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
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Pearl Harbor, Arizona & City Tour with Optional Battleship Missouri Upgrade
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
Top hotels in Downtown Kailua
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
The staff for Hilton Grand Vacation package were pushy to sell their products.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Convenient
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
The room had a perfect view of Diamond Head and did not disappoint. The room was clean and staff was very helpful and accommodating. The beach was steps to the beach and would stay here again!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Hidden fees
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Prince Waikiki
If you like access to Waikiki, but don’t want to be in the middle of it all this is a great place to stay. Easy walking to parks and beaches and you’re within a mile of many good restaurants. We thought the room rates were very reasonable for Ocean view of the harbor.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 5 May 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.
