Kauai in July: where to stay?

My husband and I are taking our honeymoon in July. What is the best part of the island to stay on? We are doing most recreational things in Maui just prior, so mainly want to relax and probably zipline. We are not high maintenance, but unfortunately, he will need internet access to do a little bit of work...

Kauai in July: where to stay?

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This a pretty common question and one that%26#39;s not easily answered without more info as to what you are looking for, budget etc. Many many older threads have many, many opinions. You may also wish to reviews the hotels/condos listed with recommendations under the Hotel tab. The more detailed your question, the greater the chance of a useful reply.

Kauai in July: where to stay?

Sounds like from what info you%26#39;ve given that the north shore would fit the bill best. It is the greenest and lushest part of the island and in the summer that is where you will find the best ocean conditions.

Your options for lodgimg will be either a condo somewhere in Princeville (on a bluff above the ocean) or a private house or cottage in Kilauea, Anini Beach, Princeville, Hanalei or Haena. Dave is right, if you give us some more info you will get some good specific recommendations.

We have always traveled to Kauai in July. This year is the first we are doing May.

We love the North shore in July for it%26#39;s lush scenery, great beaches, etc.

We play a little golf, snorkel at Tunnels, eat out most every evening and generally just Veg out.

If you are looking for a relaxing place, then IMO try up North.

You say you are doing more ';recreational'; things on Maui. Kauai has fabulous activities as well and if you plan on a helicopter ride I would wait and do that on Kauai.

As the links Dave gave you will tell you take advantage of the good ocean conditions on the North Shore during the summer. This is the green, lush part of the island with the wonderful beaches. Much more laid back than Maui. Not much night life except hand holding on the beach watching the sunsets. No super fancy restaurants. Just put your sundress on and flip flops and relax. Lots of great activities to experience like kayaking down the Hanalei River to the bay, hiking, visiting Waimea Canyon (a don%26#39;t miss), zipline at Princeville Ranch and snorkel at Tunnels Beach. Many years ago, my honeymoon had the same plan. First Maui then Kauai. Great plan.

Better get cracking on accommodations. July is a busy month and I see the nicer homes and condos getting filled up.

Just remember no hotels on the North side. Condos and homes are the choices. Westin is a timeshare property and Hanalei Bay Resort is condos and timeshare combo. If you research HBR rent through a private owner only. VRBO is a good place to start.

If you want a bigger resort feel then look into The Grand Hyatt or Marriott Lihue. Both nice properties and popular with honeymooners.