Kapaia Travel Guide
Lihue
Visit Kapaia
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
"Beautiful beachside property!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
"We were at the top floor over looking the pool and the bay/cove. Room was very spacious and engineered (laminate?)flooring helped great deal. Somehow this room didn’t have the balcony like others but didn’t miss it with large open doors, etc. great restaurants nearby both pricey(mid) and budget. ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
"Average rooms, old feel of the property.. not very Hiltony"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
"We appreciated the staff during our stay—they were friendly and helpful throughout our visit. Unfortunately, the property itself was not what we expected based on the photos. The hotel appears quite dated and in need of significant maintenance. There was a strong sewage odor near the pool area during ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
"From the concierges, to the valets, to the poolside wait staff, to the housekeeping, the hospitality was wonderful! We made the mistake of doing Uber instead of a rental car. Not the smartest idea considering it is really easy to get an Uber from the airport to Princeville, but very hard to get an ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Sheraton Kauai Resort
"Very nice beach on the property and location was exceptional Room was misrepresented in the photo description. Photo of ocean front room on Orbitz displayed an in room sofa and double vanity in bathroom. Our oceanfront room had neither of these amenities."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Kapaia
Nawiliwili
While visiting Nawiliwili, you might make a stop by sights like Nawiliwili Harbor and Kalapaki Beach.
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.
