Hawaiian Islands · Hawaiʻi
Kaua'i
The Garden Isle — Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and lush tropical wilderness.
Culture and history
Na Pali coast features ancient Hawaiian settlement sites. Strong taro farming tradition in Hanalei Valley.
Nature and conservation
Mount Waialeale is one of the wettest spots on Earth. No buildings taller than a palm tree.
When to go
The best months are April to September.
Where to stay on Kaua'i
Hanalei Colony Resort
Hanalei Colony Resort is at Haena on Kauai's north shore, past Hanalei town, close to where the road ends at the Na Pali coast. Its low buildings...
Koloa Landing Resort
Koloa Landing Resort is in Poipu on Kauai's sunny south shore, part of Marriott's Autograph Collection. Rooms range from deluxe studios to villas...
Waimea Plantation Cottages
Waimea Plantation Cottages is a collection of restored plantation-era cottages under coconut palms on Kauai's dry west side, just outside the town...