Nawiliwili Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Lihue which includes mountains, a lake or waterhole and forest scenes

Popular places to visit

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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.

Menehune Fishpond
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Nawiliwili Bay

4/5(4 reviews)

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.

Nawiliwili Bay
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Kalapaki Beach

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Learn to surf in this protected cove, rent a canoe or catamaran and enjoy the picturesque vista of verdant green mountains.

Kalapaki Beach
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Lydgate Beach

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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.

Lydgate Beach
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Kauai Museum

5/5(1 review)

Watch a movie to learn about the island’s history and listen to the fascinating tales of James Cook and the Hawaiian monarchy.

Kauai Museum
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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.

Kilohana Plantation

Activities

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Sensational Sea Scooter Rentals

AU$165
Per adult
Sensational Sea Scooter Rentals
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Ultimate Kauai Adventure Helicopter Tour

AU$444
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Kauai Adventure Helicopter Tour
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Kauai Highlights Small Group Tour. A taste of the South & West

AU$340
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Highlights Small Group Tour. A taste of the South & West
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Kauai's #1 Sport Fishing Adventure Company

AU$2,871
Per adult
Kauai's #1 Sport Fishing Adventure Company
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Kauai Snorkeling Adventure

AU$186
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Kauai Snorkeling Adventure
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Kauai's Premier Fishing Charters

AU$1,546
Per adult
Kauai's Premier Fishing Charters
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Our pick of the best Nawiliwili Hotel Deals

Banyan Harbor Resort
Banyan Harbor Resort
3 out of 5
3411 Wilcox Rd, Lihue, HI
The price is AU$411 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
AU$411
per night
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Lihue. Enjoy laundry facilities, concierge services, and tennis courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"The unit we were in seemed recently renovated, so from inside was very nice. It was 6 of us and we stayed only for 1 night so worked just fine. It didn’t have dishwasher but didn’t matter too much for 1 night. Bedrooms are upstairs so little inconvenient to take your luggage."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024

Banyan Harbor Resort
Kauai Inn
Kauai Inn
3 out of 5
2430 Hulemalu Road, Lihue, HI
The price is AU$424 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
AU$424
per night
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lihue. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"This location was away from the big resorts and hotels and people which was a really great break in our trip. It was relaxing and quiet. Our son loved hunting for toads and geckos. This truly was a special place."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2024

Kauai Inn
Nice 2BR@Beach Sleeps 5-$289 a night-Hear Waves! Value, Comfort-Best Location!
Nice 2BR@Beach Sleeps 5-$289 a night-Hear Waves! Value, Comfort-Best Location!
Lihue, Kauai
Stay at this condo in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Harbor are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
Wonderful!
"We had a great stay for 7 days. We loved being able to sit on the lanai and watch the ships and harbor activity. The condo had everything we could possibility need including quite a few pantry staples and condiments. Very traditional Hawaiian style home, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

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Nice 2BR@Beach Sleeps 5-$289 a night-Hear Waves! Value, Comfort-Best Location!
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is AU$614 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
AU$614
per night
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (692 reviews)
"Centrally located, beautiful property, wonderful amenities, exceptional customer service!"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
The price is AU$489 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
AU$489
per night
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Lihue. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
"Loved how quiet the resort was. The resort was sometimes bad for Ubers since it’s away from all the shops and restaurants . The beach was calm , but the beach may have jellyfish. The buildings are outdated and old. Some of the hallways are missing picture frames, rugs are old and the walls scuffed. ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2024

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4 out of 5
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI
The price is AU$723 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
AU$723
per night
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place and awesome staff and facilities"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2024

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
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Other neighbourhoods around Nawiliwili

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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.

Puhi
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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.

Kapaia
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Hanamaulu

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Hanamaulu is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Hanamaulu Beach Park and Nukolii Beach Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Lihue.

Hanamaulu

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