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Kauai Beach Villas
Kauai Beach Villas
4 out of 5
4330 Kauai Beach Drive, Lihue, HI
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3.06 mi from city center
4.3/5Excellent! (195 reviews)

"Absolutely beautiful property with extra amenities and lovely staff. They gave us welcome leis since it was our anniversary, which was a wonderful surprise. The access to the pool next door makes it even more outstanding. We spent most of our time there playing on the water slide! This is an incredible ..."…"

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2020

Kauai Beach Villas
Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club
Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club
4 out of 5
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI
The price is $329 per night
1.02 mi from city center
4/5Very Good! (269 reviews)

"Location excellent to beaches and food places. Service was good. Missed not experiencing the pool and fitness room because of social distancing."…"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2020

Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club
Kauai Marriott Resort
Kauai Marriott Resort
4 out of 5
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI
The price is $359 per night
1.02 mi from city center
4.3/5Excellent! (999 reviews)

"Friendly staff. Beautiful resort. Perfect location"…"

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2020

Kauai Marriott Resort

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Marriott's Kauai Lagoons
Marriott's Kauai Lagoons
3.5 out of 5
3325 Holokawelu Way, Lihue, HI
The price is $619 per night
1.37 mi from city center
4.7/5Exceptional! (79 reviews)

"The soundproofing of the rooms is amazing. Seriously...there is an airport nearby but you cannot hear it at all from the rooms. Also, of course the rooms are beautiful, as are the grounds surrounding."…"

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2020

Marriott's Kauai Lagoons
Kauai Inn
Kauai Inn
3 out of 5
2430 Hulemalu Road, Lihue, HI
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $151 per night
1.49 mi from city center
4.1/5Very Good! (996 reviews)

"This property makes you feel like what Hawaii felt like back in the days. Quiet, relaxing, the beauty of the mountain"…"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2020

Kauai Inn
$129 Best Deal Luxury Resort in Town , Romantic, fun and Relaxed
$129 Best Deal Luxury Resort in Town , Romantic, fun and Relaxed
Lihue, HI
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3.1 mi from city center
4.1/5Very Good! (56 reviews)
Kauai

"Beautiful location with a great pool and beach access. Clean. My only negative was the first night we had to have maintenance twice when TV control would not work, and then the shower faucet was stripped and had to be replaced. Then later in the visit, a window shutter came off track. This time when ..."…"

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2020

$129 Best Deal Luxury Resort in Town , Romantic, fun and Relaxed
Open TO Inter-island Travel June 16th! $99/night in June 2020!#travelnowkauai!
Open TO Inter-island Travel June 16th! $99/night in June 2020!#travelnowkauai!
4331 Kauai Beach Drive, Suite 4102, Lihue, HI
The price is $99 per night
3.1 mi from city center
5/5Exceptional! (61 reviews)
Beautiful Hawaiian Vacation

"Thank you Kathy for a wonderful vacation at your beautiful resort."…"

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2020

Open TO Inter-island Travel June 16th! $99/night in June 2020!#travelnowkauai!
2417 @ Lihue Oceanfront Resort, Kauai Beach Drive, Kauai Hawaii
2417 @ Lihue Oceanfront Resort, Kauai Beach Drive, Kauai Hawaii
3.5 out of 5
Kauai Beach Resort, 4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, HI
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3.1 mi from city center
3.1/5 (34 reviews)

"The facilities were nice, it was a bit frustrating in getting around, it was advertised that there was airport pick up and shuttles to the local shopping centers, but there was not. I didn't rent a car but should have, parking was so expensive, ubers were so expensive and food at the hotel was so ..."…"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2019

2417 @ Lihue Oceanfront Resort, Kauai Beach Drive, Kauai Hawaii
4-star Luxury Resort. Room With Ocean & Pool View!
4-star Luxury Resort. Room With Ocean & Pool View!
Lihue, HI
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3.1 mi from city center
4.7/5Exceptional! (71 reviews)

"THE LOCATION WAS GOOD AS WE VISITED THE ENTIRE ISLAND AND WE SEEMED TO BE CENTRALLY LOCATED!"…"

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2020

4-star Luxury Resort. Room With Ocean & Pool View!
Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery
Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery
2 out of 5
3173 Akahi Street, Lihue, HI
The price is $116 per night
0.46 mi from city center
3.4/5 (426 reviews)

"Convenient Location, lots of parking. Room no frills, but very clean."…"

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2020

Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery
Ocean View Top Floor Deluxe Suite. Fun Resort With Pools, Beach, and Dining
Ocean View Top Floor Deluxe Suite. Fun Resort With Pools, Beach, and Dining
Lihue, HI
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3.11 mi from city center
4.9/5Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Perfect Central Kauai location

"Tony’s property has amazing ocean views, and the location is central to everything you’d wanna do while visiting Kauai. Would definitely stay here again."…"

