Kapaia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Kalapaki Beach showing a beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

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.

Nawiliwili Bay
Kalapaki Beach

Kalapaki Beach

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

Kalapaki Beach
Kauai Museum featuring interior views and art as well as an individual male

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.

Kauai Museum
Lydgate Beach

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.

Lydgate Beach
Kilohana Plantation which includes interior views

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
Grove Farm Homestead which includes flowers and interior views

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.

Grove Farm Homestead

Activities

Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise

Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise

NZ$190
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai: Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Entire Kauai Airplane Tour with All Window Seats

Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats

NZ$264
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Airplane Tour: Na Pali Coast, Waterfalls & Window Seats
Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim

Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim

NZ$155
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai: Guided Hike and Waterfall Swim
VIP Triple Trail Expedition

Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition

NZ$326
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfall Triple Trail Expedition
Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour

Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour

NZ$517
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour
Kalapaki Kai Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Kalapaki Kai Sunset Catamaran Cruise

NZ$181
per adult
Kalapaki Kai Sunset Catamaran Cruise
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Our pick of the best Kapaia Hotel Deals

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 NZ$745 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$745
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The property has a semi-private beach (public beach but not as busy as other public beaches). They have a Luau on property, several dining options at the resort and several restaurants/food trucks nearby. It was great and we would definitely stay there again!"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

4 out of 5
650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, HI
The price is NZ$688 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$688
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The property is beautiful and offers stunning views of the sunrise."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI

3.5 out of 5
3-5920 Kuhio Hwy, Lihue, HI
The price is NZ$404 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$404
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lihue. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Love the location"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Kauai Shores Hotel

Kauai Shores Hotel

3.5 out of 5
420 Papaloa Rd, Kapaa, HI
The price is NZ$422 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$422
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kapaa. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,317 reviews)
"Great location great hotel and restaurant too"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Kauai Shores Hotel
Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

4.5 out of 5
2641 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI
The price is NZ$1,462 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$1,462
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koloa. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 5 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Room is spacious, bedding is not as soft such as sheets."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
The price is NZ$665 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$665
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,384 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Kapaia

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Hanamaulu

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

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

Nawiliwili

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

While visiting Nawiliwili, you might make a stop by sights like Nawiliwili Harbor and Kalapaki Beach.

Nawiliwili

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