Waimanalo Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Very beautiful beach in Hawaii, the island of Oahu🌴
Very beautiful beach in Hawaii, the island of Oahu🌴
This is a very hard place to find if you do not know where to turn off the hike. To find this you'll need to hike Makapu'u Lighthouse, but will need to take a turn off the trail and down a cliff. This could be dangerous, so make sure that you go with someone experienced and to check the tide. If the tide is high, DO NOT GO because the waves will break into the tide pools and possibly sweep you in the ocean. The view is beautiful and you see many fish swimming in the tide pools.
Couldn’t even see the stars 😔 #Golden
In the distance the larger island is Manana Island. In the foreground a smaller island that appears to snuggle the larger. It reminds me of the song by James Ford Murphy, Kuana Torres Kahele, and Napua Greg-Nakasone “Lava”. The graphics that go with that song were modeled after Iz and his wife. So beautiful!

Popular places to visit

Makapuu Beach featuring a sandy beach, swimming and rugged coastline

Makapuu Beach

Swim in a natural ocean “swimming pool”, explore rocky outcrops and boogie board in safe waters at this family-friendly beach.

Makapuu Beach
View of Rabbit Island from Sealife Park on Oahu.

Sea Life Park

4/5(16 reviews)

Take the children to visit the sea creatures at Sea Life Park during your trip to Waimanalo. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Sea Life Park
Waimanalo Beach showing a sunset, landscape views and a beach

Waimanalo Beach

4.5/5(46 reviews)

Ride the waves on a bodyboard and sunbathe on the sand at one of Oahu's most popular beaches, known for its starring roles in two top television shows.

Waimanalo Beach
Have you ever seen a more perfect beach than Bellows Beach 🏖? Literally, I was speechless!!😶White sand powder, gorgeous clear teal beach and warm water.💦 This Beach on my picture is located inside the military base. However, there is an area outside of the base that’s dedicated for public use. But it is not nearly as stunning as this one. Besides the Lanikai Beach, this one is another of my favorite place to swim.

Bellows Field Beach Park

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bellows Field Beach Park during your travels in Waimanalo? Discover the art scene in this relaxing area or seek out its cycling trails.

Bellows Field Beach Park
This is a very hard place to find if you do not know where to turn off the hike. To find this you'll need to hike Makapu'u Lighthouse, but will need to take a turn off the trail and down a cliff. This could be dangerous, so make sure that you go with someone experienced and to check the tide. If the tide is high, DO NOT GO because the waves will break into the tide pools and possibly sweep you in the ocean. The view is beautiful and you see many fish swimming in the tide pools.

Kaupo Bay

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kaupo Bay during your trip to Waimanalo? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Kaupo Bay

Kaiona Beach Park

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kaiona Beach Park during your travels in Waimanalo? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Kaiona Beach Park

Activities

Sailboat at sunset in Oahu

Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)

AU$67
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Luau performers in grass skirts

Germaine's Hawaiian Luau

AU$176
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Germaine's Hawaiian Luau
Snorkeling with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle

Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed

AU$119
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed
Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise Aboard the Majestic

Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise or Fireworks on Fridays

AU$114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise or Fireworks on Fridays
Full-Day Oahu Sightseeing and Local Food Tour

Full-Day Oahu Sightseeing and Local Food Tour

AU$172
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Oahu Sightseeing and Local Food Tour
Parasailing in Waikiki Hawaii

Parasailing in Waikiki Hawaii

AU$67
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Parasailing in Waikiki Hawaii
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Our pick of the best Waimanalo Beach Hotel Deals

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is AU$506 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$506
28 Jan - 29 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! (3,773 reviews)
We had a good experience only one staff was rude on the check in

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2424 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$496 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$496
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,720 reviews)
Oceanfront view

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is AU$954 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
AU$954
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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! (2,896 reviews)
Everything wonderful

Reviewed on 19 Jan 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$643 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$643
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,558 reviews)
Staff are attentive. Location is perfect. Lots of amenities. The only thing I didn’t like was the smelly bathroom especially the shower curtain after day 4. Also, no vent in the bathroom.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
The Twin Fin Hotel

The Twin Fin Hotel

4 out of 5
2570 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is AU$367 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$367
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,014 reviews)
Great location- I would definitely stay here again

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

The Twin Fin Hotel
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$504 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
AU$504
28 Jan - 29 Jan
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! (8,784 reviews)
Clean room, very courteous and helpful staff

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
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