Kailua Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Kailua

Find the best Kailua areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kailua
Learn more about Kailua

Kalama Tract

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

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.

Maunawili

Travellers like the golf courses in Maunawili, and Olomana Three Peaks Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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 Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead.

Beachside

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

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$587 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$587
27 July - 28 July
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (9,490 reviews)
"Nice room, friendly staff, fun atmosphere, awesome location!"

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is AU$1,031 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$1,031
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,249 reviews)
"Good Overall"

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu HI
The price is AU$686 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$686
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,115 reviews)
"Not 5 star by any means. Rooms were nice (basic). Shower drips 24x7, toilet flush is so dramatic it can wake everyone on the floor, doors are so heavy that you cant sneak out of a room without a huge 'clunk'. If its windy, there is no Breakfast restaurant, as the Swell Bar becomes uncomfortable to ..."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
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.
BEACH FRONT KAILUA ESTATE, OCEAN VIEWS, HUGE LUSH PRIVATE HISTORIC PROPERTY

BEACH FRONT KAILUA ESTATE, OCEAN VIEWS, HUGE LUSH PRIVATE HISTORIC PROPERTY

Kailua HI
Stay at this beach holiday home in Kailua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (153 reviews)
"Was a great location and house. Host was very communicative"

Reviewed on 2 June 2026

BEACH FRONT KAILUA ESTATE, OCEAN VIEWS, HUGE LUSH PRIVATE HISTORIC PROPERTY
Less than 1 min walk to Kailua Beach- NUC#1990/NUC-1760

Less than 1 min walk to Kailua Beach- NUC#1990/NUC-1760

Kailua HI
Stay at this beach cottage in Kailua. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (162 reviews)
"Hosts were so kind and amazing to work with. The location is perfect - SO close to the beach! The pool was perfect for our kids when they wanted off the beach but weren’t done swimming. As others stated, big vehicles are hard to park, we had a minivan that we parked just down the lane with no ..."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Less than 1 min walk to Kailua Beach- NUC#1990/NUC-1760
Just steps from the sand—enjoy a pool, hot tub, bikes, beach gear & more!

Just steps from the sand—enjoy a pool, hot tub, bikes, beach gear & more!

Kailua HI
Stay at this holiday home in Kailua. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (223 reviews)
"We loved the beach access and the fact that they have beach chairs, boards, etc., in the carport area for guests' use. The house was clean, and the owners were very clear in their expectations for a great stay."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Just steps from the sand—enjoy a pool, hot tub, bikes, beach gear & more!
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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