Your Hawaii vacation planning hinges on finding the perfect resort.  If you’re going to be staying on Kauai, you have a variety of great options in that department!  Let’s look at ten of the top resorts for your Hawaii vacation on the island of Kauai.

Princeville Resort

The Princeville, which is located on the north shore, is a full-featured resorting boasting truly awesome surroundings.  It’s set right on Puu Poa Ridge and faces popular Hanalei Bay.

Garden Island Inn

The Garden Island is smack-dab in the center of the hub of Kauai activities.  Shopping, swimming, great dining, and even the Lihue airport are all only minutes away from this great resort.  You can even check out the famed beaches of Kalapaki Bay—it’s only a short walk from the resort.

Kahaheo Inn

The suites are decorated in an irresistible tropical style and the surroundings are nothing short of magnificent.  If your Hawaii vacation plans include checking out the beautiful waterfalls and canyons of Kauai, the Kalaheo Inn may be the perfect resort for you.

The Point at Poipu

The Point is a Diamond Resorts International vacation spot.  The accommodations definitely fall into the “deluxe” category.  The Point has great suites (many with two bathrooms) with better-than-home kitchens and variety of extras.

Kauai Inn

The Kauai Inn is the kind of magnificent plantation-style resorts people often think of when imagining a Hawaii vacation.  It’s perfect launching pad to activities ranging from golf to kayaking, situated only a few minutes from Kalapaki Beach.

Kauai Palms Hotel

Kalapaki Bay and its fantastic beaches are within walking distance of the Kaui Palms.  The resort is only minutes from the airport and the plantation-style property is extremely nice, considering just how inexpensive a stay at the Palms can be.  This is a great resort option for those who are looking to visit the island on a budget.

ResortQuest Aloha Beach Hotel

The Aloha Beach is one of three ResortQuest properties to make our list.  This facility stretches over ten acres of carefully-landscaped grounds, near the Wailua River.  Whether your looking for a room or one of the resort’s cottages, you’ll be impressed with the Aloha Beach.  Swimmers take note:  This resort provides access to one of the Island’s only protected swimming beaches!

ResortQuest Kauai Beach at Makaiwa

This is the third ResortQuest entry on our list and it’s a beauty!  The Kauai Beach at Makaiwa has been recently renovated and redecorated, paying tribute Hawaii’s interesting history.  This is a great beachfront resort option.

Sheraton Kauai Resort

If you’re looking for a way to have a great Hawaii vacation on the island’s south shore, the Sheraton is a great resort location.  It’s right on beautiful Poipu Beach and is right in the middle of the island’s most popular activities and attractions.

Outrigger Waipouli Beach Resort

The Outrigger is a sprawling resort offering a complete spa experience.  If you want a great deal of individual control over your Hawaii vacation (and a little bit of elbow room), the well-appointed Outrigger, which offers large one- and two-bedroom options, is a perfect choice.

ResortQuest Islander on the Beach

The folks from ResortQuest obviously recognize just how important location can be when it comes to selecting a vacation resort.  The Islander is right next to the famed Coconut Marketplace and is right on the oceanfront.

This isn’t an exhaustive list of Kauai resorts.  The island features many great vacation destinations.  These particular properties, however, have played host to many great Hawaii vacations, and will undoubtedly see countless more in the future.