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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Nawiliwili
Kauai Inn
Quiet, so peaceful. The staff is helpful and nice. The room is a little bit old but serves the purpose. Beds are surprisingly comfy , water pressure is good. Kauai Inn serves continental breakfast, but I wish they have boiled eggs. Overall our stay was pretty nice.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Banyan Harbor Resort
Banyan Harbor Resort is an old property and has not been kept up. If you have difficulty going up and down 18 steps outside - open to the elements - do not consider this property. And those steps were to get to the first floor rooms. There is not an elevator . And if you had a room on the 2-4th floor- ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Gorgeous property, close to other amenities. The Royal Lanai is an awesome sushi restaurant and bar. Pool is gorgeous with great service.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Kaua'i Palms Hotel
Terrible beds and pillows. Really dated. AC (window unit) didn't work until staff came and got it working. Insufficient electrical outlets and the one in the bathroom sparked when we plugged the phone in to charge it.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
This place is paradise!!! Clean, beautiful, wonderful pool set up, amazing food, and just perfect
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Staff was very helpful. Breakfast was great if you got the light option
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nawiliwili
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.
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.
