The Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Lihue

Where to Stay on Your First Trip to Lihue

If it's your first trip to Lihue, Hawaii for the activities and sightseeing, then you're in for a treat. But the biggest question is often where to stay for a first time visitor to Lihue. With so many amazing hotels to choose from, it can be tough to make a decision to make the most of your first trip here. That's where we come in! In this comprehensive guide, we'll help you find the best hotels for first-timers in Lihue. After analyzing all of the hotels based on price, location, amenities, ratings, and more, we have come up with our list of the best hotels in Lihue for first time visitors. We'll cover everything you need to know about these hotels, including the amenities, location, prices and ratings. So, whether you're traveling solo, with family, or as a couple on a romantic getaway, you'll find the perfect hotel if you've never visited Lihue beofre. So check out these terrific hotels, many of which have sparkling swimming pools, delicious restaurants, and top-notch amenities, along with the perfect balance of comfort, location, and affordability. So, let's get to it and discover the best hotels in Lihue for your first trip!

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

4-star Resort with prices starting at $402 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Best Places to Stay for a First Visit to Lihue
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for first time trip hotels.
  • Beach

Located at 3610 Rice Street, Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue has great rooms from $402 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and snorkeling. It has a terrific 8.60 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 1.8 miles from the city center, first time visitors will especially love a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, laundry services, pet-friendly rooms, and a hot tub at this relaxing hotel. Nothing says relaxation like having room service delivered. The price of this hotel is less than average for first time trip hotels, which makes it a great value.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa
  • Kid-friendly
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Laundry service
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Family rooms
  • Coffee shop
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast in the room


Marriott Kauai Lagoons

3-star Resort with prices starting at $611 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect Hotel to Make the Most of Your First Visit
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for first time trip hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Beach
  • Pool

A great place to stay is Marriott Kauai Lagoons which has nice rooms starting at $611. Offering a pool, an outdoor pool, room service, a fitness center, and parking, it also has a great guest rating of 9.40 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 3325 Holokawelu Way. This convenient hotel is also nice because it offers rooms with kitchens, golf, a hot tub, a spa, and laundry facilities which visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 2 miles from the city center. Everyone loves a nice pool, and you won't be disappointed with this one. It's also less than the average price for first time trip hotels, so it's a great value.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Parking
  • Kitchen
  • Spa
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness room
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


The Kauai Inn

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $257 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Great Hotel for First Time Visitors
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Beach

We found The Kauai Inn to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $257. We loved that is has an outdoor pool, breakfast, mountain views, golf, and a free breakfast, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.40 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 2430 Hulemalu Road. You'll also find free parking, laundry facilities, air-conditioning, a 24-hour desk, and a microwave which travelers will love. And this fun hotel is just 2.1 miles from the center of town. It's a great value, too, because it's less than the average price for first time trip hotels.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Free breakfast
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Free parking
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


Timbers Kauai Ocean Club & Residences

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $1953 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for Your First Visit to Lihue
  • Beach

With terrific rooms from $1953, Timbers Kauai Ocean Club & Residences, at 3770 Ala' oli Way provides room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, snorkeling, and a bar. Its terrific guest rating is 8.30 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. New visitors will really like this amazing hotel which also offers a kid-friendly buffet, hiking, rooms with kitchens, child care, and laundry services. It's located just 1.4 miles from the city center, too. The service at the restaurant is terrific, and so is the food.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Snorkeling
  • Kitchen
  • Spa
  • Child pool
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Hiking
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Hot tub
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Family rooms
  • Private pool
  • Tennis
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator


Banyan Harbor Resort

4-star Resort with prices starting at $260 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Good Stay for Your First Trip
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Beach
  • Heated pool

Banyan Harbor Resort has a great guest rating of 8.30 out of 10, and offers an outdoor pool, a kitchen, outdoor tennis, mountain views, and rooms with kitchens. The great rooms here start at $260 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at 3411 Wilcox Road. Furthermore, it also offers city views, free parking, laundry facilities, family rooms, and a heated pool, which is nice for first time visitors. Just 1.9 miles from the city center, this fantastic hotel is a terrific choice. It's always nice having a heated pool to relax in. We found the price of this hotel to be a great value because the price is less than average for first time trip hotels.

First Time Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Kitchen
  • Kid-friendly
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Heated pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Saltwater pool


Also, take a look at the First Time Trip hotels in nearby destinations: Poipu, Princeville, and Kapaa.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Lihue, make sure you also see Best Beach Hotels in Lihue, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Lihue, or Best Hotels for One Week in Lihue.


How much do hotels for first-time visitors cost in Lihue?

Lihue Average First Time Trip Hotel Price
$697

After analyzing 5 first time trip hotels in Lihue, Hawaii, we found the average first time trip hotel price to be a remarkably economical $697. Naturally, this destination has many fantastic first time trip accommodation options with a variety of prices. The price will vary by the hotel's amenities, available dates, and the general location. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Lihue.

The average prices of our suggested first time trip hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $1953
  • 4-star hotels: $331
  • 3-star hotels: $434


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