Guidebook for Prince Kuhio Unit 102
Sightseeing
Waimea Canyon State Park is the largest canyon in the Pacific and will undoubtedly capture your gaze, with its 10 mile long stretch at a mile wide and measuring more than 3,500 feet deep. The history of Kauai can be seen in the walls and crags of the canyon as you explore the more than 45 miles of trails. A truly remarkable sight offering numerous scenic overlooks and photo opportunities.
Surrounding the Waimea Canyon is the Kokee State Park which occupies 4,345 acres of land. Norfolk pines, Koa hardwoods, native plants and wildlife are just a small fraction of what you will see here. State operated cabins and hiking by permit is available year-round with advance reservations. Waimea Canyon hiking maps can be found at the Kokee Natural History Museum next to the Kokee lodge.
Spouting Horn is approximately 1.5 miles west of Prince Kuhio condos. Take your camera. This is a must-see attraction.
115 locals recommend
Spouting Horn
Spouting Horn is approximately 1.5 miles west of Prince Kuhio condos. Take your camera. This is a must-see attraction.
Waimea Canyon State Park
Waimea Canyon DriveAllerton Garden is within walking distance of condo. It is approximately 1.3 miles away. Plenty of parking. Tours. Free Hula dancing on Thursday afternoons at 3:00 PM.
28 locals recommend
Allerton Garden
4425 Lawai RdAllerton Garden is within walking distance of condo. It is approximately 1.3 miles away. Plenty of parking. Tours. Free Hula dancing on Thursday afternoons at 3:00 PM.
Bring you state park ID if you have one. Otherwise, there is a fee to pay to enter this park.
169 locals recommend
Kilauea Lighthouse
3580 Kilauea RdBring you state park ID if you have one. Otherwise, there is a fee to pay to enter this park.
Food scene
https://www.theshopsatkukuiula.com/events/
This shopping center is an 8 minute walk from the condo. Culinary Market every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6 with a cooking demonstration at 5:00. On the sunny south shore of Kaua`i, nestled in renowned resort playground of Po`ipu, The Shops at Kukui`ula is the island's premier shopping, dining and fine art destination. Showcasing architecture that pays homage to Hawaii's plantation past, the center is home to dozens of unique shops and boutiques, award-winning restaurants and contemporary art galleries. Live music on Friday nights from 6:30 to 8:30.
65 locals recommend
Kukui'ula Village Shopping Center
2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka Sthttps://www.theshopsatkukuiula.com/events/
This shopping center is an 8 minute walk from the condo. Culinary Market every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6 with a cooking demonstration at 5:00. On the sunny south shore of Kaua`i, nestled in renowned resort playground of Po`ipu, The Shops at Kukui`ula is the island's premier shopping, dining and fine art destination. Showcasing architecture that pays homage to Hawaii's plantation past, the center is home to dozens of unique shops and boutiques, award-winning restaurants and contemporary art galleries. Live music on Friday nights from 6:30 to 8:30.
This restaurant is across the street from the condo. You can sit on the grassy area next to the restaurant to enjoy the sunsets. Happy Hour from 2:30 to 4:30 daily.
https://www.the-beach-house.com/visit
80 locals recommend
Beach House Restaurant
5022 Lawai RdThis restaurant is across the street from the condo. You can sit on the grassy area next to the restaurant to enjoy the sunsets. Happy Hour from 2:30 to 4:30 daily.
https://www.the-beach-house.com/visit
This is our favorite restaurant. It is approximately 2 miles from the condo. There is a lunch and dinner menu. Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on weekends.
http://www.keokisparadise.com
Live hula almost every night.
77 locals recommend
Keoki's Paradise
2360 Kiahuna Plantation DrThis is our favorite restaurant. It is approximately 2 miles from the condo. There is a lunch and dinner menu. Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on weekends.
http://www.keokisparadise.com
Live hula almost every night.
https://www.oldkoloa.com/
Old Koloa Town is approximately 4 miles from the condo. There are many shops and quite a few moderately priced restaurants in this area. A great spot to browse T-shirts, local art, and handmade soaps. There is a small shop where you can purchase fresh fish. Local food trucks are parked across the street where you can grab lunch or dinner.
27 locals recommend
Koloa
https://www.oldkoloa.com/
Old Koloa Town is approximately 4 miles from the condo. There are many shops and quite a few moderately priced restaurants in this area. A great spot to browse T-shirts, local art, and handmade soaps. There is a small shop where you can purchase fresh fish. Local food trucks are parked across the street where you can grab lunch or dinner.
Beautiful Beaches
Go to KAUAI.COM to view a complete list of the beaches on Kauai. I have just listed a few of the beaches below.
Hanalei Bay has a beautiful, large beach. The scenery is breathtaking. The town has a multitude of shops and restaurants. I highly recommend taking a day to visit Hanalei Bay.
172 locals recommend
Hanalei Bay
Hanalei Bay has a beautiful, large beach. The scenery is breathtaking. The town has a multitude of shops and restaurants. I highly recommend taking a day to visit Hanalei Bay.
