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When to visit
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Where to stay
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Wailua (Kauai) travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wailua (Kauai)

With a population of 2,254, Wailua (Kauai) 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Wailua (Kauai) has to offer.

When to visit Wailua (Kauai)

Wailua (Kauai) in November
Estimated hotel price
$275
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wailua (Kauai) in November
Estimated hotel price
$275
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wailua (Kauai)

Plane

When flying to Wailua (Kauai), you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailua (Kauai) include Air Canada, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Wailua (Kauai) departs from Honolulu and takes around 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailua (Kauai) is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 108 miles from Wailua (Kauai). You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Wailua (Kauai), you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailua (Kauai) include Air Canada, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Wailua (Kauai) departs from Honolulu and takes around 39m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailua (Kauai) is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 108 miles from Wailua (Kauai). You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Wailua (Kauai)

LIHLihue

Airlines serving Wailua (Kauai)

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,408 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Wailua (Kauai)

Most booked hotels in Wailua (Kauai)

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Kauai Shores Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2985 reviews)
$292+
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The Kauai Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1343 reviews)
$218+
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Kauai Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1511 reviews)
$349+
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The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 stars
Excellent (8, 310 reviews)
$483+
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Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club
4 stars
Good (7.3, 152 reviews)
$476+
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Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay
3 stars
Good (6.9, 826 reviews)
$260+
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Renting a car in Wailua (Kauai)

Renting a car in Wailua (Kauai) costs $54 per day, on average, or $162 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Wailua (Kauai) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Wailua (Kauai) is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wailua (Kauai) costs $54 per day, on average, or $162 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Wailua (Kauai) (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Wailua (Kauai) is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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