Nawiliwili

Lihue

Cruise ship arrives at Nawiliwili port on Kauai, Hawaii. Kauai is known as the "Garden Island."
Cruise ship arrives at Nawiliwili port on Kauai, Hawaii. Kauai is known as the "Garden Island."
Alekoko Fishpond featuring tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole
Alekoko Fishpond featuring wetlands and a pond
Lihue featuring forests, a lake or waterhole and mountains

Popular places to visit

Lihue featuring forests, a lake or waterhole and mountains

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.

Menehune Fishpond
Kalapaki Beach featuring a 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
Signboard on the beach, Nawiliwili Beach Park, Kauai, Hawaii Islands, USA

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
Kauai Museum featuring art and interior views 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
Driftwood on The Sandy Shores of Lydgate Beach on Lydgate Beach at Lydgate Beach Park, Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii, USA

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 featuring 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

Things to do

river boat sailing on river in Kauai

Fern Grotto Cruise

RM138
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Fern Grotto Cruise
Waimea Canyon & Na Pali Driving Tour app

Waimea Canyon & Na Pali Driving Tour app

RM91
per traveller
98% of travellers recommend
Waimea Canyon & Na Pali Driving Tour app
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii

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

RM67
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
4 Tours of self-guided adventure! Stop wherever and whenever you want!

Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours

RM138
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
Kauai Adventure Bundle: 4 Epic Audio Driving Tours
50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Helicopter Tour

50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Hughes 500 Helicopter Tour

RM1,457
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
50 Minute Doors-Off Kauai Hughes 500 Helicopter Tour
Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim

Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim

RM368
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim
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Top hotels in Nawiliwili

Kauai Inn

Kauai Inn

3 out of 5
2430 Hulemalu Road Lihue HI
The price is RM939 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
RM939
RM1,159 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lihue. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,288 reviews)
Perfect for me and my husband . Low key and charming ! Quiet yet near everything we wanted to do .

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Kauai Inn
Banyan Harbor Resort

Banyan Harbor Resort

3 out of 5
3411 Wilcox Rd Lihue HI
The price is RM944 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
RM944
RM1,271 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Lihue. Enjoy a 24-hour business centre, laundry facilities and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,159 reviews)
Staff were super friendly. The place was perfect for our needs. I would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Banyan Harbor Resort
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4.5 out of 5
3610 Rice Street Lihue HI
The price is RM1,551 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
RM1,551
RM2,051 total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury 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 reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,119 reviews)
Amazing view of the ocean from the 10th floor. Had a beautiful lanai that gave us extra space.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
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 RM882 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
RM882
RM1,163 total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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 rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,281 reviews)
There was a gentleman the 1st day that was so helpful, tips and tricks around the way. However, sadly our last night I got up to use the restroom in the middle of the night and there we baby roaches in the restroom. Killed them over and over again, informed the front desk. Lady said she could give ...

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr Lihue HI
The price is RM1,214 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
RM1,214
RM1,604 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,522 reviews)
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Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd Kapaa HI
The price is RM943 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
RM943
RM1,260 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,417 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Nawiliwili

Panorama of Wailua Falls in Kauai, Hawaii

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.

Puhi
kapaia reservoir. aerial view in Kauai, Hawaii

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
Hanamaulu Bay Aerial, Kauai, Hawaii

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.

Hanamaulu

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