Kauai points travel guide

Kauai

Pacific · Hawaii, USA

Best Months

Apr, May, Sep, Oct

Rec. Nights

5 nights

Airports

LIH (Lihue)

Avg. Cash

$71.25 - $1,912.57/night

Best Value

2.1¢via Hyatt

Overview

Kauai is Hawaii's oldest and most naturally dramatic island -- nicknamed the Garden Isle for its lush emerald valleys, towering sea cliffs, and cascading waterfalls. The Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon (the 'Grand Canyon of the Pacific'), and the misty peaks of Mount Waialeale make Kauai arguably the most scenic island in the Hawaiian chain.

For points travelers, Kauai is dominated by the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, one of the most beloved Hyatt properties in the world. At 29,000 World of Hyatt points per night for a resort that commands $700+ in cash, it delivers strong CPP value on Poipu Beach.

Kauai is the quietest and least developed of Hawaii's four main tourist islands. There are no buildings taller than a coconut tree and vast stretches of coastline accessible only by boat or helicopter. It is raw, wild, and breathtakingly beautiful.

Cash vs Points

Hotels in Kauai range from $71.25 to $1912.57 per night. Points redemptions offer 2.13+ cents per point value.

Points Hotel Recommendations

10 properties in Kauai bookable with points, sorted by value

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Transfer Points Strategy

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Best Value

If you have Points:

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort \u0026 Spa

HyattHyatt (1:1)Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort \u0026 Spa
Cost50,000 pts/night × 5n = 250,000 Hyatt
Value$4,260.8 ÷ 250,000 pts= 1.7¢
Transfer time: Instant

If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

MarriottMarriott (1:1)Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
Cost90,400 pts/night × 5n = 452,000 Marriott
Value$4,175 ÷ 452,000 pts= 0.9¢
Transfer time: Instant

If you have Points:

THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

WyndhamWyndham (1:1)THE ISO HOTEL, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Cost30,000 pts/night × 5n = 150,000 Wyndham
Value$1,058.25 ÷ 150,000 pts= 0.7¢
Transfer time: Instant

If you have IHG One Rewards Points:

IHGIHG (1:1)
Cost18,700 pts/night × 5n = 93,500 IHG
Value$598.5 ÷ 93,500 pts= 0.6¢
Transfer time: Instant

If you have Hilton Honors Points:

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay

HiltonHilton (1:1)Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay
Cost65,000 pts/night × 5n = 325,000 Hilton
Value$1,502.2 ÷ 325,000 pts= 0.5¢
Transfer time: Instant

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Apr, May, Sep, Oct

Getting There

LIH (Lihue)

Visa & Entry

Check your country's requirements

Budget

From $71.25/night

Packing Essentials

Pack for the climate

Cultural Tips

Respect local customs

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