The West Inn Kauai

Property class: 2.5
Suburban hotel within walking distance of Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital

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When you stay at The West Inn Kauai, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital and Kekaha Beach Park. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and surfing/body boarding. Also, Barking Sands Beach and Hanapepe Swinging Bridge are within a short drive.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (6)

  • Near the beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Charcoal grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a microwave, a refrigerator, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a microwave, a refrigerator, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a dining table, and a television.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 600 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with floral bedding, a ceiling fan, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
9690 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, HI, 96796

What's nearby

  • West Kauai Technology and Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Waimea Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Koke'e Mountains - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Russian Fort Elizabeth State Historical Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Aloha 'n Paradise Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chicken In A Barrel Bbq - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Menehune Food Mart - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jo Jo's Shave Ice - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪L&L Hawaiian Barbecue - Waimea - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brew Braddahs - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The West Inn Kauai

  • When you stay at The West Inn Kauai, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital and Kekaha Beach Park. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and surfing/body boarding. Also, Barking Sands Beach and Hanapepe Swinging Bridge are within a short drive.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Friday (1:00 PM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No alcohol served onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Charcoal grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Built in 2011
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Lanai

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Paper towels

More

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 9 2026 to September 21 2026 (dates subject to change).

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID - 171-831-7056-01

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Frequently asked questions

Is The West Inn Kauai currently open?

This property is closed from September 9 2026 to September 21 2026 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at The West Inn Kauai?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The West Inn Kauai?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The West Inn Kauai?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The West Inn Kauai and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, skydiving, and body boarding. The West Inn Kauai also has a picnic area.

Does The West Inn Kauai have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around The West Inn Kauai like?

The West Inn Kauai is a short 3-minute walk from Waimea Bay Beach and 6 minutes' walk from Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital.

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Reviews

The West Inn Kauai Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Several local restaurants with tasty food are within walking distance of the property. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room and amazing staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay and amazing location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful to have fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and sink. Convenient location in the middle of Waimea. Would go back.
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8/10 Very good

room was decent although one of the two beds was old, squeaky and worn out. clean room, staff nice, location good
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was very clean the staff was amazing. Behind the property there was a wonderful walk to the ocean. There was plenty of food options nearby a gas station a grocery store and local options. I would definitely recommend anyone to stay here.
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8/10 Very good

The room was clean but the property had clutter that needed to be cleaned up. My room had no issues, had no ocean view, the park and ocean view are a block away. I cooked on the barbeque and used the pavilion, that was great. The beach near the hotel has cloudy water from the river, a few miles down the road are perfect beaches.
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the West Kauai Inn! The staff are great. Property is in a great location. It was quiet and very walkable to Waimea stores and eateries. Enjoyed my stay and will be back!
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10/10 Exceptional

Best on the West!

I love this westside hotel! Friendly and helpful staff, walking distance to everything you would need.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

A very comfortable stay, clean and walking distance to food places and coffee. Management always responded quickly with information about setting up our stay. Shannon texted us with clear instructions how to access our room since we arrived late at night. Wonderful stay and will highly recommend to our friends and family.
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and Clean

Staff was very helpful. Hotel was comfortable and clean
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Access to our room was easy. The room is clean and comfortable. The location is good and near restaurants and the public pier. There is a lanai with tables and chairs for dining and a view of a small horse ranch bordered by the ocean.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good, friendly and courteous communication. For example, problems with the credit card and the request for a late independent check-in were solved quickly and easily by the great staff. Apart from that, the accommodation is perfectly located for trips to Waimea Canyon. Everything was very clean and nicely prepared. We would gladly stay again.
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8/10 Very good

The staff were very helpful when the air conditioning wasn't working correctly, and they were able to handle that immediately.
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10/10 Exceptional

A surprising gem of a find.

Not to be confused with the WESTIN hotel chain, this small hotel is the only hotel we could find on the far west end of the island close to the canyons and boat excursions to avoid an early morning drive from the 'big" city. We were pleasantly surprised to find this gem with new/ remodeled rooms, clean, good ac. Would recommend this for those wanting to be close to Napoli and canyon tours.
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8/10 Very good

Good 👍
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8/10 Very good

Good short stay!

It was a nice one night stay! Room was spacious and it had a comfy bed and it was clean! The booking was bit of a hassle though. It was frustrating that I had to give all the possible documents beforehand via email/WA and still they asked them again at the motel. And it's not too handy that the check in is only between 3-6 pm.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious, clean, large mini fridge, plus microwave and sink. Bathroom was very nice and large. Full bath and shower. We were very impressed. Staff was informative and thorough. The bed was honestly the most comfortable bed we’ve slept on while away from home. We’ve stayed at in many high end hotels, and this was the best sleep by far. Mahalo.
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6/10 Good

Ok for what I paid, decor need to be revamp /patio table served as dinnette table ...needed some type of chair/couch or something other than the bed to sit in the room. Patio was good fit. Hotel contact and direct text messages on point.
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8/10 Very good

nice stay, love the snacks they left for us, did not love that the 3 nights we were there room service did not show up or ask if we needed any towels or anything but for the most part very pleasant stay and convenient. Also thought it was a bit overpriced, $300 the night was a bit too much for not having pool and other amenities. Something i did love was the communication with the person i booked was pretty on point until the check in process, loved that texting was with fast response. Love the vintage old town feel… i would visit again! Overall pretty good experience.
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8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to stay if visiting the canyon.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great host!!
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4/10 Fair

Ok
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s right off the main road. Very convenient
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is awesome!! They’re close to the beach, access to local restaurants that are tasty, and the room itself was nicer than the website suggested. Totally recommend and would go back.