Beachside Travel Guide
Kailua
Popular places to visit
Kailua Beach
With just-right waves and refreshing breezes, this is one of the best beaches on O’ahu to learn how to windsurf or kitesurf.
Lanikai Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lanikai Beach during your travels in Kailua? You can seek out the snorkelling spots while in the area.
Kailua Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kailua Bay Beach during your trip to Kailua? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead
You can take time to visit Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead during your travels to Kailua. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Marine Corps Base Hawaii at Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki
Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu
Hanauma Bay Snorkeling from Waikiki
3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada
Hanauma Bay Experience with Admission Ticket and Equipment
Oahu Waterfall Hiking Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Beachside
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
"Sadly there was bugs I the room horrible"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
"Great experience!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
"Loved the location & the guest laundry."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
The Twin Fin Hotel
"The complimentary water was a plus. Most of the staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean. The location was very great, it was close to restaurants, bars and shopping. The beach was right across the street. The value for the price was good. The hotel is old but mostly maintained but the ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Prince Waikiki
"Beautiful, well-kept hotel with a very nice, clean room. Although it was updated in 2017, it serves as something newer. We would love to stay there, or a similar hotel, in the future."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
"Location can’t be beat!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Beachside
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Keolu Hills
When in Keolu Hills, you can plan a visit to Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
