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Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

2.0 star property
Art Deco motel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Standard Room
Property entrance
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast and lunch served
Property entrance

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May

Explore the area

Map
3173 Akahi Street, Lihue, HI, 96766
  • Kalapaki Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Nawiliwili Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Nawiliwili Harbor
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lihue, HI (LIH)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Annex Building

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Annex Building

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Lihue

At Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Kalapaki Beach and 21.9 km (13.6 mi) from Poipu Beach. Highlights at this Art Deco motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The café, Tip Top Cafe, is open for breakfast and lunch. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights in the region of this Lihue motel include Hanalei Bay and Waimea Canyon.
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What's nearby

  • Kauai Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kalapaki Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Nawiliwili Bay - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Nawiliwili Harbor - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Kauai Lagoons Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Lihue, HI (LIH) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rob's Good Times Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kauai Beer Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Coffee - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

Art Deco motel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
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 a shower. This Lihue motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Tip Top Cafe

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Art Deco architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

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 must contact the property in advance for 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 8 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery on 15 May 2025 start from NZ$301.00, including 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.

Is parking available at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

Yep, Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

The closest beach to Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery is Poipu Beach (14.9 km).

Does Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

No, Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 899 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 899 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 899 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 899 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 899 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Leona

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a used wash rag left in the shower and room was clearly not very clean. The cafe and office were closed the whole visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANA

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s a no-frills motel that serves its purpose. Cannot recommend their cafe enough!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adolf

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jagadeesh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was easy check in. The rooms were well maintained. The entire room was clean and they had maintained it well. Our room had AC and TV. The washroom was big and neat. The only downside was no kettle, microwave or any other appliances or plates for us to eat. The only option is motel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Saved

Even though our check in time was at 3pm they allowed us to check in early. After having spending the night in the baggage claim area at the airport. A shower and a nap was surely welcomed. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!!!.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hostensia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I paid about $144 per night. For that price i think it was pretty descent. The place is not bad at all. Loved my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at TipTop

We had a great stay - everything is as described. The room was clean and beds were comfy. The room is small but we didn't need anything but a place to sleep - it was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great bargain if your are looking for simple, no frills, basic accommodations .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen, Bellingham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We chose this motel for its location near the airport (1 mi) and reasonable price compared to the fancy re$orts! Its very functional except lacks a microwave or any way to heat beverages (cafe is totally closed- it’s Christmas) Theres a convenient Texaco station a few blocks away for coffee & snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Lois, Nevada city

Disliked: Staff & service
I picked the Tip Top because I had an early flight and wanted to be near the airport-the room was basic,mattress was not new more like camp, the TV was good,The Cafe was closed so I did not get to try it but a local said the food was very good. I could hear the airplanes,trucks,motorcycle noise which I am not used to but I made it to the airport on time whcih was the goal.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

sherry

Disliked: Staff & service
quiet small and inconvenient
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

N

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Perfect for when you are in a budget but didn’t compromise convenience and the quality of stay. It’s a plus to have a restaurant just down below your building.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, reasonable price

Clean and cooled off quick with window unit. Bed closest to door- has sag spot in center. Needs flipping/rotating. Sounded like a office phone ringing every few minutes thru out night- was annoying. Fit needs and reasonable price. Liked the code entry at door- after long day of travel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My brother and I spent two different segments of our trips here at Tip Top and throughly enjoyed it. It was relatively clean, comfortable, and quiet. The communication of the staff for the self check-in was superb. The diner downstairs was fantastic. The location was very convenient to many things in the area. One of the things that brought us here too was the cost, which was very reasonable given the area. The only thing negative was in our second room there were some things that needed to be cleaned better (the walls around toilet and bathroom in general), we didn’t have a fridge like we did in our first room, and our plug and lamp by bedside was broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Local Neighborhood Accommodations

My room had keyless entry, which was good (no key card to carry around) and bad (had to have 6-digit access code readily available). The room was comfortable and suited my needs. You could hang a door sign if you needed maid service during the stay, which made it eco-friendly. The room was fairly clean, although the floor probably could've used a good scrub. The AC unit was appreciated but was awfully noisy. There is free parking (but the spaces are small) and a decent coffee shop on property. Tip Top is conveniently located in Lihue, so it is near almost everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivy, Los Angeles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay in this property. Will recommend this to our friends and family. We enjoyed our trip in Kauai.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, fresno

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a very nice motel for the price. Very close to the airport. Adequate amount of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024