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

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
This will be my new preferred place to stay when I travel to Kauai.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Beautiful property!! Huge pool. Beach area is also convenient. Walkable to restaurants and shops. Cold air conditioning. Good shower. Outlets/usb on both sides of the bed. We would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Very nice trip wonderful trip
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Kaua'i Palms Hotel
Comfortable, clean, older property but that was not a problem for me. Very close to airport and Walmart and car rental pick up. Used it as my base to explore island. Recommended.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
Wonderful hotel in a convenient location
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Staff were friendly and hospitable. Amenities were excellent! My family enjoyed the pool and game room. Also the bike trail was a great activity for the family to enjoy. Would definitely book Sheraton Coconut beach resort again.
Reviewed on 30 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 Kauai Museum are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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