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The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

A tropical paradise awaits
4.2 out of 5 stars and 6 reviews
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Lihue Kauai, HI
4.2
Praised by couples for:
Amenities
Guests comfort
Unique aesthetic style
The Royal Sonesta was the venue of my dreams. And while we felt it was expensive, I think it was priced fairly. You have the option to rent the venue site and hire your own wedding planner, or you can select from their preset packages. We selected a preset package and were absolutely thrilled with Michelle, our venue coordinator, and the entire process. The only thing that was difficult was that the venue doesn't allow you to reserve your date more than 6 months out, so it felt like we were waiting until the "last minute" to plan our destination wedding and honeymoon. However, the Sonesta team took brilliant care of us. Michelle stayed on top of things with period calls to check in, she sent us a list of approved vendors for the DJ and Florist, she answered all of our 10 million questions, and our wedding day went so smoothly. We didn't have a care in the world on the day of, they just took such great care of us and everything was absolutely beautiful. The venue is STUNNING and the staff really takes hospitality to the next level. And every guest said it was the best wedding food they had ever had. I can't recommend the Royal Sonesta enough!
Allison B.
5.0
Venue was breathtaking! Everything was perfect the day of the wedding...spa treatments, hair and makeup, minister, dinner, reception...everything! Enoch and Pele’s wedding and events were 100% spot on and took care of everything. So glad we chose Kauai!
Penelope S.
5.0

About this venue

An island oasis bursting with aloha charm, The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue is a romantic venue located in the picturesque Lihue, HI. This lovely oceanfront escape beckons couples from far and wide with its luscious gardens overlooking Kalapaki Beach. Close to Waimea Canyon State Park and the natural beauty of Hanalei Bay, this breathtaking resort is the very essence of a tropical paradise. Designed to inspire relaxation and wide-eyed wonder, The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort boasts an array of venues just waiting for your personal touch. The property features over 27,000 square feet of flexible event space, tailor-made for outdoor ceremonies and majestic receptions. The Luau Gardens is especially suited for romantic beach-side weddings with its sweeping views of the Pacific. Against a backdrop of turquoise hues, you can declare your love right on the bay amidst vibrant greenery and native flora. Inside, the grand Kauai Ballroom is the epitome of elegance, with its 25-foot-high ceilings and mesmerizing garden views. You can host a lavish event fit for your epic love story with as many as 1,000 guests for a drinks reception or 900 for a delicious seated dinner. The Puna Ballroom delivers a delightful alternative with an intimate space for 200 loved ones. To truly embrace all that Lihue offers, the resort provides 11 remarkable suites with amazing views to match. At The Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort, there is no detail too small for the team's expert attention. The venue's wedding packages are an incredible selection of personalized services and options designed to help you make the most of their property. Amenities include a deluxe brand open bar, bespoke printed menus, and champagne toasts. An on-site wedding planner will help ease you through every decision, so you can plan your special day in comfort. The resort also invites you to indulge your senses at a complimentary private menu tasting for four. Here, the incredible on-site culinary team will demonstrate their skills for turning the island's fresh ingredients into fine-dining masterpieces.
5+ years in business
Speaks English
Small team (2-10 members)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Hotel
Restaurant
Venue Service Offerings
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
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Reviews
4.2
out of 5.0
6 reviews
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The Royal Sonesta was the venue of my dreams. And while we felt it was expensive, I think it was priced fairly. You have the option to rent the venue site and hire your own weddi...
ng planner, or you can select from their preset packages. We selected a preset package and were absolutely thrilled with Michelle, our venue coordinator, and the entire process. The only thing that was difficult was that the venue doesn't allow you to reserve your date more than 6 months out, so it felt like we were waiting until the "last minute" to plan our destination wedding and honeymoon. However, the Sonesta team took brilliant care of us. Michelle stayed on top of things with period calls to check in, she sent us a list of approved vendors for the DJ and Florist, she answered all of our 10 million questions, and our wedding day went so smoothly. We didn't have a care in the world on the day of, they just took such great care of us and everything was absolutely beautiful. The venue is STUNNING and the staff really takes hospitality to the next level. And every guest said it was the best wedding food they had ever had. I can't recommend the Royal Sonesta enough!
AvatarP
Venue was breathtaking! Everything was perfect the day of the wedding...spa treatments, hair and makeup, minister, dinner, reception...everything! Enoch and Pele’s wedding and eve...
nts were 100% spot on and took care of everything. So glad we chose Kauai!
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AvatarP
The Kauai Marriott was a beautiful place to have our wedding, and Enoch A’ ana at Pele’s Wedding and Events was wonderful to work with. Since I live in Michigan, I had to completel...
y trust him with my wedding ceremony and reception and it was better than I ever could have imagined! I would highly recommend him and the Kaua’i Marriott to anyone getting married.
AvatarK
We booked a last minute travel package to Maui from Oahu.. and it was a great price for an amazing experience! We stayed in the Marriott for 3 nights, and loved it. Service was f...
antastic, and we loved the restaurants, serenity pool and the luau that was hosted on sight. We want to go back!!!
AvatarJ
i didn't actually stay here for my honeymoon. after our reception which was on property of the marriot, we checked in for 2 nights. so we didn't have to drive home and enjoyed the ...
beauty of the property and the lovely room. room service was on time and the in-room coffee was good.
AvatarC
There was a ton of construction with no warning, the front desk was not helpful at all, and everything was overpriced. This is a resort that knows they are in a good location and d...
oes not go the extra mile.

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3610 Rice St, Lihue Kauai, HI
3610 Rice St, Lihue Kauai, HI
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