Nawiliwili Travel Guide
Lihue
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Popular places to visit
Menehune Fishpond
Find out about the history of Lihue when you take a trip to Menehune Fishpond. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
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.
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 beautiful beaches in this romantic area or seek out the local tours.
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
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
Kauai Adventure Bundle 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Koloa Zipline Tour - 8 line zip featuring 3 of the longest lines on Kauai
Top hotels in Nawiliwili
Kauai Inn
"Breakfast menu very limited. A/C very noisy. Hot water very good. TV control not easy to operate."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Banyan Harbor Resort
"Convenient location. Economical."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
"Love the friendly, helpful staff. The grounds and pools were fabulous. Convenient location and love playing volleyball with locals there right on the beach. Rooms could be a little more updated and there's no door to the toilet lol"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Kauai Shores Hotel
"Stayed one night but really loved the vibe of this place. All remodeled rooms and great oceanfront location. We love the LavaLava Beach Club for the live music and great drinks. Convenient to the airport and shopping."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
"The location of the hotel was perfect. We loved the nearby beach and swimming areas. The staff was hit or miss depending on who was available. At times they were helpful and knowledgeable while other staff members were clueless and not helpful at all. The cleanliness could use some improvement with ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Kaua'i Palms Hotel
"Clean. Some quirks due to it being an older property, but manageable. Located near shopping, restaurants, and other tourist draws!"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Nawiliwili
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.
Puhi
Puhi is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Kilohana Plantation and Kauai Museum are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
