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Kauaʻi Event Venues

Kauaʻi Events

A premier destination situated along the breathtaking Kalapaki Beach, The Royal Sonesta Kaua’i Resort – Lihue offers a harmonious blend of stunning venues and exceptional culinary offerings, creating the perfect backdrop for events of any scale.

  • Largest ballroom on the island (The Kaua’i Ballroom)
  • Unique indoor and outdoor event spaces
  • Beachfront luau grounds
  • Sprawling gardens
  • Breathtaking views

Event Venues

Kauaʻi Ballroom 

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Host your next grand event in the Kaua’i Ballroom, the island’s largest ballroom event space. With 16,552 sq. ft. of space for up to 1,350 guests, this venue offers 25-ft ceilings and ample natural light from large windows facing the resort’s tropical gardens.

Ideal for:

  • Charity Galas & Fundraisers
  • Large Conferences & Conventions
  • Large-Scale Corporate Events

Ideal for:

  • Lavish Destination Weddings 
  • Multi-day Wedding Celebrations 
  • Themed Weddings 

Kauaʻi Ballroom 

Floorplans and capacity

Banquet Rounds

Up to 900 guests

Classroom

Up to 800 guests

Cocktail Rounds

Up to 1000 guests

Theater

Up to 1350 guests

Kamala O Kalapaki Gardens

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Kamala O Kalapaki Gardens provides 5,000 sq. ft. of serene outdoor space, ideal for unforgettable gatherings in a lush, tranquil setting.

Ideal for:

  • Large-Scale Corporate Events
  • Charity Galas & Fundraisers
  • Social Events

Ideal for:

  • Destination Weddings
  • Outdoor Garden Weddings
  • Cocktail-Style Receptions

Kauaʻi Court

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Perfect for pre-event mingling, Kaua’i Court offers 2,688 sq. ft. of elegant open-air pre-function space with 25-ft ceilings, ideal for gatherings of up to 150 guests.

Ideal for:

  • Cocktail Hour
  • Pre-function Event
  • Large-Scale Corporate Events

Ideal for: 

  • Intimate Weddings 
  • Cocktail Hour 
  • Elopements 

Kauaʻi Court

Floorplans and capacity

Banquet Rounds

Up to 120 guests

Theater

Up to 150 guests

Puna Ballroom

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Create a truly unforgettable experience for your guests in our breathtaking mezzanine-level ballroom. This elegant and expansive space can accommodate up to 1,350 guests, or be divided into four smaller Salon meeting rooms.

Ideal for:

  • Cocktail Hour
  • Family Reunions
  • Corporate Retreats & Team-Building Events

Ideal for:

  • Lavish Destination Weddings
  • Multi-day Wedding Celebrations
  • Themed Weddings

Puna Ballroom

Floorplans and capacity

Banquet Rounds

Up to 240 guests

Classroom

Up to 270 guests

Theater

Up to 475 guests

Puna Court

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Overlooking our tropical gardens, Puna Court offers 2,464 sq. ft. of sophisticated open-air event space with 25-ft ceilings, perfect for intimate gatherings of up to 150 guests.

Ideal for:

  • Cocktail Hour
  • Family Reunions
  • Corporate Retreats & Team-Building Events

Ideal for:

  • Destination Weddings
  • Themed Weddings
  • Cocktail Hour

Puna Court

Floorplans and capacity

Banquet Rounds

Up to 120 Guests

Theater

Up to 150 Guests

Wai’ale’ale Lawn

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Host your next outdoor event on the stunning oceanfront Wai’ale’ale Lawn, offering 3,000 sq. ft. of versatile space overlooking the golden sands of Kalapaki Beach.

Ideal for:

  • Large-Scale Corporate Events
  • Charity Galas & Fundraisers
  • Social Events

Ideal for:

  • Intimate Weddings
  • Outdoor Garden Weddings
  • Cocktail-Style Receptions

Event Catering

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue’s talented culinary team is dedicated to creating customized menus that suit your event’s purpose and guests’ preferences. With a focus on fresh, locally inspired flavors and impeccable service, our catering ensures your gathering is not just an event but a culinary experience to be remembered.

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