4/5 - Good
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Small rustic town. Keep it this way
Lihue, HI
Travel Guide
Visit Lihue
Where to stay in Lihue
Nawiliwili
4.5/5(181 area reviews)
While visiting Nawiliwili, you might make a stop by sights like Nawiliwili Harbor and Kalapaki Beach.
Hanamaulu
4.5/5(338 area reviews)
You'll love the stunning beaches in Hanamaulu, and you might want to stick around to check out Hanamaulu Beach Park, a top place to visit.
Puhi
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travelers like about Puhi. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Kilohana Plantation and Puakea Golf Course are a few top places to visit.
Kapaia
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Kapaia. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Kauai Museum and The Ocean Course at Hokuala, a few notable attractions nearby.
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
3-5920 Kuhio Hwy, Lihue, HI
The price is SAR 794 per night from May 26 to May 27
SAR 794
SAR 1,047 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Great location. Outdated but great view. No balcony on second floor. Very disappointed there is no balcony. $50 per day for resort fee and parking stinks. Wasn’t expecting that. Coffee cups are tiny. Breakfast is decent but overpriced."
Reviewed on 6 May 2025
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI
The price is SAR 1,651 per night from May 11 to May 12
SAR 1,651
SAR 2,146 total
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Had a fabulous experience. It's beautiful, in a great location (close to Lihue Airport), but most importantly, the staff was awesome. Everyone was friendly, helpful, and seemed to genuinely enjoy being there. Would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
The price is SAR 996 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
SAR 996
SAR 1,330 total
1 Jun - 2 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,316 reviews)
"We loved our view from our room.. the restaurants were good, the staff friendly... enjoyed the pools."
Reviewed on 7 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Banyan Harbor Resort
3411 Wilcox Rd, Lihue, HI
Stay at this hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a 24-hour business center, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)
"Awesome experience going back soon. Centrally located."
Reviewed on 7 May 2025
Kauai Beach Villas
4330 Kauai Beach Drive, Lihue, HI
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (459 reviews)
"Close to the airport. Easy access. Friendly customer service. Loved having a W/D in unit. We'll book here again."
Reviewed on 4 May 2025
Castle Kaha Lani Resort
4460 Nehe Rd, Lihue, HI
Book a stay at this beach condo in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (752 reviews)
"Great ocean views!! We stayed for a week and had a wonderful time. Easy walk to the beach."
Reviewed on 8 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Nawiliwili Bay
4.5/5(364 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nawiliwili Bay during your travels in Lihue. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.
Kalapaki Beach
4.5/5(660 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Kalapaki Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lihue. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.
Lydgate Beach
4.5/5(332 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Lydgate Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lihue. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.
Kauai Museum
4.5/5(39 reviews)
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kauai Museum in Lihue. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Kilohana Plantation
4.5/5(83 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kilohana Plantation during your trip to Lihue. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.
Ahukini Recreation Pier State Park
You can take time to visit Ahukini Recreation Pier State Park during your travels to Lihue. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.
Reviews of Lihue
4.5
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Everything closes early around the island but this place closes a little bit more late I could say
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Wonderful island. Lots of things to do close by.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Very expensive compared to the other islands in hawaii
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Love Lihue definitely choosing different place to stay though, lots of hidden fees
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Relaxing, enjoyable, beautiful, great restaurants
- Nawiliwili Harbor
- Nawiliwili Bay
- Kalapaki Beach
- Lydgate Beach
- Kauai Lagoons Golf Club
- Kauai Museum
- Kilohana Plantation
- Wailua Golf Course
- Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
- The Ocean Course at Hokuala
- Hanamaulu Beach Park
- Kukui Grove Shopping Center
- Ninini Point Lighthouse
- Niumalu Beach Park
- Puakea Golf Course
- Kauai Community College
- Menehune Fishpond
- Ahukini Recreation Pier State Park
- Nawiliwili Park
- Nukolii Beach Park
- Kitchens Beach
- Grove Farm Homestead
- Vidinha Stadium
- Kamalani Playground
- Huleʻia National Wildlife Refuge
- Hikinaakala Heiau