Top Resorts on Kauai for Families
Our 3 Best Family-Friendly Resorts on Kauai
Three of the top family resorts on the beautiful island of Kauai include The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas, Marriott Kauai Resort, and The Sheraton Kauai Resort. Located on the North Shore, Lihue, and Poipu Beach respectively, these resorts offer a unique and rejuvenating vacation experience with all the amenities, services, and activities to suit the needs of any age. All three locations are close to many of the incredible Kauai Attractions and the magnificent sights of the Garden Island that people travel far and wide to visit.
The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas
The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas, located in Princeville on Kauai’s pristine North Shore, offers a unique and beautiful Hawaiian accommodation experience. The point of difference that sets the resort apart and makes it the ideal family getaway is the very spacious studios and one-bedroom villas that offer a unique ‘home away from home’ feeling. The rooms are equipped with full-sized refrigerators, large kitchens, and kitchenettes, as well as pullout couches – catering ideally for families and couples. Unlike a standard hotel room, the larger kitchen and spacious refrigerators give guests the option of shopping locally at farmers' markets and cooking and living as a local would. All studios can be adjoined to neighboring villas for larger, perhaps multi-generational families to spread out. The Westin Princeville offers the best of both worlds with all the traditional amenities that one would expect from an upscale hotel, like daily housekeeping and room service, with the option to do some or all things independently. The Westin Princeville is set on spacious grounds, and even at full capacity, the resort is very quiet and peaceful. Around the pools, there are six BBQ areas, with a total of 20 BBQs for outdoor family events and parties. The Westin is known for its outdoor parties and hosts the Annual Westin Princeville Jazz & Wine Festival on the lawn every September. The resort has two restaurants. Nanea which offers indoor and outdoor seating with beautiful distant ocean views, open for breakfast through dinner for delectable island-inspired dining, and the Wailele Bar, situated adjacent to the main swimming pool and featuring casual poolside dining including local favorites and invigorating fruit smoothies or specialty tropical drinks.
The Westin Princeville features a steam room, dry sauna, and a full workout room. Spa services are located in outdoor Papai (gazebo) by the pools or on the spacious lawn and are also available in the comfort of your villa. Guests may take advantage of the Westin’s sister hotel 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay (formerly the St. Regis Princeville) and charge services such as the full-service Halele’a Spa or any dining experience back to their Westin room as part of the “stay at one, dine at all” program. Daily activities at The Westin include activities such as lei making, koi fish feeding, surfing lessons or nature walks. Local activities include the 27 hole Makai Golf Course, Princeville tennis courts, horseback riding, zipline, and more. Several intimate outdoor areas are available for small ocean view weddings, including ceremonies, receptions, and other special events for up to 100 guests with customized menus of island-inspired dishes. Known for its lush mountain peaks and piercing blue ocean vistas, Kauai’s North Shore offers an ideal setting for rejuvenation, and the Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas are the ideal location for that perfect family vacation.
Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club
Similarly, the idyllic location of Marriott's Kauai Beach Club, situated right on Kalapaki Bay in Lihue - central to so much of what the Garden Island has to offer - make this resort an attractive destination, especially for families, but also for honeymooners and convention or business groups. What sets the Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club apart from other luxury hotels in Hawaii is the warm island hospitality (often termed the ‘aloha spirit’), and the relaxing and spacious, comfortable environment that truly makes it a home away from home. The spacious 5-star hotel rooms, most of which offer beautiful views and feature a balcony, are second to none in comfort and location, and offer that uniquely Hawaiian experience with beautiful tropical patterns and upholstery.
The resort offers something for everyone in the family, with a wide variety of recreational activities, from Hawaiian cultural experiences to world-class art galleries as well as a broad selection of water sports - including surf, paddleboard, and kayak beach rentals. For the golf enthusiast, The Ocean Course at Hōkūala — an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature course — is a short drive away (formerly marketed as Kauai Lagoons; course is open while its clubhouse undergoes renovation through late 2026). Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club also boasts a 24-hour fitness center, as well as many fitness and beach yoga classes to choose from. There are outdoor movies each Tuesday night, hula lessons, ukulele lessons, and live music most evenings. The beautifully landscaped gardens display a uniquely oriental theme – featuring a variety of gondolas, statues, and carved friezes, which remained from the original hotel. Alexander Spa offers a variety of massages and body treatments, as well as its full Salon, which specializes in bridal services. To add to your experience, there are a variety of boutique shops dotted throughout the complex.
Delightful island seafood and fresh produce abound in the relaxing and open-air restaurants and lounges The many restaurants in and around the resort include Kukui’s Poolside Restaurant and Bar (island-inspired cuisine), Kalapaki Grill (light fare, burgers by the pool), Toro Tei (Japanese sushi bar), Aupaka Terrace (breakfast and light dinner fare), Dukes (seafood restaurant with ocean views) and Café Portofino (al fresco Italian fine dining with views). With the Marriott brand, you know what to expect when it comes to personalized service with their unique ‘Spirit to Serve’ philosophy. Discover a leader in style and service among Kauai hotels and resorts and enjoy breathtaking beachfront views at the Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club.
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The Sheraton Kauai Resort
The Sheraton Kauai Resort offers casual elegance in an oceanfront playground, fronting the quarter-mile, crescent-shaped, white sand Poipu Beach on Kauai's South Shore. The resort’s premier location is complemented by a significant renovation that added new social gathering areas, a swimming pool, and updated dining. The hotel was first built in 1968, and the buildings exude that ‘old-Hawaii’ atmosphere with a modern touch. Sheraton Kauai is a wonderful family-friendly resort in an ideal location that offers everything that is needed for the perfect getaway.
Perfectly situated to greet the sunrise, every guest room in the Beach and Ocean Wings faces the sea. It is truly something to walk onto your private lanai and take in the breathtaking ocean views, especially during the winter months when the whales are active. For those who prefer quiet beauty, the Garden Wing accommodations overlook acres of vibrant tropical blooms and sparkling waterfalls. Connecting rooms are available for families. Each room features beautiful four-poster Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Beds (either one king or two doubles), private lanai, LCD flat-screen TV, in-room movies, and Sheraton bath amenities. As part of the daily resort fee, additional services typically include valet parking, oceanfront yoga, wireless internet access, courtesy shuttle service to Poipu area attractions, and cultural activities including arts and crafts and hula lessons. Whatever your interests may be, the resort concierge is on-call to book activities and help plan your itinerary. Given the oceanfront location, you will find unlimited beach activities right outside your door. Scuba and snorkeling equipment, boogie boards, and beach cabanas are available at the Activity Center adjacent to the resort’s two swimming pools - the brand new oceanfront pool and the tranquil garden pool. Even the fitness center, which has been refreshed with all new facilities, offers a workout with an ocean view. Excellent shopping and numerous local attractions are within walking distance.
Dining options include the oceanfront RumFire Poipu Beach restaurant and a casual poolside bar. The resort also hosts a luʻau on the beach lawn. Over 60,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space is available. Spa services in oceanside bungalows specialize in Lomi Lomi techniques. Sheraton Kauai Resort offers something for everyone — the whole family can relax and enjoy the ultimate vacation experience.
Whether you choose The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas, Marriott Kauai Resort, or The Sheraton Kauai Resort, you will be sure to enjoy a relaxing and unforgettable family vacation experience on the magical island of Kauai.
