Kapaia Travel Guide
Lihue

Popular places to visit

Kauai Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kauai Museum during your trip to Lihue. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Kalapaki Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Kalapaki 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.

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.

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
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kilohana Plantation in Lihue. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this romantic area.

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.
Top hotels in Kapaia

Kauai Shores Hotel
Clean room that’s been well kept, great location (walkable to Coconut marketplace and a quick drive to many local eats), friendly/helpful staff, good A/C & fan in room
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Friendly staff and comfortable… beach access is public
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Would definitely stay here again. It has some small problem's and food choices could be greatly approved! Over all great stay!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
everything was good
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
The grounds are meticulously maintained and gorgeous. The ocean view from the terrace is beautiful. We would definitely come back.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kapaia

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 Menehune Fishpond are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Nawiliwili
While visiting Nawiliwili, you might make a stop by sights like Nawiliwili Harbor and Menehune Fishpond.
