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
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.
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

Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise

Koloa Zipline Tour - 8 line zip featuring 3 of the longest lines on Kauai
Top hotels in Nawiliwili

Kauai Inn

Banyan Harbor Resort
"The condo was nicely updated with beautiful bathroom and kitchen. Super clean, lots of kitchen amenities. Perfect we couldn’t have gotten a better place located in the most perfect spot!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Kauai Shores Hotel
"Beautiful beachside property!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
"Everything in one place and views were great"
Reviewed on 5 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

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
"Friendly staff. Great breakfast."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Nawiliwili

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.

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.


