Located in Kapaa, Hotel Coral Reef is on the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Ho'olalaea Waterfall and Kela's Glass Gallery. .This beach hotel is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Nawiliwili Harbor and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kapa'a Beach Park.
What's nearby
Kapa'a Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Fuji Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Waipouli Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Coconut Marketplace - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Lae Nani Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Lihue Airport (LIH) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Java Kai Kapaa - 5 min walk
Holy Grail Donuts - 2 min walk
Kountry Kitchen - 1 min walk
Tony’s Catch - 4 min walk
Fish Bar Deli - 6 min walk
About this property
Hotel Coral Reef
Beachfront, with outdoor pool
Hotel Coral Reef offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers.
This Kapaa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 27 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and DVD players. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
Free bicycle rentals
Outdoor pool
Snorkelling
Family friendly
DVD player
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On the beach
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
2 buildings
3 floors
Built in 1956
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Free local calls
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
A late check-out fee will be charged
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - TA-116-461-1584-01
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Alcohol is not served at this property
Property is also known as
Coral Reef Hotel
Coral Reef Kapaa
Hotel Coral
Hotel Coral Reef
Hotel Coral Reef Kapaa
Hotel Reef
Hotel Coral Reef Kauai/Kapaa
Hotel Coral Reef Hotel
Hotel Coral Reef Kapaa
Hotel Coral Reef Hotel Kapaa
Reviews
Hotel Coral Reef Reviews
8.2
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
7.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 501 out of 1003 reviews
10 - Excellent
501
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 1003 reviews
8 - Good
269
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1003 reviews
6 - Okay
115
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1003 reviews
4 - Poor
61
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1003 reviews
2 - Terrible
57
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Zachariah
Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Such a great place in the middle to venture either side of the island for adventures. Thanks for the good memories and times I had. I will cherish forever.
Zachariah
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
4/10 Poor
Lea
Travelled with family
15 Jun 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Place is very outdated, couch in our room was covered in stains. Our bed and pillows were very uncomfortable. My two kids had to sleep on the pull out couch and it too was very uncomfortable (most are). Thankfully it was just for one night. The location and pool were the good parts. Right on the beach and the pool was clean.
I never get a vacation first of all. I will be in debt for years over this but I wanted to celebrate my daughter’s 18th and Highschool graduation.
Upon arrival the lobby is super cluttered and their complimentary breakfast is left over banana bread. Finally get to room only to notice the filth on the fan blades (1inch thick of dust and grime), filthy mirror that’s never been cleaned, mold and dust all over the air unit and the blinds.. fingerprints all the over the fridge and microwave! Let’s not forget the roaches floating in the fridge. Go to crawl in bed and can smell a stench of old dirty head on my pillow and there was hair on the sheets. Had to ask housekeeping to come replace the sheets and the worker came storming in slamming stuff around, like we were a problem. Asked to have ceiling fan cleaned when we eventually ask for housekeeping? They decided to come clean the fan without permission on entering the room.. kinda felt violated! The free bike rentals left us stranded a couple of times due to the chains coming off. Wanted to do a load of laundry to have something clean to wear home and that was out of order!
Such a great location but whoever is running the place it’s going downhill. A refund for at least a few of the days would be great as I will no longer book with hotels.com.
Super grossed out and will never stay or recommend Hotel Coral reef
Friendly staff. Nice room. Beautiful view of the ocean.
Rebekah
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10 Good
Cynthia
Travelled with partner
30 May 2025
Liked: Amenities
The hotel is dated. Our mattress rolled to the center and needs to be replaced. The shower let out an ear-piercing squeel that could not be stopped. However, it is in a great location, walkable to fun restaurants and coffee shops. It is on the ocean with great views from some rooms, and it has a great lanai with chairs as well as chairs on the lawn as well. The pool is fabulous, well-kept and clean, and the waterfall was a real plus. Overall, we would stay here again, but hope they update the rooms.
Cynthia
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Marilize
Travelled with group
28 May 2025
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
There were roaches found in my room… so not very clean
We stayed here for one night before going to our timeshare. The staff in the office are super nice - family run think. We were placed in a room that had a horrible view of a lot next door with a lot of trash - rugs, etc. The room was really small. II know I booked a room with City view but this was not what I expected. The bed and sheets were awesome and they offered free bikes to ride. Overall, I would stay again but would probably pay more for a room that was in the other building facing the water.
We love this little hotel. The staff is awesome and you are right on the beach. Try the in-house cafe for breakfast! If you want a quiet stay at a place that makes you feel at home. Try the Hotel coral Reef!
Property was clean and service was great
Bikes were an added plus for staying there we got to ride up and down the trail along the ocean!
For being an ocean front property you really can’t beat the price! Sure it’s older but it was the most comfortable bed I’ve slept in for a while!
Thankyou for sharing your island with us! It was a beautiful stay! And nice comfortable environment