Poʻipū Beach Park is located in the community of Poʻipū on the southern coast of Kauaʻi island in Hawaii. The beach is a park with lifeguards provided by county of Kauaʻi. There are swimming and snorkeling areas, and a surf break over a reef for experienced surfers only. It can get crowded on weekends.
28 locals recommend
Poipu Beach Park
2179 Hoone RoadPoʻipū Beach Park is located in the community of Poʻipū on the southern coast of Kauaʻi island in Hawaii. The beach is a park with lifeguards provided by county of Kauaʻi. There are swimming and snorkeling areas, and a surf break over a reef for experienced surfers only. It can get crowded on weekends.
Shipwreck Beach is a local favorite for surfing and body surfing. Located in front of the Grand Hyatt Hotel, parking is just beyond the hotels main entrance. Large surf usually pounds the shore and makes for difficult swimming and boogie boarding.
Here is also where you can find the start of the Mahaulepu Heritage Trail, a great hike to explore the otherwise inaccessible coastline. Strong shore break can makes this beach a dangerous spot to swim. Best for beachcombing and sunsets.
47 locals recommend
Shipwreck Beach
Shipwreck Beach is a local favorite for surfing and body surfing. Located in front of the Grand Hyatt Hotel, parking is just beyond the hotels main entrance. Large surf usually pounds the shore and makes for difficult swimming and boogie boarding.
Here is also where you can find the start of the Mahaulepu Heritage Trail, a great hike to explore the otherwise inaccessible coastline. Strong shore break can makes this beach a dangerous spot to swim. Best for beachcombing and sunsets.
Lawai Beach is a short walk across the road from Prince Kuhio Condos. This is a great beach for snorkeling. Take your favorite beverage and sit on the lawn or beach to witness breathtaking sunsets.
11 locals recommend
Lawa'i Beach
Lawai Beach is a short walk across the road from Prince Kuhio Condos. This is a great beach for snorkeling. Take your favorite beverage and sit on the lawn or beach to witness breathtaking sunsets.
Baby Beach is withing walking distance of the condo. It has a small sandy area, and is a quiet place to relax.
7 locals recommend
Baby Beach
Baby Beach is withing walking distance of the condo. It has a small sandy area, and is a quiet place to relax.
Neighborhoods
Princeville is located on the north shore of Kauai. It is known for it's shopping center and beaches.
39 locals recommend
Princeville
Princeville is located on the north shore of Kauai. It is known for it's shopping center and beaches.
City/town information
Lihue is approximately 12 miles from the condo. Walmart, Costco, and Home Depot are in Lihue.
9 locals recommend
Lihue
Lihue is approximately 12 miles from the condo. Walmart, Costco, and Home Depot are in Lihue.
Kapa'a is a nice town to visit. There are many interesting shops and several restaurants. We like the Olympic Cafe in Kapa'a. It is on the way to Princeville.
51 locals recommend
Kapaʻa
Kapa'a is a nice town to visit. There are many interesting shops and several restaurants. We like the Olympic Cafe in Kapa'a. It is on the way to Princeville.
Beach Equipment Rentals and Snorkeling Gear Rentals
You can rent snorkeling equipment from here. It is almost right across the street from our condo. The address of Boss Frog's is 5022 Lawai Road. This store is attached to the "Beach House Restaurant" right next to the beach across the street. Phone number is 808-742-9111.
Boss Frog's Snorkel & Beach Rentals
5022 Lawai RoadYou can rent snorkeling equipment from here. It is almost right across the street from our condo. The address of Boss Frog's is 5022 Lawai Road. This store is attached to the "Beach House Restaurant" right next to the beach across the street. Phone number is 808-742-9111.
Boss Frog's Snorkel, Bike & Beach Rentals
4-746 Kuhio HwyTraveler advice
Ways to save
Ways to save
If you want to save some money, you can pack your own coffee. Coffee can be expensive on Kauai.
You can also bring a few laundry detergent pods with you if you plan on doing laundry while you're here.
There is a Walmart and a Costco within approximately 13 miles of the condo.
There is a Big Save grocery store within 4 miles, but the prices are higher than Walmart and Costco.
Long's Pharmacy is 0.4 miles away, and the pricing is reasonable.
Book before you go
KAUAI.COM is a very helpful website.
You can book excursions directly from the KAUAI.COM website.
It is wise to book the popular tours (NaPali Coast, Tubing, ATV Tour) ahead of time. The Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, Wailua Falls, Wailua River, Fern Grotto, Sleeping Giant and Hanalei Valley are just a few of the places waiting to be explored. Kauai is a nature lovers paradise with dozens of hiking trails to explore and countless beaches to discover.
Getting around
GUEST VEHICLE REGISTRATION AND PARKING
GUEST VEHICLE REGISTRATION AND PARKING
Upon arrival at Prince Kuhio, pick up a free parking permit from the office on the ground floor. There is no formal check-in process. Please display the permit visibly on your vehicle dashboard when it is parked in the Prince Kuhio parking lot. If you arrive late at night, you can get the permit the next morning.
One parking space per unit. If the front parking lot is full, proceed 200 feet west on Lawai Road. Turn right at the “Lawai Beach Resort” sign. Continue to the end and make a right into the parking garage. Park in space labeled "Prince Kuhio."