Kailua Travel Guide

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Lanikai Beach on the windward coast of Oahu, Hawaii Vacation ; Shutterstock ID 397726447; Purchase Order: -
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I have photographed the beautiful Lanikai Beach from so many angles, but sunrise is by far my favorite. Before anybody shows up on the beach, when the sea is calm and cotton candy colors dance across a clouded sky. I snapped this photo of my best friend taking a photo.

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Where to stay in Kailua

With a spectacular view of Lanikai Beach below, Lanikai Pillboxes Hike is one of my favorite places on Oahu, HI. In the distance you can see The Mokes islands. The hike is pretty short, maybe a half hour to hour up to the top where there are a few pillboxes like the one in this photo. #lifeatexpedia

Lanikai

While Lanikai may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach.

Lanikai
Kalama Beach at night.

Kialua is a small town on the east coast of Oahu, well away from the crowds of Honolulu. We rented a house a few blocks from the beach and the kids played there every day.

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Kalama Tract

When in Kalama Tract, you can plan a visit to Kailua Bay Beach and Kailua Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kalama Tract
I saw a phoenix in the night sky. Fireworks at Enchanted Lake in Kailua, Hawaii.
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Enchanted Lake

While Enchanted Lake may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach.

Enchanted Lake
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Beachside

While there might not be top attractions in Beachside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach.

Beachside
This is an ube ice cream cookie sandwich, and yes, that purple is completely natural in color. Ube originated in the Philippines and is a form of purple sweet potato. Chadlou's uses Dave's Ice Cream (a local company based in Waimanalo with several locations over the island of O'ahu). You can select whichever type of cookie you'd like from what they have available

Coconut Grove

While Coconut Grove isn't home to many top sights, Kailua Bay Beach and Kailua Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Downtown Kailua

While Downtown Kailua isn't home to many top sights, Kailua Beach and Kailua Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Kailua
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is AU$1,049 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$1,049
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,876 reviews)
Pool was fab

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is AU$477 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$477
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,748 reviews)
We had an amazing stay at the Waikiki Beach Marriott! The location is unbeatable—right across from the beach with stunning ocean views and easy access to shops, restaurants, and everything Waikiki has to offer. The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable, and the staff was consistently friendly, ...

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2005 Kalia Rd Honolulu HI
The price is AU$600 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
AU$600
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8,775 reviews)
Great location away from all the busyness of Waikiki.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
BEST LOCATION ,  LANIKAI registration number W00530010-01 TMK 43005029 Licensed!

BEST LOCATION , LANIKAI registration number W00530010-01 TMK 43005029 Licensed!

Kailua HI
Stay at this holiday home in Kailua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
Location was outstanding - a very short walk to the best beaches on Oahu (altho a bit too far to walk to town). View from deck is peaceful, but you will hear neighbors. There were a couple maintenance issues to which the manager was responsive.

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

BEST LOCATION , LANIKAI registration number W00530010-01 TMK 43005029 Licensed!
Skyline Island Colony Hotel

Skyline Island Colony Hotel

3 out of 5
445 Seaside Avenue Honolulu HI
Stay at this aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,145 reviews)
I would definitely look forward to booking my next trip with this hotel

Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Skyline Island Colony Hotel
Aston Waikiki Sunset

Aston Waikiki Sunset

4 out of 5
229 Paoakalani Ave Honolulu HI
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy a fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,099 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff. Got hit with a resort fee upon arrival that would have made me choose a different location though to be hinest

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Aston Waikiki Sunset
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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