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#7 of 10 hotels in Lihue
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Nestled in Lihue, gateway of the Garden Island, the Kauai Palms Hotel offers affordability and stylish comfort just minutes from the Lihue Airport. Looking for an affordable Kauai vacation getaway? The Kauai Palms Hotel affords the budget-minded traveler a centrally located, cozy and quaint hotel that places you minutes from the Lihue Airport, shopping, dining, the beautiful white sand beaches of Kalapaki and Kauai attractions. Tastefully decorated and modernly appointed, the Kauai Palms Hotel offers quality and Aloha Style at a reasonable price, so you can spend your vacation budget having fun! Rooms with Air Conditioning, Kitchenettes and Full Kitchens are available as well as studio and 2 bedroom cottages.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Kauai Palms Hotel.
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Free parking
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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Non-smoking hotel
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Grade: 75 out of 100
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2931 Kalena St, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-1319
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We stayed here twice. The first time we stayed in room 1 and it had a kitchenette with a small frig, microwave and toaster . A king bed and 2 singles which were decorated nicely with colorful bedspreads. The second time we stayed in Rm 17 which just had a king bed and a small frig. . We asked the staff to borrow a toaster and a few dishes and were able to use a microwave in the registration area. The staff, particularly Allison,and Sara, were very nice. Rosalinda did a fine job cleaning the rooms also. We would definitely stay here again because it is close to the airport .
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We stayed here 2 nights and had a wonderful experience. The staff are amazing and Ron, the general manager, is a true gem. If you get a chance, ask for Ron to “ talk story” with you. You can find out the history and legends of Kaua’i along with seeing many interesting artifacts. You will also hear about many fascinating sites to visit during your stay. We learned so much about Kaua’i and the Hawaiian islands. Ron was entertaining and very knowledgeable and kept us engaged and interested. Hotel room is vintage, is very clean and has everything you need. We were able to drop our suitcase off early and explore the island the day we arrived. Lots of people here from different European countries during our stay. Great food options a couple blocks away and the brewery even has 4 ounce sample sizes so you can try several of their different beers in one sitting. Thanks Ron for imparting some of your knowledge to us. We loved our stay and hope to be back again. Mahalo!…
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Ron Kikumoto, General Manager at Kauai Palms Hotel
Responded Jun 27, 2022
Aloha Krysteena from the Beautiful Garden Island! Thank you for staying with us and it was our pleasure to share the rich history and culture of Kauai. As you mentioned, it makes visiting the various locations more meaningful and relevant, for Kauai is truly special. Again, thank you and we look forward to your next visit. Mahalo!
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The best thing about this hotel is Ron, the owner. He gives free talks on the history and culture of Kauai in a super relaxed environment, answering questions and showing artifact replicas of traditional implements. He is friendly, funny, and very interesting. I would have paid for this talk. The aesthetic of the building is maintained in the 1950s style, the time period in which the structure was built. All the staff were very sweet and friendly. Our room had a kitchen and was clean, charming and affordable. The location is perfect to explore downtown Lihue on foot, less than a block away from the brewery. Staying at Kauai Palms was one of the highlights of my trip, I couldn't recommend it more. Mahalo, Ron and the rest of the staff!!
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Room Tip: About $15-20 Uber ride from the airport. Close to restaurants. Baggage storage available before...
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We stayed here 2 nights after our timeshare week was up. We stayed in a "cottage" that supposedly had a kitchenette...it was a closet with door removed and a small fridge, coffeemaker, microwave and a portable electric burner. The bed was a full sized in a room 9 feet by 10 feet. They put a high top cabaret table and 2 chairs in the corner which was useless...we stored our luggage on the table and chairs as there was no where else to put it. The bathroom, shower and "kitchenette" were in a hallway that was 3 feet by 10 feet. The bed was so bad that my wife and I couldn't stay on our own side because the mattress rolled us into the middle of the bed. The wall at the head of our bed was shared with another unit. We could hear people in the other unit as if there was no wall between us. We made it work but it was not worth $470 for 2 nights...even in Kauai! The hotel is on a side street so it was relatively quiet and it felt safe. Staff was friendly! There was a small informal Hawaiian restaurant (Hamura Saimin) around the corner...the food was very good!…
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Ronald Kikumoto, General Manager at Kauai Palms Hotel
Responded Feb 10, 2023
Aloha Scottrep! We were disappointed to hear that your stay did not meet your expectations. The unit you booked is one of our smaller units for we do have larger units with king beds and kitchenettes or full kitchens. I sincerely apologize for the condition of the bed and will inspect it and if necessary, replace it. We were happy to hear that you found the staff very friendly and the location safe and quiet. If you plan to visit our beautiful Garden Island, please let us know and we will make sure you book a larger room. Mahalo!
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In the middle of d/town Lihue. Cosy but EXPENSIVE. Our one night stay was in a very,very small room costing over $200USD a night Dec 29 2022. We were here 1 night prior to our check in at our other resort. Free coffee in the mornig, very good. Ron gave us a 2 hour history of Kauai and Hawaii.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Room Tip: Room 5 close to the lobby and very,very small
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Response from Ronald Kikumoto, General Manager at Kauai Palms Hotel
Responded Feb 10, 2023
Aloha Ontario Traveler from the Beautiful Garden Island! We were glad to hear that you found us cozy in the middle of downtown Lihue. That you enjoyed the complimentary Kauai Coffee, which we serve daily from 8am to 11am in the lobby. Unfortunatley the rate was higher at that time due to the exchange rate of Canadian versus US dollar. We would look forward to your return visit to our Beautiful Garden Island! Mahalo!
