4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
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.
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 Kukui Grove Shopping Center, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
3-5920 Kuhio Hwy Lihue HI
The price is SAR 627 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
SAR 627
SAR 850 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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 helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,107 reviews)
The staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 24 November 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
4331 Kauai Beach Dr Lihue HI
The price is SAR 784 per night from Dec 11 to Dec 12
SAR 784
SAR 1,081 total
11 Dec - 12 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,438 reviews)
Great place to stay! It is amazing for just a home base for while you explore Kauai as well as staying in hanging out at the pool and enjoying all Outrigger has to offer.
Reviewed on 24 November 2025
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
3610 Rice Street Lihue HI
The price is SAR 1,219 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7
SAR 1,219
SAR 1,637 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
Beautiful resort. Front desk was easy to work with. I had a king size bed with a pool view and it was just right. Only issue I experienced was the bed; it was too stiff for my preference.
Reviewed on 20 November 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 aparthotel 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! (1,110 reviews)
Location to event Clean
Reviewed on 23 November 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! (804 reviews)
Our home away from home!
Reviewed on 25 November 2025
Timbers Kauai Ocean Club & Residences
3770 Ala'oli Way Lihue HI
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nawiliwili Harbor and Kauai Lagoons Golf ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
Perfection! I couldn’t imagine a better place than here! From the luxurious accommodation, to the stunning infinity pools, the farm to table restaurants and wonderful staff! This place is a cut above most places I stay! I got super lucky to find this perfect spot of paradise!
Reviewed on 10 August 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 beautiful beaches 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.
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.
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.
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 beautiful waterfalls 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
- Kauai Museum
- Lydgate Beach
- Kauai Lagoons Golf Club
- Kilohana Plantation
- The Ocean Course at Hokuala
- Kukui Grove Shopping Center
- Niumalu Beach Park
- Wailua Golf Course
- Nawiliwili Park
- Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall
- Ahukini Recreation Pier State Park
- Nukolii Beach Park
- Puakea Golf Course
- Kauai Community College
- Hanamaulu Beach Park
- Ninini Point Lighthouse
- Vidinha Stadium
- Kitchens Beach
- Menehune Fishpond
- Grove Farm Homestead
- Huleʻia National Wildlife Refuge
- Hikinaakala Heiau
- Kamalani Playground
