Poipu Mini Guide Vacation Rentals, Nightlife, Beaches, Activities, Things To See & Do in Poipu
Poipu meaning "crashing waves" in Hawaiian", sits on the pulsating and vibrant south coast of Kauai.
This tourist friendly beach resort offers an unforgettable vacation with its glorious white sandy beaches, culture and spectacular coastal scenery and is the perfect place for a family holiday, an escape with friends, or a romantic getaway.
As a vacation hot spot, Poipu is also home to some gorgeous beach front property where you can rent a villa or condo knowing that all the local amenities around the beach and downtown at The Shops are close by.
| Top things to see and do | |
|---|---|
| See the amazing Na Pali Coast by boat | ✔ |
| Visit the Na `Aina Kai Botanical Gardens | ✔ |
| Farmers market at Koloa | ✔ |
| Explore the Moir Gardens | ✔ |
| Hike the 2 mile coastal trail to Mahaulepu Beach | ✔ |
| Helicopter ride over the lush interior | ✔ |
| Tour of the Kauai Coffee Company plantation | ✔ |
Poipu Nightlife
The evening entertainment at Poipu is great fun with plenty of beach bars, restaurants and shops plus the shows and entertainers laid on by the resort hotels such as the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa are not to be missed.
As with the rest of Kauai, the nightlife tends to finish relatively early - people don't come to Kauai for late partying - its more about the feeling of being on one of the most beautiful islands on the planet. As the sun sets, the best place to experience authentic Kauai nightlife in Poipu is to make camp at one of the beach bars and restaurants, listen to live music, watch the waves tumble in and dine under the stars.
Poipu Beaches
The beach at Poipu is simply stunning and attracts visitors from all over the island. Unlike the north shore beaches during the winter with their enormous surf, the waters around the southern beach resorts of Kauai are relatively tranquil and perfect for swimming and snorkelling.
Poipu beach also has a lifeguide, restrooms and showers and is just 14 miles from the large residential district of Lihue which means it can get very busy.
Other beaches close to Poipu...
- Lawai Beach - good for snorkelling
- Brennecke’s Beach - body boarding
- Lawai Beach
Featured Poipu Condominiums
Poipu Vacation Rentals
Like most places in Kauai, the accommodation options in and around Poipu cater for all budgets and tastes.
Experience the very best of Poipu by staying in a vacation rental. Many holiday homes are condos set within touching distance of the palm fringed beaches and local amenities and typically come with all the modern refinements.
Wake up in your spacious Poipu condominium to breathtaking views of the bay and the roaring waves of the Pacific, before heading off to the uncrowded beaches to relax, top up your tan or do some sightseeing.
| Activities | |
|---|---|
| Spa & wellbeing at the resort hotels | ✔ |
| Horse riding tours | ✔ |
| Mountain tubing through the flumes & tunnels | ✔ |
| Kayak up the Wailua River | ✔ |
| Scuba diving | ✔ |
| Surf, windsurfing, sailing, boogie boarding | ✔ |
| Golf | ✔ |
Twin centre holidays
If you are visiting Poipu, a popular option is to combine your stay with a few days relaxing by the shores at one of the other beach resorts on Kauai or perhaps on one of the other Hawaiian islands. Popular destinations include...
- Kailua-Kona - Big Island Hawaii
- Kapolei - Oahu
- Honolulu - Oahu
Our view on Poipu
A lovely location for a relaxing romantic getaway or a family holiday, Poipu is blessed with stunning scenery, white sandy beaches, vibrant nightlife and plenty of activities for all ages.
