Hanamaulu Travel Guide

Lihue

Popular places to visit

Kalapaki Beach showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Nawiliwili Bay

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.

Nawiliwili Bay
Kalapaki Beach

Kalapaki Beach

Learn to surf in this protected cove, rent a canoe or catamaran and enjoy the picturesque vista of verdant green mountains.

Kalapaki Beach
Kauai Museum showing interior views and art as well as an individual male

Kauai Museum

Watch a movie to learn about the island’s history and listen to the fascinating tales of James Cook and the Hawaiian monarchy.

Kauai Museum
Lydgate Beach

Lydgate Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Lydgate Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Lihue. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or seek out the local tours.

Lydgate Beach
Kilohana Plantation which includes interior views

Kilohana Plantation

Marvel at fire dancers and learn about Polynesian history after a tasty luau and ride through the tropical forest on an elegant train.

Kilohana Plantation
Grove Farm Homestead featuring interior views and flowers

Grove Farm Homestead

Visit this beautifully preserved 19th-century plantation to learn about Hawaii’s sugar cane heritage and see many of the homestead’s original buildings.

Grove Farm Homestead

Things to do

Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise

Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise

฿3,739
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Entire Kauai Airplane Tour with All Window Seats

Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats

฿5,208
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats
Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim

Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim

฿3,018
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim
VIP Triple Trail Expedition

Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition

฿6,430
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour

Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour

฿10,121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour
Kalapaki Kai Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Kalapaki Kai Sunset Catamaran Cruise

฿3,570
per adult
Kalapaki Kai Sunset Catamaran Cruise
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Top hotels in Hanamaulu

Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
The price is ฿6,167 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿6,167
฿8,419 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,307 reviews)
"Wonderful stay and decent size room. We could easily fit our pack n play and still had room. Great pool options and love being able to walk along the beach. Nice restaurant and found a plaza with food and shops within walking distance. Appreciated the water refill stations and the lobby staff was ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4 out of 5
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI
The price is ฿10,639 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿10,639
฿14,266 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Very happy with everything in this resort"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is ฿9,867 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿9,867
฿13,165 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The front desk and the bell hop, were all very friendly and helpful. Giving us suggestions of things to do and where to go. We were greeted with a lay and some fresh juice and check in was quick.Buffet was included in our package, food was good enough for a buffet, Charlie at the omelet bar was amazing,remembering ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

3.5 out of 5
3-5920 Kuhio Hwy, Lihue, HI
The price is ฿6,019 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿6,019
฿8,054 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Internet"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

4.5 out of 5
2641 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
The price is ฿23,735 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿23,735
฿29,291 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Room is spacious, bedding is not as soft such as sheets."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
The price is ฿8,246 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿8,246
฿11,062 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,380 reviews)
"Yes it’s outdated but beautiful view of the ocean. Ocean isn’t swimable so it’s not convenient for bed to beach lovers Limited dining options in the area"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Hanamaulu

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Kapaia

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Kapaia. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Kauai Museum and The Ocean Course at Hokuala are a few top sights nearby.

Kapaia
Lihue featuring mountains, a lake or waterhole and forest scenes

Nawiliwili

4/5(5 area reviews)

While visiting Nawiliwili, you might make a stop by sights like Nawiliwili Harbor and Kalapaki Beach.

Nawiliwili
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Puhi

Puhi is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Kilohana Plantation and Puakea Golf Course are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Puhi

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