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Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery
2 stars

Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

3173 Akahi Street, Lihue, Kaua'i, HI 96766, United States
Lihue, HI
See location+1 808 245 2333
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$152
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rate per night

6.9
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based on 416 reviews
416 reviews
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Standard room
Double room
King room

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About Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

  • Motel Room
    You’ll have direct access to the parking lot
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free

The Tip Top Motel Café Bakery is a popular place to stay, as it is only minutes from the Lihue Airport. It has been in business for more than 100 years now, and it continues to offer clean and comfortable accommodations along with affordable prices. Guests will find plenty to enjoy when they stay at the hotel.

There are 34 rooms at the motel, and guests will be able to choose from a single king-sized bed or a room with two twin beds. All of the rooms have quality amenities like cable TV, free wireless Internet, and air conditioning. The rooms also have private bathrooms with a shower. Daily housekeeping is available for the rooms, as well.

The property itself has quite a few amenities for the guests to enjoy. There is a front desk with limited hours. The property has free self-parking. For a surcharge, cooked to order breakfasts are available for the guests between 6:30 am and 11:30 am each morning. The café is open for breakfast and lunch, and it is closed on Mondays. Located at the top of the Tip Top Motel Café Bakery is Sushi Katsu, which is a sushi bar and Japanese restaurant. They are open for dinner only from Tuesday to Sunday.

Travelers who stay at the motel will be close to more than just the airport. Kalapaki Beach is nearby, as are several golf courses. In addition. the Huleia National Wildlife Refuge is just to the south, and Wailua Falls is a few miles to the north.

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Amenities at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Express check-out
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Dining

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Beauty salon

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

6.9
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6.5Families
7.0Solo
6.8Friends
6.8Couples
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They offer insights and recommendations from previous guests and hotel information to help future visitors enhance their stay at the hotel.

What are the dining options available at the hotel?

The hotel has a restaurant and a coffee shop on-site. The restaurant offers cooked to order breakfasts, and the café is open for breakfast and lunch, except on Mondays. Additionally, there is a sushi bar and Japanese restaurant open for dinner from Tuesday to Sunday.

What are the common concerns about the hotel's rooms?

Some guests have mentioned concerns about the uncomfortable beds, road noise, lack of bathroom outlets, and the absence of certain amenities such as a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee pot in the rooms.

What are the positive aspects of the hotel's location?

The hotel's location is praised for being close to the airport, offering easy access to downtown Lihue, and being near popular attractions like Kalapaki Beach, golf courses, and natural landmarks such as Wailua Falls.

What practical information should guests know about parking at the hotel?

The hotel offers free self-parking for guests. However, some visitors have mentioned that the parking lot can become busy when the restaurant is open.

What are the notable positive comments about the hotel's customer service?

Guests have appreciated the fast and fabulous service at the hotel's café, the accommodating staff who provided a mini-fridge upon request, and the friendly and quick staff who were pleasant and quick to accommodate requests.

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They offer insights and recommendations from previous guests and hotel information to help future visitors enhance their stay at the hotel.

Opt for a Room with a Fridge

Some guests recommended requesting a room with a fridge to store drinks and snacks, as not all rooms come with this amenity.

Consider Noise Levels

Several guests mentioned that the air conditioning can be noisy, so light sleepers may want to take this into consideration.

Try the On-Site Restaurant

Guests praised the on-site restaurant for its excellent food and efficient service, particularly for breakfast.

Request Housekeeping

If you prefer daily housekeeping, it's advisable to request this service, as some guests mentioned that towels and linens were not changed unless requested.

Be Mindful of Room Selection

Some guests recommended being cautious with room selection, as certain rooms were described as basic and dated, while others were recently remodeled and offered better amenities.

Check for Essential Amenities

Guests suggested checking for essential amenities like a coffee pot, microwave, and safe, as not all rooms were equipped with these items.

Consider Noise from Outside

Some guests noted that road noise and outside whining could be heard from certain rooms, so it's worth considering this when selecting a room.

Explore Nearby Dining Options

While the on-site café and restaurant were praised, some guests recommended exploring nearby dining options for variety and value.

Plan for Limited Front Desk Hours

Guests advised being aware of the limited front desk hours, as it closes in the early afternoon until the restaurant opens the next morning.

Be Prepared for Basic Accommodations

Several guests highlighted that the motel offers simple and basic accommodations, suitable for those seeking a no-frills stay at an affordable price.

Location

3173 Akahi Street, Lihue, Kaua'i, HI 96766

What's nearby

  • Kauai Museum0.3 mi
  • Grove Farm Homestead0.8 mi
  • Kukui Grove Shopping Center1 mi
  • Puakea Golf Course1.1 mi
  • Kilohana Plantation1.6 mi
  • Kalapaki Beach1.6 mi
  • Nawiliwili Park1.7 mi
  • Kauai Lagoons Golf Club1.8 mi
  • Nawiliwili Harbor1.8 mi
  • Wailua Falls3.9 mi
  • Poipu Bay Golf Course8.3 mi
  • Shipwreck Beach8.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

Low season

January

High season

November

Average price (weeknight)

$194

Average price (weekend night)

$194
Cheapest month to stay with an average 17% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 3% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

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Top tips for your stay at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery, plan to stay on a Saturday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $186, while the most expensive was $195.
  • How long should you stay at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery

  • Where is Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery located?

    Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery is located at 3173 Akahi Street, 0.3 miles from the center of Lihue. Kauai Museum is the closest landmark to Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery.

  • Does Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery offer free parking?

    Yes, Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery offers free parking.

  • How far is Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery from the airport?

    Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery is 1.5 miles from Lihue. Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery is 95.3 miles from Kapolei Kalaeloa.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery in Lihue and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Tip Top Motel Cafe & Bakery.

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Good to know

Value for money

6.7

Distance to city center

0.3 mi

Nearest Airport

Lihue

Distance to airport

1.5 mi