Puhi Travel Guide
Lihue


Popular places to visit

Kauai Community College
Walk around the campus at Kauai Community College as part of your travels around Lihue. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Kauai

Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

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

Waimea Canyon & Na Pali Driving Tour app

Kauai: McBryde Garden Self Guided Visit
Top hotels in Puhi

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Excellent excellent service we cannot say enough about how wonderful the staff was...so kind and helpful BEAUTIFUL!!!
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Nice property, had a nice stay, staff was friendly!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Grounds and staff excellent.. food & dining options need improvement.. pool side bars need longer hours
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
we didn't use the kitchen but glad we had that option. great place to land for the night after a late flight. beds comfy, AC worked good but floors were really dirty.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
Location
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
I’ve stayed at this resort for 25 years. It’s my one and only. I did splurge for the premier ocean front and it delivered. It was very expensive and I enjoyed every minute of my patio. One star ding for the very worn mattress that really hurt my back as I sunk into a hole every night. My duvet and ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Puhi

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

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.

Hanamaulu
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.
