By Sarah Burchard
16 February, 2026
Photo courtesy of Club Wyndham Kauai Coast Resort at the Beachboy.
This article was updated Feb. 16, 2025.
Let’s face it, Kauaʻi is an expensive place to stay. In this economy, the average hotel room costs $400 or more per night. That’s why we’re sharing our top picks for the best budget-friendly hotels on the Garden Isle. The list below features accommodations for less than $400 per night.
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Photo courtesy of OUTRIGGER Kaua’i Resort & Spa.
Known for its immersive cultural programs, OUTRIGGER puts ʻohana values first. The property is conveniently located about 15 minutes from Līhu‘e Airport and includes four swimming pools, including one with a slide, and beachfront access. Each room is provided with a beach cleanup kit so guests can participate in the resort's beach cleanup program.
Aloha Fridays are filled with hula and the sound of pahu drums by the pool. Tuesday mornings are particularly special as guests are invited to the beach to greet the sun by learning the E Ala E Hawaiian chant with revered Kumu Hula Maka Herrod.
Rooms from $334
Photo courtesy of Club Wyndham Kauai Coast Resort at the Beachboy.
Picture yourself waking up every morning with a stroll down Kauai’s Royal Coconut Coast. Club Wyndham Kauai Coast Resort at the Beachboy prides itself on helping guests get back to nature and really unplug with eight acres of tropical landscaping, fire pits, picnic areas, hammocks, barbecue grills and tranquil oceanfront surroundings.
Choose from spacious studios and one- and two-bedroom suites that comfortably sleep two to six guests. Enjoy the privacy of separate bedrooms, a full kitchen, private lanai, washer/dryers (in most rooms), dining/living areas with TVs and free WIFI.
Rooms from $339
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Photo courtesy of Hilton Garden Inn.
The best thing about this resort is the location. Not only is it just a few minutes from Old Kapaʻa Town and Wailua River, but its also right on Wailua Bay Beach. The open-air lobby has a comfy place to lounge or work, The Garden Grille and a "corner store" with everything you need for your room including wine, snacks, packaged ramen (with microwaves to heat), yogurt, sandwiches, sliced fresh fruit and more. There are also two pools, a hot tub and the Wailua Nui Lūʻau. Rooms include Keurig Coffee maker and tea brewers, work desk, Flat screen HDTV, Microwave, refrigerator and alarm clock. Many have ocean views.
Rooms from $299
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort.
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort brings the best of Kauaʻi to greet each guest, featuring a beautiful beach locale and amenities that include WIFI, refrigerators, and private lanai in each room. The resort also features the Lūʻau Ka Hikina, oceanfront dining, sunrise yoga, fitness center, onsite laundry facility, pool and beach access.
Rooms from $363
Photo by Joe Jenkins, courtesy of Hanalei Colony Resort.
Heaven on earth takes on a new meaning at Hanalei Colony Resort, located just minutes from Hanalei in Haʻena on Kauai’s North Shore. Unlike the posh and more centralized resorts, Hanalei Colony Resort offers a true escape away from it all, featuring Plantation-style accommodations with sweeping ocean or mountain views, private lanai, WIFI and large picture windows. Some perks of the property include sunrise over the ocean, an onsite spa, free parking and beach access.
Rooms from $303
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Aston Islander on the Beach.
Aston Islander on the Beach offers visitors a cozy and intimate Kauaʻi experience, featuring charming plantation-style decor, pool (with pool bar), hot tub, coffee shop, free parking and beachfront access. You're also walking distance from Coconut Marketplace where you'll find shops, grocery store, Longs and a weekly farmers market. Rooms have coffee-makers, free WIFI and lanai.
Rooms from $316
Photo courtesy of THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham.
THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham, is another conveniently located oceanfront resort on Kauai’s East Side. The property is near Old Kapaʻa Town, 'Opaeka'a Falls and the Sleeping Giant hiking trail with ocean views, plenty of shopping and dining options nearby, pool, sunrise yoga classes and beach access. Parking, WIFI, coffee and continental breakfast are all free.
Rooms from $264
Photo courtesy of Banyan Harbor Resort.
Budget-friendly and boasting all the necessary amenities one would want, Banyan Harbor Resort is located in Līhuʻe just a short stroll from Kalapaki Beach and Anchor Cove Mall. Amenities include pool, outdoor grills, tennis/pickleball courts, basketball court and shuffleboard. Choose from one- and two-bedroom condos with kitchen, dining area, lanai, washer and dryer. The resort also provides free airport shuttle.
Rooms from $281
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