Visit Nawiliwili
Popular places to visit
Menehune Fishpond
Find out about the history of Lihue with a stop at Menehune Fishpond. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.
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.
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 vacation is part of your travel plans, Lydgate Beach might be the perfect place to seek out 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
Kaua'i Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour
Waimea Canyon & Na Pali Driving Tour app
Best of Kauai: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour of Hawaii
Kauai: McBryde Garden Self Guided Visit
Top hotels in Nawiliwili
Kauai Inn
Older facility but well looked after
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Banyan Harbor Resort
Perfect for our needs and even our wants! Loved the balcony’s and very clean and spacious especially if you have little ones.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay, HI
Staff very helpful
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
OUTRIGGER Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Was a good property overall.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
This was our first time staying on the east shore and it was a great experience overall. Service was good but the building and amenities could use some updating. We stayed for a week over the thanksgiving holiday in a king suite with ocean views and the location was a great bouncing off point for ...
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Kauai Shores Hotel
It was awesome. Everything was great. Family setting, great staff. 100 recommend
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nawiliwili
Puhi
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travelers like about Puhi. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Kilohana Plantation and Kauai Museum are a few top places to visit.
Kapaia
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Kapaia. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Kauai Museum and The Ocean Course at Hokuala, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
