South Shore
Top Reason To Stay: Sunny weather and family-friendly beaches.
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Best for: Families, sun-seekers, resort lovers
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Highlights: Poipu Beach, Spouting Horn, Allerton Garden, beachfront resorts
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Vibe: Active, sunny, polished
Ideal for guests who want reliable sunshine, luxury stays, and easy access to snorkeling, dining, and kid-friendly fun.
Enter Kauai’s South Shore through the Tree Tunnel (Maluhia Road) for a romantic taste of the South Shore of Kauai! Kauai’s South Shore is a paradise of incredible beaches, great food, and a splendid array of vacation rentals, luxury resorts, and condominiums. If you are looking for sun, head to the South Shore.
In the towns of Koloa and Poipu, you’ll find a combination of sophisticated simplicity and old-fashioned flavor. Watch Hawaiian Sea Turtles and endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal frolic in the waves from the lanai of your ocean-view condo. In the winter months, the South Shore comes alive with the migration of Humpback Whales and pods of playful
Kauai’s South Shore also is the center of activities and things to do, excellent dining options, and a spectacular selection of beautiful shops and galleries.
You could spend a week here and not explore them all. Kauai Coffee Plantation and Visitor Center is located in the cool hills of Kalaheo and offers self-guided tours, delicious samples of island coffee, and a gift shop stocked with Kauai products.
Walk the streets of Old Koloa Town, where boutiques and local eateries sit nestled in a town where you will find yourself stepping back in time to an era rich in history and the charm of Kauai’s old plantation days.
As you explore Kauai’s South Shore you won’t want to miss some of the main attractions including Spouting Horn State Park, Lawai International Center the Mahaulepu Heritage Trail, and Poipu Beach. You can also visit the National Tropical Botanical Gardens, Lawai International Center, and the Allerton Gardens for beautiful tours and fun exploration.