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2019

Ocean View Top Floor Deluxe Suite. Fun Resort With Pools, Beach, and Dining
4 Beachfront Luxury Resort, Room With Ocean/pool View !
4 Beachfront Luxury Resort, Room With Ocean/pool View !
Lihue, HI
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3.1 mi from city center
4.6/5Exceptional! (64 reviews)
Great location, view & resort

"We really enjoyed our stay! The property is just as described. We loved the ocean view! We were also really happy with the central location which made day trips to various parts of the island very easy. We highly recommend this property!"…"

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2020

4 Beachfront Luxury Resort, Room With Ocean/pool View !
Timbers Kauai Ocean Club & Residences
Timbers Kauai Ocean Club & Residences
5 out of 5
3770 Ala'oli Way, Lihue, HI
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1.65 mi from city center
5/5Exceptional! (19 reviews)

"They need tennis courts. Other than that it was outstanding."…"

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2020

Timbers Kauai Ocean Club & Residences
Beachfront Resort - Steps to Beach, Pools, Jacuzzi, Pool Bar- Free Wifi!
Beachfront Resort - Steps to Beach, Pools, Jacuzzi, Pool Bar- Free Wifi!
Lihue, HI
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3.15 mi from city center
4.7/5Exceptional! (35 reviews)
2020 Trip

"Property is beautifu and well kept."…"

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2020

Beachfront Resort - Steps to Beach, Pools, Jacuzzi, Pool Bar- Free Wifi!
Kaha Lani Resort #214 - 2br/2ba Wailua, Kauai, HI - see and Hear the Ocean!
Kaha Lani Resort #214 - 2br/2ba Wailua, Kauai, HI - see and Hear the Ocean!
Lihue, HI
The price is $275 per night
4.64 mi from city center
4.8/5Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Perfect location with all the amenities

"Great location, central to north and south coasts. Walkable to town. We would stay there again."…"

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2020

Kaha Lani Resort #214 - 2br/2ba Wailua, Kauai, HI - see and Hear the Ocean!
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Visiting Lihue

Couples looking to get away will find a romantic atmosphere in Lihue, and visitors give high marks for the beaches and local tours. This city also attracts tourists with its festivals. Top sights around the area include Lydgate Beach Park, Poipu Beach, and Princeville Golf Course.

  • There are 123 hotels and other accommodations in Lihue
  • The closest major airport is in Lihue, HI (LIH), 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the city center

Sightseeing and Staying in Lihue

The city is well known for its festivals and cultural venues like Kauai Museum and Kilohana Plantation. The beaches and hiking trails highlight the city's natural beauty with places to visit including Lydgate Beach Park, Nawiliwili Park, and Kalapaki Beach. Top activities include taking local tours and snorkeling, while Puakea Golf Course, Nawiliwili Harbor, and Kauai Lagoons Golf Club are favorite sights to visit.

In Lihue, there are 123 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have plenty of choices for your holiday retreat. Below are highly ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

  • Marriott's Kauai Lagoons - With a stay at this 3.5-star condo, guests can enjoy access to a golf course and an outdoor pool, along with an in-room kitchen. Expedia travelers love its room size and location.
  • Garden Island Inn - Our customers like the WiFi and comfortable rooms at this hotel. Amenities at this 2.5-star hotel include free WiFi and free parking.
  • Kauai Marriott Resort - With a stay at this 4-star resort, guests can enjoy access to 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa, along with pillowtop beds. Expedia customers like its bar and overall value.

Top places to visit around the area include Waimea Canyon, 20.3 mi/32.7 km from the city center, and Poipu Beach, which is 9 mi/14.4 km away.

Dressing for Lihue

  • Between January and March, daytime temperatures average 79°F, while nighttime temperatures stay around 65°F
  • From April to June, the average is 84°F during the day and 68°F at night
  • July through September sees average temperatures of 85°F during the day and 74°F at night
  • In October-December, you can expect 84°F as the daytime average and 66°F as the nighttime average
  • Lihue gets about 37.01 inches of rain per year
  • September and August are usually the hottest months averaging 85°F, while January and February are usually the coldest with an average temperature of 66°F

