re: Where to stay on Kauai?

We eat at Hanalei Dolphin a lot. Great wahoo sandwich and it has the little river behind it. It is on the right after crossing the one way bridge and just before you get into the main part of Hanalei.

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I went last summer and stayed at Marriott in Lihue. Had the time of my life! Really can't go wrong with whatever you do. I played the Prince course at Princeville. It blew my mind... Also played Kauai Lagoons at Marriott and enjoyed it as well. My favorite hike was at the end of the highway on the north side of the island (past Princeville and Hanalei Bay.) There was a nice restaurant called Hanalei Dolphin Restaurant nearby. I really enjoyed eating at the Beach House on the south side. Did the helicopter tour and it was aww inspiring. That island is probably the greatest place in the world. Incredible food all over the island. Best shaved ice...

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Good post. I lived on Kauai for almost 8 years. Still own a condo there and go every couple months from Oahu. Lihue is a good middle point but if you're only there for 5 days, stay in Princeville or Poipu. I would say Princeville if you are staying at Regis. God food north side, great hikes and awesome beaches.

Poipu does have a lot more going on now that they opened up the restaurants and shops. Definitely head there for the beach and food. Waimea Canyon is about an hour past there. Get some shaved ice.

Dolphin in Hanalei is great. Secret beach, Ke'e, Queen's Bath, waterfalls, etc on North shore. Definitely do the Napali Coast snorkel trip. And do a helicopter if you can as well.

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