Kapaia Travel Guide
Lihue
Popular places to visit
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 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
Marvel at fire dancers and learn about Polynesian history after a tasty luau and ride through the tropical forest on an elegant train.
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.
Things to do
Kauai Chocolate Farm Tasting Tour
Waimea Canyon & Na Pali Driving Tour app
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Deluxe Na Pali Snorkel or Sunset Snorkel Cruise aboard Lucky Lady
Koloa Zipline Tour - 8 line zip featuring 3 of the longest lines on Kauai
Top hotels in Kapaia
Kauai Shores Hotel
"Didn’t look that special pulling up but I would stay there again over other super fancy hotels. Great location. Great staff. Definitely more oriented to families. Has cornhole, giant connect four, a nice outdoor pool and a walk up to the beach. Not a good beach for snorkeling. The west side of Kauai ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
"Great hotel/resort! The property and rooms were spacious, clean and quiet. The staff were friendly and very helpful. There were a good amount of food options and laundry rooms in the connecting Marriott building. Also, the hotel is within a short drive from the airport."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
"Not too happy that I paid for the hotel and then had to pay a resort fee and a parking fee.. tourism has destroyed Hawaii and made it the United States cash cow.. it’s ruining everyone’s time here. Unnecessary fees for everything."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
"No swimming at the beach, but the ocean view was great. Close to many excursions."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Kaua'i Palms Hotel
"Probably the only good thing was its location. I use Expedia quite a bit and reviews have been reliable but found it misleading for this particular property. We passed property twice when we first arrived thinking it can not be the hotel with such high reviews for a vacation we’ve been looking forward ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
"Probably the nicest view I have ever experienced at a resort. The entire property is stunning. The food was excellent , especially so at Welina Terrace. They could use a little work on the service, no major complaints, but a few hiccups. The staff is very friendly and makes every effort for there ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 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.