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Lihue?
Kauai Inn is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This 3-star resort offers 4 beach bars and free breakfast. It is located a short 6-minute walk from Nawiliwili Bay. Reviews from our site also recommend Kauai Beach Resort and Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay as top choices for your trip.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lihue, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You’ll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on “Search”, then use the “free cancellation” filter to review top deals in Lihue.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lihue?
To access more information about updating your trip to Lihue or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Lihue?
Based on reviews, Castle Kaha Lani , a Condominium Resort is a popular 3-star condo for our travelers looking for an economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. Other choices to stay on the cheap include Kauai Palms Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay.
What's a favorite place to stay in Hanamaulu?
In this neighborhood, there are 46 places to stay, so you should find the perfect accommodation for your trip. When looking at places to stay in Hanamaulu, Kauai Beach Resort is a top choice. This 4-star resort offers 4 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Lihue?
Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay is a top 3.5-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Other choices for your stay with the kids include Kauai Beach Resort and Kauai Palms Hotel. Attractions in the area like Smith’s Tropical Paradise and Kauai Mini Golf are also fun for kids of all ages.
What's the best hotel for couples in Lihue?
Marriott’s Kaua’i Beach Club is a favorite 4-star condo resort for couples, and features LCD TVs and a full-service spa. Other good choices for your romantic getaway include 4 Star Beachfront Luxury Resort, Step to Pool/beach Through Lanai and Hilton Garden Inn Kauai Wailua Bay.
Where is the best hotel to stay close to Nawiliwili Bay?
Kauai Marriott Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 4-star resort offers a full-service spa and a golf course. It’s located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Nawiliwili Bay. Other good options within a short distance include Garden Island Inn and Kauai Inn.
What about the best place to stay near Nawiliwili Harbor?
One of the top choices for your stay is Banyan Harbor, located next to Nawiliwili Harbor, and this 3-star condo offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Kauai Marriott Resort and Garden Island Inn are two other good choices in the immediate area.
What's the best accommodation for a beach vacation in Lihue?
Kauai Inn is a top 3.5-star beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. To enjoy some time by the water, head to Kalapaki Beach or Lydgate Beach Park.
What's the best luxury hotel in Lihue?
Kauai Beach Resort is a 4-star resort with 3 restaurants and 2 bars, and it’s a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for a pampering stay.
What's the best boutique-style hotel in Lihue?
Kauai Inn is a favorite 3-star resort with Expedia travelers looking for a stylish accommodation, featuring 4 beach bars and an outdoor pool. If you’d prefer to stay at a boutique hotel, you can also take a look at Garden Island Inn Hotel.

Recent reviews of Lihue hotels

    Marriott's Kauai Lagoons
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    The soundproofing of the rooms is amazing. Seriously...there is an airport nearby but you cannot hear it at all from the rooms. Also, of course the rooms are beautiful, as are the grounds surrounding.…
    A verified traveler stayed at Marriott's Kauai Lagoons
    Posted 6 months ago
    Marriott's Kauai Lagoons
    Kauai Beach Villas
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Absolutely beautiful property with extra amenities and lovely staff. They gave us welcome leis since it was our anniversary, which was a wonderful surprise. The access to the pool next door makes it even more outstanding. We spent most of our time there playing on the water slide! This is an incredible value for the amount you pay. We will stay here again.…
    A verified traveler from Lincoln City, OR stayed at Kauai Beach Villas
    Posted 4 months ago
    Kauai Beach Villas
    Nice Sunrises 229 Avg 4.9 Stars Small Ocean View 2 AC 2 TV Wifi Cable Wash & Dry
    well-stocked comfortable apartment in great location.…
    5 / 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The apartment was so well-stocked with food/beach supplies/etc. The bed was really comfortable. Parking was right out front and the pool/hot tub/grill was just a few steps away. We had a great time and highly recommend!…
    A verified traveler stayed at Nice Sunrises 229 Avg 4.9 Stars Small Ocean View 2 AC 2 TV Wifi Cable Wash & Dry
    Posted 4 months ago
    Nice Sunrises 229 Avg 4.9 Stars Small Ocean View 2 AC 2 TV Wifi Cable Wash & Dry
    Last Minute Luxury Special $109 Sleep for 4 With Free Wifi
    Hawaii…
    4 / 5
    We loved the property and enjoyed the stay. The property owner on the other is not very good with communication. I sent several messages regarding the property about 2 weeks before we leave I finally get the address for the resort. Whenever we go back to Kauai we may stay at Kauai beach resort but will book with resort or find someone who has a rental there. Will not use Melissa Mo again. This is not the first time I have used this site and the times I have booked I have had great communication with the property owner.…
    A verified traveler from ORLANDO.FL stayed at Last Minute Luxury Special $109 Sleep for 4 With Free Wifi
    Posted 10 months ago
    Last Minute Luxury Special $109 Sleep for 4 With Free Wifi
    Ocean View Top Floor Deluxe Suite. Fun Resort With Pools, Beach, and Dining
    Perfect Central Kauai location…
    5 / 5
    Tony’s property has amazing ocean views, and the location is central to everything you’d wanna do while visiting Kauai. Would definitely stay here again.…
    A verified traveler stayed at Ocean View Top Floor Deluxe Suite. Fun Resort With Pools, Beach, and Dining
    Posted 7 months ago
    Ocean View Top Floor Deluxe Suite. Fun Resort With Pools, Beach, and Dining

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