Downtown Kailua Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
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.
Kalama Beach Park
Kalama Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Kailua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
Things to do
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
NEW: Kaula Luau at Ko Olina Ocean's Edge
Pearl Harbor, Arizona & City Tour with Optional Battleship Missouri Upgrade
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
Top hotels in Downtown Kailua
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Great resort. We were only there for a few days on our way to Tokyo. We were a couple with no kids. It was very family friendly with no adults only area. So if you a couple going on vacation this resort may not be your cup of tea.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Didn’t use any amenities Nice room
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Always loved this hotel. And will always be my little home vacation get away
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Wayfinder Waikiki
I’ve stayed at Wayfinder Waikiki three times over the past six years, and it continues to deliver a great experience. The amenities are excellent, the rooms are consistently clean and the location is ideal for getting around Waikiki. What really stands out, though, is the staff—they’re always friendly, ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Room was clean and spacious. There is a lot of construction happening at the hotel currently. The pool is pretty small but wasn’t super busy which is nice. We had a great view from our room but couldn’t use the balcony due to construction. Once the construction is over, I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Will be back next time. Mahalo
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kailua
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Keolu Hills
When in Keolu Hills, you can plan a visit to Bellows Field Beach Park and Lanikai Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