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Happy accident or “meant to be?” We were booked at an AirBnB in Princeville for my son’s 18th birthday trip. The Southwest operations failure of late December caused us to miss those dates/stay and come 5 days later. I happened on the Kauai Palms on Priceline, somewhat skeptical about location but booked on good faith. We were booked to stay Tuesday- Thursday but realizing once we arrived on Kauai Sunday that the location was perfect for home base as we explored the gorgeous Garden Isle, we ventured to extend our stay. Ron, the manager and Mango the cat greeted us at the office and made us feel at home, first in a cottage then to a room for the remainder of our stay. Local food recommendations and well researched manager’s “talk story” and artifacts of HI history add to the experience and charm. In my opinion, so much better than a bland, cookie cutter “resort.” The area is lovely to walk around (county Building decorated with Christmas lights and building murals)…opportunities to support local business always a plus. Cats and chickens add to the local feel. We were able to reach all our destinations within 2 hours of the hotel and head out ready and refreshed each day.…
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Ronald Kikumoto, General Manager at Kauai Palms Hotel
Responded Feb 10, 2023
Aloha "Memorable Visit" that was "meant to be"!!!!! On Kauai, we believe there is a reason why you visited Kauai and why you ended up at the Kauai Palms Hotel. Not only the perfect location, but vintage atmosphere and clean accommodations. As you mentioned, "Talk Story" added to your experience when visiting all the local sites that make Kauai the Beautiful Garden Island! Thank you for visiting us and we look forward to your return visit for it is "meant to be." Mahalo!
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Kauai Palms hotel was a great stop, the rooms are cosy, yet provide enough space and comfort. The place was very clean and it had all basic utilities. However the biggest reason to stay if you want to immerse in Hawai'i, is Ron - the general manager. Ron is a treasure trove of Hawaiian history and culture. He is a kind, fun and humble man with a passion for sharing the story of the islands. He showed us what true aloha means! A wonderful storyteller, he spent many hours with us enriching our impressions with stories of the beautiful Hawai'i, the history which uncovers so much more to this incredible place, the centuries long balance between the land and the people. We came back to hear more every evening and saw and loved the island from a deeper perspective than most. He's one of the people we'll always remember from our long trip - and we are so grateful to have been his guests! We sincerely hope to meet again in the future and Kauai Palms will be our first stop back on the Garden isle! Mahalo nui loa, Ron! …
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Larger parking area is available at the back as well
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5 stars: This star rating applies to Ron, the property manager. He really cares about the history and culture of Kauai. Please ask for him at the front desk to understand how the island came to be. Understanding the local context and stories helped us make sense of what we saw and even discovered a few non touristy gems that we would have missed otherwise. The tour is free and Ron is entertaining. Even if you dont care about the history, enjoy his jokes. 3 stars: This star rating applies to the property itself. Pre check in - smooth and fast communication regarding reservation change requests Checkin - smooth and easy, the person checking me in was courteous, if not friendly. Stay - we asked for cleaning service around halfway through the stay, the floors were still dirty (perhaps they lacked cleaning staff), toilets were clean though, bed was made. Roosters in the morning is a problem for light sleepers. Kauai is ruled by roosters, so submit to their sleep schedule. Perhaps the property can find ways to deter roosters in the property compound Parking - first come, first serve - wasn't a problem (extra parking is inside the compound) Checkout - There is a dropbox. The person checking me out was downright rude in making her request to have me drop the keys in there. Overall - Id stay here again, just for Ron!…
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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I would like to give this Hotel a good review as they staff were very good in answering questions prior to our stay. Unfortunately, the room wasn't great. I booked this hotel as it was close to the airport and we were arriving very late and needed somewhere for just one evening before picking up the rentalcar. The room was clean but very small the air conditioner was extremely loud so couldn't have it on, the beds weren't all that comfortable, although there were coffee cups in the room, there wasn't any coffee, roosters, which are common on the island, sounded like they were right outside the door Would I stay here again....no.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Ronald Kikumoto, General Manager at Kauai Palms Hotel
Responded Dec 8, 2022
Aloha TMLB, We apologize that your stay with us was not what you expected but you found the staff very good in answering questions, and the unit was very clean. For your information, we do have other room types such as king bedded room, rooms with kitchenettes and full kitchens which include coffee makers and even 2 bedroom cottages if size was important. In regards to the roosters, they are all over the island and unfortunately protected by City and County mandates. On your next visit to our Beautiful Garden Island, we would be glad to assist you in securing the right type of accommodations so please give us a call. Mahalo!
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Very clean, comfortable and well maintained. We needed a place for a couple nights until our timeshare was ready, and this fit the bill perfectly. Centrally located. A very nice choice for those on a budget.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Response from Ronald Kikumoto, General Manager at Kauai Palms Hotel
Responded Dec 8, 2022
Aloha jaknapp67, Thank you for the "GREAT" review! We are a small vintage property that provides "very clean, comfortable and well maintained" accommodations as you mentioned. If there is anything we can do when you plan your next visit to the Garden Island, please do not hesitate to give us a call. Mahalo!
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PRICE RANGE
$195 - $209 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kauai Palms Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Kauai Palms Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Kauai Escape Room (0.2 miles), Tasting Kauai (0.2 miles), and Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Kauai Palms Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and laundry service.
Which room amenities are available at Kauai Palms Hotel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
Is parking available at Kauai Palms Hotel?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Kauai Palms Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Kauai Beer Company, Rob's Good Times Grill, and Hamura Saimin Stand.
Are there any historical sites close to Kauai Palms Hotel?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Kilohana Plantation Estate (1.6 miles), Menehune Fish Pond (1.6 miles), and Kapaia Suspension Bridge (1.4 miles).