We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
All 39 Lihue Attractions »

Kilohana Plantation Estate

3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766
808-245-5608
Ranked #5 of 19 attractions in Lihue
4.0 of 5 stars 58 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
Activities: Viewing wildlife
Description: A sugar plantation mansion dating back to the 1930s.
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
Update attraction details
Write a Review

58 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    27
    24
    2
    3
    2
Date Rating
Gimli, Canada
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

This is a beautiful place to visit to see the way it used to be! The train will take you on a visit through the entire plantation and the grounds are lovely. Gaylords restaurant is on site and provides fine dining and there is a gift store on site. It's a beautiful site and no one will be disappointed! More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by ponderosagirl for Lihue
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

They've done a fantastic jOb restoring the old trains and the guide, Tiny, was good fun. My 2yo would have ridden it all day if we weren't all starving to eat lunch (definitely recommend Gaylord's). The animal feeding was a nice surprise too! More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Amarillo, Texas
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Had a great time at the Luau! Also did the rum tasting and train ride! More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by cjk0261 for Lihue
north bend,or
Contributor
19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Our kids enjoyed the train trip. I was thankful that we didn't take the longer trip as I saw those passengers part way through our ride and they looked ready to go.... problem being I don't think time was passing quickly for them. The short trip let's one seeing the fruit growing, feed the pigs, and see more stuff growing.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Princeville, Canada
Contributor
18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

Train ride (worth it) under $20, train guides are very educational. Lovely estate. Nostalgic feeling. Great for kids & adults. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by 1hanako for Lihue
Redondo Beach, California
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012
2
people found this review helpful

This was one of two "shows" we went to... the other was a traditional luau with traditional luau food. This time my newlywed husband and I wanted something special for our last night on the island. I had looked this show up before leaving California and then asked about it at out super plush hotel. It got great reviews both... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Top Contributor
172 reviews 172 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

We attended a wonderful Luau. The food, for a buffet, was very good and efficiently presented. The show was fantastic. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by Jenn L for Lihue
Roseburg, Oregon
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012

The train ride around the property was fun and there is a chance to feed the goats and wild pigs. The main house is great. Our lunch was very good and the service was super. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

As said go for the show not the food. The show as great - food was ok. Our concierge at our hotel told us if you want a great show go here if you want great food and an ok show go to Smith's. So glad we went for the show! Take the train ride too! More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by CB1973 for Lihue
Redondo Beach, California
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

dinner is gormet quality; luau floorshow is 21st centruy updated. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by george r for Lihue

Travellers who viewed Kilohana Plantation Estate also viewed

Kauai\
4 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Lihue, Kauai
Wailua Falls
4 of 5 stars 168 Reviews
Lihue, Kauai
 
Smith Family Luau
4 of 5 stars 126 Reviews
Lihue, Kauai
Hanakapiai Falls
4.5 of 5 stars 42 Reviews
Kauai, HI
 

Been to Kilohana Plantation Estate? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Kilohana Plantation Estate, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing