Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

2.0 star property
Art Deco motel near Kalapaki Beach

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Main Bldg - 2nd Floor - Back Hallway - 2 Twin Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast and lunch served
Main Bldg - 2nd Floor - Street Facing - King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Property entrance

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3173 Akahi Street, Lihue, HI, 96766
  • Kauai Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Kalapaki Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Nawiliwili Harbor
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Main Bldg - 2nd Floor - Hallway - King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Annex Building First floor - King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Main Bldg - 2nd Floor - Street Facing - King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Annex Building 2nd floor - King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Annex Building 2nd floor - 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Main Bldg - 2nd Floor - Back Hallway - 2 Twin Beds

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Annex Building First floor - 2 twin beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lihue

Near the airport.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Kalapaki Beach and 16 miles (25 km) of Poipu Beach. Hanalei Bay and Waimea Canyon are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Kauai Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kalapaki Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Nawiliwili Bay - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rob's Good Times Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kauai Diner - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

Art Deco motel near Kalapaki Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery also features express check-in, express check-out, and a hair salon. Free self parking is available.
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Beauty salon
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery offers 34 accommodations with air conditioning. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Lihue motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 25 for adults and USD 12 to 25 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 25 for adults, and USD 12 to 25 for children
  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - W20279150-01
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The tax ID number is W20279150-01. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery to the airport?

Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery is 1.8 mi (5-min drive) away from the Lihue Airport (LIH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery on Oct 1, 2025 start from $149.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery.

How close is Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery to the beach?

This motel is 1.9 mi (4-min drive) from Kalapaki Beach and 13.6 mi (24-min drive) from Poipu Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 25 for adults, USD 12 and 25 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Early check-in costs USD 20.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery have a pool?

Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery does not have a pool.

Does Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery to downtown Lihue?

Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery is 0.3 mi away from Lihue.