Paradise
Embark on a journey down the river to this traditional family luau with feasts, music and shows in a tropical environment.
Kapa'a Beach Park
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kapa'a Beach Park during your trip to Kapaa? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Kealia Forest Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Kealia Forest Reserve, a lovely green space in Kapaa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Opaekaa Falls
See the chutes of this glorious, accessible waterfall from the highway, before getting close to enjoy excellent picnic and photo opportunities.
Top hotels in Waipouli
Kauai Shores Hotel
We had a wonderful stay, rooms were clean and comfortable, they kept really up with clean towels which was super helpful with all our time at the beach. The valet was super convenient and one mishap was quickly and wonderfully handled. Absolutely will come back for hopeful future trips!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
All the amenities were great. Dining services were slow and staff were a bit rude but food was good.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Breakfast was super simple grab an go staff award one parking great ! Not a ton to do at the hotel itself
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Aston Islander on the Beach
Yes
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Plantation Hale Suites
Receiving the room code on the day people travel is not good. Phones are on airplane mode. The code should be given a few days before arrival or at least make it very clear that it is received in email and text on the arrival day. Both air conditioning units blew out black stuff that was ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Waipouli Beach Resorts & Spa Kauai by OUTRIGGER
This is a great “home base” for anyone who plans to explore the island during the day, but wants a comfortable “apartment” to return to at the end of the day. It was very spacious with all kitchen items present. The pool and gym were nice, but not the most exciting. All staff we encountered were ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waipouli
Wailua House Lots
If you're spending some time in Wailua House Lots, Lae Nani Beach and Wailua Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Kawaihau
If you're spending some time in Kawaihau, Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapahi Park are top sights worth seeing.
Kapahi
When in Kapahi, you can plan a visit to Kealia Forest Reserve and Kapa'a Beach Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wailua Homesteads
You'll enjoy the waterfalls and riverfront in Wailua Homesteads. You might want to make time for a stop at Opaekaa Falls or Pohaku-ho'ohanau and Pohaku Piko.
