Poipu travel guide

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You're Going to Love Poipu

With a population of 979, Poipu is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Poipu has to offer.

When to visit Poipu

Poipu in September
Estimated package price
$634
2 travelers
Flight to Poipu
3 nights at hotel
Poipu in September
Estimated package price
$634
2 travelers
Flight to Poipu
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Poipu

Plane

When flying to Poipu, you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 15 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Poipu include American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Poipu departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Poipu is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 177 km from Poipu. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Poipu, you’ll arrive at Lihue (LIH), which is located 15 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Poipu include American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Poipu departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Poipu is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 177 km from Poipu. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Poipu

Airlines serving Poipu

Lufthansa
Good (4,680 reviews)
KLM
Good (857 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,510 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,942 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,815 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,611 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (716 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,607 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (966 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,327 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (606 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (549 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (678 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,790 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Poipu

Most booked hotels in Poipu

Koloa Landing Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 191 reviews)
$674+
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 229 reviews)
$808+
Sheraton Kauai Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 148 reviews)
$514+
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 379 reviews)
$426+
Kauai Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1175 reviews)
$252+
Castle Kiahuna Plantation & Beach Bungalows
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 506 reviews)
$370+

Renting a car in Poipu

Renting a car in Poipu costs $60 per day, on average, or $242 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Lihue.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Poipu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Full-size (Chrysler 200 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Poipu, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Poipu costs $60 per day, on average, or $242 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Lihue.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Poipu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Full-size (Chrysler 200 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Poipu, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.