Kapaia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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
Learn to surf in this protected cove, rent a canoe or catamaran and enjoy the picturesque vista of verdant green mountains.
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.
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.
Grove Farm Homestead
Visit this beautifully preserved 19th-century plantation to learn about Hawaii’s sugar cane heritage and see many of the homestead’s original buildings.
Activities
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
5-Hour Guided Secret Falls Kayak & Hike
Waimea Canyon & Na Pali Driving Tour app
Lucky Lady Deluxe - Na Pali Morning Snorkel or Sunset Snorkel Dinner Tour
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Our pick of the best Kapaia Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
It’s not in the main area of town so walking is not recommended when going to get food it’s off the highway and about 1/2 mile walk with no sidewalk or pathway. It has a break beach and kids beach that the have built a wave break walls so you can snorkel and swim in the ocean without the waves beating ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Kauai Shores Hotel
This property was perfect for us! We wanted a location that was in the middle, as far as island accessibility. While on Kauai we wanted to make sure we didn't have too long of a drive if we wanted to head up north or when visiting family on the west side. Though we didn't utilize most of the amenities, ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
A beautiful resort! Very comfortable and a great location to get to so many adventures that we enjoyed.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Everything was clean but there was several construction projects going on and they had the entrance all boarded up which made it a challenge to get around.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
Beautiful resort with a nice spa and pool facilities
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Kaua'i Palms Hotel
Staff very friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
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 Puakea Golf Course 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.
