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The West Inn Kauai

The West Inn Kauai
The West Inn Kauai – Waimea, HI
The West Inn Kauai – Waimea, HI
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The West Inn Kauai

This west Kauai hotel is located across from Waimea Historic Theater, about 5 blocks from the Waimea Bridge. We offer private accommodations's with free Wi-Fi and free parking, up to one car per room. Each unit is air-conditioned room and has a Smart TV with DirecTV, including HBO. All rooms include a microwave and a refrigerator while suites offer a fully equipped kitchen for longer terms stays. The West Inn Kauai has a BBQ Pavillion for guests who wish to grill. Coin-operated laundry facilities and vending machines featuring drinks are also available. Smoking is allowed in the BBQ Pavillion area only, no smoking in rooms or on decks. The Pacific Missile Range Facility(PMRF) is 8 minutes from of the hotel and Kauai Veteran’s Memorial Hospital(KVMH) is less than 1 mile away. License Number(s): 1-6-008-009-0000

Amenities

  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Excellent 190 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

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

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location. Comfortable beds. Better than average appliances, coffee maker, large fridge, tv etc. View of ocean, and an easy walk to non swimming beach. Complex registration process in addition to just using the booking app. Air conditioner was a bit noisy.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

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

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great place to spend the night ahead of a day in Waimea Canyon. Air conditioned!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very clean room and amazing staff.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    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.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Extremely clean (truly impressed - outside looks unassuming) and affordable lodging option, in all of Kauai. The area is a bit barren. There are food options but it feels a bit “at the end of the road”. Some homeless folk are around. This is all completely manageable. You’ll be in the park most of the time.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Ok

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Great stay and amazing location.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    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.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    We came from a few time zones east so the morning roosters were fine with us, still set your alarm as you get used to them after a day or two. Waimea canyon access is a few minutes drive. A great coffee shop and local movie theater is across the street. Kids bring your boogie boards as you can catch the river current out and then ride the waves back in. We were lucky to catch the Chinese New Year celebration in Hanapepe that the kids will love but every Friday night is an arts night celebration there. Talk Story Bookstore has moved from their original location unfortunately but the kids will love to be in the home town of Lilo and Stitch. .

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Nice place to stay

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Located in middle of town . Wasn't around long enough to notice anything we didn't like.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Nice place with attentive staff. large room with all the essentials. great location for exploring Waimea Canyon.

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    HOT WATER

  • Engine customer Sep 2025

    Cost. The taxes

  • Engine customer Sep 2025

    It’s right off the main road. Very convenient

  • Engine customer Jun 2025

    What a gem for travelers exploring Waimea Canyon and the Napali Coast without having to fork out resort prices. There's nothing fancy about little Waimea. The same is true with the West Inn. One travel guide we read described it as the closest thing to a Holiday Inn Express (compared to resorts down the coast toward Lihue). Fair enough. But it was totally comfortable, quiet and off-the-charts clean. Impressive. The owner was extremely helpful in accommodating our late check-in after a day on the water for a coastal tour, and provided tips on local restaurants. Our advice: Dinner at locally owned Wrangler's Steakhouse was outstanding, even if we only ordered simple burgers and beer. Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Top-quality food. Like the West Inn, strong management shows in the product at Wrangler's Steakhouse. Nothing could have been better.

  • Engine customer Jun 2025

    The bed and pillows.

  • Engine customer Jun 2025

    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.

Frequently asked questions about The West Inn Kauai

Does The West Inn Kauai have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The West Inn Kauai offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The West Inn Kauai offer parking?
Yes, The West Inn Kauai offers free parking on-site.
Does The West Inn Kauai have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
The West Inn Kauai does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Waimea, see business hotels in Waimea.
Does The West Inn Kauai have a fitness center?
The West Inn Kauai does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is The West Inn Kauai located, and how walkable is the area?
The West Inn Kauai is located at 9690 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, HI 96796. With a Walk Score of 43, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

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