by Andrew Doughty | Mar 12, 2012
Located in Lihu’e in an out-of-the-way residential area, they may tell you that this was the first hotel on the island (from 1890), but it wasn’t these buildings, and it wasn’t at this spot. Regardless, it’s a simple, clean Kaua‘i hotel with comfortable rooms, nice...
by Andrew Doughty | Mar 12, 2012
Many of the Kaua’i condos here are long-term rentals and some are timeshares, but there are still lots of vacation rentals at Banyan Harbor. Few pay the rack rate we list, so check for packages. On the 2/2 units, the single-level layouts (ramblers) are better because...
by Andrew Doughty | Mar 12, 2012
From the immaculate, garden-like grounds (complete with birds and koi) to the smashing pool area, this place works. The overall feel is calming. They have tons of artwork strewn around the resort. There is an unbelievable circular pool with a bridge to the center...
by Andrew Doughty | Mar 12, 2012
This is probably your best bet in Lihu‘e for a small hotel (but it is a bit pricier). It has small, clean rooms and few amenities, but the present owner has made an effort with the décor and property. Kaua‘i Palms Hotel provides free coffee and tea in the mornings in...
by Andrew Doughty | Mar 12, 2012
They claim this “was probably the first hotel on the island.” Maybe it’s true. It’s pretty disheveled with old furnishings, and it’s on a busy intersection. They were renovating rooms on our recent Kaua’i visit (something they always seem to be doing). The Motel...
