Old Town Travel Guide
Haleiwa
Popular places to visit

Sunset Beach
Go to this beach early to watch some of the wildest surfing on O’ahu and stay late for some of the island’s most beautiful sunsets.

Waimea Bay
Enjoy the roar of crashing waves, soft sands stretching alongside the blue ocean and lush tropical Hawaiian interior, all in one location.

Banzai Pipeline
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Banzai Pipeline might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Haleiwa. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Laniakea Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Laniakea Beach during your travels in Haleiwa?

Pupukea Beach Park
One of the best snorkeling spots in O’ahu is a cove nestled between famous North Shore surfing beaches.

Waimea Bay Beach Park
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Waimea Bay Beach Park during your travels in Haleiwa? Discover the area's sunsets and seek out the surfing spots.
Things to do

Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa 9 Hour Tour

North Shore Haleiwa & Dole Plantation Tour - 6.5 hour Deluxe Experience

Diamond Head Hiking and Oahu Island Experience feat. North Shore

Oahu in a Day: Waterfall - Food Trucks - Lookouts - Small Crowds

North Shore Farm: Anahulu River, Kayak-Sup, Turtles, Lunch & More
Top hotels in Old Town

Embassy Suites By Hilton Oahu Kapolei
Embassy suites as usual except taxes seem to be a lot more in Hawaii!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay
Really happy with our stay, although found some of the staff in the sunset bar to be a little rude and unhelpful. I also had to call housekeeping regularly to come and clean the room as this was done. The pools said they were heated and they were still cold, which was disappointing given it was their ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina
Excellent resort and staff.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Oahu/Kapolei
Very pleasant atmosphere, great location next to a nice outdoor mall with lots of shops and a very friendly staff. Room was large and clean
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Oahu North Shore
Our room was clean, the AC was good, the hotel is in a good spot to visit the temple and the beach! The food at the hotel was a good portion and a reasonable price.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club
The resort plus surrounding area were amazing! The resort had wonderful “extras” too!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026



