Poipu travel guide

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You're Going to Love Poipu

With a population of 979, Poipu is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Poipu has to offer.

When to visit Poipu

Poipu in September
Estimated package price
$634
2 travelers
Flight to Poipu
3 nights at hotel
Poipu in September
Estimated package price
$634
2 travelers
Flight to Poipu
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Poipu

Plane

When flying to Poipu, you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Poipu include American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Poipu departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Poipu is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 110 miles from Poipu. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Poipu, you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Poipu include American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Poipu departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Poipu is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 110 miles from Poipu. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Poipu

Airlines serving Poipu

Lufthansa
Good (4,636 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,603 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,756 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,537 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (710 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,603 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (959 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,325 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (606 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (542 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (673 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,781 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Poipu

Most booked hotels in Poipu

Koloa Landing Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 191 reviews)
$684+
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 228 reviews)
$805+
Sheraton Kauai Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 148 reviews)
$516+
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 378 reviews)
$427+
Kauai Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1173 reviews)
$249+
Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 504 reviews)
$370+

Renting a car in Poipu

Renting a car in Poipu costs $65 per day, on average, or $259 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Lihue.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Poipu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Full-size (Chrysler 200 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Poipu, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Poipu costs $65 per day, on average, or $259 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Lihue.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Poipu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Full-size (Chrysler 200 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Poipu, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.