What is the best town to stay in Kauai?

Kauai Best Areas to Stay

• The South Shore- including Koloa, Lawai, and Poipu.
• The North Shore- including Princeville, Hanalei, and Kilauea.
• The East Coast- including Kapaa, Wailua and, in this case, the county seat of Lihue.

Is Kauai the best Hawaiian island?

But Kauai has a few areas in which it tops the other isles that make it the best Hawaiian island in many respects. Kauai is the oldest island in the Hawaiian chain, located north of its cousins. If you look at a map, you’ll see that Kauai is actually farther from the other islands than they are from each other.

Where is the best place to live in Kauai?

Waimea. Town in Hawaii. Rating 5 out of 5 1 review.

Is it better to stay in Princeville or Poipu?

Princeville is on a bluff so you have gorgeous views of the mountains and water but beach access isn’t as easy as in Poipu. Some places to stay have paths to beaches like Hanalei Bay Resort and others have difficult access. Poipu is known as the sunny side of the island, but in May its pretty darn nice all over.

What is the prettiest Hawaiian island?

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Kauai. Kauai’s lush greenery makes it the most beautiful of all the Hawaiian islands. It is home to waterfalls, hiking trails and a variety of eco-adventures. Most travelers seek out Kauai to avoid the hustle and bustle of Oahu and Maui and have a more unplugged vacation experience.

Is it expensive to live on Kauai?

As with many of the Hawaiian islands, the cost of living in Kauai can be steep, and rent is no exception. Rents vary significantly based on your location, as well as the amenities of your unit. However, we’re seeing rents that average around: $1200-$1800 for 1BR.

What is the sunniest part of Kauai?

Here are the major resort areas listed in order of most sunshine. Poipu and Waimea on the South is by far your best bet for dry sunny days, as it averages around 35 inches of rain per year. Kapaa and Lihue on the eastern side of Kauai would be your second best choice with an average rainfall of 48 inches per year.

Is there a high resolution map of Kauai?

Below you’ll find a simple map of Kauai Hawaii. Additional Kauai maps will be added as soon as possible. All of these maps can also be purchased from us as high resolution (330dpi PSD) print-ready files. Updated with a new high-resolution Kauai map.

Where are all of the beaches on Kauai?

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How big is Kauai island in square miles?

Kauai, Hawaii’s fourth largest island, is separated into five main regions: Lihue, the East Side (Coconut Coast), the North Shore, the South Shore and the West Side. Occupying 552 square miles, Kauai is circular in shape with lush, mountainous regions in its center and beaches covering almost half its shoreline.

What are the roads like on Kauai island?

Our roadways for the most part are two lanes with little or no shoulder. Please use caution and be respectful of pedestrians and bicyclist. Kauai is a small island community. Locals tend to be a little more relaxed and casual. It is our custom to show aloha including on the roads.