ResortQuest Islander on the Beach
Information & Amenities
Hotel Information: An open-air lobby with whirring ceiling fans and a veranda looks toward a spacious lawn and pool complex. Pineapple-shaped slats on balconies enhance the rustic look. Lush gardens between buildings and the expansive oceanfront lawn create an only-in-Hawaii scene.
Amenity highlights: Parallel to the ocean is an open lawn, on which lounge chairs can be set. The pool, sundeck, and large hot tub are ringed by hedges low enough so they don't interfere with the panoramic ocean view.
Insider tip: East Kauai's Royal Coconut Coast is an eight-mile strip of sandy beaches, unsurpassed ocean views, and low-key activity. The Wailua River, fed by rainfall on Mt Waialeale, the wettest spot on earth, provided abundant water for ancient Hawaiians to cultivate crops in this area. As a result, the coast abounds in archaeological sites worth visiting.
Property Amenities
The ResortQuest Islander completed a $10 million renovation in 2005. A total of 198 guestrooms were refurbished, and a new plantation-style lobby fronts the resort. A swimming pool and spa tub are located on site, and wireless Internet access is available in public areas and guestrooms (surcharge). Just across the street, the Coconut Plantation Marketplace offers over 60 specialty shops, restaurants, and a movie theater. Parking is free. |
- Concierge services
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Patio
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Parking (free)
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Picnic area
- Suitable for children
- Babysitting or child care
- Laundry facilities
- Internet access in public areas - surcharge
- Internet access - wireless
- Number of rooms: 198
- Bar/lounge
Room Descriptions
This beachfront Hawaii resort offers 198 air-conditioned guestrooms in eight three-story buildings. All rooms at the ResortQuest Islander have private balconies or patios with views of the Pacific Ocean or lush landscaped gardens. Decor includes island-style furnishings, Hawaiian artwork with bronze statuette hula lamps, and stone flooring. Wet bars have granite countertops. Other amenities include mini-refrigerators, flat-screen TVs with cable, mini-stereo systems, in-room safes, and microwave ovens. High-speed Internet access is available (surcharge). Access to the second and third floors is via staircase only.
Smoking is not permitted inside hotel rooms.
The hotel provides two complimentary bottled waters upon arrival.
Room Features
- Internet access - high speed
- Cable/satellite TV
- Coffee/tea maker
- Complimentary toiletries
- Air conditioning
- CD player
- Cassette player
- Balcony
- Patio
- Refrigerator
- Hair dryer
- Clock radio
- Iron/ironing board
- Voice mail
- Wheelchair accessible
- Complimentary newspaper
- Cribs (infant beds) available
- Internet access - surcharge
- Bottled water in room (complimentary)
- Microwave
- Shower/tub combination
- Television (flat-screen with cable)
- In-room safe
Area Attractions
Coconut Marketplace (shopping, dining) - across the street
Lihue - 15-minute drive
Spouting Horn (water spout) - 30-minute drive
National Tropical Botanical Gardens - 30-minute drive
Kilauea Lighthouse (wildlife refuge) - 30-minute drive
Poipu Beach - 30-minute drive
Ke'e Beach (wet and dry caves) - 1-hour drive
Waimea Canyon State Park - 1.5-hour drive
Lihue Airport (LIH): Approximate driving time to the ResortQuest Islander on the Beach is 12 minutes and distance is six miles.
Driving directions from Lihue Airport: Exit the airport from Ahukini Rd. Turn right onto SR 51 (Kapule Hwy), then merge onto SR 56 (Kuhio Hwy). ResortQuest Islander on the Beach is on the right after about four miles.
Getting there: The best option from the airport is a taxi ($16–25; fees subject to change without notice), or a rental car.
Getting around: There are shops and restaurants within walking distance, and taxis are available for short trips around the area. Public transit buses (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice) run north and south along Kuhio Hwy. Guests who plan to do a lot of sightseeing are probably best served by renting a car.
Activities
The Wailua Golf Course runs along the ocean 10 minutes south. The Wailua River, five minutes south, is the longest navigable river in Hawaii, and boat and kayak trips up the river are popular. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply. |
- Snorkeling nearby
- Tennis nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Swimming on site
- Personal watercraft nearby
- Volleyball nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horse riding/rental nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Fishing nearby
Restaurants & Bars
The ResortQuest Islander does not have its own restaurant. Across the street, the Coconut Marketplace, a one-story open-air shopping-and-dining village, contains many restaurants and food stands. |
Location
440 Aleka Place
Kapaa, HI 96746
USA
Nearest major airport:
Lihue, Kauai, HI (LIH-Lihue)
Area:
Wailua, Hawaii, United States of America
Important Information
Extra person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests made via this Web site cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.
- Pets not allowed
- Check-in time is 3 PM
- Check-out time is Noon
